657473 - Entry - Level Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Programming and Database Analyst

Looking for a place to start your career?  A place where you can work with industry recognized professionals who are solving tough engineering problems? Geosyntec is the place for you!  Apply your academic knowledge to real-world situations while learning the business skills needed for a successful career.

As an Entry-Level Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Programming and Database Analyst based in our Oakland, Walnut Creek or Davis, California, office, you will work with a multi-disciplinary team providing GIS visualization, database, and data management services support to our Environmental Sciences and Engineering practice with site investigation, groundwater remediation, water resource management, surface water, and landfill projects.  The position requires the development and management of GIS data, geospatial databases, and standardized workflows to support projects and develop technical tools for a variety of technical environmental practices. The candidate may also have other duties supporting remediation and engineering projects such as GPS operation in the field related to field investigations, technical report QA/QC, and various data management duties.

Our clients ask us to address their new ventures and most challenging problems involving the environment, natural resources, and civil infrastructure. Ranked by ENR in the top 20 design firms for the environment, Geosyntec is internationally known for its technical leadership, broad experience, and exceptional client service.  Learn more by visiting www.geosyntec.com.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Is this the right position to help you achieve your professional goals?  Some of the key responsibilities for the position include:

• Support legacy workflows involving data management, data analysis, data visualization, report generation, and figure preparation;
• Produce routine data visualization outputs in Excel, ArcGIS, and/or other data visualization platforms using relational querying in ArcGIS, Microsoft Access, and/or database scripts (Python, VBA, etc.);
• Assist with the development and maintenance of environmental relational databases applications to compile, verify, analyze, and report large and diverse datasets;
• Develop tools and procedures to improve the efficiency, accuracy, and transferability of data-intensive work products, such as programming automated processes for data evaluation within GIS and database applications;
• Support our field teams by preparing mobile field forms and maps and managing a GPS unit for field data collection;
• Develop tools for spatial data analysis and visualization using web maps and applications; and
• Create, organize, manipulate, and generate GIS data for reporting, analysis, presentations, and data visualization purposes.

Collaboration and mentoring are cornerstones of Geosyntec’s culture. You should expect to work closely with experienced professionals who will guide and integrate you into Geosyntec’s culture.

Here are some other things you should know about this position:

• Training: This position requires health and safety, first aid, CPR, and other training, as well as medical monitoring, paid for by the firm. We also offer professional development opportunities including in-house seminars, webinars, and mentoring, that allow our employees to build the technical and business skills necessary to become successful consultants.
• Fieldwork: Up to 25%
• Overnight travel: Up to 10%

Your success is our success. We encourage our employees to continually develop their interests and skills. Advancement is based on an individual’s own performance and initiative.

EDUCATION AND LICENSURE

• Bachelor’s in a relevant technical discipline (GIS, computer/data science, geography, and/or environmental studies) requiring familiarity and skill with GIS and its associated software, analysis, reporting, cartography, data management, and visualization (required)
• Master’s degree in a related discipline. (preferred)
• GIS Certificate or GISP License a plus.

SKILLS, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Proficiency in ESRI ArcGIS Desktop 10.x and ArcGIS Pro and experience with geodatabase structures and geoprocessing concepts. (required)
• Demonstrated classroom or work experience with relational database applications using desktop (Microsoft Access), enterprise (Microsoft SQL Server), open source (PostgreSQL Server), and/or EQuIS database software and experience with writing query language (SQL). (required)
• Practical or academic experience with writing and editing scripts using Python (Jupyter, ArcPy, ArcGIS Notebooks) for data analysis, geoprocessing tools, and automation. (required)
• Proficiency in MS Excel, including the ability to write formulas and visualize data effectively. (required)
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills; understanding of data quality control concepts. (required)
• Demonstrated general technical / analytical skills, including the ability to learn new software quickly. (required)
• Strong time management skills with schedule flexibility to accommodate varied project deadlines and deliverables. (required)
• Valid U.S. driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record for business travel. (required)
• Additional practical or academic knowledge or experience with the following is a plus:
  • ArcGIS tools, apps, or extensions (Spatial Analyst, 3D Analyst, Survey123, Collector, Field Maps, ArcScene, Model Builder).
  • Other programming languages (ArcGIS Arcade expressions, JavaScript, VBA, R, Matlab).
  • GPS devices such as Trimble
  • Web mapping, including ArcGIS Online and/or Geocortex
  • Graphical design tools such as Adobe Illustrator/Photoshop
  • Workflow documentations, including writing workflows
  • Working with environmental data and knowledge of basic statistics

CULTURE/EEO STATEMENT

Geosyntec strives to hire and retain the best and brightest people in their fields. We look forexceptional interpersonal skills, communication skills, and problem-solving abilities, plus the passion for technical excellence and quality. We seek individuals with leadership potential, a commitment to lifelong learning and growth, and the desire to build a long and rewarding career with a growing Firm.

Geosyntec is a great place to build a career. If you're looking for an exciting place to work, a place with challenging and rewarding projects, and a place that has been nationally recognized for its employees' quality of life, technical expertise, and business success, then Geosyntec may be the place for you. You can learn more about careers and employment at Geosyntec by visiting: http://www.geosyntec.com/careers/

We are proud to offer our employees a highly competitive benefits package. Learn more by visiting: http://www.geosyntec.com/careers/employee-benefits