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Title : GIS AnalystLocation : 10 Peachtree Place in Atlanta, GADuration : 1 year ContractJob Description : The GIS Analyst will develop an understanding of current data state, workflows and processes and develop solutions for integrations, transformations and deliverables.Duties will include using Safe Software’s FME to upgrade existing workspaces from the APDM to the UPDM pipeline model and creating new FME workspaces to streamline workflows and create a more efficient workplace.This role requires demonstrated ability to solve complex problems and recommend regarding the best track for data development and processing.Project work will involve process improvement, quality control, data creation from spatial and tabular sources, conversion, migration and maintenance.JOB REQUIREMENTS : (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills)Education and Experience : Required : Minimum 2 years experience with Esri’s ArcGIS Pro and advanced proficiency with Safe Software’s FMEPreferred : Bachelor’s degree in geography (GIS), engineering, computer science, or related fieldRelated Work Experience : Required : Expert ability in utilizing Safe Software’s FME to create and modify workspaces to solve complex problemsVery good proficiency with Esri’s ArcGIS ProIntermediate knowledge of linear referencingIntermediate knowledge of geometric networksExperience with UPDMPreferred : Experience with Natural Gas UtilityExperience using Esri PortalSpecific Skills & Knowledge : Required : Safe Software FME – advanced proficiencyEsri ArcGIS Pro – very good proficiencyMS Office suite – good proficiencyEsri ArcGIS Enterprise – intermediate proficiencyLinear Network – intermediate proficiencyUPDM – basic proficiencyGeometric Network – intermediate proficiencySharePoint – basic proficiencyExcellent verbal and written communication skillsExcellent geoprocessing and spatial analysis skillsStrong requirements review, analytical, and problem solving skillsAbility to quickly learn and apply new technologiesAbility to function independently and as a team memberAbility to handle multiple assignments and changing prioritiesAbility to work effectively with limited direct supervisionPreferred : Current GIS industry trends (remote sensing, GPS technology, etc.) – intermediate understandingGIS Analyst with FME / Safe Software Knowledge / ExperienceMAJOR JOB RESPONSIBILITIES : Technical project tasks, including database design, advanced GIS analysis and modelingPerforms data mining activities to meet customer requirements / specificationsProvides specialized queries, maps and reports to meet customer requirements / specificationsPerforms application testing and documentation of defectsInterfaces with Information Services (IS) GIS Support group; represents users' issuesInterfaces with users; documents requested / needed changesPerforms weekly analysis on mission critical GIS data to audit and sustain data integrityDevelop methods and perform quality assurance / quality control on GIS and non-spatial data to meet quality goalsServes as Subject Matter Expert on GIS projects and solution definition workshopsIdentifies training requirements; creates and maintains training and procedural documentationIdentifies new GIS technologies / processes / applications to improve inter- / intra- departmental functionsUses and creates automated processes using FME, scripting or other toolsProcesses, prepares and converts data to enter into GIS from a variety of data formatsAnalyzes current business processes and recommends best practice solutions
