Job Description

JOB TITLE : GIS Technician

ESTIMATED PAY RANGE :

$45,000 - $50,000, commensurate with experience.

Company 401K, health insurance, HSA, and paid time off offered.

Performance-based bonuses are awarded biannually, at the end of each half of the calendar year.

LOCATION :

Remote position with up to 10% travel.

JOB DESCRIPTION :

The company provides professional consulting services and software solutions for urban forest management, green infrastructure planning, natural resource analysis, and related areas. We are seeking to fill a full-time, entry-level GIS Technician to join our team.

This GIS Technician should be knowledgeable, genuine, disciplined, ethical, and passionate about nature, planning, technology, and making a positive impact in communities. You will amplify our vision, “Mapping the World’s Urban Forests for a Greener Future,” which drives us every day to provide high-quality, mission-driven results. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, proactive, flexible, focused, work well under deadlines and pressure, and be well-written with excellent communication skills.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION :

• Collect, process, edit, and organize GIS and environmental data from various sources using ArcGIS Pro.
  

• Conduct raster geoprocessing, image interpretation, and quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) for urban land use and land cover classification data.
  

• Execute and validate Python scripts to ensure accuracy and consistency in GIS data analysis.
  

• Utilize standard vector and raster geoprocessing tools, including union, join, clip, conversion, projection, and zonal statistics.
  

• Adhere to metadata standards and best practices for data management and documentation.
  

• Apply forestry and natural resource concepts to support technical reports, including narratives, tables, maps, graphics, and background research.
  

• Work independently and manage tasks autonomously while ensuring accuracy, consistency, and timely project completion.
  

Requirements

BENEFICIAL KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS :

• BS/BA degree in geography, computer or environmental science, forestry, or planning.
  

• Interest in forestry, urban ecology, ecosystems, water/natural resources, or land use planning.
  

• Knowledge of cartographic and other visual design technologies.
  

• Problem-solving skills with good attention to detail and the ability to think through and execute spatial analyses from beginning to end.
  

EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK :

This is a full-time salaried position. The typical work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. in the local time zone (Mountain Standard Time preferred), with options for flexible and alternate work schedules upon approval by management.

WORK ENVIRONMENT :

Employees are expected to maintain high levels of productivity and accountability, similar to a traditional office setting. This includes adhering to set work hours, meeting deadlines, and delivering quality work. Effective communication is crucial, necessitating regular check-ins and updates via email, messaging apps, and virtual meetings to ensure seamless collaboration. Professionals must be proactive in managing their time and tasks, utilizing digital tools and technologies to stay organized. Additionally, maintaining a professional demeanor during virtual interactions, respecting colleagues' time zones and schedules, and ensuring a reliable internet connection and a quiet, distraction-free workspace are essential for fostering a productive remote work culture.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER :

The company is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. At present, we are only considering candidates resident in and legally authorized to work in the USA. Read our full policy here. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant here.

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