Senior Geospatial Analyst

Overview

NV5 is actively recruiting a Senior GIS Analyst who possesses sound expertise in geospatial technologies and analytic methodologies. The position is on-site at Arlington National Cemetery (ANC). The analyst must have exceptional planning, critical thinking, analytical and communication skills. The analyst must work well in a team environment and be self-motivated.

The Senior GIS Analyst will be responsible for improving the accuracy and reliability of the existing engineering-related GIS data. The Senior GIS Analyst will be responsible for digitizing paper records such as floor plans, as-built drawings, and utility location information, and ingesting the data into the existing GIS system. The Senior GIS Analyst will be responsible for using ANC GPS equipment to collect GPS readings from locations around the cemetery and utilize the readings to augment the data in the GIS. The GPS data collection must be done outdoors on varying terrain and in various weather conditions. The Senior GIS Analyst will work with ANC’s Engineering team to identify missing or incomplete feature attributes and reference paper and digital information to correct and complete the existing GIS data.

Work Environment:

• Location:  Must be within reasonable commuting distance of Arlington National Cemetary
• Schedule:  Hybrid work schedule; 3 days onsite/2 days remote
• Travel:  Travel required; 25-50% of time

NV5 is a global technology solutions and consulting services company with a workforce of over 4,500 professionals in more than 100 offices worldwide.  NV5’s continued growth has been spurred through strategic investments in firms with unique capabilities to help current and future customers solve the world’s toughest problems.  The NV5 family brings together talent across a wide range of markets and fields, including Professional Engineers, Professional Land Surveyors, Architects, Photogrammetrists, GIS Professionals, Software Developers, IT, Project Management Professionals, and more.

At NV5 Geospatial, We are a collaboration of intelligent, innovative thinkers who care for each other, our communities, and the environment.  We value both heart and head, the diversity of our people, and their experiences because that is how we continue to grow as a leader in our industry and expand our individual and collective potential.

Responsibilities

• GIS Data Quality Control and Assurance to various governmental data standards (FGDC, SDSFIE, etc.)
• Compiles thematic data and records into reports
• Enters delineated map and descriptive information into the GIS through digitizing, key entry or other standard data entry procedures
• Use GPS equipment to facilitate data collection and post processing of data
• Investigates and verifies geographic and land use data by making physical inspections and/or surveys of real property assets
• Import GIS and CADD data and developing, analyzing, manipulating, extracting and importing of data to meet ANC requirements
• Prepares models, diagrams and technical documentation for GIS applications, GIS database metadata and operating procedures
• Digitizes data and/or utilizes GIS/GPS processes to develop spatial data as required for GIS project
• Utilizes GIS/GPS technology to develop and produce maps, data, and reports
• Assist development of quality assurance and preforms quality control to ensure a high degree of data consistency, integrity, and accuracy
• Install, administer and maintain enterprise geospatial systems

Qualifications

Requirements:

• Degree Requirements: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major work in physical or natural science, geography, engineering, planning, computer science or a related field
• Five years of experience using GIS and CADD data
• Experience developing and maintaining GIS data to a data schema specification, such as the Spatial Data Standard for Installations & the Environment (SDSFIE)
• Experience with GPS equipment
• QA/QC experience
• CompTIA Security certification required within 6 months of start date and maintain certificate yearly
• U.S. Citizenship required to comply with government contract
• Ability to obtain Secret security clearance
• Ability to work outside in various weather conditions for multiple hours

Experience Preferred (in addition to requirements):

• Bachelors or Master’s Degree in Geography, GIS or related field
• 2 years or more of GIS experience with Army IGI&S
• Active Secret Security Clearance
• Must have a sound technical understanding of key technologies (GIS, CAD) and enterprise systems
• Familiarity with Army real property and space management a plus
• Experience installing, configuring, and maintaining ESRI ArcGIS Enterprise

NV5 offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, PTO, 401(k) and professional development/advancement opportunities.

NV5 provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. NV5 complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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