Job Title: GIS Analyst 3Job DescriptionThe GIS Analyst 3 supports GIS data management, spatial analysis, and process improvement initiatives in a utility-focused environment. This role involves analyzing spatial and tabular data, performing data conversions and migrations, maintaining GIS databases, and developing solutions for data integrations and transformations. The analyst conducts advanced GIS analysis, QA/QC, application testing, reporting, map creation, and automation using tools such as ArcGIS Pro, Model Builder, and Python. The position works closely with internal stakeholders to understand business needs, improve workflows, and support highly visible utility GIS initiatives.Responsibilities
- Edit, update, and maintain GIS data to ensure accuracy and completeness.
- Perform GIS data analysis and data mining to support utility and pipeline projects.
- Process and convert spatial and tabular data into GIS formats suitable for enterprise use.
- Conduct QA/QC on GIS datasets prior to production and distribution.
- Support ongoing GIS database maintenance, including data models and structures.
- Create specialized queries, maps, and reports tailored to business and project needs.
- Analyze existing GIS-related processes and recommend improvements and modernization efforts.
- Support application testing, documentation, and validation of GIS tools and workflows.
- Work independently on multiple concurrent GIS assignments and projects.
- Apply linear referencing systems (LRS) to accurately locate and manage pipeline and utility assets along linear features.
- Develop and maintain Python scripts and/or Model Builder workflows to automate GIS tasks.
- Collaborate with engineering, operations, and GIS teams to support cross-functional initiatives.
- Contribute to the implementation and use of Utility and Pipeline Data Model (UPDM), Utility Network, and ArcGIS Enterprise solutions.
- Use tools such as FME, SQL databases, AutoCAD/CADD, SharePoint, and Visual Basic/VBA to support integrations and data management.
- Participate in process improvement discussions and help influence modernization of GIS practices.
Essential Skills
- Advanced proficiency with ArcGIS Pro for editing, analysis, and map production.
- Strong understanding and practical experience with Linear Referencing Systems (LRS), including locating assets based on stationing or distance measures along linear features.
- Hands-on experience performing GIS data analysis, QA/QC, and database maintenance.
- Proficiency in Python scripting and/or ArcGIS Model Builder for automation of GIS workflows.
- 1+ year supporting utility or pipeline GIS environments.
- Experience performing spatial analysis, data conversions, data migrations, and database maintenance in an industry-standard GIS setting.
- Knowledge of Utility and Pipeline Data Model (UPDM).
- Experience with ArcGIS Enterprise and Utility Network.
- Experience working with FME for data transformations and integrations.
- Proficiency with SQL databases for querying and managing spatial and tabular data.
- Experience with AutoCAD/CADD in support of GIS and engineering data workflows.
- Familiarity with SharePoint for documentation and collaboration.
- Experience using Visual Basic/VBA for automation or integration tasks.
- Bachelors degree in Geography/GIS, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field plus 3+ years of industry-standard GIS experience, OR a GIS certificate plus 3 years of related work experience.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience in a utility or pipeline GIS environment is preferred; experience with departments of transportation, municipalities, or telecommunications GIS can be relevant.
- Ability to clearly explain real-world examples of applying linear referencing to manage assets along pipelines or similar linear infrastructure.
- Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to analyze existing workflows and recommend improvements.
- Ability to work independently on multiple assignments while managing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong communication skills for collaborating with engineering, operations, and GIS stakeholders.
- Experience supporting application testing and creating documentation for GIS tools and processes.
Work EnvironmentThis role operates in a collaborative utility GIS environment with cross-functional interaction among engineering, operations, and GIS teams. The standard schedule is 40 hours per week, with core hours from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM. The position typically requires four days per week in the office and one remote work-from-home day, usually on Fridays. During the initial training period, there may be an expectation to be in the office five days per week before transitioning to the flexible schedule. The GIS team is a tight-knit group that frequently engages in team lunches, happy hours, and other informal gatherings, fostering a supportive and collaborative culture. The work is fast-paced, with multiple concurrent projects and priorities, and minimal travel requirements of up to approximately 5%. The environment offers exposure to cutting-edge Esri technologies, automation tools, and data management practices, as well as opportunities to influence process improvements and modernization efforts. This is a long-term contract role with a term limit of up to three years, with potential opportunities to pursue full-time employment during the engagement. Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Atlanta, GA. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $40.00 - $50.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Atlanta, GA. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 20, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Atlanta,GA.About Actalent
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