Geographic Information Systems Analyst

Taylor Engineering, Inc. seeks to hire an entry level and/or mid-level Geospatial Scientist/Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Analyst to in any of our Florida locations (Jacksonville, Tampa, or Destin), or our Pennsylvania location (Philadelphia). Please note that this is an on-site position in any of our locations noted above.

The Geospatial Scientist/GIS Analyst will work with our Federal Programs supporting FEMA MT-2 Program - Letter of Map Revisions (LOMRs). This is a nation-wide project and will accomplish the mission through spatial data development and analysis, map production, watershed management programs, and quality reviews.

Job responsibilities will include managing mapping tasks related to floodplain mapping and management, as well as interpreting hydrology and hydraulics (H&H) analyses for FEMA Letter of Map Revisions (LOMRs). This will involve identifying discrepancies, ensuring alignment with FEMA standards, and working under the guidance and supervision of experienced senior staff.

Requirements

A qualified candidate will possess the following.

• Bachelor’s degree in Geographic Information Systems, Geospatial Information Sciences, Geography, Geomatics or another related field.
• Entry Level: 0-3 years of experience in the GIS field.
• Mid-Level: 3-6 years of experience in the GIS field.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Knowledge of ArcGIS/ArcGIS Pro and associated extensions including 3D Analyst and Spatial Analyst.
• An understanding of spatial analysis, data management in a relational database, map preparation, and topographic data development.
• Enthusiastic, positive “can-do” attitude.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment and multitask effectively.
• Effective analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Travel and field work may be required.
• Ability to understand and interpret technical information and diagrams.

Preferred

• Experience with FEMA LOMR - Letter of Map Revision.
• Experience with FEMA Flood Insurance Studies, DFIRM production, and Compliance.
• Experience with floodplain and flood risk mapping.
• Experience with Coastal and Riverine Resiliency, Sea Level Rise, and Vulnerability Studies.

Physical Job Requirements:

• Lifting up to (25) pounds unassisted.
• Sitting for extended periods of time.
• Possess acceptable vision (with or without corrective lenses) to be able to see and navigate a computer screen.
• Ability to occasionally go out into the field and construction sites.

Who are we?

Here at Taylor Engineering, we are a team. We succeed together. We are a group of professionals in a business casual, team member-focused environment. We support career growth and personal development. We work hard, and we play hard—doing both while always upholding our Vision and Values. We are servant leaders, seeking to help our clients and the community at large. Still not convinced? The Jacksonville Business Journal recently named us a 2024 Best Places to Work.

Benefits

You are not a number at Taylor and our benefit plans show we take care of our people. From flextime to playtime and from the boardroom to the classroom, you’ll find a slew of policies and programs designed to benefit you. We offer medical and dental at no cost to the employee, vision, group life, medical leave, short- and long-term disability, accrued paid leave, 401k, as well as…

• Bonus program
• Generous PTO
• Licensure, training, continuing education, and tuition reimbursement
• Participation in the Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)
• Flextime scheduling and work from home options
• Seven paid holidays and two floating holidays
• Wellness incentives and monthly fitness reimbursement
• Health savings account and flexible spending account options
• Life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability
• Relocation reimbursement package (if necessary)

Location

Florida

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Taylor Engineering, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.