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Dewberry

GIS Professional

Parsippany, NJ

Whether you're an experienced professional or a new graduate, you'll have the chance to collaborate ... Using GIS as an analytical tool during the environmental process. * Understanding of coordinate ...

Dewberry

GIS Professional

Parsippany, NJ · On-site

$59.50K - $76.50K/yr

Whether you're an experienced professional or a new graduate, you'll have the chance to collaborate ... Using GIS as an analytical tool during the environmental process. * Understanding of coordinate ...

Cityutilities

GIS Technician Intern

Springfield, MO

$18 - $21/hr

Each semester, undergraduate students must be enrolled in at least 12 credit hours and graduate ... Under the direction of the GIS Analyst II or designee, the employee shall perform all technical ...

Bloc Resources

Environmental Analyst 2

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$33 - $35.70/hr

GIS research and analysis * report preparation and review * stakeholder coordination * project ... Graduate degree from an accredited college or university in: * Archaeology * Anthropology

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As of May 28, 2026, the average yearly pay for graduate gis analyst in the United States is $75,010.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $58,000.00 and $84,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Graduate GIS Analyst job?

A Graduate GIS Analyst is an entry-level role focused on using Geographic Information Systems (GIS) to analyze spatial data, create maps, and support decision-making. They work with datasets, software, and tools to visualize geographic trends and patterns. Responsibilities may include data collection, processing, and spatial analysis for industries such as environmental management, urban planning, and transportation. This role requires proficiency in GIS software like ArcGIS or QGIS and may involve programming or scripting for automation. It serves as a stepping stone to more advanced GIS roles with experience and skill development.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Graduate Gis Analyst position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Graduate GIS Analyst, you need a solid grounding in geography or environmental science, strong spatial analysis skills, and proficiency in GIS concepts, typically supported by a related degree. Familiarity with key GIS software such as ArcGIS or QGIS, and knowledge of data visualization tools and geospatial databases, are highly valued; certifications like Esri Technical Certification can be advantageous. Effective communication, attention to detail, and problem-solving abilities help analysts convey complex spatial information and collaborate with teams. These skills ensure accurate data analysis, meaningful project contributions, and the ability to deliver clear, actionable insights to stakeholders.

What does a typical day look like for a Graduate GIS Analyst?

As a Graduate GIS Analyst, your day often involves working with geospatial datasets, creating and editing maps, performing spatial analyses, and supporting senior team members on various projects. You may collaborate closely with engineers, planners, environmental scientists, or data managers, depending on your organization's focus. Tasks frequently include preparing reports or visualizations to communicate findings, troubleshooting data issues, and learning new GIS techniques or software as part of on-the-job training. The role offers a mix of independent work and team collaboration, providing an excellent foundation for future career advancement in the geospatial field.
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Senior Geospatial Analyst - Calibration Specialist

Senior Geospatial Analyst - Calibration Specialist

Dewberry

Tampa, FL • On-site

Full-time

Posted 19 days ago

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Company rating: 8.0 out of 10

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Job description

Job Description
Dewberry is currently seeking a Sr Geospatial Analyst/LiDAR Calibration Specialist in our Tampa, FL or Fairfax, VA offices. Remote positions will be considered dependent on experience. This is an excellent career opportunity for an individual to join a team of professionals while working in a multidisciplinary consulting and engineering firm. The firm succeeds through the individual and collaborative skills of its people therefore we offer opportunities for professional growth while working with and applying the latest technology. Typical responsibilities are to work on the GIS/IT and Remote Sensing related projects for state and federal clients across the US.
Dewberry is a leading, market-facing professional services firm with more than 60 locations and 2,500 professionals nationwide. What sets us apart from our competitors is our people. At Dewberry, we seek out exceptional talent and strive to deliver the highest quality of services to our clients. Whether you're an experienced professional or a new graduate, you'll have the chance to collaborate with the best and brightest and work on innovative and complex projects at the forefront of the industry. Our commitment to excellence stems from our personal integrity and from other defining attributes, which we call "Dewberry at Work," that have inspired our employees to be successful for more than a half-century.
Responsibilities
Position requires experience in sensor or swath calibration and alignment adjustment. Preferred experience using mainstream commercial software suites (Bayesmap StripAlign, TerraSolid Products) or adjustments done in sensor vendor specific suites (Optech LMS, Riegl RiProcess,). Candidate should have strong conceptual understanding of sources of error in airborne lidar datasets and visualizing translation and orientation errors. Experience in alignment of terrestrial, mobile, UAV lidar datasets, or experience in academic environments is also desirable. Additional preferred candidate experience would include airborne lidar trajectory processing (Applanix PosPac MMS, Novatel Inertial Explorer), and in extracting lidar using sensor vendor specific processing suites (Riegl RiProcess, Optech LMS, Teledyne CARIS, GeoCue True View EVO). Strong candidates will also have a strong understanding of aerial acquisition, GPS ground survey, and bathymetric calibration.
  • Quality checks on data post acquisition
  • Airborne and/or mobile trajectory processing
  • Processing and extraction of Lidar data from raw formats
  • Performing relative and absolute adjustments to Lidar data (calibration/alignment/registration)
  • Perform QA/QC on processed data to ensure it meets rigorous accuracy requirements
  • Review and validate post-processed LiDAR data sets for completeness and accuracy.
  • Verify that data meets point density, spatial distribution, and classification requirements.
  • Perform quality checks against project specifications, industry standards, and client guidelines.
  • Assess point cloud characteristics including noise, gaps, overlap, and vertical/horizontal accuracy.
  • Document QA/QC findings and communicate results to project managers and technical staff.
  • Create a variety of digital mapping/remotely sensed products using various software platforms;
  • Create and manipulate databases;
  • Elevation data processing and manipulation;
  • Lidar macro creation
  • Problem solving;
  • Report writing;
  • Creating Scripts/Models/Macros in multiple GIS/Lidar platforms

Required Skills & Required Experience
  • Bachelor's degree in Geography, GIS, or related field.
  • 5+ years of experience in the GIS/Remote Sensing Field.
  • Experience in either Lidar data extraction and/or swath alignment
  • Required experience in Lidar processing and elevation model creation/manipulation.
  • In-depth knowledge of ESRI's software
  • Terrascan
  • PLTS tool kit experience a plus.
  • Proficiency in basic computer applications, especially MS Office (Word, Excel, and Access).
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Don't meet every single requirement? At Dewberry we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace for our employees. So if you're excited about this role, but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the position description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may just be the right candidate for this or other opportunities.
*At this time, Dewberry will not sponsor a new applicant for work authorization.
*Dewberry is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation.
*Only recipients of an offer of employment from Dewberry, will be required to submit to a background screening which may include, but is not limited to, employment verification, educational and other credential verification, driving record check, criminal background check, and an investigative consumer report. These screenings will be conducted by Dewberry's background vendor of choice and will be conducted in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local law.
Notice to Third Party Recruiters: Dewberry only compensates job placement recruiters that have a valid Dewberry-approved written agreement in place for recruiting services. Dewberry does not compensate third party recruiters for unsolicited job placement candidate information.
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