GIS Specialist I or II

Southern Company - Atlanta, GA

Full-time - Entry Level

Atlanta, GA

Utilities

About the position

The GIS Specialist I or II position at Southern Company is responsible for creating, collecting, reviewing, analyzing, and validating enterprise asset data within GIS and other asset information databases. The role involves converting asset and landbase records into geospatial formats for infrastructure construction projects, performing quality assurance and control, and producing related maps, reports, and queries. This position can be filled at either the Specialist I or II level, depending on the candidate's experience and qualifications. The role follows a hybrid work schedule, requiring three days in the office and two days remote.

Responsibilities

• Processes, prepares, and converts data to enter into GIS from a variety of data formats
• Provides specialized queries, maps, and reports to meet customer requirements/specifications
• Interfaces with users; documents requested/needed changes
• Identifies training requirements; creates and maintains training and procedural documentation
• Prepares specifications, procedures, manuals, project documents, and reports
• Maintains working knowledge of geodatabases, georeferencing, and spatial and attribute data entry and editing
• Participates in system integration and conversion projects to achieve desired quality outcomes
• Assists in the development and maintenance of QA/QC checks on spatial edits within GIS utilizing Data Reviewer

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in geography/GIS/Geosciences, Computer Science/Information Systems, Engineering or related discipline or equivalent experience
• GIS certificate or equivalent military GIS training and 2+ years of related work experience in lieu of a degree in related discipline is acceptable
• Proficiency with a variety of GIS concepts, practices, and procedures
• Working knowledge of ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS Online, ArcMap, ArcPro, versioning, and geoprocessing techniques
• Ability to quickly learn new skills and abilities with database technologies, data modeling, and scripting as needed
• Experience with Esri geodatabase design, structure, and data management
• Effective written/verbal communication and organization/analytical skills, and proven problem-solving abilities
• Ability to meet and track SLAs, metrics, etc. on a variety of simultaneous workflows and initiatives

Nice-to-haves

• GISP Certification
• Experience with natural gas utility or other utility
• Experience using Esri Data Reviewer and Workflow Manager Extensions
• Strong understanding of content and document management applications
• Working knowledge of publishing with ArcGIS Server, ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online and Portal for ArcGIS
• Development and deployment of field GPS and data collection systems including Esri mobile applications
• Experience converting data between CAD and GIS
• Proficiency with linear referencing techniques and concepts
• Intermediate knowledge and experience complying with PHMSA regulations including working knowledge of 49 CFR Parts 192/193/195
• Hands-on experience with field GIS data collection and knowledge of the operation and use of GPS equipment
• Knowledge of GPS platforms, Ex. Trimble, EOS, etc.

Benefits

• Hybrid work schedule (3 days in office, 2 days remote)