What are the responsibilities and job description for the Junior GIS Developer position at Software People, Inc.?
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Phone / Skype Hire. Onsite from day 1 / Hybrid
Location : Richmond, VA
Duration : 12 months
Seeks a junior Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Specialist / Technician to assist the TMPD Planning Data Solutions team in maintaining in-house planning web tool and providing GIS support to transportation planning staff.
The Transportation & Mobility Planning Division (TMPD) manages and administers the Pathways for Planning System (P4P). P4P is a GIS planning tool for maintaining data and information concerning planning activities including the Federal Functional Classification, National Highway System, Census urban area, future needs assessments, and other planning-associated layers. The system features data that includes : roadway inventory, traffic projections, and capacity analysis.
Responsibilities
Collect, manage, and analyze geospatial data from various sources.
Assist in the creation of detailed maps, charts, and reports using GIS software.
Perform geospatial data cleaning, manipulation, and quality control to ensure data accuracy.
Support the integration of spatial data with other datasets to provide insights for projects.
Evaluate data, tools, and web platforms for quality assurance and to identify errors and improvements
Maintain and update GIS databases and documentation.
Collaborate with other departments to provide GIS-related technical support and training as needed.
Research and stay updated on GIS tools, technologies, and best practices.
Collaborate with product managers, designers, and other developers to define and execute solutions for geospatial data visualization and analysis
Skills : Skills Needed
Proficiency in GIS software such as ArcGIS Pro and in ArcGIS Online data management, map creation, and app building. Required 1 Years
Familiarity with database management tools and formats (e.g., Oracle databases and / or PostgreSQL / PostGIS.) Required 1 Years
Basic knowledge in automating geospatial processes using python, model builder, or other techniques. Required 1 Years
Understanding of programming basics. Required 1 Years
Familiarity with Python and SQL, especially in a GIS environment. Highly desired 1 Years
Web mapping experience, especially in an AWS environment and using Mapbox. Desired 1 Years
Familiarity with other programming languages, especially R, HTML, JSON. Desired 1 Years
Question 1 Is candidate willing and able to work 3 days / wk onsite in Richmond, VA? This is REQUIRED, NO exceptions
