GIS Analyst

BETA Group, Inc.•Lincoln, RI

5d•$64,000 - $85,000•Hybrid

About The Position

BETA Group, Inc is one of the leading geospatial consultants in New England, providing intuitive, geospatially driven solutions for municipal clients. As part of our integrated service offering, BETA provides mapping solutions that improve the communities where we live and work. BETA’s Geospatial Asset Management group is seeking a highly motivated GIS Analyst with a strong focus on GIS programming, automation, and application development to join our growing geospatial team. This position will serve as a key technical resource responsible for developing, configuring, and maintaining GIS-based applications, automated workflows, and enterprise geospatial solutions that support a wide range of municipal and infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate will possess strong programming and problem-solving skills, combined with a solid understanding of GIS principles and ESRI technologies. While the primary focus of this role is GIS development and automation, the candidate must also be adaptable and capable of supporting GIS analysis, field mobility solutions, cartographic production, and web GIS initiatives. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys building innovative GIS solutions, conducting field work, streamlining workflows, and leveraging technology to improve operational efficiency.

Requirements

3+ years of professional experience with ESRI’s ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online
Strong experience with ESRI technologies including: ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, ArcGIS Experience Builder, Survey123/Survey123 Connect, Field Maps
Strong programming and automation experience using: Python, Arcade, JavaScript, SQL
Solid understanding of technical applications, concepts, principals, and theories in GIS
Experience developing automated GIS workflows and custom geospatial tools
Understanding of geospatial databases, spatial analysis, and GIS data structures
Experience creating and configuring web GIS applications
Expertly utilize ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online for advanced geospatial analysis and project execution
Demonstrated ability to create visually appealing and intuitive maps, with a keen eye for cartographic design and aesthetics
Proficient with developing geodatabases and schemas (domains, subtypes)
Proficient in the use of current technology (i.e., tablets, smart phones, laptops, etc.)
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
Demonstrate strong technical aptitude and learning skills
Ability to manage multiple assignments and adapt to changing project needs
Adaptable and capable of supporting both development and operational GIS tasks
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
Must be able to collect field data and measurements including but not limited to roadway, sidewalk, and utility assets; and perform asset inspections
Must be able to lift/move objects weighing up to 40 pounds
Must be able to perform field work in both hot and cold weather (rain and/or snow)
Must be able to stand or sit for long periods of time
Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in GIS, Geography, Computer Science, Geospatial Sciences, Engineering, or a related field
3+ years of professional GIS programming or GIS analyst experience
Experience with enterprise GIS environments and asset management systems
Familiarity with ArcGIS Enterprise administration and deployment
Experience with APIs, web services, and GIS integrations
Knowledge of cloud-based GIS solutions and data hosting environments
Experience supporting municipal, public works, utility, or transportation-related GIS projects
Familiarity with dashboard configuration and real-time GIS applications AutoCAD
Interest in advancing enterprise GIS capabilities and modernizing workflows through automation and application development

Responsibilities

Develop, maintain, and optimize custom GIS applications, scripts, tools, and automated workflows
Design and implement geospatial solutions using ESRI technologies and scripting/programming languages
Build and support web-based GIS applications using ArcGIS Experience Builder, ArcGIS Online, and related web GIS platforms
Develop automation workflows for data processing, quality control, reporting, and asset management operations
Create and maintain Python scripts, Arcade expressions, and GIS automation tools to streamline internal and client workflows
Support integrations between GIS systems, databases, field applications, and external platforms
Assist with enterprise GIS architecture, deployment, and system modernization initiatives
Troubleshoot and resolve technical GIS application and workflow issues
Collaborate with project managers and technical staff to identify opportunities for automation and process improvement
Support the development of scalable GIS solutions that improve efficiency, data accessibility, and operational decision-making
Perform cutting-edge geospatial analyses using the ESRI suite of software to deliver impactful insights
Execute data editing tasks with guidance from experienced project managers
Innovate and maintain dynamic ESRI-based web applications, including Dashboards, Experience Builder maps, Field Maps, and Survey123 forms
Assist in the creation and refinement of cartographic design elements and mapping projects, ensuring high-quality visual representations
Design and enhance geographic database structures, tables, forms, and reports for optimized data management
Provide expert GIS-related technical support to both internal teams and external clients
Collaborate seamlessly with office staff and project managers to ensure timely and quality project completion
Conduct field data collection and asset inspections for right of way assets, ensuring accurate and comprehensive data acquisition