GIS Specialist - Northeast/Mid-Atlantic Region

GIS Specialist – Northeast/Mid-Atlantic Region

Summary: Join our team as a GIS Specialist where you will play a pivotal role in enhancing the capabilities of small public water, wastewater, and stormwater utility systems. This position offers the chance to utilize and advance your expertise in ESRI ArcGIS software, while working on impactful projects that support community infrastructure. You will be responsible for creating and delivering GIS training programs, managing complex GIS projects, and collaborating with various stakeholders to drive long-term sustainability and efficiency in utility systems. You will have the opportunity to creatively develop GIS workflows while staying up-to-date with new water and wastewater regulations set by the EPA and Federal/State agencies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Create and Utilize ESRI ArcGIS Applications (25%): Develop and use ArcGIS Pro, Experience Builder, Hubs, Dashboards, Field Maps, and Survey123 to meet the needs of internal RCAP staff and water and wastewater utilities.
• Collect and Maintain GNSS Data (20%): Collaborate with small public water and sewer utility staff to gather and maintain GPS-derived data on asset locations and condition assessments.
• Develop GIS Mobile Applications (15%): Create mobile GIS maps using applications such as Survey123 and Field Maps to support utility mapping and ongoing use by utility system employees.
• Develop and Deliver GIS Training (10%): Create and conduct GIS training sessions for internal RCAP staff and utility operators. Develop engaging training content and materials and provide continuing education units (CEUs) for water and wastewater operators to enhance their skills and knowledge in GIS applications and tools.
• Record and Report Project Activities (10%): Document all project activities and regularly report progress to the organization and federal funding partners.
• Support Public Policy Outreach (5%): Assist RCAP Solutions and the national RCAP network in public policy outreach initiatives.
• Engage in Collaborative Activities (5%): Actively engage in CER team meetings, trainings, conferences, and the RCAP National GIS working group to support Community and Environmental Resources division objectives.
• Coordinate with Officials and Stakeholders (5%): Interface with primacy and community officials, local leaders, and other project staff to coordinate technical, regulatory, and funding efforts appropriately.
• Ensure GIS Data Accuracy (5%): Verify changes for accuracy (QA/QC) and utilize ArcGIS to update utility data and mapping effectively.

Educational Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in GIS, Geography, Environmental Science, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficient in using ArcGIS mapping software and methods, including ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, Experience Builder, Hubs, Survey123, Field Maps, and Diamond Maps.
• Minimum of three years of experience in GIS, water and/or wastewater, project planning, community development, local government, infrastructure assessment, or a related field, with experience in multiple areas being desirable.
• Proven experience in providing technical assistance to small rural water and wastewater systems
• Skilled in operating GPS equipment and interfacing GPS with ArcGIS Online, including troubleshooting. Familiar with configuring GNSS (RTK/SBAS) GPS equipment such as EOS Arrow, Trimble, and BadElf receivers.
• Proficient in using Microsoft software and platforms, including SharePoint, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, OneDrive, and Outlook.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, particularly in resolving complex GIS or GPS-related issues and providing effective recommendations or solutions.
• Demonstrates a strong work ethic with a positive and proactive attitude towards improving GIS programs.
• Experience working with state and federal agencies, local capacity building, funding, and compliance efforts.
• Thorough knowledge of GIS theory and practices, technical tools and equipment for drafting and cartography, appropriate mapping scales, and legal documents and terminology.
• Additional experience in developing asset management plans, capital planning, and ensuring compliance with the Safe Drinking Water Act and Clean Water Act.

Required Licensure

• Current and valid driver’s license

Working Conditions

• Home-based office typical
• GPS Field work in rural environments
• The position is mostly remote, but involves travel requiring both day and overnight trips which could include weekends and evenings (average travel up to 20%; seasonal dependent)
• Location – This is a remote position; however, the candidate must be located within the RCAP Solutions service area, which includes Pennsylvania, New York, New Jersey, and all six New England states.

Benefits

• Dynamic support Team. We work hard, work together, and have fun!
• Competitive compensation
• Medical, Dental, Vision, LTD, and Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account
• Competitive Vacation and Sick time
• 14-paid holidays
• 403(b) plan RCAP Contribution and Match

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: Remote