GIS Specialist I or II Position Available In Cobb, Georgia

Tallo's Job Summary: The GIS Specialist I or II position involves creating, analyzing, and validating enterprise asset data within GIS databases. Responsibilities include converting records into geospatial format, performing QA/QC, and producing maps and reports. Applicants must have a Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience, with 2+ years for Specialist I and 3+ years for Specialist II. The position offers a hybrid work schedule.

Company:
Southern Company
Salary:
JobFull-timeOnsite

Job Description

  • GIS
SPECIALIST

I or II

  • Basic Function:
  • The purpose of this position is to create, collect, review, analyze and validate enterprise asset data within the GIS or other asset information databases/applications.

Primary responsibilities for all subsidiaries include converting asset and landbase records into geospatial format in the GIS for infrastructure construction projects, performing QA/QC, and producing related maps, reports, and queries.

  • This position may be filled as a GIS Specialist I (Grade 2) or Specialist II (Grade 3). Individuals who demonstrate advanced skills in terms of work experience, education, and certifications may be eligible for the more advanced position.
  • This position follows a hybrid work schedule. Candidates will work four (4) days a week in office and one (1) day remote.
  • Representative Duties and Responsibilities:
  • + Processes, prepares, and converts data to enter into GIS from a variety of data formats + Provides specialized queries, maps, and reports to meet customer requirements/specifications + Interfaces with users; documents requested/needed changes + Identifies training requirements; creates and maintains training and procedural documentation + Prepare specifications, procedures, manuals, project documents and reports + Working knowledge of geodatabases, georeferencing and spatial and attribute data entry and editing + Participate in system integration and conversion projects with efforts that lead to desired quality outcomes + Assists in the development and maintenance of QA/QC checks on spatial edits within GIS utilizing Data Reviewer •
Education and Experience:
  • Required:
  • + Bachelor’s degree in geography/GIS/Geosciences, Computer Science/Information Systems, Engineering or related discipline or equivalent experience + GIS certificate or equivalent military GIS training and 2+ years of related work experience in lieu of a degree in related discipline is acceptable
  • SPECIALIST I
  • + 2+ years of experience with industry-standard GIS
  • SPECIALIST II
  • + 3+ years of experience with industry-standard GIS
  • Preferred:
  • + GISP Certification
  • JOB REQUIREMENTS

    (EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS):

  • Related Work Experience:
  • Required:
  • + Proficiency with a variety of GIS concepts, practices, and procedures + Working knowledge of ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS Online, ArcMap, ArcPro, versioning, and geoprocessing techniques + Ability to quickly learn new skills and abilities with database technologies, data modeling, and scripting as needed + Work with existing GIS standards and assist in the development and the roll-out of new procedures + Experience with Esri geodatabase design, structure and data management + Effective written/verbal communication and organization/analytical skills, and proven problem-solving abilities + Ability to meet and track SLAs, metrics, etc.

on a variety of simultaneous workflows and initiatives

  • Preferred:
  • + Experience with natural gas utility or other utility + Experience using Esri Data Reviewer and Workflow Manager Extensions + Strong understanding of content and document management applications + Working knowledge of publishing with ArcGIS Server, ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online and Portal for ArcGIS, including data versioning, multiuser environments and automated replication + Development and deployment of field GPS and data collection systems including Esri mobile applications + Enhance existing GIS capabilities by seeking opportunities for improvement of existing methods, tools, or workflows + Experience with Esri geodatabase design, structure and management + Provides specialized queries, maps and reports to meet customer requirements/specifications + Experience converting data between CAD and GIS + Proficiency with linear referencing techniques and concepts + Intermediate knowledge and experience complying with PHMSA regulations including working knowledge of 49 CFR Parts 192/193/195 + Deployment and support of field GPS and data collection systems including Esri mobile applications.

+ Hands-on experience with field GIS data collection and knowledge of the operation and use of GPS equipment. + Knowledge of GPS platforms, Ex. Trimble, EOS, etc. + Experience with a digital construction platform + Knowledge and ability to work with a pipe horn, metal detector, and/or other locating equipment.

  • _Applicant may possess a combination of equivalent education and work experience._
  • Specific Skills & Knowledge:
  • Required:
  • + Esri ArcGIS 10.2x and/or ArcGIS Pro
  • advanced proficiency + MS Office suite (Access, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio)
  • advanced proficiency + Esri ArcPro 2x
  • intermediate proficiency + Esri ArcGIS Online
  • intermediate proficiency + Esri ArcGIS Enterprise
  • intermediate proficiency + Utility Pipeline Data Model (UPDM)
  • intermediate proficiency + Esri Utility Network (UN)
  • intermediate proficiency + Geometric Network
  • intermediate proficiency + Laserfiche or other document/content management system
  • intermediate proficiency + SharePoint
  • intermediate proficiency + Power BI
  • intermediate proficiency + Model Builder
  • basic proficiency + Python
  • basic proficiency + SQL RDBMS
  • basic proficiency + Auto
CAD/CADD
  • basic proficiency + Visual Basic/VBA
  • basic proficiency + SQL Knowledge
  • basic proficiency + Understanding of geoprocessing and spatial analysis skills + Ability to review, analyze, and problem-solve + Application testing script development and performance of testing + Ability to quickly learn and apply new technologies + Ability to function independently + Ability to handle multiple assignments and changing priorities
  • Preferred:
  • + Current GIS industry trends (field data collection, GPS technology, etc.

) + Schneider Electric Arc

FM + FME

(Safe Software) + Python + Arcade + System Integration project experience

  • Working Conditions/Physical Requirements:
  • + Works primarily in an office or virtual environment.

+ This position follows a hybrid work schedule. Three (3) days a week in office and two (2) days remote. + Travel (

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