Senior GIS Analyst Job Listing at Tetra Tech in Maitland, FL (Job ID 43163)

Description

The Opportunity:

Tetra Tech is adding a Senior GIS Analyst to our Emergency Management Risk & Resilience team in Remote capacity.    

Why Tetra Tech:

At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve the world's most complex challenges.  Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world.  For over 50 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability.  Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development.  Our work has improved more than 500 million lives around the world.

Your Impact:

Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference.  Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential – join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.

Your Role:

Tetra Tech Inc. is currently seeking a motivated Senior GIS Analyst.  This is a fully remote opportunity.  The Senior Analyst would provide support for a wide array of GIS data analysis, mapping, and related collection, reduction, creation, and manipulation of data for various mitigation, resiliency, and grant application projects. This position will require GIS support for clients including private sector, state, and federal agencies, including, but not limited to the preparation of report figures; geospatial database creation; analysis and reduction of web-based applications, and general project mapping and data support. The analyst will perform various mapping tasks that require a working knowledge and implementation of geographic principles, cartography, geoprocessing and spatial analysis, database management and ESRI ArcGIS software technology. Additional responsibilities will include responsibility for collecting, analyzing, and synthesizing data related to hazard mitigation planning and support of project stakeholder coordination and outreach activities.

The Senior Analyst should be knowledgeable in using and/or producing a wide array of hazard data including but not limited to FEMA flood mapping data and depth grid data, leading and/or facilitating data collection efforts including but not limited to meeting with clients to solicit data resources and creating/distributing surveys, and should exhibit strong skills in creating data processing documentation, report writing, and table development. The Senior Analyst will also be responsible for establishing project budget assessments, managing project deadlines, professional client correspondence, and training junior analysts on GIS tasks that support the mitigation, resiliency, and grant application projects. 

• • Work collaboratively with and under the supervision of a senior coordinator, planner, or project manager.
  • Liaise with professionals on technical aspects of project and program development.
  • Assist in the preparation of various plans including hazard mitigation and community redevelopment plans including research and analysis of socio-economic, demographic, environmental, historical hazard data, etc.
  • Execute production needs for internal and client deliverables.
  • Execute StoryMap development and other interactive online deliverables.
  • Provide administrative support as needed.
  • Conduct activities in line with internal procedures, legislation, and industry standards.
  • Pursue continuous professional development and maintain a high degree of discipline knowledge and awareness.
  • Additional duties as required.

Qualifications:

• • Bachelor's Degree in GIS, Geography, Planning or related field.
  • The selected candidate will have six (6) plus years of relevant experience.
  • The ideal candidate will have demonstrated understanding of GIS tools and concepts, and basic project management concepts including client management and performing to the project scope and timeline under the guidance of the project manager.
  • Working knowledge of ArcGIS Pro, StoryMaps, ArcMap, Survey123 connect, web map creation. – Critical experience necessary for this role.
  • Working knowledge of FEMA Hazus program (flood, wind, and seismic models). This is a plus requirement.
  • Software Proficiency in ESRI ArcGIS Pro (3.0 or above) including a strong cartographic ability in creating quality maps using data from multiple platforms, process large datasets, and manage file geodatabases.
  • Knowledgeable in coordinate systems and projections.
  • Ability to successfully support complex and time sensitive projects, client requests and resolve issues in a timely manner.
  • Must be able to work independently, take direction and pro-actively manage time and resources to maintain project schedules.
  • Must be proficient at collecting and analyzing scientific, environmental, economic, hazard, threat, and consequence data and the ability to efficiently prepare technical documents.
  • Strong work ethic and a commitment to producing high quality deliverables.
  • Have excellent constructive written and verbal communication, client interaction and organizational skills.
  • Flexibility and the ability to adapt to ever-changing situations.
  • Interest and ability to be a strong team player displaying enthusiasm and a true commitment to personal and team growth and development.
  • Brings a solution-oriented mindset to the team.
  • Strong attention to detail.
  • Proficient using MS Office software including Word and Excel.
  • Ability to work on tasks as part of a larger project team.

Life at Tetra Tech:

The perks of working at Tetra Tech include:

• • Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits.
  • Merit-based financial rewards.
  • Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
  • Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
  • Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth. 

About Tetra Tech:

Tetra Tech combines the resources of a global, multibillion-dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in 550 locations around the world. Our reputation rests on the technical expertise and talent of more than 28,000 employees who are working together to provide smart, scalable solutions for challenging projects.

Explore our open positions at https://www.tetratech.com/careers. Follow us on social media to learn more about our people, culture, and opportunities:

LinkedIn: @TetraTechCareers

Twitter: @TetraTechJobs

Facebook: @TetraTechCareers

Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Diversity, inclusion, and equity are among our core values. Throughout our history, the company has prioritized equitable inclusion of all people. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, military status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. We invite applications from all interested parties.

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