Geographic Information Systems Analyst

Title: GIS Analyst Location: 10 Peachtree Place in Atlanta, GA Duration: 1 year Contract Job Description: The GIS Analyst will develop an understanding of current data state, workflows and processes and develop solutions for integrations, transformations and deliverables. Duties will include using Safe Software’s FME to upgrade existing workspaces from the APDM to the UPDM pipeline model and creating new FME workspaces to streamline workflows and create a more efficient workplace. This role requires demonstrated ability to solve complex problems and recommend regarding the best track for data development and processing. Project work will involve process improvement, quality control, data creation from spatial and tabular sources, conversion, migration and maintenance. JOB REQUIREMENTS: (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills) Education and Experience: Required:Minimum 2 years experience with Esri’s ArcGIS Pro and advanced proficiency with Safe Software’s FME Preferred:Bachelor’s degree in geography (GIS), engineering, computer science, or related field Related Work Experience: Required: Expert ability in utilizing Safe Software’s FME to create and modify workspaces to solve complex problems Very good proficiency with Esri’s ArcGIS Pro Intermediate knowledge of linear referencing Intermediate knowledge of geometric networks Experience with UPDM Preferred: Experience with Natural Gas Utility Experience using Esri Portal Specific Skills & Knowledge: Required: Safe Software FME – advanced proficiency Esri ArcGIS Pro – very good proficiency MS Office suite – good proficiency Esri ArcGIS Enterprise – intermediate proficiency Linear Network – intermediate proficiency UPDM – basic proficiency Geometric Network – intermediate proficiency SharePoint – basic proficiency Excellent verbal and written communication skills Excellent geoprocessing and spatial analysis skills Strong requirements review, analytical, and problem solving skills Ability to quickly learn and apply new technologies Ability to function independently and as a team member Ability to handle multiple assignments and changing priorities Ability to work effectively with limited direct supervision Preferred: Current GIS industry trends (remote sensing, GPS technology, etc.) – intermediate understanding GIS Analyst with FME/Safe Software Knowledge/Experience MAJOR JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: Technical project tasks, including database design, advanced GIS analysis and modeling Performs data mining activities to meet customer requirements/specifications Provides specialized queries, maps and reports to meet customer requirements/specifications Performs application testing and documentation of defects Interfaces with Information Services (IS) GIS Support group; represents users' issues Interfaces with users; documents requested/needed changes Performs weekly analysis on mission critical GIS data to audit and sustain data integrity Develop methods and perform quality assurance/quality control on GIS and non-spatial data to meet quality goals Serves as Subject Matter Expert on GIS projects and solution definition workshops Identifies training requirements; creates and maintains training and procedural documentation Identifies new GIS technologies/processes/applications to improve inter-/intra- departmental functions Uses and creates automated processes using FME, scripting or other tools Processes, prepares and converts data to enter into GIS from a variety of data formats Analyzes current business processes and recommends best practice solutions