GIS Specialist III
About The Position
AECOM is actively seeking a talented, energetic technology-minded Geographic Information System (GIS) professional for immediate employment in the Marine Corps Base (MCB) Camp Pendleton Installation Geospatial Information & 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 lead a team of GIS Specialists supporting the MCB Camp Pendleton IGI&S Program with GIS data management, geospatial analysis and modeling, cartographic product development, and technical support. A successful candidate will work independently and in close coordination with the IGI&S manager and their staff to develop, deploy and support GIS across the installation. The position requires a professional with project management experience, a solid foundation in GIS, team leadership, project communication, and a commitment to quality.
Requirements
- BA/BS + 4 YORE or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
- 2+ YORE of GIS project management experience
- 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
Nice To Haves
- Proficiency with applications such as:
- ArcGIS Enterprise, Pro, and Desktop Software
- Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D/AutoCAD Map
- Experience with Autodesk Connector for ArcGIS
- 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 expertise in existing and emerging geospatial software and technologies
- 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
- GIS data management, technical writing, and geodatabase design experience
- Demonstrated knowledge of cartographic design and production concepts and principles
- Demonstrated experience with the Spatial Data Standards for Facilities, Infrastructure, and Environment (SDSFIE)
- Project management experience in the field of GIS
- Experience leading a team of GIS professionals and excellent communication skills
Responsibilities
- Perform data conversion, migration, and exploitation activities using advanced geospatial processing techniques
- Gather, review, and report on technical requirements to meet project goals and implement quality assurance procedures
- Prepare project plans to successfully execute assigned work
- Work with junior staff to ensure quality in all work products and development technical quality review procedures
- Work directly with government staff to plan for and execute mission objectives
- Maintain quality assurance of spatial and non-spatial data and processes as per defined standards
- Maintain expertise in existing and emerging GIS related software and technologies
- Create and maintain GIS data in an ArcGIS enterprise environment
- Apply attention to detail with proactive and resourceful problem-solving skills
- Communicating and collaborating with the project manager, project team, and client stakeholders to understand and document system/solution requirements
- Research and compile data from various sources
- 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
- Organize, document, and communicate status updates to program leaders and relevant project teams
- Provide excellent team leadership, critical thinking, decision-making, conflict resolution, and analytical skills
Benefits
- AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, 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
