GIS Specialist - Direct Hire - onsite Richmond, VA

Company: Vaco Recruiter Services
Location: New York
Posted on: March 20, 2023

Job Description:

Job Description
The primary responsibility of this role will be to build and maintain data models for use in applications, analytics, Data Science and desktop, web, and mobile GIS tools. Partner with the business to define data needs to support the business objectives and collaborating with IT team members to achieve the business objectives.



Essential Function% of Time Spent on Function
1.Develop and maintain various data pipelines and models using both internal and external data sources including validation and champion strong data governance practices.
60%
2.Meets with business to define requirements, objectives and metrics; Collaborates with Data team members to deliver on business data needs.
30%
3.Be a champion for Data Science and analytics by using and developing algorithms which help business users understand the benefit, in addition to deploying the outcomes through optimized processes, meaningful metrics and strong reporting.
10%

• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - The minimum level of education, experience, licenses, certifications and skills required to perform the job.
  
  Education LevelBachelor's Degree
  Education MajorTechnology area of study; preferably in Computer Science, MIS or Analytics, or Geography
  Work Experience

• 3+ years' experience working with large, complex data systems to aggregate, organize, and prepare data for use in business analysis using geospatial applications
• 3+ years' experience using relevant programming languages and software packages not limited but including ArcGIS Pro, ArcPy, ArcGIS for Server and ArcGIS Portal for use in applications, analysis, and visualization.
  Required Licenses and Certifications
  Required Training
  Required Skills - check all that apply below and list others here ?Knowledge & Skills:
  • Experience/Education in Data Analytics, Decision Sciences or Business Analytics
  • Experience in utilizing ETL/ELT frameworks
  • Experience analyzing business needs and delivering high quality solutions
  • Experience with geospatial technologies including ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS APIs and SDKs, ArcGIS Portal and other related tools.
  • Experience developing REST Services and/or similar services with applicable languages
  • Experience with full stack development including SQL, C#, Python, HTML, CSS, or JavaScript
  • A clear and familiar understanding of the concepts and best practices of data structures and warehousing
  • Creative problem solver with excellent communication, leadership, and collaboration skills.
  • Advanced decision making and problem-solving skills
  • Business acumen, knowledge, and professionalism
  • Proactive leadership style and a self-starter and strong attention to detail
  • Delivery focused with the ability to prioritize activities.
  • Flexible team player within a small, multi-disciplinary team. Job RequirementsThe primary responsibility of this role will be to build and maintain data models for use in applications, analytics, Data Science and desktop, web, and mobile GIS tools. Partner with the business to define data needs to support the business objectives and collaborating with IT team members to achieve the business objectives.
    
    
    
    
    Essential Function % of Time Spent on Function
    1. Develop and maintain various data pipelines and models using both internal and external data sources including validation and champion strong data governance practices.
    60%
    2. Meets with business to define requirements, objectives and metrics; Collaborates with Data team members to deliver on business data needs.
    30%
    3. Be a champion for Data Science and analytics by using and developing algorithms which help business users understand the benefit, in addition to deploying the outcomes through optimized processes, meaningful metrics and strong reporting.
    10%
    
    
    Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - The minimum level of education, experience, licenses, certifications and skills required to perform the job.
    
    Education Level Bachelor's Degree
    Education Major Technology area of study; preferably in Computer Science, MIS or Analytics, or Geography
    Work Experience
    3+ years' experience working with large, complex data systems to aggregate, organize, and prepare data for use in business analysis using geospatial applications
    3+ years' experience using relevant programming languages and software packages not limited but including ArcGIS Pro, ArcPy, ArcGIS for Server and ArcGIS Portal for use in applications, analysis, and visualization.
    Required Licenses and Certifications
    Required Training
    Required Skills - check all that apply below and list others here ? Knowledge & Skills:
    Experience/Education in Data Analytics, Decision Sciences or Business Analytics
    Experience in utilizing ETL/ELT frameworks
    Experience analyzing business needs and delivering high quality solutions
    Experience with geospatial technologies including ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS APIs and SDKs, ArcGIS Portal and other related tools.
    Experience developing REST Services and/or similar services with applicable languages
    Experience with full stack development including SQL, C#, Python, HTML, CSS, or JavaScript
    A clear and familiar understanding of the concepts and best practices of data structures and warehousing
    Creative problem solver with excellent communication, leadership, and collaboration skills.
    Advanced decision making and problem-solving skills
    Business acumen, knowledge, and professionalism
    Proactive leadership style and a self-starter and strong attention to detail
    Delivery focused with the ability to prioritize activities.
    Flexible team player within a small, multi-disciplinary team.

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