What are the responsibilities and job description for the GIS Specialist (Multiple Levels) position at NV5?
Position Summary
NV5 is seeking GIS Specialists at various career levels to support natural resource management, environmental planning, conservation, and land management initiatives across the Western United States. These positions offer the opportunity to work with multidisciplinary teams delivering geospatial solutions that support federal clients.
Successful candidates will have experience with GIS technologies, geospatial data management, analysis, and application development. Opportunities are available for early-career, mid-level, and senior professionals, with responsibilities aligned to experience and technical expertise.
Work Environment
Location: Remote | Western U.S. Natural Resources Programs Travel <10% of the time (some occasional on-site visits required).
Salary Range: $65,000 - $100,000 per year. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, skills, and location, in addition to market and business considerations.
Responsibilities
Depending on experience level, responsibilities may include:
Required Qualifications
Candidates should demonstrate professional experience in one or more of the following areas:
Experience in one or more of the following areas is highly desirable:
NV5 offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, FTO, 401(k) and professional development/advancement opportunities.
Please be aware that some of our positions may require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
Company Overview
NV5 is a global technology solutions and consulting services company with a workforce of over 4,500 professionals in more than 100 offices worldwide. NV5’s continued growth has been spurred through strategic investments in firms with unique capabilities to help current and future customers solve the world’s toughest problems. The NV5 family brings together talent across a wide range of markets and fields, including Professional Engineers, Professional Land Surveyors, Architects, Photogrammetrists, GIS Professionals, Software Developers, IT, Project Management Professionals, and more.
At NV5 Geospatial , We are a collaboration of intelligent, innovative thinkers who care for each other, our communities, and the environment. We value both heart and head, the diversity of our people, and their experiences because that is how we continue to grow as a leader in our industry and expand our individual and collective potential.
NV5 is seeking GIS Specialists at various career levels to support natural resource management, environmental planning, conservation, and land management initiatives across the Western United States. These positions offer the opportunity to work with multidisciplinary teams delivering geospatial solutions that support federal clients.
Successful candidates will have experience with GIS technologies, geospatial data management, analysis, and application development. Opportunities are available for early-career, mid-level, and senior professionals, with responsibilities aligned to experience and technical expertise.
Work Environment
Salary Range: $65,000 - $100,000 per year. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, skills, and location, in addition to market and business considerations.
Responsibilities
Depending on experience level, responsibilities may include:
- Supporting GIS projects for natural resource, environmental, land management, and conservation programs.
- Developing, maintaining, and analyzing geospatial datasets and databases.
- Creating maps, dashboards, web applications, and other GIS products for clients and project teams.
- Configuring and supporting ArcGIS desktop, web, and mobile applications.
- Assisting with GIS workflows, data collection efforts, and field support activities.
- Developing technical documentation, user guides, workflows, and project deliverables.
- Collaborating with interdisciplinary teams in a hybrid or remote work environment.
- Supporting project planning, scheduling, and execution.
- Contributing to process improvements and innovative geospatial solutions.
- For senior-level candidates, providing technical leadership, project oversight, mentoring, and coordination of GIS development and deployment activities.
Required Qualifications
Candidates should demonstrate professional experience in one or more of the following areas:
- Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and geospatial analysis.
- Bachelor’s degree in geography, natural resource management or equivalent; a master’s degree is desirable
- Working with Esri software products including ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS Online, and/or mobile GIS applications.
- GIS data management, editing, quality control, and cartographic production.
- Web GIS application configuration and deployment.
- Technical documentation, reporting, and workflow development.
- Supporting environmental, natural resource, land management, engineering, or related programs.
- Eligibility to obtain and maintain a Federal DOI clearance.
Experience in one or more of the following areas is highly desirable:
- Natural resources, environmental science, conservation, forestry, wildlife, water resources, or public lands management.
- ArcGIS Field Maps, Survey123, QuickCapture, Collector, or other mobile GIS platforms.
- Python or geoprocessing script development.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Commitment to producing high-quality technical deliverables.
- Adaptability and willingness to learn new technologies and workflows.
NV5 offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, FTO, 401(k) and professional development/advancement opportunities.
- Competitive Salary
- Medical, dental, and supplemental insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Company paid Life & AD&D
- Company paid Disability
- 401K Plan
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Time Off
Please be aware that some of our positions may require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
Company Overview
NV5 is a global technology solutions and consulting services company with a workforce of over 4,500 professionals in more than 100 offices worldwide. NV5’s continued growth has been spurred through strategic investments in firms with unique capabilities to help current and future customers solve the world’s toughest problems. The NV5 family brings together talent across a wide range of markets and fields, including Professional Engineers, Professional Land Surveyors, Architects, Photogrammetrists, GIS Professionals, Software Developers, IT, Project Management Professionals, and more.
At NV5 Geospatial , We are a collaboration of intelligent, innovative thinkers who care for each other, our communities, and the environment. We value both heart and head, the diversity of our people, and their experiences because that is how we continue to grow as a leader in our industry and expand our individual and collective potential.
Salary : $65,000 - $100,000