GIS SPECIALIST/ANALYST II

GIS SPECIALIST (GIS ANALYST II)     JOB SUMMARY: Daily activity may include data management, map production, spatial analysis, and Access database development. Responsible for the design, development, implementation, maintenance and management of GIS applications using the suite of ESRI products. Candidates must be knowledgeable with ESRI software products (ArcGIS, ArcIMS, ArcSDE, ArcEngine, ArcServer, and ArcView 3.x) and related extensions (Spatial Analyst, 3D Analyst, Geostatistical Analyst). This position requires strong communication and interpersonal skills. Experience developing GIS applications and customizing ESRI software using ArcObjects, Avenue, AML, Visual Basic or JavaScript programming languages and knowledge of Spatial Data Standards for Facilities, Infrastructure, and Environment (SDSFIE) is a plus. May support other office activities related to environmental engineering consulting operations such as client interactions, preparation of statements of qualifications, and proposals.      ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.   ·  Develop GIS projects and support development of internal and external applications. ·  Use database software to update, edit, and extract tabular data for integration into GIS. ·  Perform data queries and spatial analysis as required. ·  Ability to work on and prioritize a variety of technical assignments and complete work satisfactorily and on schedule.  ·  Ability and willingness to travel on out-of-town assignments.    QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, the GIS Analyst will, as part of a team of environmental consulting professionals, be responsible for providing GIS consulting services to a variety of internal and external clients. Daily activity may include data management, map production, spatial analysis, and Access database development. The candidate must be able to work under pressure of deadlines and to work overtime as needed. High expectations for quality and speed under minimal supervision are required.An environmental background and familiarity with AutoCad and graphics applications is a plus. A current DOD secret clearance is also a plus. Ability to obtain a DOD secret clearance may be required.   The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.   EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: Bachelors degree (BA/BS) from four-year college or university or equivalent experience in Geographic Information Systems. A minimum of 2 years experience with ArcGIS, ArcView, ArcInfo, CAD and MS Access/VBA. An environmental background and familiarity with AutoCad and graphics applications is a plus.                OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of IBM-compatible computers and Microsoft Windows/Office software applications required. Individual must have ample organizational skills, ability to manage time-critical situations in order to fulfill deadline requirements, and strong ability to work in team situations. Ability to search for pertinent facts and data, analyze and evaluate information, and form accurate conclusions.   LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret documents such as databases, field notes, and/or tables. Ability to write clear and concise sections of technical reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively with coworkers, internal project managers, and external clients.   MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.   REASONING ABILITY: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to apply principles of logic or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems.   PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of the job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to stand and walk. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. The employee must regularly operate a computer. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, the ability to adjust focus, and the ability to judge distances.   WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.   Occasionally, the employee may be required to travel via air or land.