GIS Specialist

Techno Consult • Middlesex, NJ

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About The Position

We are looking for a skilled and passionate part-time GIS Specialist to join our team for an exciting and impactful project focused on drainage infrastructure. This role is a unique opportunity to work on a key initiative that involves video inspection and cleaning of drainage systems, contributing to the enhancement of critical infrastructure. In this role, you will play an essential role in ensuring that the collected data is accurate, well-organized, and compliant with industry standards. The project will require you to work closely with a multidisciplinary team, applying your expertise in GIS technologies to manage and clean drainage-related data. Your work will directly influence the effectiveness of asset management systems, improving the reliability and long-term maintenance of essential drainage infrastructure. This is a part-time role, offering flexibility and an opportunity to make a real difference in a meaningful and challenging project that is scheduled to run until November 2026.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field with an emphasis on programming languages.
• At least 5 years of professional experience in GIS-related software development and spatial data management.
• Experience in drainage infrastructure mapping, asset inventories, and transportation-based GIS systems.
• Proficiency in GIS applications (e.g., ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, QGIS).
• Python scripting skills for geospatial automation and validation.

Nice To Haves

• GIS Certificate or GISP (Geographic Information Systems Professional) preferred.
• Experience working on projects related to infrastructure and asset management, particularly in the context of drainage and transportation systems, or with agencies like the NJTA.

Responsibilities

• Perform quality assurance and quality control for all drainage-related GIS data, reviewing datasets for accuracy, completeness, and adherence to established standards.
• Validate geospatial data to ensure data integrity, schema compliance, and consistency across the drainage eGIS database.
• Support drainage mapping efforts by reviewing, updating, and maintaining asset records and spatial data.
• Assist with managing and verifying asset inventories within transportation-based GIS systems.
• Develop and maintain Python scripts to automate geospatial workflows, data validation, and QA/QC processes.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and technical staff to understand project requirements and GIS data needs.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve GIS data issues, discrepancies, and workflow challenges as they arise.
• Review and integrate newly collected data from drainage inspections into existing GIS systems.
• Prepare data summaries, reports, and visual outputs to support project tracking and decision-making.
• Recommend and implement process improvements to enhance data quality, efficiency, and long-term usability of GIS systems.

Benefits

• We offer not only a competitive salary but also a robust benefits package including enrollment in our 401(k)-retirement savings plan, comprehensive dental, health, and vision insurance coverage, as well as life insurance.
• Furthermore, employees are eligible for paid time off and the opportunity to earn bonus incentives.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees