Gis Analyst

Summary

Join RapidDeploy as a GIS Analyst and support multiple teams by maintaining GIS datasets and publishing ESRI services for internal and external use. You will engage with customers to define data requirements, collect data, and assist in product implementation. Collaborate with various teams to manage GIS datasets and implement GIS functionality. Identify process improvements, create custom GIS scripts and tools, and ensure data integrity. Apply GIS principles to public safety, supporting emergency operations and informed decision-making. A Bachelor's degree and 3+ years of relevant experience are required.

Requirements

• Possess a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in GIS, Geography, Science, Engineering, or a related discipline
• Have a minimum of 3 years of experience in strong quantitative and analytical skills to interpret and analyze spatial data
• Have a minimum of 3 years of experience in managing GIS projects, including planning, execution, and monitoring
• Have a minimum of 3 years of experience in knowledge of dataset version control best practices
• Have a minimum of 3 years of experience in designing and creating maps using GIS software, ensuring they are visually appealing and informative
• Have a minimum of 3 years of experience in maintaining GIS datasets using ArcPro and using geographic tools to process GIS data
• Have a minimum of 3 years of experience in database administration and SQL for managing and querying spatial databases
• Have a minimum of 3 years of experience in publishing ESRI services to ArcGIS Enterprise and ArcGIS Online
• Have a minimum of 3 years of experience in working with stakeholder groups, including external customers, to define GIS-related needs and implementation approaches
• Have a minimum of 3 years of experience in excellent written and verbal communication skills to prepare reports, present findings, and collaborate with team members
• Have a minimum of 3 years of experience in being a self-motivated, energetic, proactive team player with innovative ideas, diplomacy, and tact
• Have a minimum of 3 years of experience in possessing poise under pressure, thriving in a multi-tasking environment, and being able to adjust priorities on-the-fly
• Have a minimum of 3 years of experience in willingness to take on new tasks and responsibilities as needed
• Ability to travel up to 5%, as needed

Responsibilities

• Ensure customer data is reliable, accurate, and standardized by using ArcPro to maintain authoritative customer data so that it can be used confidently across the organization for various applications, from strategic planning to operational decision-making, reducing errors and inconsistencies
• Process customer source data using geoprocessing tools to produce high-quality, accurate, and integrated datasets that can be used for various applications, such as mapping, analysis, and decision-making, through automation of repetitive tasks, integration of various datasets, spatial analysis, and customization as needed for workflows unique to the needs of customers
• Analyze and work with GIS datasets, adhering to topology rules, so that data can be used for various applications, ensuring that the datasets are high quality, accurate, and reliable and can support effective spatial analysis and effective decision-making
• Manage the entire GIS dataset lifecycle, ensuring its accuracy, reliability, and usability, including defining requirements, setting objectives, sourcing and integrating data, processing (cleaning, transforming, and preparing data for analysis), quality assurance, and ongoing maintenance, with the goal of maintaining the dataset's value and usability throughout its lifespan, supporting operational efficiency, effective decision-making, and meeting stakeholder needs
• Follow established version control best practices, and implement additional capabilities as needed, to ensure data integrity, reproducibility, and collaboration by maintaining detailed change logs and metadata, managing shared repositories, and resolving conflicts, thereby supporting efficient workflows, compliance, and enhancing teamwork and accountability through a transparent trail of dataset changes
• Identify and implement process improvements by analyzing current workflows to pinpoint inefficiencies, using GIS tools to optimize operations, and collaborating with stakeholders to develop and implement strategies that streamline maintenance practices, resulting in increased efficiency, cost-savings, enhanced data quality, and better decision-making
• Publish ESRI services (geocode, feature, map, image, etc.) to ArcGIS Enterprise and ArcGIS Online by preparing the data through validation and formatting, using ArcGIS Pro to connect, share, and configure content, and monitoring performance to ensure data remains current and functional, resulting in reliable, accessible, and well-maintained GIS services that enhance data accessibility, support real-time analysis, and improve decision-making
• Engage customers to determine data requirements, propose solutions, and assist with the implementation of RapidDeploy products by understanding customer needs, proposing customized solutions, and ensuring successful implementation, resulting in high-quality, tailored GIS solutions that improve operational efficiency, support effective decision-making, and enhance customer satisfaction
• Creation of custom GIS scripts, tools, and applications using tools such as Arcpy, Arcade, and Model Builder to automate repetitive tasks, enhance functionality, improve data processing, and provide scalable solutions, resulting in efficient, reliable, and tailored GIS solutions that meet specific data processing needs, improve operational efficiency, and support better decision-making
• Troubleshoot customers’ GIS data layers, geocoding services, and webmaps by identifying and resolving issues, validating and updating data, performing maintenance, and providing user support to ensure high-quality data, precise geocoding, and an enhanced user experience