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Job Summary:
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. The Geospatial (GIS) Analyst II role supports municipal and county clients by delivering high-quality GIS data management, mapping, and geospatial application support while mentoring junior staff.
Responsibilities:
• Create, edit, maintain, and perform QA/QC on GIS datasets using ArcGIS Pro and open-source GIS tools.
• Support municipal and county clients with day-to-day GIS operations, mapping, and data management activities.
• Manage and maintain geodatabases, large datasets, and GIS data publishing workflows.
• Work with GeoServer, databases, and web-based GIS applications to support data access and visualization.
• Assist with GPS and survey-related activities, including field data collection and data integration as needed.
• Develop maps, reports, and data products to support infrastructure, utilities, and local government projects.
• Provide technical support, training, and guidance to clients and internal users on GIS tools and workflows.
• Learn and support the administration of a proprietary Bright Spot Platform for GIS-based data management.
• Coordinate with project managers, developers, and clients to solve GIS and data management challenges.
• Digitize data from various sources, including satellite imagery, aerial photography, hardcopy maps, and CAD files.
• Work with coordinate projections to align imagery, CAD, and GIS data accurately.
• Plan, capture, and post-process GPS data to meet project accuracy and standards requirements.
• Develop geospatial databases, including designing schemas and implementing data standards.
• Acquire geospatial data from clearinghouses and agencies such as USGS and FEMA, as well as commercial sources.
• Plan, develop, document, and analyze geospatial databases to support planning, infrastructure, and operations.
• Create high-quality cartographic products and maintain cartographic standards, templates, and symbology.
• Provide detailed written documentation, including metadata, instructions, standards, and specifications in a clear, concise, and well-structured manner.
• Mentor junior personnel and provide technical leadership in the use and application of geospatial technologies.
• Lead a small team of 2–3 analysts and technicians when needed, ensuring quality and timely delivery of GIS products.
• Represent the organization at user group meetings, professional functions, and on-site client engagements.
• Coordinate with application developers to determine optimal configurations and solutions for GIS applications and data services.
• Work independently when required, managing tasks and priorities to meet project goals.
• Participate in professional geospatial associations and activities to stay current with industry trends and best practices.
• Work within project and task budgets and schedules, ensuring deliverables meet quality and timeline expectations.
• Understand and follow company quality management policies and procedures in all GIS work products.
Qualifications:
Required:
• Bachelor's degree in GIS, Geography, Geospatial Sciences, Planning, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• At least 2 years of GIS experience, including internships or co-op roles.
• Proficiency with ArcGIS Pro, including GIS data editing and map production.
• Experience managing geodatabases, including domains, subtypes, feature datasets, and feature classes.
• Advanced knowledge of GIS data and network topology and the ability to create and execute complex geospatial tasks.
• Strong experience with Global Positioning Systems (GPS) and applicable GIS standards such as SDSFIE.
• Exposure to databases, large datasets, and GIS data management workflows.
• Demonstrated ability to create map layouts using advanced cartographic techniques.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to data accuracy and quality control.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to produce clear documentation and metadata.
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, and solve problems with minimal supervision.
• Ability to lead small teams and mentor junior personnel in geospatial technologies.
• Experience with Esri-based GIS environments and tools.
• Experience working with CAD data in a GIS context.
• Familiarity with GPS data collection, global positioning concepts, and related standards.
Preferred:
• Experience with QGIS or other open-source GIS tools.
• Experience with GeoServer, PostGIS, SQL Server, or similar spatial database technologies.
• Experience in municipal or county government, utilities, or infrastructure-related GIS projects.
• Surveying, GPS, or field data collection experience, including planning and post-processing field data.
• Experience supporting GIS applications or serving as a platform or application administrator.
• Understanding of GIS data publishing workflows and web mapping applications.
• Experience acquiring and integrating data from sources such as USGS, FEMA, and commercial providers.
• Experience planning, developing, documenting, and analyzing geospatial databases to meet project standards.
• Participation in professional geospatial associations or user groups.
• Interest in growing into a key role supporting and administering a proprietary GIS-based data management platform.
Company:
Actalent is an engineering and sciences service company. Founded in 1983, the company is headquartered in Hanover, USA, with a team of 5001-10000 employees. The company is currently Late Stage.