GIS Specialist IV

$80,000 - $105,000/Yr

AECOM - West Palm Beach, FL

Full-time - Mid Level

Hybrid - West Palm Beach, FL

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The GIS Specialist IV position at AECOM involves leading GIS-based climate vulnerability and risk assessments, supporting adaptation planning projects for various clients in Florida. This role is ideal for individuals passionate about climate change preparedness across multiple disciplines, including flood protection, stormwater management, and urban planning. The position operates in a hybrid work model, requiring 2-3 days per week in the office.

Responsibilities

• Lead GIS-based climate vulnerability and risk assessments.
• Support adaptation planning projects for local, state, and federal clients.
• Program and apply a broad range of GIS database and spreadsheet software for design, mapping, and analysis.
• Contribute to the design and development of geodatabases and systems.
• Compile and analyze GIS data independently.
• Evaluate commercial GIS applications and develop GIS applications for internal use and client deliverables.
• Perform assignments with general direction and receive technical guidance on complex problems.

Requirements

• BA/BS degree plus 6 years of relevant experience or equivalent education/experience.
• Experience using commercial software such as ArcGIS, ArcGIS Pro, or AutoCAD.
• Experience preparing technical reports and presenting to the public and decision makers.
• Knowledge of Florida geography, climate, and grants program.
• 5 years of experience in Coastal Science, Geographic Information Science, Climate Adaptation, or a related field.
• Programming skills with proficiency in Python.
• US Citizenship is required.

Nice-to-haves

• Bachelor's degree in Geographic Information Science, Geosciences, Marine Science, or a related field.
• Master's degree in Coastal Science, Geosciences, Geographic Information Science, or related field.
• At least 2 years of experience in a consulting role.
• Experience in managing multi-disciplinary teams.
• Experience with producing and deploying interactive web maps (e.g., ESRI Story Map).
• Experience with geographic information systems related to coastal or stormwater climate resilience projects.
• Power BI experience would be a plus.
• Machine learning experience with classifications.
• Remote sensing image analysis experience.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life and AD&D insurance.
• Disability benefits.
• Paid time off and leaves of absence.
• Voluntary benefits and perks.
• Well-being resources and employee assistance program.
• Business travel insurance.
• Service recognition awards.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Employee stock purchase plan.