GIT Specialist II

Michael Baker International•Seattle, WA

7h•$89,045 - $140,234

About The Position

Michael Baker International is hiring a temporary GIT Specialist II. What You'll Do: Work directly with the Geospatial Project Managers and Technical Managers and assist in various aspects of GIS projects. Self-starter and able to manage multiple tasks concurrently, and delegate tasks on the project to employees best positioned to complete them and monitor their progress. Discuss GIS solutions with clients and translate the scope of work and level of effort into documentation and proposals. Provide feedback and recommendations from clients to the team to continually advance and progress our practice. Perform quality control procedures on deliverables. Perform complex analysis to support project objectives. Provide technical guidance to client or other project personnel Prepare and present technical and program information to team members, management, and clients What You Need to Succeed: Bachelor’s Degree in Geography, GIS, Natural Sciences, Planning, Computer Science or related field 8+ years of experience with geographic concepts and GIS software GISP certification preferred, but not required Experience in creating and configuring web apps and web pages with ArcGIS Experience Builder Possess a proficient understanding and a willingness to train on many aspects of GIS and Esri ArcGIS technology Proven experience with ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, and ArcGIS Dashboards. Experience in implementing and/or maintaining ArcGIS Enterprise preferred, but not required. Experience having successfully served as a GIS task lead with minimal oversight, and a proven ability to prioritize multiple tasks while meeting deadlines. Other essential skills include creative problem-solving, organizational skills, and a solid understanding of GIS projects, processes, and execution. The ability to work both independently and collaboratively with teams across the nation is essential. Self-motivated to stay informed on geospatial technology advancements and desire to learn cross discipline skill sets. Strong written and verbal communications skills are essential – able to verbally present GIS practices, concepts, and custom software to clients and potential clients Proven work history, strong work ethic, responsiveness, accountability, and a team-player attitude are a must This is a temporary, part-time position to support a specific project. Longevity of the position is dependent on project performance.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Geography, GIS, Natural Sciences, Planning, Computer Science or related field
8+ years of experience with geographic concepts and GIS software
Experience in creating and configuring web apps and web pages with ArcGIS Experience Builder
Possess a proficient understanding and a willingness to train on many aspects of GIS and Esri ArcGIS technology
Proven experience with ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, and ArcGIS Dashboards.
Experience having successfully served as a GIS task lead with minimal oversight, and a proven ability to prioritize multiple tasks while meeting deadlines.
Other essential skills include creative problem-solving, organizational skills, and a solid understanding of GIS projects, processes, and execution.
The ability to work both independently and collaboratively with teams across the nation is essential.
Self-motivated to stay informed on geospatial technology advancements and desire to learn cross discipline skill sets.
Strong written and verbal communications skills are essential – able to verbally present GIS practices, concepts, and custom software to clients and potential clients
Proven work history, strong work ethic, responsiveness, accountability, and a team-player attitude are a must

Nice To Haves

GISP certification preferred, but not required
Experience in implementing and/or maintaining ArcGIS Enterprise preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

Work directly with the Geospatial Project Managers and Technical Managers and assist in various aspects of GIS projects.
Self-starter and able to manage multiple tasks concurrently, and delegate tasks on the project to employees best positioned to complete them and monitor their progress.
Discuss GIS solutions with clients and translate the scope of work and level of effort into documentation and proposals.
Provide feedback and recommendations from clients to the team to continually advance and progress our practice.
Perform quality control procedures on deliverables.
Perform complex analysis to support project objectives.
Provide technical guidance to client or other project personnel
Prepare and present technical and program information to team members, management, and clients