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GIS Data Analyst -CA – including Glendale

Position Summary

Seeking highly-motivated and results-driven GIS Analyst that can apply necessary skills which result in the creation of high quality GIS maps for internal/external consumption. Individual will work through full GIS map creation life cycle: GIS data acquisition to GIS map creation. This requires the candidate to be responsible for performing in-depth data analysis and data manipulations to achieve desired results. Candidate will also need to demonstrate a customer service oriented aptitude as this skill is necessary in all aspects of the job

Duties

Research and identify GIS data sets, interacting with external entities to acquire needed items

Work with appropriate internal groups to obtain payment for purchase of data when necessary
Document information learned from research and acquisition tasks
Utilize database query skills to analyze GIS data for assessment and completeness
Manipulate and transform data sets to facilitate appropriate setup for maps; Python scripting heavily used
Review output of work performed for quality and accuracy
Cross collaborate with teams to confirm quality and accuracy of resulting maps
Document nuances derived from work performed
Re-acquire new GIS data sets at specified frequencies to ensure the information is up to date
Query and identify changes in GIS data between old and current data sets
Responsible for the escalation and resolution of data issues
Make process and/or system improvement recommendations to ensure workflow efficiencies
Perform other related duties as assigned

Requirements

Previous experience with ESRI Arc GIS (Suite 10.x) is preferable but not required

Proficiency in standard office software, such as MS Access, MS Word, MS Excel, etc.
Working knowledge of relational databases a plus
Database querying and Python programming experience and knowledge (Strong ad-hoc SQL query development skills)
Demonstrated experience with data manipulation and analysis
Ability to analyze data presented in various formats
Attention to detail and desire for data quality
Ability to be creative and innovative in both problem solving and analytical skills
Ability to gather and interpret information to develop, recommend and implement solutions
Ability to thrive in both team and individual environments, while demonstrating abilities of being a self-starter
Excellent time-management skills that facilitate working in a deadline-driven environment
Proficient written and oral communication skills in dealing with employees or external vendors
Ability to demonstrate customer service oriented qualities while working with any internal or external entity