GIS Analyst II

TRC is seeking a dynamic, highly motivated GIS Analyst to provide technical support for clients, and fellow TRC staff working primarily on transportation and infrastructure-related projects. The GIS Analyst must have a minimum of 4 year(s) of experience applying GIS technology to answer questions and solve problems.

The applicant should demonstrate proficiency and experience using GIS software including but not limited to ESRI’s ArcGIS Pro 3.X and the implementation and development of Web based GIS platforms using ArcGIS Enterprise and ArcGIS Online.

Responsibilities

• General geographic data creation, editing, and analysis
• Develop and manage GIS databases, GIS webmaps, and GIS mobile apps
• Production of figures for a variety of reports
• Desktop analysis of environmental constraints data such as soils, hydrologic features, land cover, public lands, etc. for planning field surveys or agency application submittals 
• Query geographic data for information to be used in reports/proposals
• Work interactively with data from CAD platforms and other geospatial data sources
• Collaborate with other TRC staff to improve project methodologies and deliverables

Qualifications

The successful candidate must:

• have excellent communication and organizational skills to work as a member of a larger project & GIS team to complete project tasks.
• collaborate with project managers, clients, and GIS staff to ensure that quality and timely GIS support is provided on all projects.
• have a strong attention to detail in preserving standardized cartographic deliverables.
• keep abreast with current GIS technology and be responsible for discovering and implementing new technology with assistance from other members of the TRC GIS team.
• be self-motivated and able to work independently with supervision from a GIS Manager.
• have the ability to manage multiple project needs concurrently and, in a time-sensitive manner

Required Experience and Education

• Bachelor's degree in Geographic Information Systems, Geography, Computer Science, or other related discipline.
• A minimum of 4 year(s) GIS or related work experience.

Required Core Competencies 

Excellence & Innovation: Committed to sustaining and accelerating TRC’s reputation for quality. Demonstrates personal accountability for the quality of their work and embraces peer review for all external deliverables.  Uses established systems/processes appropriately to ensure quality of ongoing work. Delivers excellent results in a timely manner. Where appropriate, develops new and innovative solutions that are actionable, value-adding, and contribute to driving profitable revenue growth. Is open to diverse suggestions/feedback and is committed to continuous improvement.

Planning & Decision Making:  Sets appropriate priorities and effectively manages resource requirements (time, talent, budget, materials). Solves problems and makes sound and timely decisions based on analysis, experience, and good judgment. Makes decisions that support the success of others.

Teamwork & Communication: Shows ability to actively listen and seeks to understand the viewpoints of others. Keeps others appropriately informed in a timely manner. Demonstrates effective written and verbal communication skills. Communicates clearly, concisely, and with candor.

Required GIS Competencies

Data Management: Able to convert data from multiple sources and formats (CAD, GIS, GPS, image, text, etc.) to a common format or common schema. Experience working with transportation-related data, and a variety of environmental data preferred.

Cartography and Graphic Design: Able to express graphically, usually through maps, the features within a GIS.

GIS Analysis: Able to utilize GIS applications to perform advanced spatial analysis or data conversion or manipulation.  i.e. raster/surface manipulation, mosaic, modify and repurpose imagery for other software.  Able to use applications and scripts to create automated geoprocessing workflows.

Geodatabase Development & Design / Data Models: Able to utilize GIS applications to build a GIS, i.e. data mining, geodatabase design, data conversion, etc. Able to define data requirements needed to support business processes.

GPS Device/Applications: Able to configure and troubleshoot various GPS devices and mobile data collection applications.

Application of GIS/Problem Solving: Able to translate client needs to solutions using GIS technology. Able to identify the best tool for the job based on experience and knowledge of what is possible.

Web Applications/Services: Able to create map services and interactive web applications.

Travel and Workplace

The GIS Analyst will report to Madison, WI and is a hybrid position requiring a minimum 2 days a week in office. Occasional travel for customer visits or training may be required.

Candidates should provide a cover letter with their application and be prepared to present a portfolio or examples of past project work.