GIS Analyst Job at Communities Unlimited, Inc., Jackson, MS

  • Communities Unlimited, Inc.
  • Jackson, MS

Job Description

GIS Analyst

Job Description

The primary role of this position is to develop, maintain, and analyze geospatial data to support decision-making, infrastructure planning, community development, and organizational initiatives throughout Communities Unlimited's service area. The GIS Analyst will perform spatial analysis, data management, mapping, field data collection, and GIS application support while collaborating with staff across multiple programs.

We're looking for someone who enjoys working with GIS data and using technology to solve real-world problems. You'll create maps and data products, conduct spatial analysis, support field data collection, and provide GIS expertise to internal teams, utilities, local governments, and rural communities.

Work Location: This is primarily a remote position with approximately 20% field work and travel throughout the Communities Unlimited service area (Arkansas, Texas, Oklahoma, Alabama, Mississippi, Tennessee, Louisiana). Candidates must reside within the one of the seven states previously listed.

GIS Analyst Benefits:

Medical, dental, and vision insuranceHealth Savings Account with annual employer contributionsFlexible Spending AccountsCompany-paid Short-Term & Long-Term Disability and Basic Life InsuranceEmployer 401k MatchPaid holiday, vacation, and sick time

GIS Analyst Requirements:

EducationOption A: Bachelor's degree in GIS, Geography, Environmental Science, Urban Planning, or a related field and at least 2 years of GIS experience. Relevant internships, practicum experience, or equivalent experience may be considered.Option B: Associate degree and at least 4 years of experience in GIS-related projects, with relevant coursework in GIS, Geography, Environmental Science, Engineering Technology, Computer Science, Planning, Agriculture, Natural Resources, or a related field.Equivalent combinations of education, professional experience, and technical training may be considered. CertificationsCurrent FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate or ability to obtain certification within 6 months of hire.GIS certification such as GISP, a GIS certificate, or an Esri technical certification is preferred, or ability to obtain applicable certification within 1 year of hire.Water Distribution and/or Water Treatment Operator Certification is preferred.Working knowledge of GIS principles, spatial data management, cartography, data visualization, and spatial analysis, with demonstrated experience using Esri ArcGIS, QGIS, or a comparable GIS platform, along with GPS, mapping, and data-collection tools.Ability to independently analyze, validate, organize, and maintain geospatial data; produce accurate maps, reports, and GIS products; manage multiple assignments; meet deadlines; and work effectively with limited supervision.Strong communication, problem-solving, organizational, and customer-service skills, with the ability to work professionally and collaboratively with rural communities, utilities, local governments, and other partners.Must maintain a valid driver's license, reliable transportation, an acceptable driving record, and at least the state minimum personal liability auto insurance coverage. Must be authorized to work in the USA.

GIS Analyst Duties:

Manage, maintain, validate, and improve GIS datasets while establishing data-quality standards and resolving data integrity, integration, and technical issues.Develop maps, dashboards, visualizations, reports, and other geospatial products to support organizational programs, infrastructure planning, broadband initiatives, and community assessments.Conduct spatial analysis, data queries, calculations, research, and field data collection using GPS-enabled devices, ArcGIS Online, Field Maps, and other GIS tools.Plan and coordinate GIS projects from data collection through completion, ensuring accurate and timely deliverables while providing technical guidance and recommendations to internal teams and external partners.Translate complex geospatial data into actionable insights to support planning and operational decisions, strengthen GIS technology implementation, and advance Communities Unlimited's mission.

EOE

Compensation details: 53000-56000 Yearly Salary

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Job Tags

Temporary work, Internship, Local area, Remote work

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