GIS Analyst II

SUMMARY

This role primarily involves implementing analytical techniques to resolve recurring geospatial and GIS issues, administering geospatial databases, and ensuring quality control and assurance of geospatial data projects. The specialist also participates in interdisciplinary teams with various stakeholders, including other federal agencies, Regional Geospatial Coordinators, and BIA divisions on mapping projects.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
Salary Range: $60,000 - $75,000
Comprehensive federal benefits package available to full-time employees, including health insurance, paid time off, and retirement plan participation.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The GIS Analyst II is responsible for foundational GIS support, data quality control, and participation in team projects. Key tasks include:

• Analytical Implementation: Implements analytical techniques necessary to solve recurring, procedural, and factual geospatial and GIS issues. This includes identifying data needs for specific projects, determining compatibility with other platforms, and locating missing information.
• Database Administration and Quality Control (QC): Administers geospatial databases and implements quality control and assurance guidelines for geospatial data projects.
• Application Development: Has the ability to develop basic GIS applications/dashboards at the request of BIA leadership.
• Metadata Management: Has the ability to develop and maintain Metadata for all GIS projects for the Division.
• Collaboration: Participates in interdisciplinary teams with various stakeholders, such as other federal agencies, Regional Geospatial Coordinators, and other BIA divisions on various mapping projects.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

The position requires knowledge in fundamental GIS and data concepts:

• GIS Knowledge: Knowledge of geographic/cartographic sciences, interdisciplinary resource management, and database management in order to learn to administer geospatial databases.
• Database Design: Knowledge of appropriate database design principles necessary to identify interrelationships within GIS data.
• Software Proficiency: Knowledge of standardized geospatial and GIS software/hardware applicable to the BIA/Tribes. The team generally uses the ESRI Suite of GIS software.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in geography, remote sensing, geospatial technology, or natural science.
• A minimum of 3 years of relevant geospatial experience.
• Specialized Experience: 3 years of experience using ArcGIS and or related tools for data analysis, cartography, and modeling; and using ERDAS Imagine or comparable application for raster analysis and processing.
• Relevant experience with Python, AML, VBA, or other scripting/geospatial application development tools.
• Experience using file and enterprise geodatabase systems
• Participate in formulating/defining the scope, requirements, and objectives for analysis of GIS data, development of cartographic products, and automation of Geospatial tasks using industry standard tools such as ESRI ArcGlS, ERDAS, etc…
• Demonstrate ability to utilize ArcGIS applications and geospatial theory such as coordinate systems, projections, and modeling.

Must also be proficient with Leica Geosystems (ERDAS) Imagine or other raster based software application and raster data processing.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is performed in a professional office setting or remote telework environment. Must be able to operate standard office equipment, including computers, printers, and communication systems.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Frequently required to sit, talk, and use hands to operate equipment.
• Occasionally required to lift objects up to 25 pounds.
• Requires close vision, distance vision, and the ability to focus for extended periods.

ROLE/LOCATION SPECIFIC ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

This position focuses on applying geospatial analysis techniques, supporting database management, and assisting with GIS project tasks. Responsibilities include maintaining metadata, developing basic GIS dashboards, and contributing to interdisciplinary mapping efforts. Work may be performed on-site in Lakewood, CO or remotely, depending on project needs.

POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK

Full-time, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Occasional evening or weekend work may be required depending on mission-critical deadlines.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

No specific travel requirements are mentioned for this role in the provided sources.

CLEARANCE/LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

Must be able to obtain and maintain a federal government background check and clearance.

Required to complete FISSA (Federal Information Systems Security Awareness) training and annual recertification.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Note: This position is being posted in anticipation of award of a federal contract. Employment is contingent upon Flatwater Group being awarded the contract and meeting all requirements set forth by the contracting agency. Candidates are encouraged to apply and may be contacted for further evaluation as part of the proposal process.

Our Values:

Native American Owned & Proud | Accountable | Team Focused | Innovative | Visionary | Excellence

AAP/EEO Statement

 Ho-Chunk, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. However, preference may be extended to persons of Indian descent in accordance with applicable laws.