Title: GIS Analyst
Location: Richmond, VA- Onsite (Need Local Candidates)
Duration: 12+ Month Contract
Interview: Phone then Video
ABOUT THE ROLE:
Geographic Information System Analyst (Skill level 2, 3, 4) The GIS Analyst is responsible for performing a wide variety of production tasks for Geospatial projects and data management. They assist and support Project Managers and Developers in meeting project deliverable requirements and deadlines. Use various GIS software as well as various geographic data formats and standard data conversion and transformation methods, for geographic analysis. Perform data model design and development tasks. Develop Geographic Databases through use of GIS/GPS and advanced technologies for specialized purposes. Update Geospatial data on an as-needed basis. Create maps, reports, and presentations in support of various GIS and technology projects. Understanding and implementing ESRI versions and versioning schemes. Writing end user documentation as necessary. Provide on-going support for GIS programs and functions requiring programming and analysis. Troubleshoot problems Contract Job Titles Page 5 of 18 associated with existing GIS applications, tools and data. Maintains and updates software used in geographic data input, analysis, and reporting. Recommends improvements or changes to GIS software to increase workflow efficiency. Resolves system outages or performance issues. 6. Geographic Information System Developer (Skill level 2, 3, 4) The GIS Developer performs work that is related to the development, integration, and implementation of GIS systems and databases; programming to create, maintain, display, and update the enterprise geographic information system; implementing GIS analysis and mapping solutions and other technical work-related to GIS; creating new data products using various GIS software desktop and web platforms for a variety of projects and work efforts; performing a variety of analysis tasks that are related to the development and implementation of the GIS system; and carrying out GIS best practices. Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues with geospatial applications to include mobile systems; communicate with internal and external technical resources to resolve end-user issues; develop data quality assurance methods; develop and maintain automated processing workflows; and create maps, reports, and presentations in support of various GIS and technology projects.
Looking for Skill Level 2 for this position:
Mid-level
4-7 years
Typical Skills: "Individual is able to work without assistance; is able to manage medium complexity work efforts; has some industry experience; can provide limited leadership to others"