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# GIS Specialist

- **Company:** Mott MacDonald
- **Location:** Charleston, WV, United States
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** JavaScript (Programming Language), Geographic Information Systems, AutoCAD, ArcGIS (Software), HTML5, Computer Programming, Global Positioning Systems (GPS), Python (Programming Language), Microsoft Office, MicroStation, Spatial Data Infrastructures, Esri GIS (Software), Data Processing, Information Technology
- **Published:** August 27, 2026
- **Apply:** https://diversityjobs.com/main/sendform/8/8/28176/1/18088141?backUrl=%2Fcareer%2F18088141%2FGis-Specialist-West-Virginia-Charleston

## About the Role

* Bachelor's Degree in Geography, Planning, Environmental Science, Engineering, Computer Science or related field.
 * Demonstrable competence with: ArcGIS Online, Field Maps, Survey 123, ArcGIS Pro, Microsoft Suite, GPS technologies
 * Experience or education related to: ArcGIS Enterprise, AutoCAD, Microstation and basic programming/scripting using Python, Javascript and HTML 5 are beneficial.
 * Must be very well organized, detail oriented, and possess strong problem-solving abilities.
 * Be able to work independently with minimal supervision and apply previous instructions to current tasks
 * Possess excellent communication and presentation skills.
 * Be outgoing, forward-thinking, an effective communicator, and energetic.
 * Have a passion for GIS technology and keep abreast of current GIS trends and apply them to existing projects.

Bonus Qualifications

 * Experience working with underground utilities, hydraulic modeling and asset management.
 * ESRI Certifications

## Description

Mott MacDonald is seeking a GIS Specialist to join our water and wastewater GIS team. In this position you will work closely with project team members to assist in the collection, design, creation and maintenance of geospatial data., * Produce spatial and non-spatial data while ensuring technical accuracy and logical consistency in data processing and outputs.

 * Produce high-quality geospatial products by employing cartographic principles, industry standards, and custom solutions.
 * Identify and solve technical problems under supervision.
 * Conduct field data collection using GPS and mobile technologies.
 * Daily activities include:

 * Utility and municipal data entry and corrections
 * Conducting GIS analysis
 * Generating GIS deliverables
 * Supporting customer GIS needs
 * Conduct field data collection
 * Support asset management activities


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