Entry Level GIS Analyst
Langan Engineering & Environmental Services
full-time
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Location Type: Office
Location: Arlington • Virginia • United States
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About the role
- Responsible for data reduction, analysis and map creation
- Design and maintain project GIS database(s) to keep all project specific data organized and cataloged
- Effectively use reports, maps, drawings, engineering plans, tests, and aerial photographs to create customized analysis on soil composition, terrain, hydrological characteristics and topographical and geologic data and their impact on the planning and design of projects
- Review computer generated reports, assess the quality, and make the appropriate revisions
- Create customized procedures and perform QA/QC of project related data
- Create data products for various infrastructure planning initiatives
- Create GIS visuals by interpreting incomplete data and information
- Run spatial analysis on project specific data to provide a clearer picture of the current and future state of the project
- Apply knowledge of ArcGIS Online and ArcGIS Portal to train and develop solutions for field staff
- Consult with project teams and advise on the selection of visualization software and convert any existing data into the appropriate format
- Perform other duties as requested
Requirements
- Certificate or Bachelor's degree in GIS, Geography, Computer Science, Environmental Science, Engineering, or related field
- 0-2 years of work-related experience
- Strong understanding of cartographic principles, spatial Data concepts, projection systems, data management, digital map production, hard copy presentations, and quality assurance/quality control
- Demonstrated experience working with ArcGIS 10.x and ArcGIS Pro including desktop extensions (Spatial Analyst, 3d Analyst, etc.)
- Ability to analyze and interpret data from many sources, including field data and online data sources, and to clearly communicate ideas to others, including those who have only a basic knowledge of GIS
- Understanding of ArcGIS for Server and web services
- Ability to create mobile and web applications with ArcGIS Online
- Ability to create high-quality cartographic products suitable for client deliverables
- Ability to collect, process, and evaluate GPS data
- Experience with UAS/drone technology and data capture practices
- Knowledge of ESRI Geodatabase design structure and management, as well as general database knowledge, including the manipulation of tabular data in GIS, summarizing, joining, and linking related data
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs, especially Excel and Access
- Proven organization and problem solving skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical, multitasking, and judgment capabilities
- Ability to effectively work independently and in a team environment.
Benefits
- company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage
- life insurance
- short- and long-term disability insurance
- paid pregnancy disability leave
- 401(k)/Roth with company match
- paid time off including parental and military leave
- employee referral and professional license bonuses
- educational reimbursement
- employee resource groups
- flexible work schedules
- extensive training
- wellness programs
- buddy and mentoring programs
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard Skills & Tools
data reductiondata analysisGIS database designspatial analysiscartographic principlesArcGIS 10.xArcGIS ProArcGIS OnlineUAS/drone technologyGPS data collection
Soft Skills
problem solvingorganizationattention to detailanalytical skillsmultitaskingjudgment capabilitieswritten communicationverbal communicationteamworkindependence
Certifications
Certificate in GISBachelor's degree in GISBachelor's degree in GeographyBachelor's degree in Computer ScienceBachelor's degree in Environmental ScienceBachelor's degree in Engineering