GeoBase Senior GIS Analyst

Woolpert•San Antonio, TX

3d•$87,100 - $108,900•Hybrid

About The Position

Woolpert is hiring a GeoBase Senior GIS Analyst to work at Lackland Air Force Base (AFB) in San Antonio, Texas. This is an on-site role with a schedule of 4 days working at the Air Force Civil Engineer Center (AFCEC) on Lackland AFB and 1 day working remotely. The GeoBase Senior GIS Analyst will be part of a dynamic fast-paced team supporting United States Department of the Air Force (DAF) installations for the DAF GeoBase Program. The analyst will manage Air Force Civil Engineering GIS data in an enterprise environment, working with program stakeholders to support capabilities, requirements, technical issues, and training. The analyst will work on a team developing and implementing enterprise capabilities and data stewardship processes in support of DAF GeoBase Program objectives at installations worldwide. GeoBase analysts utilize Esri ArcGIS desktop and enterprise solutions to meet installation and DAF GeoBase Program geospatial requirements in coordination with GeoBase Service Desk managers. The senior analyst will also manage client projects as well as performance, resourcing, and career development for their group of analysts, enabling them to support multiple projects, program initiatives, and Service Desk requests. This position reports directly to a GeoBase Team Leader and is responsible for architecting and implementing solutions for the rapidly growing DAF GeoBase Program. We are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position. Applicants must already possess work authorization in the country the job is located.

Requirements

U.S. citizenship
Active Tier 1 Investigation (NACI - National Agency Check and Inquiries), security clearance, or the ability to pass a Tier 1 Investigation
Willingness to undergo a pre-employment background check and drug screening
Four (4) years of geospatial experience
Extensive knowledge of Esri ArcGIS software and capabilities:
Four (4) years of experience using ArcGIS Desktop (ArcMap) or ArcGIS Pro
Four (4) years of experience using Portal for ArcGIS or ArcGIS Online (AGOL)
Enterprise GIS management:
Two (2) years of experience working with enterprise GIS databases conducting Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) processes in multi-editor environments
Two (2) years of experience with the Spatial Data Standards for Facilities, Infrastructure, and Environment (SDSFIE) GIS data standard, or other defined spatial data model
Project management:
Two (2) years of experience managing projects where demonstrated design and guidance of workflows resulted in successful completion of client tasks or deliverables
Two (2) years of experience with project management methodology, preferably the Agile method using Atlassian software, or similar methods/platforms
Advanced solutions design:
Two (2) years of experience using ArcGIS Experience Builder, ModelBuilder, or Web AppBuilder to successfully design solutions that satisfied client, user, or project requirements
Two (2) years of experience using Python, preferably the ArcGIS API for Python and ArcPy library, to design, improve, update, or modify solutions that satisfied client, user, or project requirements
Four (4) years of experience in a role requiring:
Excellent problem-solving and consulting skills with emphasis on client and team member engagement
Proven experience providing excellent customer service
Strong technical proficiency using Microsoft Office products
Excellent written and verbal communication skills necessary for our dynamic working environment
Attention to detail and proven experience meeting data quality assurance and accuracy standards
Strong organizational, time management, and analytical skills
Ability to work independently, collaboratively as part of a team, and as a member of a large organization
Ability to offer constructive feedback and problem solving, as well as clear direction to support goals

Nice To Haves

Experience with the DAF GeoBase Program
Military geospatial or civil engineering experience, especially as a USAF 3E5, Army 12Y, 12T, 35G, or 21S, USMC 1361, Navy Seabee Engineering Aide, CEC, or FST, or other related background
Experience with Agile methodologies, preferably using Atlassian software (Jira, Confluence)
Experience with Service Desk or other customer request ticketing systems
Proficiency with Esri ArcSDE, ArcGIS Server, or ArcGIS Enterprise
Proficiency using ArcGIS Pro Attribute Rules or ArcGIS Data Reviewer tools
Experience with database management software, Oracle, or SQL
Proficiency in processing and using geospatial imagery and lidar data
Proficiency in Autodesk or other CAD software
Experience with GPS, surveying, or field data collection
Experience with DoD geospatial data and enterprise systems
Experience with Real Property reconciliation processes

Responsibilities

Create and maintain Air Force Civil Engineering GIS data in an enterprise environment, managing a versioned, multi-user geodatabase
Create, update, and produce a variety of installation, range, and vicinity maps, drawings, plans, and other graphic representations using cartographic techniques to represent spatial data
Perform regular and frequent data updates in coordination with analysts or government personnel located at DAF installations and other locations
Coordinate and execute GIS data requests and submissions to authorized stakeholders and mission partners, including disaster response and emergency mapping and analysis support
Perform data quality assurance and control, ensuring compliance with Air Force and Department of Defense geospatial data standards
Create and maintain installation and AF enterprise geospatial metadata
Migrate or convert legacy GIS, CAD, non-spatial, and tabular data to GeoBase standards
Maintain data for archival storage, record keeping, and inventory of source data and maps
Perform complex GIS data analysis, extraction (digitization), and geocoding processes
Effectively integrate and utilize geospatial imagery, LiDAR, survey, and field collected data in the GeoBase enterprise
Work closely with end users in the Air Force installation GeoBase offices and other base organizations to support GIS requirements, technical issues, and training needs such as data stewardship, ArcGIS applications, SDSFIE data model, enterprise capabilities, and DAF GeoBase Program objectives
Provide end user support and training for GeoBase data stewardship, applications, capabilities, standards, and initiatives to installations, major commands (MAJCOM), and mission partner organizations
Create or update the DAF GeoBase Knowledge Base, documenting current workflows, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), end user self-help, and DAF GeoBase Program functional processes
Manage client projects - project workflow design, task assignments, progress monitoring, and status reporting
Manage project performance - serve as a Scrum Leader (Agile manager and service management process coach) utilizing the GeoBase Agile framework to manage all projects, recording all processes to enable task visibility and project transparency to our AFCEC client
GeoBase analyst mentor - support analysts to meet client project goals and target utilizations:
Ensure analysts have all skills necessary to meet project requirements
Set Woolpert performance goals, track progress, and mentor analysts for success
Utilize analysts for tasks that promote skills development
Guide analyst professional growth (certifications, training, etc.)
Project leadership coordination - assist Team Leaders in the development of project estimates and production schedules, to also include:
Matching analyst skills to project requirements and across project technical groups for maximum cross functional support
Managing analyst work schedules, in-office days, and time off
Architect solutions:
Analyze current processes and workflows and provide recommendations to develop enterprise solutions
Design or modify solutions to satisfy current and emerging client requirements
Work closely with GeoBase stakeholders and mission partners to identify requirements, capability gaps, technical issues, and training needs
Create, maintain, and improve enterprise GIS tools and geoprocessing services

Benefits

Competitive pay
Freedom to Work program: Set your own schedule and location (as appropriate).
Principal program: Earn the opportunity to become an owner of the firm.
Flexible paid time off/vacation: Take time off when it makes sense for you and your team.
Career development: Explore a wide range of learning and growth opportunities within and across industries.
Health, life, vision, and dental insurance: Cover all your medical bases.
Paid sick time
Retirement plan
Fitness reimbursement
Pet insurance
Identity protection
Technology stipend
Employee assistance program