What are the responsibilities and job description for the GIS Analyst (Entry-level) position at Tetra Tech?
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Tetra Tech’s commitment to hiring the best talent in the industry and helping them thrive professionally is stronger than ever. We are currently seeking a motivated, articulate, and dynamic, GIS Analyst (Entry-level) to support our natural resources projects and programs.
The successful candidate will have experience with ArcGIS or similar software and will be comfortable working in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, supporting multiple projects in a team-setting. A willingness to learn to leverage existing systems, templates and workflows is key. This individual will be detail oriented and will be asked to manage extremely large datasets within the confines of stringent agreements with clients. There may be potential for full time employment for the right candidate.
Responsibilities:
- Work directly with GIS Manager, and with other project managers and personnel.
- Prepare hard copy and electronic cartographic maps and field maps in ArcGIS.
- Perform geospatial data management, analysis and documentation.
- Identify published sources and downloading of spatial data in support of natural resources projects.
- Set up, collect, download, and post-process GPS data from a wide range of sources.
Minimum Requirements:
- A BS or BA degree or higher in Environmental Science, GIS/Geography, Biology, Natural Resources, Marine Science, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
- 1 to 3 years of experience working with ESRI’s ArcGIS ArcPro software.
- Proficiency with ESRI’s ArcGIS Online field data collection applications such as Field Maps, Survey123.
- Proficiency with MS Office Suite, cartographic map creation, ESRI ArcGIS Software.
- Experience creating cartographic maps.
- Experience creating and editing GIS data.
- Strong oral and written communication/interpersonal skills.
- A Pre-employment drug screen in compliance with state regulations is required.
- Must possess a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record without restrictions.
Desired but not Required Qualifications:
- Working knowledge of Python, ArcGIS Model Builder, ArcGIS Spatial Analyst, 3D Analyst extensions.
- Working knowledge of ArcGIS Portal and ESRI Applications – Web Appbuilder, StoryMap Builder, Experience Builder.
- Working knowledge of Apple IOS and Android Operating Systems.
- Working knowledge of critical issues as they pertain to renewable energy and transmission projects.
- Experience using Visual Studio or similar.
At Tetra Tech, health and safety play a vital role in our success. Tetra Tech’s employees work together to comply with all applicable health & safety practices and protocols, including health orders and regulations related to COVID-19 that are mandated by local, state, and federal authorities as well as project requirements.
About Tetra Tech:
Tetra Tech combines the resources of a global, multibillion-dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in more than 400 locations around the world. Our reputation rests on the technical expertise and dedication of our employees—21,000 associates working together to provide smart, scalable solutions for challenging projects. We are proud to be home to leading technical experts in water, environment, infrastructure, resource management, energy, and international development.
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Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Diversity, inclusion, and equity are among Tetra Tech’s core values. Throughout our history, the company has prioritized equitable inclusion of all people. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, military or veteran status, gender, age, disabilities, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information and any other characteristics protected by the law. We invite resumes from all interested parties. Please visit our website at www.tetratech.com to see the array of diverse services and exciting projects we are currently working on.
At Tetra Tech, we provide a collaborative environment that supports individual performance, innovation, and creativity. We are proud to offer competitive compensation and benefits. Learn more by visiting http://www.tetratech.com/en/benefits
Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans for available positions.
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