GIS Analyst

ABOUT US

Founded in 1866, The Sanborn Map Company (Sanborn) is one of the oldest continuously operating mapping and geospatial information technology companies in the US. Our work is highly visual, and our mapped data and applications are an essential part of today’s information economy. We serve many industries and government departments and need to communicate effectively with them about our wide range of products and services. We remain at the forefront of the GIS and photogrammetry industry by offering high quality, technologically superior products and services backed by the industry’s most experienced staff. We are looking for a talented individual to fill this role working in a collaborative environment ready to innovate workflow.

LOCATION: Colorado Springs, CO or Charlotte, NC In-Office daily

SUMMARY:

The GIS Analyst I provides technical expertise in geospatial data processing, quality control, analysis, and data management in support of client projects. This role is responsible for developing, validating, and maintaining high-quality spatial and tabular datasets, performing spatial analyses, and ensuring data integrity throughout the project lifecycle. The GIS Analyst works closely with project teams and clients to translate requirements into reliable geospatial data products that support decision-making, reporting, and visualization.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITES:

The candidate will join a team of professional staff focused on delivering high quality data and geospatial analysis to our customers.

Specific tasks will include:

• Working with geospatial tools and technologies including Esri ArcGIS and open source platforms
• Performing geospatial analysis, data collection (georeferencing and digitizing), data automation, QA/QC, and mapping activities
• Performing hydro breakline collection, editing, attribution, and validation workflows.
• Review edge-of-water delineation, stream centerlines, waterbody features, and drainage connectivity.
• Support development and implementation of automated hydrographic extraction workflows.
• Support contour generation, topology correction, schema design, and geodatabase development.
• Creating web-based cartographic maps, reports, and presentations
• Translating customer business requirements into technical solutions and workflows
• Documenting processing workflows, methodologies, and project findings
• Other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Not applicable.

QUALIFICATIONS:

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.

EDUCATION:

• Associates degree in a Geography, GIS, Remote Sensing or related accredited educational program or equivalent work experience. Bachelor’s degree preferred. Experience may be substituted for the education requirement.

EXPERIENCE:

• 0-2+ years of professional experience as a GIS analyst with knowledge of GIS concepts and technical skills related to data development, data analysis, data management, and data visualization
• Proficiency with ESRI’s products including ArcGIS Pro, Portal, ArcGIS Online, and ArcGIS Server
• Proficiency with open source technologies: QGIS, PostGIS
• Demonstrated ability to develop geospatial processes to support data development, spatial analysis, and data integration.
• Ability to communicate in an effective and timely manner with customers, project leads, and team members
• Ability to define technical workflows and processing methodologies
• Professionalism, strong written and verbal communication skills, organizational skills, attention to detail, and a team player attitude
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team, and be accountable and responsible for the tasks assigned to you
• Demonstrated enthusiasm and energy to succeed
• Self-motivated to pursue continuous learning opportunities

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience working on GIS Transportation projects (Right-of-Way, safety analysis, roadway characteristic collection, etc.)
• Experience working with Esri Roads and Highways and Linear Referencing Systems and data models.
• Experience with hydro-flattening and hydro-enforcement production processes.
• Experience ensuring breakline monotonicity and downstream flow requirements are met.
• Proficiency with USGS 3DEP, 3DHP, FEMA, State DOT, and customer specifications.
• Experience working in versioned database environments i.e., Enterprise Geodatabases (SDE)
• Proficiency with FME to build geospatial workflows and perform geospatial analysis
• Proficiency with scripting languages e.g. Python, R
• Proficiency with CADD tools such as AutoDesk and MicroStation
• GISP Certified

Salary Range: 55K - 65K annual

Applicant must live in the U.S. and be authorized to work in the U.S.

Sanborn offers a comprehensive health and wellness program which includes medical, dental, vision, 401k, holiday, PTO, EAP, disability and life insurance benefits.

TO APPLY: Visit our website: under the Careers menu option to apply. We are accepting applications for this position until August 15, 2026. Sanborn is an AA/Veteran/Disability Equal Opportunity Employer.