728602 - GIS and Environmental Data Management Professional

If you’re looking for a place to kick-start your career, where you can contribute to a dynamic employee-owned firm, tackle challenging project work, and collaborate with industry recognized professionals - Geosyntec is the place for you! As a GIS and Environmental Data Management Professional in Santa Barbara, CA, you will apply your academic knowledge and solid understanding and experience with standard practices and techniques used when working with data and GIS projects to support and manage projects that include environmental assessments, groundwater remediation, water and natural resources, geotechnical construction, and more. 

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:

• Utilize Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and associated ESRI ArcGIS software to produce, display, and analyze spatial data;
• Create, organize, manipulate, and generate GIS maps and data for reporting, analysis, presentations, and data visualization purposes;
• Write and implement scripts to automate and customize workflows for a variety of tasks, including GIS, Data Management, and statistical analysis;
• Maintain and develop project-specific environmental, relational databases using desktop (MS Access) and enterprise (MS SQL Server, EQuIS) database software to compile, verify, analyze, and report large and diverse datasets;
• Interact with internal and external clients to support geospatial data management and data visualization for environmental engineering, geoscience, stormwater, and sustainable groundwater management projects.

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 basic health and safety training. 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.
• This position is office based and requires long hours at a desk.

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

EDUCATION AND LICENSURE

• Bachelor's degree in environmental science, geography, computer science, engineering, or geology. (required)
• Advanced degree in environmental science, geography, computer science, engineering, or geology or related field. (preferred)

SKILLS, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Prior internship experience in related field. (preferred)
• Exceptional attention to detail in quantitative work products, written communication, spelling, and grammar. (required)
• Proficiency with ESRI ArcGIS software (ArcMap and ArcGIS Pro), including geodatabase structures and geoprocessing concepts. (required)
• Proficiency in cartographic techniques and best practices. (preferred)
• Proficiency in MS Excel and MS Access, including the ability to write complex formulas and visualize data effectively. (required)
• Proficiency in web-based mapping applications. (required)
• Proficiency in tablet-based field data collection applications. (required)
• Working knowledge of database structure, query design, and maintenance. (required)
• Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python, SQL, or R. (preferred)
• Experience with the front-end processes of collecting field data with various GPS units and the process of downloading and compiling the data. (preferred)
• Understanding and use of Graphic Design software (Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, etc.). (preferred)
• Direct experience managing environmental, geologic, and geotechnical data collection. (preferred)
• Knowledge of laboratory analytical data verification and validation processes. (preferred)
• Valid U.S. driver’s license and satisfactory driving record for business travel. (required)

Preferred candidates will also possess the following professional attributes:

• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment to perform problem solving and develop innovative database solutions to meet project needs.
• Strong time-management skills and schedule flexibility to accommodate project deadlines and deliverables.
• Ability to prioritize work and respond to overlapping project needs.
• Patience and planning skills to cultivate an efficient data management and visualization practice.
• Ability to talk to and engage clients in business development and willingness to learn new business development skills.

CULTURE/EEO STATEMENT

Geosyntec strives to hire and retain the best and brightest people in their fields. We look for exceptional 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