Water Resources GIS Specialist

VHB•Watertown, MA

1d•$85,000 - $105,000•Hybrid

About The Position

VHB’s growing Watertown, MA team is looking for a Water resources GIS professional to join its dynamic team of Water Resource scientists and engineers and support our growing public utility asset management, water quality, and stormwater regulatory compliance work. The ideal candidate will possess a blend of proficiency in GIS and data management and experience in water resources, including knowledge of water quality regulations. You will be part of a dynamic team that takes pride in their work and continuously strives to utilize the latest technologies to better serve our clients. If you are passionate about GIS and water resources and eager to work in a collaborative and innovative environment, we encourage you to apply.

Requirements

Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
Highly motivated
Ability to solve problems and think creatively
Detail-oriented and highly organized
Team oriented with ability to perform multiple tasks independently in a timely manner and collaborate effectively and positively with coworkers
Experience leading tasks and delegating work to other team members
Familiarity with environmental regulations, including the Clean Water Act, Massachusetts MS4 Permit, and Massachusetts Wetland Protection Act
Proficiency with ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, and geospatial relational database development
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
Intermediate skill in applying GIS technology to solve difficult analytical problems
Advanced knowledge of relational database management systems and the ability to use ArcGIS Arcade and the SQL language
Proficiency to understand and automate repeated tasks using Python on moderately complex projects
Ability to use data transformation software to import and export data for use by the team on moderately complex projects
Skilled in data visualization
Ability to travel, if required
Bachelor’s degree in civil/environmental engineering, environmental science, GIS, regional/urban planning or related discipline
5-8 years of professional experience in environmental consulting, water resources, or GIS field, Master’s degree may be considered as substitution for years of professional experience

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with hydrologic processes, water quality treatment mechanisms, and drainage system design concepts a plus
Experience with project management a plus

Responsibilities

Develop data management tools in ArcGIS, including ArcGIS Online
Create and maintain stormwater asset geodatabases and web services in both Enterprise GIS and ArcGIS Online environments
Perform moderately complex analysis of spatial data using GIS technology (e.g., buffering, spatial overlays, distance calculations)
Diagnose and troubleshoot GIS software across the entire GIS software stack
Provide support for stormwater regulatory compliance programs for state and local government and private clients
Develop innovative, data-driven approaches for internal and client workflows, with a focus on utilizing ArcGIS
Task management, including delegation and review of others’ work, or independently manage projects
Prepare technical reports, graphics, and guidance documents
Perform field investigations including, but not limited to, stormwater system inspections, construction site inspections, stormwater system mapping, and water quality sampling
Collect, analyze, and interpret data to support water quality studies and plans
Support the development of federal, state, and local permit applications
Support stormwater program funding approaches, including preparing grant applications and developing stormwater enterprise funds