Entry Level GIS Professional

Responsibilities

• Assisting engineers in hydrologic and hydraulic analyses, modeling, and floodplain mapping
• Production of FEMA Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMS) and updating related geospatial databases
• Developing flood risk products and performing flood risk assessments
• Perform analysis on GIS datasets for flood hazard mapping and risk projects
• Checking for graphical and technical accuracy of FIRM deliverables and associated reports
• Creation of non-standard maps, graphics, exhibits, and other visualizations from project outputs, to assist with project outreach and communication activities
• Prepare and maintain internal and external project documentation and reports
• Coinciding with the project team, project managers, clients, local communities, and other contractors to compile all data necessary to produce the most up-to-date product

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required (Master’s degree a plus), geography or GIS degrees preferred
• 0 - 3 years of professional work experience in geography or GIS
• Knowledge, interest, and project experience in GIS applications, including ArcGIS Desktop 10.x, ArcGIS Pro, and ArcGIS Online
• Knowledge of the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP), FEMA Flood Insurance Studies, MT-2, and/or other flood study related programs and processes is a plus
• Strong oral, people, and written communication skills

Qualifications

• Intermediate proficiency in python modeling/scripting and model builder for ArcGIS
• CFM (Certified Floodplain Manager) is a plus
• Knowledge of FEMA Guidelines and Standards for Flood Risk Analysis and Mapping
• Intermediate experience with FEMA’s HAZUS application for multi-hazard risk analysis
• Knowledge of FEMA's MIP tracking and reporting system
• Knowledge of Flood Mitigation and other Grant Programs
• Knowledge of Environmental Regulations
• Knowledge of Watershed Planning

Skills

• Strong MS Excel and MS Access skills to leverage various data sources for use in GIS projects

Benefits

At Dewberry, we offer a competitive benefits package that includes:

• Health insurance
• Retirement savings plan
• Flexible work schedule
• Professional development opportunities
• Employee recognition programs

Pay

The salary range for this position is $45,000 - $60,000 annually.

Schedule

This position is full-time and works Monday through Friday, with standard business hours.