GIS Specialist II

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Job Summary

AECOM is actively seeking a talented, energetic technology-minded Geographic Information System (GIS) professional for immediate employment in the MCB Camp Lejeune Installation Geospatial Information and Services (IGI&S) office as a seconded employee.

The position will be on-site at MCB Camp Lejeune, near Jacksonville, North Carolina.

The GIS Specialist is a full-time AECOM employee that will report to the GIS Manager in the Technology Services Group and will support our United States Marine Corps (USMC) client within the Environment Business line. This position will be part of a team of GIS Specialists supporting the MCB Camp Lejeune IGI&S Program and other functional areas (e.g. environment, facilities) with GIS data management, geospatial analysis and modeling, development of web-based solutions, cartographic product development, and technical support. A successful candidate will work both independently and in close coordination with the local USMC IGI&S manager and the AECOM project team to develop, deploy and support GIS across the installation.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Follow project plans to successfully execute assigned work
• Work with other staff to ensure quality in all work products
• Maintain quality assurance of spatial and non-spatial data and processes as per defined standards
• Maintain strong knowledge in existing and emerging GIS related software and technologies
• Create, edit, or delete GIS features/attribute information within enterprise geodatabases
• Communicate and collaborate with the project manager, project team, and client stakeholders to understand and document system and solution requirements
• Maintain a digital GIS Program Binder detailing the processes and actions involved in completing assigned duties

• Have excellent critical thinking, decision-making, conflict resolution, and analytical skills
• Solid understanding of geospatial data formats, coordinate systems, and GIS principles
• Apply attention to detail with proactive and resourceful problem-solving skills
• Prepare digital maps
• Prepare meeting materials, web maps, or figures for a variety of communities, stakeholders, and projects

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in CAD, BIM, GIS, Computer Science, Geography, Environmental Science, Data Science, Engineering, or related field + 2 years of experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and or education.
• Due to the nature of work, US citizenship is required.
• Valid Driver’s License and as a condition of employment must be able to pass AECOM’s Motor Vehicle Records review.
• GIS experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency with applications such as:
  • ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS Pro, and Desktop Software
  • Portal for ArcGIS / ArcGIS Online
  • Microsoft Office Applications
  • Knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3D/AutoCAD Map
• Understanding of geography, geospatial science, and GIS principles
• Comfortable working outside occasionally to support field activities
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced multi-tasking environment
• Experience using python or other programming languages to automate GIS workflows and data validation processes
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced multi-tasking environment
• General understanding of relational database organization, design, and functionality
• Ability to learn and present best practices for data management including workflows, tools, governance models, and integration patterns
• Demonstrated knowledge of cartographic design and production concepts and principles
• Familiarity with the Spatial Data Standards for Facilities, Infrastructure, and Environment (SDSFIE)

• Relocation is not available for this position
• Sponsorship is not available for this position

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