GIS Analyst

Freese and Nichols is looking for GIS Analyst to join our firm. As GIS Analyst, you will apply geographic information systems expertise to support planning, engineering, and infrastructure projects by analyzing spatial data, producing high-quality maps and exhibits, and supporting teams across the organization.

What You’ll Do

• Analyze spatial and tabular data using GIS tools to support project needs
• Create, maintain, and update maps, figures, dashboards, and spatial datasets
• Prepare cartographic exhibits that clearly communicate technical information
• Support development and configuration of GIS services and web applications
• Perform spatial analysis, geoprocessing, and data quality control
• Maintain GIS databases, metadata, and documentation
• Support internal GIS users through training, troubleshooting, and technical assistance
• Collaborate with project teams to meet scope, schedule, and quality expectations

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in geographic information systems, geography, environmental science, computer science, or related field
• In lieu of Bachelor’s degree, a minimum of 4 years of experience or an Associate’s degree and 2 years of experience.
• Proficiency with ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Desktop, and ArcGIS Online
• Experience working with spatial and tabular datasets and geodatabases
• Ability to create clear, accurate maps and technical exhibits

Preferred

• Master’s degree in a related field
• Experience with Python scripting or ModelBuilder
• Familiarity with CAD or MicroStation data integration
• Experience supporting enterprise GIS environments
• Knowledge of LiDAR or aerial imagery processing

About Freese and Nichols

At the heart of our culture is our LEADS values (Learn continuously, Engage as family, Act with integrity, Deliver quality, and Serve always). Each year, our employee engagement survey confirms that our leaders and our employees live our values.

We strive to be the firm of choice for clients and employees through innovative approaches, practical results, and outstanding service. For more than 130 years, we have been planning and designing the infrastructure our communities need: developing water supplies, designing roadways and bridges, preparing for natural disasters, and much more.

Besides our comprehensive benefits package (see more at Benefits That Work for You), we offer paid overtime for salaried employees, an annual bonus, and access to company cabins in Red River, New Mexico and Banner Elk, North Carolina. We are proud of our flexible work environment which includes a hybrid schedule with up to 40% of remote work.

Join our team of 1,400+ employees as we grow from Virginia to Colorado.

Freese and Nichols is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.

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