NV5 Geospatial (NV5G) is actively recruiting a GIS Analys tto work in a remotely distributed team. The successful candidate will have demonstrated experience applying geospatial technologies and analytic methodologies to natural resource problems. The analyst must have exceptional communication, analytical and problem-solving skills, and be able to work well in a remote team environment.

Work Environment:

This position is a fully remote position within an engaged, virtual Division at NV5 Geospatial
• Travel < 10% of the 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.

• Collects, processes, and analyzes spatial data
• Develops cartographic map products, reports, and data inventories
• Develops metadata in FGDC and ISO formats
• Populates enterprise GIS databases with spatial and non-spatial data
• Interacts with external clients in technical solution development and providing technical assistance
• Writes technical documents
• Uses technology (such as Model Builder or Python) to automate workflows
• Prepares models, diagrams and technical documentation for GIS applications, GIS databases, metadata and operating procedures
• Reviews and extracts spatial information from scientific study reports
• Creates spatial representations from information extracted from scientific study reports
• Interviews scientists to gather information from scientific studies
• Prepares training material for end users including graphics and step-by-step instructions for maintaining GIS solutions
• Assists in the development of user acceptance criteria and user acceptance tests for mapping applications
• Follows quality control procedures to ensure a high degree of data consistency, integrity, and accuracy

Competencies:

• Strong communication skills & professionalism
• Applies direction from colleagues and management
• Maintains composure and flexibility while switching between tasks
• Can maintain productivity while performing repetitive tasks

• Aptitude for learning multiple geospatial software programs and technical disciplines
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to learn from mistakes and take constructive criticism
• Ability to work well within a team environment
• Expresses quality or staffing concerns to the leadership team
• Shows an interest in natural science and GIS
• Able to travel locally or nationally for occasional team meetings/conferences (<10% travel)

Minimum Qualifications:

• 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
• Three years of experience using Esri ArcGIS software to manage and analyze data
• Experience in technical writing
• QA/QC experience
• U.S. Citizenship required to comply with government contracts

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelors or Master's Degree in Marine or Environmental Sciences
• Professional certification in Geographic Information Systems
• 3 years or more applying GIS to natural resource management
• Basic familiarity with python scripting
• Experience building applications in ArcGIS Online
• Familiarity with relational database management systems and enterprise environments
• Familiarity with software development lifecycle and Agile methodologies
• Familiarity with web-based mapping applications

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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