Geographer / GIS Analyst
AZAD Technology Partners
Vancouver, WA
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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$50–$55 Per Hour
LOCATION
Vancouver, WA
POSTED
19 days ago
Join AZAD as a Geographer and play a pivotal role within the Transmission Planning & Reliability department, leveraging their expertise to enhance the maintenance, operation, and development of the facility's asset inventory and equipment ratings. The Geographer will be responsible for providing advanced professional GIS services, encompassing data capture, storage, and analytical techniques within the ESRI software platform, particularly focusing on the Utility Network. This will involve generating visual displays, performing complex spatial analyses, system script maintenance/development, and producing detailed reports across a diverse range of geographical assets.
This is a 2 year plus consultant position with high probability of long term and ongoing continued employment. This position is hybrid based in Vancouver, WA with onsite 2 days per week.
The hourly pay rate range for this position is $50.00 to $55.00 depending on related qualifications and experience, as well as composition of selected compensation package.
The ideal candidate must possess the minimum qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in geography, cartography, natural resources, landscape architecture, environmental, urban or regional planning, with a strong emphasis in computer assisted spatial analysis is preferred.
6 years of experience required with an applicable Bachelor's degree.
10 years of experience required without a degree or applicable Bachelor's degree.
Experience should include providing professional GIS services utilizing computerized data capture, storage, and query and analysis techniques for visual displays, web applications, spatial analysis, and reporting on a wide variety of projects.
Knowledge of and skill in:
PC operating systems, ESRI ArcGIS software.
Working knowledge of Python or similar scripting language.
Ability to develop, maintain, and modify geo-processing models and/or scripts, design and maintain geographic and relational databases, and design and implement complex spatial analysis.
Ability to lead or train technicians or related staff in the conduct of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) analytical procedures.
Ability to lead in the research and development of automated geospatial analytical approaches that best provide problem solving solutions.
Preferred:
Knowledge of and skill in:
Basic knowledge of image processing, remote sensing, and LiDAR data mediums.
Intermediate experience with Utility Network.
Experience using Python for data reporting and analytics
GISP (Geographic Information Systems Professional) certification.
AZAD is looking for bright, talented, flexible, and customer centric problem solvers who enjoy the challenges associated with solving the most complex problems by utilizing the most sophisticated technologies and strong people skills.
Founded and managed by technologists and engineers, AZAD is a leading provider of Consulting Services to Fortune 500 and innovative firms since 1992.
AZAD's model provides a unique employment experience that is career path focused, relationship based and dedicated to advocacy and retention with an average tenure of 9 years.
Our collaborative approach to support our clients, projects and supporting our employees' career paths are the keys to our success. Join AZAD's professional team and enhance your career by being engaged with some of the most interesting projects in the Pacific Northwest.
If you enjoy working in such an environment, we encourage you to apply.
EXCELLENT EMPLOYEE BENEFITS including Co-paid Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance, Cafeteria Plan, Paid Sick Leave, 401K Plan, Credit Union Membership, and Referral Bonus.
U.S. Citizens only for Federal Clearance Requirement.
AZAD values diversity - in backgrounds and in experiences.
Since our inception, we have witnessed how our diverse workforce has thrived while contributing to the increases in innovation and advancements in the client organizations we serve.
AZAD is committed to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion and is striving to build an even more diverse, inclusive team that reflects the people and communities where we live and work.
AZAD, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer that considers and employs qualified individuals based upon job related qualifications regardless of race, color, sex, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, veteran's status, sexual orientation, national origin, age or any other status protected under applicable local, state or federal law. AZAD takes affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified employees and applicants who are disabled, disabled veterans, recently separated veterans, Armed Forces services medal veterans, and other protected veterans.
AZAD, Inc. is a Certified Minority Owned Business and OFCCP compliant.
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