Overview:

Do you want to build an impactful career to change the world for the better?

Geosyntec has an exciting opportunity for an Early-Career GIS and Data Analyst in Columbia, Maryland, you will apply your academic knowledge and solid understanding and experience with standard practices and techniques used when working with data and GIS projects to support and manage projects that include environmental assessments, groundwater and soil remediation, water resources, geotechnical construction, and more.

Geosyntec is an innovative, international engineering and consulting firm serving private and public-sector clients to address new ventures and complex problems involving our environment, natural resources, and civil infrastructure. Our engineers, scientists, technical and project employees serve our clients from offices across the world. Ranked by ENR as one of the top environmental engineering design firms, Geosyntec is internationally known for its technical leadership, broad experience, and exceptional client service.

We invest in our people. Each employee is unique, and your career at Geosyntec will be too. We offer competitive pay and benefits, and well-being programs to support you and your family.

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• Utilizing Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and the Esri ArcGIS software stack to produce, display, and analyze spatial data;
• Creating, organizing, manipulating, and generating GIS maps and data for reporting, analysis, presentations, and data visualization purposes;
• Maintaining GIS standards for projects and following and enhancing standard GIS workflows for mapping tasks;
• Understanding of the principals of enterprise GIS data management and a centralized approach to managing delivery of geospatial products to clients;
• Supporting field work using GIS software to publish web services and create web maps for reference and data capture in the field;
• Understanding of GPS equipment and how it is used in a mobile GIS environment;
• Researching project data needs and an ability to acquire the most accurate data from internal and external sources; and
• Interacting with internal and external clients to support data visualization for environmental remediation, facility mapping, and raster analysis projects
• Assist with the development and maintenance of environmental relational databases applications using desktop (MS Access), EQuIS, and enterprise (MS SQL Server) database software to compile, verify, analyze, and report large and diverse datasets.
• Develop 3D data models for visualization and volume calculations.
• Perform remote sensing data collection and processing of aerial imagery and inspection data.
• Local travel or driving to project sites as needed.

• Bachelor's degree in geography, computer science, science, or geology. (required)
• Advanced degree in geography, environmental science, computer science, engineering, or geology. (preferred)

• At least 2 years of technical training and experience in GIS, or equivalent combination of education and experience. (preferred)
• Exceptional attention to detail in work products, written communication, spelling, and grammar. (required)
• Proficiency in the Esri ArcGIS software stack (ArcMap and ArcGIS Pro), including geodatabase structures and geoprocessing concepts. (required)
• Proficiency in cartographic techniques and best practices. (required)
• Experience with tablet-based field data collection using various GPS units and the process of downloading and compiling the data. (preferred)
• Proficiency in web-based mapping applications (e.g. ArcGIS Online, Portal, Geocortex, Field Maps, Survey 123). (preferred)
• Ability to automate or implement custom processes using scripting languages (e.g. Python, Arcade, R, SQL). (preferred)
• Understanding and use of Graphic Design software (Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, etc.). (preferred)
• Direct experience managing environmental, geologic, and geotechnical data collection. (preferred)
• Proficiency with three-dimensional modeling and visualization (e.g. Surfer, Earth Volumetric Studio (EVS), LeapFrog). (preferred)
• FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certification for UAS data collection (preferred)
• Knowledge of laboratory analytical data verification and validation processes. (preferred)
• Experience with Earthsoft EQuIS. (preferred)
• Familiarity with environmental data and knowledge of basic statistics. (preferred)
• Valid U.S. drivers license and satisfactory driving record for business travel. (required)

Preferred candidates will also possess the following professional attributes:

• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment to perform problem solving and develop innovative solutions to meet project needs.
• Understanding of data quality control concepts. (required)
• Solid general technical / analytical capabilities, including the ability to learn new software quickly. (required)
• Strong time-management skills to meet project deadlines
• Ability to prioritize work and respond to overlapping project needs.
• Patience and planning skills to cultivate an efficient GIS data management and visualization practice and maintain and enhance GIS standards.
• Ability to talk to and engage clients in business development and willingness to learn new business development skills.