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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Environmental GIS/data scientist - **Company:** Tetra Tech - **Location:** Chicago, IL, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $187,200.0 - $228,800.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Data Analysis, ArcGIS (Software), Data Architecture, Data Auditing, Data Visualization, Disaster Recovery, Microsoft SQL Server, Systems Architecture, Workflow Management Systems, Esri GIS (Software), Data Management, Raster Graphics - **Published:** October 9, 2026 - **Apply:** https://tetratech.referrals.selectminds.com/jobs/senior-environmental-gis-data-scientist-57361 ## About the Role * Bachelor's or Master's degree in GIS, Geography, Computer Science, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related field. * Minimum 15 years of experience. * Extensive experience with Esri's ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, and Enterprise (Portal for ArcGIS, ArcGIS Server, ArcGIS Datastore, ArcGIS GeoEvent Server, ArcGIS Spatiotemporal Datastore). * Extensive experience developing data visualization products, including static products using ArcGIS Pro or similar software, and interactive web-based products using ArcGIS Online and Portal for ArcGIS. * Experience designing/evaluating environmental data management workflows, including use of common environmental software and underlying applications (Scribe, EQuIS, SQL Server). * Detailed knowledge of surveying techniques and technology, including the collection and processing of 3D point cloud datasets. * Must possess strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills (both written and verbal). Must also be highly motivated, customer focused, and work well in a team environment. In addition, the following is required: * Passing a criminal background check. * Driving on a regular basis. Passing a motor vehicle record background check and maintaining a valid driver's license and good driving record is required. Preferred Qualifications * OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER and 8-Hour refresher certifications. Physical Requirements * Must be able to walk around project sites in all types of terrain and be physically able to carry up to 35 pounds of equipment. * Must be able to complete medical monitoring program. ## Description This position will support a wide variety of projects and clients throughout the United States. This position may support a variety of contracts, including federal, state, and commercial clients. This position functions as subject-matter expert on environmental GIS and data management, providing high-level technical guidance and support on tasks including geospatial and environmental database management; data analysis and reporting including statistical analysis, interpolation, and raster algebra; data and web system architecture; environmental data collection with a focus on surveying and 3D-point cloud data acquisition; and environmental data visualization, including static and interactive web-based solutions. Essential Job Functions The following duties are considered essential to the role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions: * Support environmental projects and task orders including site investigations, regulatory compliance activities, and remedial actions. * Support the management/administration of enterprise GIS environments. * Interpret environmental data, including performing complex geostatistical analyses such as spatial interpolation, raster algebra. * Develop data visualization products in both static and web-based interactive solutions, with a focus on Esri applications. * Support development and maintenance of environment data management workflows, including data architecture/workflow design. * Support field data collection activities, including surveying and 3D point cloud data acquisition and processing. * Communicate and interact with project clients, vendors, and subcontractors. * Support the development and implementation of environmental plans and procedures. * Develop and/or deliver training, planning, and preparedness efforts under federal and state contracts. * Assist in supporting emergency preparedness and response and disaster recovery activities, including potential support within an incident management structure or as a technical subject matter resource. * Prepare technical report deliverables, including data evaluation, interpretation, and presentation. * Mentor junior staff., * Role responsibilities may include project site visits and field work up to approximately 10%, which could include overnight travel. * Site work may be completed outdoors within the U.S. during all seasons, including peak summer and winter conditions., * This part-time position requires approximately 10% travel. * This position will mostly consist of a hybrid schedule, with office and remote work flexibility. * Work will occur during standard work hours, with the potential to occasionally support emergency response activities during nights/weekends. * Driving on an occasional basis. Passing a motor vehicle record background check and maintaining a valid driver's license and good driving record is required.