The Assistant Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Specialist will support the development, updating, analysis, and management of GIS data across a range of professional services. This role involves contributing to GIS analysis, data development, maintenance, and preparation for GIS systems. Regular communication with customers is essential, as customer service is a primary aspect of this position. The Assistant GIS Specialist will collaborate closely with functional teams to deliver GIS data and services to clients, emphasizing teamwork, customer satisfaction, urgency, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities include:

• Supporting GIS analysis, data development, collection, and mapping for client projects, aiding both internal and external project teams.
• Assisting in GIS metadata creation, digital feature extraction, land survey record searches, and ownership data research from diverse sources.
• Participating in projections and transformations for geospatial project deliverables.
• Contributing to the creation and updating of new and existing GIS maps and map layers.
• Assisting with GPS data collection, editing, and post-processing for high-accuracy data specifications using ArcGIS in field surveys.
• Supporting georeferencing of raster and vector data.
• Providing ad hoc analysis and recommendations to meet or exceed business goals, quality standards, billability, and utilization.
• Conducting quality assurance and quality control checks on deliverables to meet client and project requirements.
• Assisting in identifying GIS system needs and requirements to implement improved work methods.
• Demonstrating methodical and analytical approaches in a quantitative problem-solving environment, showcasing critical thinking skills.
• Utilizing various software packages and information from diverse sources (such as MS Access databases, MS Excel spreadsheets, and documents like deeds and field notes) to create GIS maps supporting field personnel and deliverables.