GIS Analyst jobs in North Carolina

Overview

NV5 Geospatial is actively recruiting a GIS Analyst who possesses sound expertise in geospatial technologies and analytic methodologies.  The analyst must be self-motivated with exceptional planning, critical thinking, analytical and communication skills. The analyst must work well in a team environment and be self-motivated.  With the recent launch of our new ArcGIS Enterprise environment, this is an opportunity to help lead a culture shift with how the client and its many users utilize GIS.  The data is beginning to reach new audiences and there is a need for new, targeted GIS applications that will require creative thinking to meet our clients’ needs.

Work Environment:

• Location: Fort Liberty, NC
• Schedule:  Hybrid (Home office and Onsite)
• Travel:  15-25% of the time

NV5 is a global technology solutions and consulting services company with a workforce of over 4,500 professionals in more than 100 offices worldwide.  NV5’s continued growth has been spurred through strategic investments in firms with unique capabilities to help current and future customers solve the world’s toughest problems.  The NV5 family brings together talent across a wide range of markets and fields, including Professional Engineers, Professional Land Surveyors, Architects, Photogrammetrists, GIS Professionals, Software Developers, IT, Project Management Professionals, and more.

At NV5 Geospatial, We are a collaboration of intelligent, innovative thinkers who care for each other, our communities, and the environment.  We value both heart and head, the diversity of our people, and their experiences because that is how we continue to grow as a leader in our industry and expand our individual and collective potential.

Responsibilities

• Developing, analyzing, manipulating, extracting, and importing data (in a wide variety of formats) to meet US Army Reserve requirements
• Use of GPS equipment to facilitate data collection and post processing of data
• Investigate and verify geographic and land use data by making physical inspections and/or surveys of real property assets
• Development of map products as needed
• Propose and assist in development of potential new GIS applications on ArcGIS Enterprise
• Research and understand the GIS needs of the client, as well as the complex nature of varied client databases
• Compile thematic data and records into reports
• Enter delineated map and descriptive information into the GIS through digitizing, key entry, or other standard data entry procedures
• Provide geospatial training to various individuals with varying backgrounds in GIS
• Prepare models, diagrams, and technical documentation for GIS applications, GIS database metadata, and operating procedures
• Digitize data and/or utilize GIS/GPS processes to develop spatial data as required for GIS project
• GIS Data Quality Control and Assurance to governmental data standards (ie SDSFIE) to ensure a high degree of data consistency, integrity, and accuracy

Qualifications

Requirements:

• Degree Requirements: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major work in physical or natural science, geography, engineering, planning, computer science or a related field
• Four years of experience using GIS (experience with ArcGIS Enterprise applications a plus) and CAD data
• Experience using GPS equipment
• Must have a sound technical understanding of key technologies (GIS, CAD, geodatabases) and systems
• QA/QC experience
• Ability to obtain DoD Secret Clearance (US Citizenship required)

Experience/Skills Preferred (in addition to requirements):

• Bachelors or Masters Degree in Geography, GIS, or related field
• One year or more of GIS experience with Army IGI&S, Army Installation Atlas and ePRISM data
• Experience in public speaking; preference will be given to those with experience in conducting training
• Experience utilizing Python or other languages in creating database management efficiencies or customizing existing ArcGIS tools
• Familiarity with Army real property and space management
• Active Secret Security Clearance

Competencies & Skills:

• Ability to work well within a team/hybrid environment
• Ability to apply creative solutions and strong problem-solving skills
• Excellent organization skills and time management
• Excellent communication skills, verbal and written
• Self-motivated and proactive

NV5 offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, PTO, 401(k) and professional development/advancement opportunities.

NV5 provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. NV5 complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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