Gis Analyst (Maple Grove, Mn)

GIS Analyst (Maple Grove, MN)

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GIS Analyst Location: Maple Grove, MN Within our growing HEI geo sector ( Houston Engineering Inc. - GIS | Water & Environmental (https://www.houstoneng.com/what-we-do/Technology/GIS/) ), we specialize in development of web, mobile and GIS applications for a variety of clients around the U.S. Our work is conducted from multiple offices throughout the Midwest, but our reach goes well beyond the Midwest. Our unique perspectives on integrating GIS and web technology with engineering and science has made us a leader in the development of water resources applications.Currently we have an immediate opening for aGISAnalystin our Maple Grove, MN office. Essential Functions

• Performs entry level professional GIS duties such as collect, manage, create, and edit spatial data for incorporation into analyses, graphics, maps, and projects.

• Participates in all aspects of GIS analysis, including design, analysis, scripts, testing, documentation, training and user support.

• Performs mapping and data analysis tasks including producing graphic and tabular data.

• Collects, creates, edits, operates, maintains, analyzes, distributes, and plots simple and complex GIS/GPS data.

• Prepares technical reports and proposals and provides technical support to project managers.

• Works with various database, spreadsheet, and text editing programs to enter, edit, and or convert data for use in GIS systems.

• Ensures thorough, accurate and complete capture of information according to project requirements and standards for scope of service.

• Provide GIS analysis in support of watershed planning and water quality study projects.

  Likely Projects

• Create maps, data and perform analysis for a variety of water resources studies and modeling projects.

• Hydro conditioning elevation data and watershed delineation to support drainage, flood control watershed planning projects.

• Compile geodatabases, perform floodplain mapping and compile maps for FEMA flood insurance studies and maps.

  Education, Experience and Skills

• Minimum 2-year degree in GIS from an accredited technical college or program

• 2 or more years of experience in the GIS field using ArcGIS desktop software

• Experience with raster GIS or ESRIs spatial analysis extension

• Knowledge of python scripting or model builder for ArcGIS Desktop

• Experience with ArcGIS Online, and enterprise spatial databases

• Must have the ability to work both independently and collaboratively, as well as take initiative to resolve issues.

• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, on technical mapping and GIS issues

• Strongly desire previous experience working with or for Watershed districts, Soil Water Conservation District (SWCD) or County water resource departments

• Strongly desired project experience with water resources, natural resources, agricultural conservation, or environmental related projects

  Benefits of Joining HEI As part of our talented staff, you will enjoy competitive pay, significant annual bonuses, paid health, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long-term disability, PTO, paid holidays, parental leave, generous 401(k) match, access to HSA & FSAs, flexible schedules, annual HEI logo wear, plus more. Additionally, view our careers page to read about HEI being selected as one of the ENR top 500 design firms and as one of the PB 50 best places to work for several years in a row! To apply, go to : http://www.houstoneng.com/careers (http://www.houstoneng.com/careers/OpenPositions/) EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability

Department: GIS

This is a full time position

Experience: 2+ Years