GIS Analyst

MRA Recruiting Services•South Beloit, IL

5d•$60,000 - $70,000•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated GIS Analyst to join our team. The successful candidate will play a key role in managing and analyzing geographic data to support our organization's day-to-day operations and long-term objectives. The candidate must work with operations staff and field staff to identify ways to optimize established workflows, data capture processes, and reporting systems.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in GIS, Computer Science, Geography, Surveying, Engineering, or related field.
2 years of experience in a GIS-focused role, including the following:
Experience in the utility industry, with natural gas distribution and/or electric distribution.
Experience with SQL Database Management.
Experience with editing and managing spatial data within the utility industry.
Familiarity interacting with ArcGIS Utility Network.
Familiarity with web-based GIS services in an ArcGIS Enterprise environment.
Proficiency in GIS software including ArcMap, ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Survey123, and ArcGIS Field Maps.
Familiarity with programming and scripting languages for the purpose of developing extract, transfer, and load processes including Python, SQL, JavaScript, and ArcGIS Arcade.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, SQL Server Management Studio, AutoCAD.
Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license.
Must have reliable transportation to and from work.
Reside within one hour driving distance of work location.
Ability to sit, stand, push, pull, walk, stoop, bend, reach above the shoulders, and occasionally lift up to 25 lbs.
Pre-employment drug testing and physical required.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with PHP/HTML is beneficial but not required.

Responsibilities

Design, implement and maintain GIS databases to store and retrieve spatial data.
Ensure data integrity and accuracy through regular quality checks and updates.
Conduct spatial analysis to support decision-making processes.
Generate insightful reports and visualizations based on spatial data analysis.
Create and export custom map images to communicate information to technical and non-technical audiences.
Collect and integrate geographic data from various sources, including satellite imagery, GPS, and field surveys.
Collaborate with other departments to incorporate non-spatial data into GIS databases.
Incorporate programming and scripting languages to automate regular and or frequent ETL processes.
Utilize built-in GIS data relationships to reduce manual data entry and ensure accurate data capture quality.
Stay abreast of the latest GIS technologies and software.
Provide training and support to staff on GIS tools and applications.
Document GIS procedures, data sources, and workflows for future reference.
Ensure that all GIS activities comply with organizational and industry standards.
Other tasks and duties as assigned.