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AECOM · 12 hours ago

GIS Specialist

Oakland, CA

Full-time

Hybrid

Entry, Mid Level

$75K/yr - $90K/yr

2+ years exp

AECOM is a global infrastructure consulting firm dedicated to delivering a better world. The GIS Specialist II will work within the Environmental Permitting and Planning department, utilizing GIS software to analyze data and produce cartographic outputs while collaborating with project teams to deliver innovative solutions.

Civil EngineeringConstructionConsultingEnergyGovernmentInformation Technology

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Extensive use of ArcGIS Pro for data analysis and cartographic production. Use of ArcGIS Online for mobile field data collection, web maps, authoritative datasets, and integration with ArcGIS Pro

Manage tasks and time accordingly for multiple simultaneous projects with competing deadlines using task tracking system

Work independently and collaboratively with a team of GIS professionals and adhere to AECOM’s GIS standards: folder structure and data standards

Troubleshoot and devise new approaches with minimal guidance

Cross-discipline coordination: Work closely with project teams and clients to understand project needs and deliver GIS solutions of moderate to significant scope and complexity

Some project tasks include biological permitting to support infrastructure and utility projects, species habitat modeling, impact analyses and associated calculations

Qualification

ArcGIS ProArcGIS OnlineGeographic conceptsData visualizationCartographic designPythonTeam playerTime managementCommunication skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in GIS, Geography, Computer Science, or related field

2 years of relevant experience or equivalency of experience and/or education demonstrating proficiency in ArcGIS Pro

Due to the nature of the work, US Citizenship is required

Preferred

4+ years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education

Proficiency in ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online and/or Portal, and mobile field data collection

Technical knowledge of geographic concepts, including coordinate systems, data collection methods, spatial data management, analysis, data visualization, cartographic design, and figure production

A team player with demonstrated GIS competence who is looking to grow their technical skills

Ability to independently manage time on various tasks simultaneously and communicate with task leads

Within commuting distance to Oakland, CA