GIS Analyst

GIS Analyst
Rock Energy Cooperative
South Beloit, Illinois

Job Summary:
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated GIS Analyst to join our team. The successful candidate will play a key role in managing and analyzing geographic data to support our organization's day-to-day operations and long-term objectives.  The candidate must work with operations staff and field staff to identify ways to optimize established workflows, data capture processes, and reporting systems.  

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• GIS Database Management
  • Design, implement and maintain GIS databases to store and retrieve spatial data.
  • Ensure data integrity and accuracy through regular quality checks and updates.
• Mapping and Spatial Analysis
  • Conduct spatial analysis to support decision-making processes.
  • Generate insightful reports and visualizations based on spatial data analysis.
  • Create and export custom map images to communicate information to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Data Collection and Integration
  • Collect and integrate geographic data from various sources, including satellite imagery, GPS, and field surveys.
  • Collaborate with other departments to incorporate non-spatial data into GIS databases.
• Workflow Automation
  • Incorporate programming and scripting languages to automate regular and or frequent ETL processes.
  • Utilize built-in GIS data relationships to reduce manual data entry and ensure accurate data capture quality.
• Software and Technology
  • Stay abreast of the latest GIS technologies and software.
  • Provide training and support to staff on GIS tools and applications.
• Documentation
  • Document GIS procedures, data sources, and workflows for future reference.
  • Ensure that all GIS activities comply with organizational and industry standards.
• Other tasks and duties as assigned.

Competencies:

• Problem-solving and process-driven thinking.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to multitask.
• Strong work ethic.
• Work independently and in a team-focused environment.
• Strong communication skills, particularly in conveying technical knowledge and processes to non-technical staff.

Preferred Skills and Qualifications:
Education

• Bachelor’s degree in GIS, Computer Science, Geography, Surveying, Engineering, or related field.

Experience

• 2 years of experience in a GIS-focused role, including the following:
  • Experience in the utility industry, with natural gas distribution and/or electric distribution.
  • Experience with SQL Database Management.
  • Experience with editing and managing spatial data within the utility industry.

Technology

• Familiarity interacting with ArcGIS Utility Network.
• Familiarity with web-based GIS services in an ArcGIS Enterprise environment.
• Proficiency in GIS software including ArcMap, ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Survey123, and ArcGIS Field Maps.
• Familiarity with programming and scripting languages for the purpose of developing extract, transfer, and load processes including Python, SQL, JavaScript, and ArcGIS Arcade.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, SQL Server Management Studio, AutoCAD.
• Familiarity with PHP/HTML is beneficial but not required.

Qualifications:

• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Must have reliable transportation to and from work.
• Reside within one hour driving distance of work location.
• Ability to sit, stand, push, pull, walk, stoop, bend, reach above the shoulders, and occasionally lift up to 25 lbs. 
• Pre-employment drug testing and physical required.

Work Location: South Beloit, IL

Schedule:

• This is an in-person position
• Monday through Friday (excluding some holidays)
• 7:30 am – 4:00 pm

Salary: 

• $60 - $70,000 per year

Benefits:

• Medical, prescription and dental benefits at an 85%/15% employee split
• 401K with 4% employer contribution
• Employer funded pension plan

Job Type: 

• Full Time

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