What are the responsibilities and job description for the GIS Specialist position at Pennoni?
Pennoni is currently hiring for a GIS Specialist at our office in Philadelphia, PA.
Job Responsibilities:
- Develop web applications using ArcGIS Online, Portal, Experience Builder, Dashboards, and other web GIS software.
- Conduct geospatial analysis using ArcGIS Pro, QGIS, and Python.
- Build field data collection tools using Field Maps, Survey123, and Fulcrum.
- Design and maintain geospatial databases and metadata on multiple projects.
- Automate work using Python, ArcGIS Notebooks, ArcGIS Data Pipelines, and Power Automate.
- Perform quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) on GIS data and project deliverables.
- Support the implementation and management of ArcGIS Enterprise for clients.
- Assist with technical documentation and project reports.
- Conduct on-site client training and direct support.
- Identify industry trends and determine where GIS capabilities can be marketed to existing and potential clients.
- Support RFP/RFI solicitations for potential and existing clients.
Basic Requirement:
- Bachelor’s degree in Geography, Computer Science, IT, Engineering (or a related technical discipline)
- 3 years of relevant work experience
Preferred Qualifications:
- Highly Proficient in use of ArcGIS Pro, QGIS, ArcGIS Online and ArcGIS Enterprise; Experience developing web-based GIS & Asset Management applications (e.g. ArcGIS Server, ArcGIS Portal, ArcGIS Online, Fulcrum);
- Experience designing mobile data collection applications; Experience using Python and SQL to manage and manipulate spatial data;
- Experience using GIS for any of the following disciplines: Water Modeling, Utilities Network Mapping, Environmental/Resiliency, Transportation, Facilities Management, or Civil Engineering;
- Excellent communication and presentation skills
Why Pennoni?
At Pennoni, we're not just another multi-disciplinary engineering firm; we're a vibrant team of innovators shaping the future! Founded more than five decades ago, Pennoni is an ENR Top 500 consulting engineering firm where individuality sparks innovation and growth. We’re all about helping you build your career while fostering a great workplace culture - here, you'll work with supportive, talented teammates and find pride in your contributions. Join us to be part of a team that values your unique skills and drives excellence in every project!
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