GIS Specialist

Job Summary

The GIS Specialist provides professional Geographic Information Systems (GIS) support through the development, maintenance, and analysis of geospatial data, maps, databases, and cartographic products. The GIS Specialist assists with enterprise geodatabase management, GIS data processing, quality assurance, and ArcGIS Online administration while supporting a variety of engineering, environmental, natural resource, and infrastructure projects


Supervisory Responsibilities : No


Job Classification: Permanent; Full-Time


Duty Station : California, Remote/Virtual


Travel: Travel up to 10%


Compensation:
This pay band reflects Chloeta's good faith estimate of the range it expects to offer; Chloeta reserves the right to alter this range if business circumstances change.

• $40-$50 per hour

• Non-Exempt

Duties/Responsibilities

• Develop, edit, maintain, and update GIS maps, spatial databases, and geospatial datasets.

• Create cartographic products, graphics, and tabular reports to support engineering, environmental, and resource management projects.

• Assist in the design, development, and maintenance of enterprise geodatabases.

• Support GIS data automation through geoprocessing tools, scripts, and workflow development.

• Assist with developing and maintaining GIS processing models and automation procedures using Esri software.

• Review GIS products and datasets to ensure accuracy, completeness, consistency, and compliance with project standards.

• Perform quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) on spatial data, maps, and database updates.

• Maintain and update geodatabases, feature classes, metadata, and related documentation.

• Assist with the administration and maintenance of ArcGIS Online content, web maps, hosted feature layers, and user resources.

• Produce maps, exhibits, graphics, and presentation materials for technical reports and project deliverables.

• Process, edit, convert, and integrate spatial data from multiple sources.

• Maintain GIS logs, project records, documentation, and digital file organization.

• Provide GIS technical support and assistance to project staff and end users.

• Assist with data collection, spatial analysis, and geospatial reporting activities.

• Coordinate with interdisciplinary teams to support project planning, implementation, and data management.

• This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Working knowledge of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) principles and practices.

• Experience with cartographic design, map production, and spatial data management.

• Knowledge of ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online.

• Familiarity with geodatabase design, maintenance, and editing.

• Understanding of GIS quality assurance and quality control procedures.

• Experience processing, validating, and maintaining geospatial datasets.

• Basic knowledge of Python scripting and GIS automation concepts.

• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to manage multiple assignments while meeting deadlines.

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.

• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams

Education and Experience

• Required: Bachelor's degree in Geography, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Natural Resources Management, Earth Sciences, Engineering, Computer Science, or a closely related field

• Required: Minimum of three (3) years of professional GIS production experience using Esri software OR Successful completion of any combination of 3 the following ESRI training courses within the past two years. This may be substituted for some of the experience and/or time requirements:
  • ArcGIS Pro.
  • Introduction of Geoprocessing Scripts Using Python.
  • Basics of Python.
  • Managing Lidar Data Using Mosaic Datasets.
  • Map Design Fundamentals.
  • Creating Prediction Surfaces in ArcGIS.
  • Building Geoprocessing Models Using ArcGIS Pro.
  • Creating and Sharing GIS Content Using ArcGIS Online
  • User Workflows for ArcGIS Online Organizations.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer

• This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, etc.
• Must have valid driver's license and REAL ID

Benefits

Eligible employees receive the following benefits:

• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

• Health Savings Account (HSA)

• MDLIVE

• Benefit Hub

• Paid Annual Leave/PTO

• Paid Sick Leave

• Paid Holidays

• 401(k)

• Basic Life

• Voluntary Life Insurance

• Accident Insurance

• Short Term Disability

• Long Term Disability

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Pre-employment Requirements


Due to the nature of Chloeta's services, this position is contingent upon completing with a satisfactory outcome some or all of the following pre-employment background screenings: government security clearance, federal and state criminal background checks, drug test (urinalysis), Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) review, educational history, employment history, and/or credit check. In accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA), pre-employment background screenings will require the employee's written authorization and will occur after acceptance of an offer of employment and prior to commencing work. Additionally, employees are required to complete the federal I-9/E-Verify process.


Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy

Employees may be subject to undergoing additional drug screens and/or alcohol testing at any time during the period of employment, including without prior notice.


EEO Statement

Chloeta provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.


About Chloeta

Chloeta is a Native American owned enterprise providing a diverse range of engineering, scientific, and technical solutions to support military, energy, homeland security, emergency preparedness, and critical infrastructure requirements.