GIS Analyst

GIS Analyst

Tetra Tech is adding GIS Analysts to our Federal Master Planning team based in Colorado Springs.

At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve the world's most complex challenges. Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For over 50 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development. Our work has improved more than 625 million lives around the world.

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The GIS Analyst will be responsible for assisting in the design, development, implementation, and maintenance of GIS data. The successful candidate will serve on our Federal Master Planning Team, providing support and planning expertise for DoD and other Federal planning and asset management projects. Candidates must be knowledgeable with Environmental Systems Research Institute (ESRI's) software products. Duties include performing complex data analysis and creating various maps, visualizations, and analyses for incorporation into reports and/or presentations. Successful candidates will be familiar with common planning principles, such as form-based codes, traditional land use and zoning, and sustainable and resilient planning strategies.

Our Federal Planning team's core principles guide our daily decisions and the way we interact with our colleagues and clients. The successful candidate will commit to our core principles of: curiosity and exploration, transparency and trust, and passion for planning.

Key Responsibilities include supporting the Federal Master Planning Team and leadership on complex planning studies, spatial data display, research and preparation of plans on resiliency, sustainability, compatible land use, physical, social & economic issues, and providing GIS technical support to all planning team members. Other duties may be assigned.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Candidates need to be effective verbal and nonverbal communicators. Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, etc.) as well as experience with ArcGIS is required. Experience with Adobe Creative Suite, specifically InDesign, preferred. Desire to acquire AICP and/or GISP Certification (when professional experience minimums have been satisfied) preferred, but not required. All candidates are required to have the ability to pass a security/background check and security clearance investigation.

This position requires the candidate to be a U.S. Citizen due to the projects they will be working on. Background Check: If this position requires a CAC card, CUI Enclave Access and/or a Security Clearance, a background check will be completed.

The physical demands described here are representative of those required of an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While primarily performed in an office environment, travel and on-site work may be required, which could involve lifting 50 pounds of documents or equipment, traversing uneven terrain during site visits, and standing for long periods at team meetings.

This work is principally performed in an office environment; however, there are occasional requirements to visit office sites, which may involve working in an office or outdoors. Travel to conferences and client sites is expected to be less than 25% of the time.

Fluent in English with excellent verbal and written communication skills, including technical writing and editing. Proven ability to produce high-quality reports and presentations for senior leadership. Strong skills in preparing and presenting reports and project documentation. Excellent oral and written communication skills for preparing and presenting information. Ability to build or assist in stakeholder consensus and participate workshop/charrette activities.

Preferential consideration to candidates who are fluent in Adobe Creative Suite and/or have the ability to develop illustrative plans using a range of software or hand skills. Individual must have ample organizational skills, ability to manage time-critical situations to fulfill deadline requirements, and strong ability to work in team situations. Strong communication skills are essential.

The perks of working at Tetra Tech include: comprehensive and market-competitive benefits, merit-based financial rewards, flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance, collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees, and learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth.

The salary range for this position is $71,871- $98,822. Please note that Tetra Tech considers various factors in determining pay, including, but not limited to geographic location, qualifications, licensures, certifications, experience, and other skills relevant to the needs of the business. Additional information on our benefits package can be found at Life at Tetra Tech - Tetra Tech.

Tetra Tech is the leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. With 30,000 employees working together, Tetra Tech provides clear solutions to complex problems by Leading with Science® to address the entire water cycle, protect and restore the environment, design sustainable and resilient infrastructure, and support the clean energy transition. Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, marital or familial status, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans.