Vegetation Management Data & GIS Analyst

PSEG Long Island•Town of Oyster Bay, NY

4d•$79,400 - $125,600•Hybrid

About The Position

This is a senior-level data analyst position supporting Vegetation Management through geospatial analysis, mapping, data management, and operational reporting. The role develops and maintains GIS datasets and ArcGIS Online applications, produces maps, compiles field data, analyzes operational and system data, and delivers insights to support decision-making. It works closely with Reliability and IT teams to identify technology and data needs, troubleshoot GIS and mobile solutions, and ensure accurate, timely mapping products, reports, and program tracking information.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and at least 5 years of experience working with large datasets and generating insights, or 7 years of relevant experience without a degree.
Experience using software systems similar to ESRI software and ArcGIS.
Ability to apply statistics to analyze trends, performance, and risk.
Understanding of circuit performance metrics, such as reliability, outages, SAIDI, and SAIFI.
Working knowledge of electrical distribution systems, including power flow, feeders, and circuits.
Knowledge of overhead utility infrastructure, including poles, lines, and vegetation risk zones.
Familiarity with remote sensing technologies such as LiDAR, satellite imagery, and aerial imagery, and ability to apply them to vegetation management and risk analysis.
Exposure to machine learning algorithms.
Experience with predictive modeling, such as outage risk, vegetation growth, or asset failure.
Ability to connect data insights to operational decisions and outcomes.
Demonstrated experience collaborating with cross-functional teams, including IT, Reliability, and field operations.
Valid U.S. driver’s license.
Compliance with the Department of Energy’s regulation 10 CFR 810 is required.

Nice To Haves

Experience with data analysis and automation tools such as SQL, Python, or R, and data visualization platforms such as Power BI or Tableau.
Professional certifications such as GISP or Esri Technical Certifications in ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, or Enterprise.

Responsibilities

Lead advanced geospatial analysis and mapping initiatives to identify trends, risks, and operational priorities for vegetation management programs.
Develop, maintain, and optimize GIS datasets and ArcGIS Online applications for accurate, accessible, and current spatial information.
Produce maps, dashboards, and visualizations, and compile and validate field-collected data.
Analyze operational and system data to generate insights, improve program performance, and support data-driven decisions.
Collaborate with Reliability and IT teams to define data and technology requirements, enhance geospatial capabilities, and implement scalable solutions.
Troubleshoot and support GIS platforms, mobile data collection tools, and mapping applications.
Deliver timely and accurate program metrics, mapping products, and performance dashboards for compliance, monitoring, and strategic planning.