About the position
Michael Baker International is a leading provider of architectural, engineering, and consulting services, including design, planning, environmental, construction, and program management. The GIS Analyst will join the National Geospatial Practice team in our Infrastructure vertical and will be involved on a full-time basis on an ongoing federal contract with the U.S. Department of Transportation to support their National Pipeline Mapping System program. This position is 100% remote, allowing candidates to work from home or from a nearby company office location, with a preference for candidates within the Washington, D.C. metro area. The GIS Analyst will be responsible for hands-on evaluation and manipulation of spatial and attribute information, data conversion, cartographic mapping, data and product quality control, technical solution development, troubleshooting, and a willingness to increase skillsets with training, research, and collaboration with teammates on potentially complex projects. The role requires a strong knowledge of GIS concepts and spatial relationships, as well as the ability to reconcile results of geospatial analysis and prepare documentation and reports. The analyst will also provide reviews and comments on processes, guidelines, and standards in support of the National Geospatial Practice organization, ensuring data procurement and quality assurance while delivering results in a timely manner. Effective communication regarding data needs, priorities, and support matters is essential, as is the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously. The GIS Analyst will perform task management and guidance while working closely with multi-disciplinary teams within Michael Baker International.
Responsibilities
- Hands-on evaluation and manipulation of spatial and attribute information.
- Data conversion and cartographic mapping.
- Data and product quality control.
- Technical solution development and troubleshooting.
- Reconcile results of geospatial analysis and prepare documentation and reports.
- Provide reviews and comments on processes, guidelines, and standards.
- Data procurement and quality assurance.
- Deliver results in a timely manner.
- Communicate effectively regarding data needs and priorities.
- Perform task management and guidance.
- Work closely with multi-disciplinary teams.
Requirements
- Minimum Bachelor's Degree (or higher) in GIS, Geography, Science, or related field of study is preferred.
- 5-8 years of experience working directly with GIS data, preferably in a consulting environment.
- 5 years of experience with the Esri ArcGIS suite (ArcGIS Desktop, ArcGIS Pro).
- 1-2 years of experience with Python and Modelbuilder.
- Demonstrate GIS mapping and analysis skills including cartographic techniques and geoprocessing ToolBox familiarity.
- Experience creating, editing, and analyzing geospatial data in shapefile and geodatabase formats.
- Experience conducting QC on geospatial data to identify conformity to standards and documenting discrepancies.
- Experience in map creation using established templates and developing new templates.
- Experience in troubleshooting data issues and tool failures.
- Experience in solution development, including best-practice workflow processes.
- Experience in creating and updating instructional and technical documentation.
- Experience providing technical support via email and phone to external stakeholders.
Nice-to-haves
- Experience with QGIS is a plus.
- Experience using data within an Esri ArcGIS SDE database is a plus.
- Experience using data within a PostgreSQL PostGIS database is a plus.
- Experience using data within a Linear Reference System (LRS) is a plus.
Benefits
- Remote work flexibility
- Competitive salary range of $65,000-$78,000 based on skills and location
- Opportunity for professional development and training
