GIS Analyst (Technical Specialist V or Technical Specialist VI)

Citizens Energy Group•Indianapolis, IN

About The Position

The GIS Analyst will join the Program & Technical Services (P&TS) department and focus on GIS data analytics and development for all utilities. P&TS oversees program and process controls, standards, utility coordination, underground asset management, hydraulic modeling, and GIS data and analysis. The vacancy will be filled at the Technical Specialist V or Technical Specialist VI level based on the candidate’s experience. At Level V, the role is an advanced technician position that performs spatial and statistical analyses and development, and assists with asset management tools and processes under general supervision. At Level VI, the role is a lead technician position that performs similar work, solves technical problems, provides consultation and training, and manages multiple medium- to high-complexity projects for scope, budget, schedule, quality, and safety. Both levels engage with consultants, Citizens departments, and other agencies.

Requirements

Technical Specialist V: High school diploma, equivalency certificate, or education deemed sufficient by management; 8 years of related experience and/or training, or 6 years of Citizens experience.
Technical Specialist VI: High school diploma, equivalency certificate, or education deemed sufficient by management; 10 years of related experience and/or training, or 8 years of Citizens experience.
Valid U.S. driver’s license or an alternate approved by management; an Indiana driver’s license is required within 30 days of the first day of employment.
Safe driving record, with no serious traffic violations, accidents, suspensions or revocations, or DUI/DWI convictions within the last three years.

Nice To Haves

Technical Specialist V: GIS professional certification.
Technical Specialist V: Associate degree in GIS or a related Engineering Design Technology.
Technical Specialist V: Practical experience with ESRI products such as ArcGIS Pro, Portal, ArcOnline, Field Maps, and Experience Builder.
Technical Specialist VI: GIS professional certification.
Technical Specialist VI: Bachelor’s degree in GIS or a related Engineering Design Technology.
Technical Specialist VI: Advanced experience with ESRI products such as ArcGIS Pro, Portal, ArcOnline, Field Maps, and Experience Builder.
Proficiency with computer software in a Windows environment, Microsoft Office applications, Power BI, and Oracle databases.
Ability to work in both office and field environments.
Detailed understanding of applicable systems and other infrastructure projects at Citizens.
Ability to work effectively and cooperatively with others and with minimal direct supervision.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
Ability to prioritize project tasks and assist in managing a project team.

Responsibilities

Perform spatial and statistical analyses and GIS development for utility data and asset management.
Assist the business with asset management tools and processes.
Maintain knowledge of departmental design guides, standards, systems, ESRI applications and functionality, and Citizens policies and procedures.
Apply Citizens’ Quality Program, support quality and continuous improvement, and help ensure deliverables comply with applicable codes and standards.
Develop GIS-related design concepts and deliverables related to asset management and ESRI tools; the complexity varies by level.
Make decisions about deliverables and interpretation of inputs, handle difficult technical assignments, and provide technical guidance.
Review others’ deliverables and, at Level VI, potentially monitor production for consistency, budget, and schedule.
Coordinate with business personnel to review and exchange project information for asset management and GIS data and application development.
Support field activities as needed.
Identify and communicate client interests and project requirements, and develop approaches to address them.
At Level V, monitor project staffing and skills, identify resource and process needs, and potentially define work assignments and maintain schedules.
At Level VI, communicate project requirements, progress, and schedules; support business development or pursuit activities; and potentially manage internal and external staff providing GIS-related services.
At Level VI, provide guidance and direction on larger assigned tasks and may lead process improvement activities.
Perform other duties as assigned.