GIS Analyst I
Description
We are committed to building a workplace where everyone feels heard and respected, and extending our culture of care so that every individual can reach their full potential. We want you to have a sense of belonging and feel valued for your contributions and the perspectives you bring.
Summary:
The GIS Analyst I will provide support in cartography, data manipulation, geographic information analysis, and database management for wind, solar, transmission, and energy storage project development.
This role will be hybrid requiring a minimum of 3 days in office.
Requirements:
- Creates maps and data visualization products using GIS or related software to support project development, engineering, and construction.
- Interfaces with project teams to define data needs, project requirements & requested deliverables.
- Manages and maintains existing project development geodatabases for wind, solar, and projects.
- Creates web maps, applications, forms, etc. to be published within a web-based GIS, supporting development and construction operations.
- Processes and stages large datasets for use in tools, APIs, and cartographic workflows.
- Prepares and manages metadata and log workflows.
- Creates tools and automation processes using ArcGIS Model Builder and/or Python.
- Attends work regularly and punctually, as scheduled or expected.
- Complies with Employee Handbook, Code of Conduct and Company Policies & Procedures.
Additional Responsibilities:
- Presents, supports, and leads-by-example with a safety and quality-oriented attitude.
- Maintains standardization in naming, content, and cartographic symbols across a large number of maps and datasets.
- Integrates and analyzes data from various sources, including DEM and LiDAR data, CAD drawings, web GIS services, and external APIs.
- Interfaces with day-to-day GIS users as a GIS “help desk,” assisting desktop and web GIS users with questions and issues.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in geographic information systems, cartographic science, or computer science required.
- 3 or more years' experience in geographic information systems or cartographic science required.
- Ability to travel domestically 5 to 15% required.
- Must possess a valid Driver’s license.
- Functional competencies include attention to detail, accountability, learning on the fly, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
Anticipated base salary range: $62,000 - $78,000
The final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. This position is bonus eligible.
RES offers benefits that are effective first day of employment. These benefits include the following:
- Medical, Dental and Vision
- Health Savings Account with employer contribution
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- 4x pay Basic Life and Voluntary Life
- Short and Long Term Disability
- Accident, Hospital, and Critical Illness
- 401 (k) plan with 6% company match
- 4 weeks Paid Time Off (PTO) and 10 Paid Holidays
- Tuition Reimbursement and Green Car Reimbursement
- Volunteer and Charity Matching
- Paid Parental Leave and Paid Sabbatical Leave
- Employee Referral Bonus
- Employee Discounts and Wellness programs
- Wellness Reimbursement
Physical requirements and environment:
The work environment and physical demands characteristics are representative of those the employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Rarely: Climbing, crouching, kneeling, pulling/pushing/lifting between 5-15lbs., and stooping are required.
Occasionally: Carrying 5-15lbs., gripping, handling, pinching, and walking are required.
Frequently: Standing is required.
Constantly: Reading, grasping, hearing, reaching, vision, repetitive motion, and sitting is required.
Rarely exposed to extreme cold, heat, and humidity, and wet climates, in the working environment.
Occasionally exposed to noise and hazards in the work environment.
We maintain a drug-free workplace. Candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment background investigation and drug test as a condition of employment.
RES is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
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