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# GIS Specialist (Multiple Levels)

- **Company:** NV5, Inc.
- **Location:** Portland, OR, United States (Remote available)
- **Salary:** $65,000.0 - $100,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Geographic Information Systems, ArcGIS (Software), Databases, System Configuration, GIS Applications, Mobile Application Software, Python (Programming Language), Software Engineering, Web Applications, Esri GIS (Software)
- **Published:** October 7, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.com/job/us89e83d849ded98c07858e99abb52a9c2/eaa

## About the Role

Successful candidates will have experience with GIS technologies, geospatial data management, analysis, and application development. Opportunities are available for early-career, mid-level, and senior professionals, with responsibilities aligned to experience and technical expertise., Candidates should demonstrate professional experience in one or more of the following areas:

 * Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and geospatial analysis.
 * Bachelor's degree in geography, natural resource management or equivalent; a master's degree is desirable
 * Working with Esri software products including ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS Online, and/or mobile GIS applications.
 * GIS data management, editing, quality control, and cartographic production.
 * Web GIS application configuration and deployment.
 * Technical documentation, reporting, and workflow development.
 * Supporting environmental, natural resource, land management, engineering, or related programs.
 * Eligibility to obtain and maintain a Federal DOI clearance.

Preferred Qualifications
Experience in one or more of the following areas is highly desirable:

 * Natural resources, environmental science, conservation, forestry, wildlife, water resources, or public lands management.
 * ArcGIS Field Maps, Survey123, QuickCapture, Collector, or other mobile GIS platforms.
 * Python or geoprocessing script development.

Competencies & Skills

 * Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
 * Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
 * Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
 * Strong organizational and time management skills.
 * Commitment to producing high-quality technical deliverables.
 * Adaptability and willingness to learn new technologies and workflows.

## Description

NV5 is seeking GIS Specialists at various career levels to support natural resource management, environmental planning, conservation, and land management initiatives across the Western United States. These positions offer the opportunity to work with multidisciplinary teams delivering geospatial solutions that support federal clients., Depending on experience level, responsibilities may include:

 * Supporting GIS projects for natural resource, environmental, land management, and conservation programs.
 * Developing, maintaining, and analyzing geospatial datasets and databases.
 * Creating maps, dashboards, web applications, and other GIS products for clients and project teams.
 * Configuring and supporting ArcGIS desktop, web, and mobile applications.
 * Assisting with GIS workflows, data collection efforts, and field support activities.
 * Developing technical documentation, user guides, workflows, and project deliverables.
 * Collaborating with interdisciplinary teams in a hybrid or remote work environment.
 * Supporting project planning, scheduling, and execution.
 * Contributing to process improvements and innovative geospatial solutions.
 * For senior-level candidates, providing technical leadership, project oversight, mentoring, and coordination of GIS development and deployment activities.