GIS Specialist 3

DOWL•Reno, NV

About The Position

Why DOWL? DOWL is a top-ranked, multi-disciplined consulting firm with over 60 years of experience in civil engineering and related services. Our in-house expertise spans Civil and Land Development, Construction-Related Services, Transportation and Structures, and Water and Environmental Services. At DOWL, you’re valued. We support your growth, offer great benefits, and foster a culture of integrity, professionalism, and teamwork. Water and Wastewater Join our team to help shape reliable, efficient water and wastewater systems that make a difference in communities. We take a comprehensive, cost-effective approach to every project, maximizing value while delivering long-lasting solutions. For drinking water systems, we prioritize consistent pressure, exceptional water quality, and straightforward maintenance. Our philosophy on wastewater? The best systems are the ones you don’t notice, quietly performing day after day, only visible during routine maintenance or upgrades. If you’re passionate about smart infrastructure and practical innovation, we invite you to be a part of our team, the People Who Make it Happen !! Summary The GIS Specialist 3 is responsible for performing advanced levels of Geographic Information System (GIS) services without oversight using ArcGIS software for a variety of civil engineering, planning, permitting, and survey related tasks. The person in this position is expected to exercise a strong work ethic with excellent organizational and technical skills. A GIS Specialist 3 should demonstrate advanced proficiency with a wide range of GIS fundamentals and processes and be able to train and mentor others with less experience. This person is expected to work well with others, absorb and apply constructive criticism and seek guidance from more experienced members of the team as necessary.

Requirements

Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel) - Advanced
Market Sector Software (ArcGIS Pro) - Advanced
Advanced understanding of technical fundamentals
Demonstrates expertise to others within and beyond market sector
Provides unique solutions to complex technical challenges
Leads internal mentoring
Conducts quality control of complex deliverables
Team player and team leader with the ability to follow on large or complex projects, provides clear communication and direction, sets expectations, and takes responsibility for results of the team.
Strong understanding of scopes, schedules, and budgets.
Demonstrates ability to predict and deliver individual tasks within a set level of effort.
Able to consistently meet budget and schedule expectations on projects.
Expertly interprets, selects, and employs skills in the following: Database field data types Topology Portal and data store management Advanced editing processes Advanced understanding of schemas data relationships Advanced cartographic principles and web interface principles Proficient understanding of coordinate systems Actively mentors others on interpreting industry standards Understands limitations of listed industry standards
Frequent direct communications with clients on large/complex projects.
Leads technical client project meetings.
Understands appropriate messaging and legal risks.
Participates in project interviews.
Bachelor's Degree required
Years of experience required: 10 years
Years of experience required with advanced degree: 9 years
Certified GISP required
Driving is an essential job function or a valid driver’s license is required to support legitimate business purposes
The employee is required to talk and hear.
The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and use hands.
Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision and ability to adjust focus.
The employee will also need to perform field data collection activities and encounter bright sunlight, seasonal temperatures and weather, and uneven terrain.