Our client is seeking a skilled GIS Analyst for a long-term contract role based in Midtown Atlanta, offering a hybrid work schedule with in-office presence Monday through Thursday and remote work on Fridays. As a GIS Analyst, you will develop a deep understanding of current data states, workflows, and processes, and create solutions for data integration, transformation, and deliverables. You will be responsible for GIS data analysis, data mining, technical support, and database maintenance to meet both internal and external customer requirements. This role requires demonstrated ability to solve complex problems, recommend best practices for data development and processing, and support process improvement initiatives. You will play a key role in quality control, data creation from spatial and tabular sources, conversion, migration, and maintenance, as well as technical project tasks such as database design and advanced GIS analysis and modeling. The ideal candidate thrives in a dynamic environment, working both independently and collaboratively, and is committed to delivering high-quality results. WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Develop and maintain GIS databases, including data integration, transformation, conversion, migration, and maintenance from various spatial and tabular sources
• Perform advanced GIS analysis, modeling, and data mining to support internal and external customer requirements
• Create, process, and convert data for GIS applications, ensuring data quality, accuracy, and adherence to customer specifications
• Design and implement automated workflows using Model Builder, Python scripting, or other tools to streamline GIS processes
• Conduct QA/QC on versioned data prior to production deployment and perform application testing, including documentation of defects and development of testing scripts
• Provide technical support, specialized queries, maps, and reports to meet customer requirements
• Interface with users to document requirements, gather feedback, and recommend process improvements
• Identify, evaluate, and implement new GIS technologies, processes, and applications to enhance departmental functions
• Analyze current business processes and recommend best practice solutions for GIS data development and processing
• Document requested or needed changes and support the implementation of new or improved GIS solutions

• Bachelor’s degree in geography (GIS), engineering, computer science, or related field and 3+ years of industry-standard GIS experience, or GIS certificate with 3 years of related work experience
• 1+ years of experience in utility or pipeline GIS
• Advanced proficiency with Esri ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS 10.2x
• Advanced proficiency in linear referencing techniques and concepts
• Knowledge of Utility and Pipeline Data Model (UPDM) highly recommended
• Intermediate proficiency with FME, ArcGIS Enterprise, Utility Network, Model Builder, Python, and SQL RDBMS
• Basic proficiency with AutoCAD/CADD, Visual Basic/VBA, and SharePoint
• Advanced skills in MS Office suite (Access, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio)
• Strong geoprocessing, spatial analysis, and data mining skills
• Experience with database design, GIS analysis, modeling, and process improvement
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and requirements review skills
• Ability to develop and maintain automated processes using scripting tools
• Experience with application testing, script development, and QA/QC processes
• Ability to quickly learn and apply new technologies
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, manage multiple assignments, adapt to changing priorities, and function effectively with limited direct supervision

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