[Hiring] Cultural GIS Specialist II @EOC Group

Role Description

The Cultural GIS Specialist II will support a variety of cartographic needs for large and small projects including (but not limited to) utility, transportation, telecommunications, and energy infrastructure projects. They will generate and incorporate geospatial information into cartographic components for environmental review reports.

Essential Job Functions

• Uses geospatial software to create templated static reference maps for local, state, and federal level environmental reports.
• Processes, interprets, and maintains geospatial vector data from an assortment of file formats.
• Proficiently applies a variety of geoprocessing and data query techniques to execute deliverables.
• Updates and maintains ArcGIS online maps.
• Processes pre- and post-field archaeological data leading to the creation of primary site record sketches and location maps.
• Produces consistent and accurate high-volume products to meet fast-paced deadlines.
• Complies with applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations.
• Maintains knowledge of and adheres to company established GIS procedures and data structures.
• Maintains regular and punctual attendance at work and meetings.
• Actively upholds the culture of company core values and employee ownership.

Other Duties

• Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
• Position may require some outside travel.

Qualifications

• BA/BS Degree or Technical Certificate in GIS and 4+ years of GIS work experience.
• Experience with Esri Enterprise and geospatial software/applications such as ArcGIS Pro, AGOL, Field Maps, Survey 123, etc.
• Deep understanding of standard cartographic and database management principles.
• Proficient in a wide array of geoprocessing tools and techniques.
• Capable of effectively managing files for complex projects with and without enterprise-level tools.
• Ability to perform work duties remotely and efficiently.
• Capable of independently troubleshooting problems and researching solutions with moderate supervision from senior staff.
• Ability to interact and communicate effectively with all levels of employees, both technical and non-technical.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English sufficiently to perform job duties and to interact and communicate with employees and vendors.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with environmental consulting, compliance review, and/or adjacent fields such as land planning, biology, hydrology, etc.
• Familiarity with utility operations, maintenance, and/or construction datasets.
• An educational or vocational background in archaeology equivalent to 2+ years of experience.
• Experience in reading and extracting pertinence from CDPR 523 (or similar) site records and cultural survey reports.
• Experience with NEPA, FERC, NHPA, ESA, and/or other state or federal environmental programs.
• Exposure to working with GIS data within Google Earth Pro.
• Basic understanding of programming languages such as Arcade, Python, or equivalent.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite products utilizing the latest operating system.
• Demonstrates excellence in listening, questioning, and patience.
• Effective communication skills (e.g. writing, email, telephone, etc.).
• Highly organized, motivated, dependable, and trustworthy.

Benefits

• Compensation: $24.47 - $34.28 per hour, based on relevant experience.
• This is an On-Call, remote position with opportunity to transition full-time.
• Candidates must be located within the contiguous United States. Ideal candidates will be located in California, Oregon, or Washington.