What are the responsibilities and job description for the GIS Analyst I position at Ardurra?
Job Summary:
Ardurra is seeking a GIS Analyst I to join our growing geospatial team in Cody, Wyoming. This is a great opportunity for someone early in their geospatial career who’s ready to apply their skills across a wide variety of projects. As a GIS Analyst I, you’ll support the development, maintenance, and visualization of spatial data using tools like ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, and Civil 3D. You’ll be part of a dynamic, multidisciplinary team where geospatial thinking drives real-world decisions.
Essential Functions:
• Create, edit, and manage geospatial data and mapping products for internal and client-facing projects
• Support the development of interactive applications using ArcGIS Online and associated tools
• Collaborate with engineers, planners, and scientists across Ardurra’s service lines
• Research, compile, and review spatial data
• Document processes and contribute to reports, presentations, and SOPs
Education/Experience:
• Bachelor’s degree in Geography, GIS, Remote Sensing, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field; or 2 years of relevant geospatial experience
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• In-depth knowledge in the principles of GIS including data sources, data projections and coordinate systems, data QA/QC, and data integration.
• Proficiency in ArcGIS Pro, including map creation, data editing, and analysis
• Knowledge of geoprocessing tools using ESRI built-in tools
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently, manage time, and collaborate in a team environment
• Proficiency in using Microsoft Office or similar products
Preferred Skills:
• Experience with ArcGIS Online tools like Dashboards, Experience Builder, Field Maps, or Survey123
• Familiarity with Civil 3D and CAD-to-GIS workflows
• Knowledge of scripting (Python, Arcade, or ModelBuilder) to automate workflows and tasks
• Knowledge of relational databases and concepts (SQL Server, Oracle)
• Experience with raster analysis including imagery and topography
• Exposure to transportation, utility, airport, or asset management GIS projects
• Willingness to perform duties outside of the basic job description and quickly expand skillset into new areas
Salary Range
$57,500 - $62,500 (DOE)
Why Ardurra?
While Ardurra offers competitive compensation and rich benefits programs, it is our culture that truly sets us apart from our peers. We nurture a family-like culture, striving to create a work environment that is enjoyable, challenging and rewarding but also fun. We are acutely focused on developing our staff, whether through our internal Ardurra Academy or through our industry-leading Leadership program. We have made a deliberate and focused commitment to nurture a people-centric culture where people are: valued as individuals; supported in their professional and career development with multiple, varied career paths; provided the tools and resources to be successful, engaged, and satisfied in their work; and positive benefits, time-off programs, and flexibility to help maintain a healthy balance between work and home.
Ardurra is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation.
NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:
Ardurra does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Agency Agreement, Ardurra will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. If a resume or candidate is submitted to any hiring manager without a previously signed agreement, Ardurra reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. These candidates will be considered property of Ardurra. We’re not currently looking to add any more agencies to our list of approved vendors, so please do not contact any of our managers or recruitment team with sales calls or details of your candidates.
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Salary : $57,500 - $62,500
