GIS Specialist II
About The Position
AECOM is actively seeking a talented, energetic technology minded Geographic Information System (GIS) professional for immediate employment in the Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Beaufort, SC Geospatial Information and Services (IGI&S)] office as a seconded employee. The GIS Specialist is a full-time AECOM employee that will report to the Associate Vice President & GIS Sr Manager in the Technology Services Group and will support our United States Marine Corps (USMC) client within the Environment Business line. This position will be part of a team of GIS Specialists supporting the MCAS Beaufort, SC IGI&S Program with GIS data management, geospatial analysis and modeling, cartographic product development, and technical support. A successful candidate will work both independently and in close coordination with the project team to develop, deploy and support GIS across the installation.
Requirements
- BA/BS + 2 YORE or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education or demonstrated equivalency of experience/education
- Valid Driver’s License and as a condition of employment must be able to pass AECOM’s Motor Vehicle Records review.
- Due to the nature of work, US Citizenship is required
- GIS experience is required
- ArGis skills required
Nice To Haves
- Proficiency with applications such as:
- ArcGIS Enterprise, Pro, and Desktop Software
- Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D/AutoCAD Map
- Experience with GPS data collection processes and the ability to lead teams in the field
- Comfortable working outside and/or traveling occasionally to support field activities
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced multi-tasking environment
- Maintain knowledge in existing and emerging geospatial software and technologies
- GIS data management, technical writing, and geodatabase design experience
- General understanding of relational database organization, design, and functionality
- Ability to learn and present best practices for data management including workflows, tools, governance models, and integration patterns
- Demonstrated knowledge of cartographic design and production concepts and principles
- Demonstrated experience with the Spatial Data Standards for Facilities, Infrastructure, and Environment (SDSFIE)
Responsibilities
- Gather and review technical requirements to meet project goals
- Design and implement quality assurance procedures to complete technical quality reviews of GIS data and applications
- Follow project plans to successfully execute assigned work
- Maintain quality assurance of spatial and non-spatial data and processes as per defined standards
- Maintain strong knowledge in existing and emerging GIS related software and technologies
- Create and maintain GIS data in an ArcGIS Enterprise environment
- Develop content within an enterprise ArcGIS Portal environment
- Solid understanding of geospatial data formats, coordinate systems, and GIS principles
- Apply attention to detail with proactive and resourceful problem-solving skills
- Communicate and collaborate with the project manager and project team lead to understand and document system/solution requirements
- Organize, document, and communicate status updates to program leaders and relevant project teams
- Develop visualizations and reports using tools such as Tableau, Power BI, ArcGIS Pro, or Portal for ArcGIS to effectively communicate findings to technical and nontechnical stakeholders
- Have excellent critical thinking, decision-making, conflict resolution, and analytical skills
- Prepare meeting materials, web maps, or figures for a variety of communities, stakeholders, and projects
- Create, edit, or delete GIS features/attribute information within an enterprise geodatabase
- Prepare digital maps
Benefits
- AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
