GIS Technical Analyst I

Timmons Group is currently accepting applications for aGIS Technical Analyst I to join our GIS Services Group in Richmond, VA.The Technical Analyst I will be responsible for providing mapping and GIS related technical and support services to agency departments. A Technical Analyst I will develop and maintain automated mapping data and preform data. The ideal candidate will have a passion for geography, cartography, and data analysis. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to start in the GIS field.

This role will require a candidate to work on-site at a client location in Richmond and may require some field work in addition to office work.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Maintains GIS databases, data sets and mapping system content
• Applies GIS technology to perform data entry and manipulation, produce documentation, perform minimal spatial analysis, and produce reports
• Provides ongoing operational support for GIS and GIS users
• Applies software such as CAD, database, spreadsheet, word processing, communications, graphics and web publishing software to the production and delivery of mapping, and GIS-related products
• Provides technical assistance to users
• Participates in interdepartmental teams, committees and participate in GIS software design projects
• Collects, inputs, edits, verifies, manipulates, models, and analyzes spatial data in the geographic information system
• Documents data entry and related procedures
• Performs other duties as assigned

Skills and Requirements of a successful candidate include but are not limited to:

• Bachelor's degree in GIS, geography, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education, training.
• Ideal candidates will have at least one year of related work experience preferred
• Must have the ability to prioritize multiple projects from numerous departments.
• Must have background in GIS/Mapping software, computer aided drafting software, related third party mapping, GIS software applications, database management systems software and windows-based operating systems.
• Good oral and written communication skills; ability to communicate technical information, ability to research, interpret and summarize data.
• Take initiative to solve problems and work through solutions
• Ability to travel to various locations within the state

The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

We are looking for high energy, creative, flexible, patient, self-starters who are willing to work at a dynamic pace. Candidates must share a commitment to our company's Vision, Mission and Shared Values.

Timmons Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

Timmons Groupis a full-service engineering and technology firm recognized nationally as a "Best Firm to Work For" byCE News. With over 15 offices throughout the Mid-Atlantic and Southeast, we provide civil engineering, environmental, economic development, GIS/geospatial technology, landscape architecture, and surveying services to a diverse client base. As one of Engineering News Record's (ENR) Top 500 Design Firms for over 30 years, we are dedicated to being an employer of choice and providing our people with the best resources, technology, and culture to help them thrive in an engaging career development setting. For more information, visitwww.timmons.com.

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