Junior GIS Analyst - Crescens Inc.
Richmond, VA
About the Job
Title: Junior GIS Analyst
Location: Richmond, Virginia
Duration: 6+ Months
Notes:
5 days per week in the office for the first few weeks for training and then 3 days per week in office.
Description:
Job Requirements:
Skills:
Location: Richmond, Virginia
Duration: 6+ Months
Notes:
5 days per week in the office for the first few weeks for training and then 3 days per week in office.
Description:
- TMPD seeks a junior Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Specialist/Technician to assist the TMPD Planning Data Solutions team in maintaining in-house planning web tool and providing GIS support to transportation planning staff. The Transportation & Mobility Planning Division (TMPD) manages and administers the Pathways for Planning System (P4P).
- P4P is a GIS planning tool for maintaining data and information concerning planning activities including the Federal Functional Classification, National Highway System, Census urban area, future needs assessments, and other planning-associated layers. The system features data that includes: roadway inventory, traffic projections, and capacity analysis.
Job Requirements:
- Collect, manage, and analyze geospatial data from various sources.
- Assist in the creation of detailed maps, charts, and reports using GIS software.
- Perform geospatial data cleaning, manipulation, and quality control to ensure data accuracy.
- Support the integration of spatial data with other datasets to provide insights for projects.
- Evaluate data, tools, and web platforms for quality assurance and to identify errors and improvements Maintain and update GIS databases and documentation.
- Collaborate with other departments to provide GIS-related technical support and training as needed.
- Research and stay updated on GIS tools, technologies, and best practices.
- Collaborate with product managers, designers, and other developers to define and execute solutions for geospatial data visualization and analysis
Skills:
- Proficiency in GIS software such as ArcGIS Pro.
- Proficiency in ArcGIS Online data management, map creation, and app building. Basic understanding of spatial analysis techniques and cartography principles.
- Familiarity with database management tools and formats (e.g., Oracle databases and/or PostgreSQL/PostGIS.).
- Basic knowledge of and experience with linear referencing systems in a GIS and tabular format.
- Basic knowledge in automating geospatial processes using python, model builder, or other techniques. Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Good communication skills and ability to work in a collaborative team environment.
- Familiarity with Python and SQL, especially in a GIS environment.
- Familiarity with other programming languages, especially R, HTML, JSON.
- Understanding of programming basics.
- Web mapping experience, especially in an AWS environment and using Mapbox.
Source : Crescens Inc.