GIS Analyst

Description

Fisher Associates is seeking an experienced GIS Analyst to join our GIS Team within the Geomatics Group.  The GIS Analyst will provide creativity and support to the company in the field of GIS. 

Fisher Associates, P.E., L.S., L.A., D.P.C. is a consulting engineering and professional services firm serving the Transportation, Land Development and Energy market sectors. Our comprehensive services include landscape architecture, planning, engineering, environmental, survey, GIS and construction representation.

Fisher Associates, P.E., L.S., L.A., D.P.C. is headquartered in Rochester NY, with seven offices throughout NY, PA and TX. The culture at Fisher is friendly, respectful, and a true team environment. We own our responsibilities and results, continuously seeking to improve and empower our employees.

The primary function of this role is responsible for, but not limited to, the following:

• Exhibit behaviors that align with the Fisher Values: Aspire to Excellence, Teamwork and Respect, Owning our Results and Empowered Employees.
• Establish and maintain strong client relationships adhering to the Fisher Clientship philosophy.
• Design and produce professional quality deliverables each day with established deadlines.
• Read and understand engineering sketches, drawings and documents.
• GIS data manipulation, automation, conversion, and migration
• Integrate geospatial data from multiple formats and sources
• Participate in Proposal Preparation and Business Development as required.
• Manage GIS projects that are tasked by the GIS Manager, and provide feedback on best plan of action.
• Integrate python scripts and web apps into project workflows.
• Maintain existing ArcEnterprise databases and services.
• Strong problem solving/troubleshooting skills required.
• Facilitate training on hardware and software for field and office staff.
• Attend client meetings as required.
• Work in a team environment, follow best practices, and provide QA/QC.
• Mentor other GIS staff.
• Assist the GIS Manager in GIS project management.
• Provide feedback on how to further develop the GIS department.

Requirements

Education & Experience

•  BA/BS in GIS, Geography, Computer Science or other program with GIS coursework required
• Minimum 3 years with ESRI ArcGIS experience required
• Experience with ArcGIS Pro, ArcOnline and ArcEnterprise environments preferred
• Experience with Mobile Data Collection applications; ESRI ArcGIS Field Maps, Survey123, Avenza preferred
• Minimum 3 years of project experience in a consulting firm or associated government agency, or an Associates Degree in the applicable field with 5 to 10 years of appropriate project experience

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to run and/or modify Python scripts used in the processing of geospatial data preferred
• Ability to communicate technical GIS information to non-technical personnel
• Aspire to excellence, consistently seek to improve, and demonstrate high-quality work at all levels.
• Team player: collaborate effectively at all levels; treat coworkers, clients, and vendors with respect in all interactions; seek to listen effectively, understand others, and build trust.
• Own and accept responsibility for results.
• Honest, transparent, and trustworthy.
• Proactive, self-motivated, and eager to learn.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Ability to consistently demonstrate sound judgement.
• Excellent and professional communication skills both written and verbal.
• Excellent organizational, project management and time management skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Exhibit flexibility with assignments, workflow, or project changes
• Listen and respond to feedback in a positive manner.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office products, including Outlook, Word and Excel

Why a Career with Fisher Associates?

1. Fisher offers a competitive benefit package focused on providing comprehensive, affordable coverage.

2. Voluntary benefits include Vision, FSA, HSA, Cancer Care and more.

3. New hires are eligible for the 401(k) Retirement Plan immediately.

4. Professional Development is Encouraged & Employer-Paid!!

5. Work-Life Balance Matters; We offer PTO, Paid Holidays, and a Hybrid work option.

6. We give back to the community! Meals on Wheels, Corporate Challenge, Veteran's Outreach, & more!

Fisher Associates embraces a family-feel culture and welcomes all newcomers with open arms. We are an equal opportunity employer who supports and cultivates a diverse and inclusive workplace. Fisher Associates does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, the basis of age, race, creed, color, national origin (including ancestry), religion, gender or sex, sexual orientation (including transgender status, gender identity or expression), pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions), disability, reproductive health decision making (including, but not limited to, the decision to use or access a particular drug, device, or medical service), marital status, partnership status, caregiver status, domestic violence victim status, familial status, military status, unemployment status, genetic information (including genetic characteristics), citizenship or immigration status, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local laws. AA/EOE

Salary : $26 - $35