GIS & Natural Resource Data Analyst - Helena, United States - State of Montana

    State of Montana
    State of Montana Helena, United States

    4 weeks ago

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    GIS & Natural Resource Data Analyst

    A successful applicant will have experience with fish, wildlife, and recreational resources in Montana and share a commitment to FWP's. FWP uses Esri suite including ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online tools. The ideal candidate is analytical, detail-oriented, creative, possesses a strong work ethic, a positive attitude, and excellent people skills. These positions require time management skills, the ability to collaborate successfully in a team, work independently on multiple priorities, and communicate with diverse groups of people. Must be able to clearly communicate concepts related to fisheries and wildlife science as well as GIS, data, and database concepts to individuals with technical and non-technical backgrounds. This position requires some travel and occasional irregular hours to meet project deadlines. Long hours of computer use at a desk are required. On occasion, there may be opportunities to participate in fieldwork requiring physical exertion and possibly under adverse weather conditions.

    Job Duties (narrative summary):

    • Planning and managing statewide GIS data and services
    • Developing official map publications
    • Data analysis, map production, mapping application development assistance
    • Technical support/outreach, cross-division, and cross-agency collaboration and support

    Requirements:

    • A minimum of four (4) years of relevant GIS work experience managing natural resources or fish and wildlife spatial data
    • Experience creating compelling digital and hard copy map products
    • Spatial data management experience including implementing spatial analysis and GIS workflows
    • Working knowledge of Python and SQL
    • Advanced experience with Esri products including ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, Field Maps, Survey 123, Dashboards, and Experience Builder

    Required application materials:

    • Detailed resume
    • Cover letter explaining how your work experience, education, and career goals make you the ideal candidate for this position

    Please review the previous list of requirements when you apply and ensure you submit all required documents as incomplete applications will be rejected. Candidates progressing to an interview will be required to present a recent GIS project as part of the interview process.