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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # GIS Analyst - **Company:** SME Inc - **Location:** Grand Rapids, MI, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Word, HTML, Microsoft Excel, Geographic Information Systems, ArcGIS (Software), Microsoft Outlook, Data Transmissions, Python (Programming Language), Microsoft Office, Microsoft PowerPoint, Esri GIS (Software), Data Management - **Published:** May 20, 2026 - **Apply:** https://jobs.mitalent.org/job-seeker/job-details/JobCode/316159176 ## About the Role * Bachelor's or better in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Data Science or related Field * Minimum 5 years of experience working with Esri ArcGIS products * Experience with ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online or ArcGIS Enterprise * GISP certification preferred not required * Has competency using computer operating systems and MS Office Suite programs (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint). * Excellent verbal and written communications skills to effectively interact with clients, team members, and supervisors, conveying technical information clearly. * Strong organizational skills, ability to prioritize, manage workloads, maintain accurate and detailed record-keeping skills, documenting problem resolutions. * Effective interpersonal skills to build rapport with clients and team members, fostering positive working relationships, customer-centric approach to provide excellent service to clients, ensuring their needs and concerns are addressed promptly and professionally. * Must be able to understand and adapt to change and react productively to frequent interruptions and changing conditions. * Basic construction competencies including ability to determine location from surface features and landmarks by interpretation from surveys, road maps, aerial photos, topographic maps, and geologic maps; understanding construction stakes set by others, and color markings of utility companies. * Experience with Python (ArcPy), HTML, and Arcade coding languages preferred but not required. * Demonstrates ethical conduct, maintaining confidentiality and ensuring safety and security in all aspects of work, strict adherence to safety protocols and guidelines, fostering a safe working environment for yourself and others. SME's Core Values: * Honesty and Integrity * Respect * Selfless Service * Teamwork * Practical Solutions ## Description * Exceptional ability to synthesize data and communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with other team members and clients. * Collaborate with other service groups to develop solutions and implement best practices for geospatial data solutions. * Utilize the latest in Ersi's desktop and online software for data management and data communications. * Create focused and effective maps for Esri * Publish and manage map features and services in ArcGIS Online and Enterprise. * Work with clients in the development and implementation of Esri AEC Delivery portals to support specific project needs. * Manage geospatial data in various formats, ensuring data quality and development of comprehensive metadata. * Stay up-to-date on the latest GIS trends and technologies and contribute to shaping the future direction of the team's geospatial strategy. ## Related Videos - [Developing the Rich Text Editor for DeepL.com](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1172-developing-the-rich-text-editor-for-deepl-com) - [Web-based Information Visualization](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/84-web-based-information-visualization) - [In-depth .NET Azure Functions: Isolated mode, performance and durable AI agents](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100207-in-depth-net-azure-functions-isolated-mode-performance-and-durable-ai-agents) - [The Resilience of the World Wide Web](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1281-the-resilience-of-the-world-wide-web) - [From Syntax to Singularity: AI’s Impact on Developer Roles](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/900-from-syntax-to-singularity-ai-s-impact-on-developer-roles) - [NoLoJS - Avoiding JavaScript Cruft with HTML and CSS - Aaron T. 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