GIS Specialist – Senior

American Electric Power

GIS Specialist providing advanced GIS expertise in spatial analysis and data modeling, and establishing workflows and protocols to support project objectives and maintain GIS data quality.

Posted 6/7/2026full-timeNew Albany • Ohio, Oklahoma, Texas, Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $74,551 - $109,544 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

JavaScriptOracleRemote SensingSQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide advanced GIS expertise in spatial analysis, data modeling, and database design.
Establish workflows and protocols to support project objectives, maintain GIS data quality, and provide task-level oversight of GIS Technicians and Analysts.
Maintain GIS data consistency, accuracy, and integrity
Monitor GIS data entry and coordinate updates
Develop, assemble, edit, and revise maps and map products using cartographic principles
Provide software maintenance, including upgrades, patches, and database model changes
Serve as primary support for GIS users, both technically and functionally
Support web-based GIS applications
Resolve software issues and respond to requests for enhancements
Work with technical staff to troubleshoot and resolve software problems
Train employees on data entry, data manipulation, data extraction, and GIS software use
Assist in developing software user manuals
Ensure GIS interfaces effectively with other corporate systems
Lead innovation and process improvements within the GIS environment
Integrate geographic, cartographic, remote sensing, and GPS concepts into data management and display
Coordinate GPS data integration with GIS, including research and purchasing support
Assist in developing GIS standards for symbology, processes, and procedures
Help refine and advance GIS platform strategies and workflows
Support customer project development and GIS platform needs
Provide project- or task-level quality control oversight

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in GIS, Computer Science, Geography, Civil Engineering, Drafting, or related field; or Associate’s degree in a related field plus 2 years of relevant work experience; or High School diploma/GED plus 4 years of relevant work experience
5 years of GIS-related work experience required
Strong GIS foundation knowledge and problem-solving ability
Thorough understanding of data management principles, including database design, data archiving, metadata creation, and data organization
Ability to establish cartographic designs
Experience providing project or task-level quality control oversight
Experience with web-based mapping technologies such as HTML and JavaScript
Knowledge of GPS receivers and data collection software
Proficiency in database development concepts such as Oracle or SQL Server
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Access
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work collaboratively and seek assistance when needed
Willingness and capability to assume leadership roles
Valid state driver’s license.

Benefits

Comp & perks

comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees.

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Hard Skills & Tools

GIS expertisespatial analysisdata modelingdatabase designcartographic principlesdata managementdatabase developmentHTMLJavaScriptGPS data integration

Soft Skills

problem-solvingcommunicationcollaborationleadershipquality control oversight

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in GISBachelor’s degree in Computer ScienceBachelor’s degree in GeographyBachelor’s degree in Civil EngineeringAssociate’s degree in a related field