Senior GIS Analyst

Join our Growing Team and see why Summit Utilities, Inc was named as one of the Fastest Growing Denver Area Private Companies 2019 and 2020; Best Places to Work in Maine 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023; and Best Places to Work in Arkansas 2020 and 2023, Oklahoma 2022 and 2023 and Missouri 2023. Summit was also recently named one of Forbes 2023 America’s Best Small Employers.

Summit is a growing natural gas utility company providing safe, reliable and clean burning natural gas service to homes and businesses in Arkansas, Colorado, Maine, Missouri and Oklahoma. Being part of the Summit team means embracing excellence, diversity and innovation, committing to safety each and every day, and doing all that we can to serve each other, our customers and the communities where we live. We aim to bring warmth and energy to everything we do.

We have an exciting opportunity available for a Senior GIS Analyst. This position offers flexibility to work in a hybrid capacity from Fort Smith, Little Rock or Fayetteville, Arkansas.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Senior GIS Analyst is responsible for the strategic direction, design, implementation, and support of all GIS systems at Summit Utilities. This role acts as the GIS Product Owner, ensuring a continuous alignment of GIS capabilities with evolving business needs. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast paced, collaborative environment and brings a customer service oriented mindset to support dynamic, high performing teams.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design, implement, and support all aspects of Summit’s GIS platform, including web maps, mobile access for field personnel, web services, and core GIS infrastructure.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (operations, planning, engineering) to align GIS solutions with business objectives.
• Translate business needs into clear GIS requirements and scalable solutions.
• Develop and implement customized geospatial processes and tools.
• Prepare reports, visualizations, and presentations to communicate GIS insights to internal and external stakeholders.
• Mentor GIS users and lead training sessions to enhance the organization's GIS capabilities.
• Enforce GIS standards and advocate for operational enhancements that improve performance and productivity.
• Research and recommend GIS related hardware and software solutions; assist in budget planning and management.
• Serve as the technical expert for all GIS tools, systems, and processes; remain current on GIS trends and technologies.
• Ensure the GIS environment supports drafting employees in performing their core job responsibilities.

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in GIS or a related field preferred; equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience managing enterprise GIS systems.
• Hands on experience with spatial databases (e.g., SQL, PostGIS) and scripting languages (e.g., Python, Arcade, ModelBuilder).
• Demonstrated success in leading and delivering complex GIS projects.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES

• Advanced knowledge of leading enterprise GIS platforms (e.g., Esri ArcGIS).
• Experience with basic project management and client facing communication (client relations).
• Proficiency in spatial analysis, geoprocessing, and visualization techniques.
• Excellent analytical and problem solving abilities.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a proactive and service driven approach.
• Influential communicator capable of building trust and fostering strong partnerships with stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a high demand environment.
• Embraces challenges and failure as opportunities for growth and innovation.
• Meticulous attention to detail in documentation, contracts, and pricing negotiations.
• Strategic thinker capable of short- and long-term planning with a high degree of accountability.

Summit offers competitive pay and medical/dental/vision and other benefits that provide flexibility, choice and support to our employees when they need it most. We understand that home and family are essential pieces of your life, and our benefits are designed to support you both at work and at home. 

Summit Utilities, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability.