GIS Specialist

Arcadis•Missoula, MT

2d•$49,680 - $82,800•Hybrid

About The Position

Arcadis is seeking a GIS Specialist to join their Enviro Socio Permitting team in the Western U.S. The role will provide Geographic Information Systems (GIS) support for environmental permitting, environmental data management, and data collection/analysis. This position will primarily support linear infrastructure projects in California, with additional opportunities to support energy and mining projects throughout the Western U.S. The candidate will work effectively in a collaborative, interdisciplinary team of resource specialists, managing multiple priorities and concurrent projects to meet deadlines. Arcadis offers a flexible, hybrid work structure, allowing for remote and in-office work as needed. This position reports to a Senior GIS Lead and is part of the Enviro Socio Permitting GIS team, offering opportunities for skill development.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in geography or environmental science, or similar, with a focus in Geographic Information Systems (GIS).
Demonstrated experience in ESRI products including ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, Field Maps and Experience Builder.
Experience with cartography and figure creation.
Thorough understanding of GIS Principles.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience applying GIS skills to the environmental science field or an advanced degree in GIS.
Data management skills for both spatial and non-spatial data, including geodatabases, shapefiles, CAD files, KMZs, GPS, spreadsheets, etc.
Experience with linear infrastructure projects (e.g., utility projects, pipeline projects, etc.).

Responsibilities

Apply technical knowledge to provide high quality GIS analysis and deliverables to support planning and permitting for linear utility and mining clients.
Support desktop reviews and environmental permits.
Maintain data for projects.
Prepare project figures.
Support Arcadis's Digital Initiative by leveraging ArcGIS Online and ArcGIS Pro for data management, field data collection support, analysis and visualization via applications such as ArcGIS Field Maps and Experience Builder.