LandSolutions is looking to hire a GIS Analyst in Eastern USA. This is a remote position that supports the GIS department at our Calgary headquarters.

The Role

The GIS Analyst is responsible for performing GIS tasks for LandSolutions projects. This includes receiving data from clients, acquiring data from internal and online sources, analyzing datasets using pre-made and custom tools, managing Geodatabases and organizing project and generic datasets, and outputting GIS data into PDF, KMZ, Shapefile, Feature Class, Web Map Applications, and other formats. This position would be ideal for someone with 1-3 years experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform data analysis using ArcGIS Pro and related extensions/add-ons, File Geodatabases, and other software
• Utilize File Geodatabases, Enterprise Geodatabases, and Relational Database Systems
• Experience with Esri's desktop and internet products including ArcMap, ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Enterprise
• Conduct data analysis and preparation of documents, data reports, and maps
• Ensure that accurate and complete metadata are recorded for all datasets and that metadata is distributed with data when requested by clients
• Perform all GIS work in timely and quality manner meeting project schedules and deadlines
• Work in a team setting with other workers to identify effective ways to complete various planning projects
• Assist with scoping GIS projects
• Serve as technical representative and provide technical expertise to clients and workers on assigned projects
• Learn new skills related to information technology, planning, or other agency priorities, as required
• Prepare and conduct presentations
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Safety

• Take reasonable care and action to protect your safety and the safety of others who may be affected by your actions or omissions
• Ensure proper use of safety equipment, clothing, and devices
• Report unsafe conditions, incidents and near misses
• Comply with LandSolutions policies and procedures, applicable laws, and the OH & S Act

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in geography, planning, computer science, geographic information systems, or related field or equivalent of experience and education
• Esri course certifications an asset
• 1-3 years Experience in the use of ArcMap or ArcGIS Pro and its related extensions and file geodatabases
• Demonstrated experience designing custom applications using ArcGIS Web AppBuilder
• Ability to understand and apply the capabilities of GIS, databases, and other computer programs to solve complex spatial and relational problems
• Professional manner with the ability to communicate effectively with all stakeholders
• Able to work well both independently, as well as with a team
• Experience working on US parcel land projects including renewable facilities, pipelines, and transmission lines
• This is a remote position reporting to Calgary head office, needs to be comfortable working remotely at home office

Special Job Dimensions

• Able to communicate timely, clearly, and concisely, both by phone, email and in person
• Duties may include working remotely, under deadlines and with strict time constraints

LandSolutions is actively engaged in all areas of land access, including we serve Oil and Gas (Upstream and Midstream), Renewable Energy, Public Infrastructure, Power (Generation and Transmission), and Telecommunications Sectors. We are supported by more than 140 professionals and are well-established throughout Canada and the United States.

We are looking for more of the best and brightest to join our committed team. If you are passionate about a career with LandSolutions we want to hear from you!

LandSolutions Inc is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal opportunities to all and our selection process is free from bias or discrimination. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, age, status, national origin, or disability, or any other legally protected characteristics.