Geographic Information System (GIS) Specialist
GSI Environmental Inc. · Houston, TX · Yesterday
Information TechnologyFull-time
Responsibilities
- Utilize GIS and associated ESRI ArcGIS software (ArcGIS Desktop/ArcGIS Pro) to visualize, digitize, transform, query, and analyze environmental and spatial data.
- Generate visualization tools, such as GIS maps, for litigation support, reporting, statistical analyses, professional presentations and workshops, and more.
- Assist other GIS Specialists within the company with project-specific tasks.
Qualifications
- Associate’s Degree or more advanced degree in GIS or related engineering or science discipline.
- 2 years of work experience with similar engineering and science consulting firm (preferred).
- Strong skills with ESRI ArcGIS software, including cartography techniques and best practices, open source GIS software (e.g., Google Earth), data visualization, and MS Excel.
- Knowledge of database management, such as MS Access.
- Exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational skills and understanding of data quality control concepts.
- Self-motivated to learn new software and new workflows with minimal guidance.
- Ability to work both independently and in a team environment to meet project needs.
- Strong time-management skills and schedule flexibility to accommodate multiple project deadlines and deliverables.
- Familiarity with environmental analytical data (plus).
- Familiarity with GPS data collection and interpretation methods (preferred).
- Familiarity with CAD data formats and integration workflows for CAD and GIS (preferred).