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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # GIS Specialist - **Company:** Western Retail Advisors Llc - **Location:** Phoenix, AZ, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $65,000.0 - $85,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Geographic Information Systems, Software Suite, ArcGIS (Software), Microsoft Outlook, Data Presentation, Microsoft Office, Microsoft PowerPoint, Esri GIS (Software), AI Platforms, Data Analytics - **Published:** May 29, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=0bd123c47165a8d1 ## About the Role Do you have experience in Teamwork?, Do you have a Bachelor's degree?, We're looking for a GIS Specialist who wants to be an integral part of a close-knit team - someone who brings both technical excellence and a genuine desire to make everyone around them more effective., Skills matter - but also how you show up. The person we're looking for brings a specific combination of technical ability and personal qualities that make a small team thrive: * Calm under pressure. You don't add stress to the room - Deadlines don't rattle you. * A self-starter. You anticipate needs before they become requests and think two steps ahead. * Here to help. You take pride in making the people around you more effective. Pitching in isn't an imposition - it's part of who you are. * Intellectually curious. You're always exploring new tools, methods, and ideas. You don't wait for a training class - you go find the answer. * Growth-oriented. You're not just looking for a job - you're building a career. You want to grow with us and see what this role can become. * Analytical and precise. You can gather complex information and present it clearly, accurately, and in a way that non-technical people can act on. * Design-minded. You have a natural eye for layout, color, and visual hierarchy. You know the difference between a map that's technically correct and one that's genuinely compelling - and you consistently aim for the latter., * Bachelor's degree in Geography, Geographic Information Systems, or a related field * 2+ years of hands-on GIS experience * Proficiency in ESRI software suite: ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online * Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) * Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment YOU'LL STAND OUT IF YOU HAVE * Experience in commercial real estate * Advanced proficiency or mastery in the full ArcGIS Suite * Geographic Information Systems Professional (GISP) certification or equivalent * Familiarity with retail site selection, trade area analysis, or market intelligence workflows * Experience with project management tools and structured workflow systems * Experience with the latest AI platforms ## Description This is not a back-office mapping role. As our GIS Specialist, you will sit at the intersection of spatial analysis, data storytelling, and commercial real estate strategy. You'll produce high-quality geographic and demographic materials that directly shape how our brokers win clients and close deals. Your work will be seen, used, and valued - every day. You'll work independently and in close partnership with brokers, transaction managers, and leadership to deliver intelligence that makes our team stand out in a competitive market., * Develop location intelligence deliverables - traditional and web-based - using a powerful combination of geospatial analysis, data analytics, and graphic design. * Extract, interpret, and visualize demographic and market data from multiple sources, presenting it clearly in maps and reports that tell a compelling story. * Proactively reach out to brokers and team members to define project scope and explore the best approach - don't wait to be asked. * Build strong working relationships with brokers and transaction managers; become their go-to resource for spatial insights and client deliverables. * Contribute to and maintain a best-in-class library of GIS products, templates, and workflows shared across the team. * Drive quality assurance using established standards and practices to ensure every deliverable reflects our brand. * Support team members with analysis, research, and new processes / tools. ## Related Videos - [Add Location-based Searching to Site with ElasticSearch](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/77-add-location-based-searching-to-site-with-elasticsearch) - [Why I Love End-2-End Tests and How To Get Them Right](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/996-why-i-love-end-2-end-tests-and-how-to-get-them-right) - [Developing the Rich Text Editor for DeepL.com](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1172-developing-the-rich-text-editor-for-deepl-com) - [This App Reached 10,000 Users in One Week. 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