FLSA Status: Non-Exempt, Hourly
Reports To: GIS Supervisor
Job Type: On-Call, Variable Time
Compensation: $25 - $33 per hour, based on relevant work experience
This position is open to remote work, with ideal candidates being located within the state of California.
About Eocene Environmental Group:
Our team has spent the past two decades providing environmental, utility vegetation management (UVM), software and sustainability services. We are fortunate to be a part of the Wright Service Corp. family, which has helped us establish a strong foundation for continued growth and success.
Through a strategic alignment of values and goals, four Wright Service Corp. entities joined and integrated into one, operating as Eocene Environmental Group. These four entities are:
Forestry & Utility Division
Environmental Division
Technology & Innovation Division
Sustainability Division
JOB SUMMARY: The California Cultural GIS Specialist will support the cartographic needs of a variety of large and small projects including utility, transportation, telecommunications, and energy infrastructure projects. They will develop and integrate geospatial data into templated maps for cultural review reports. This is a variable, on-call position with opportunity for growth to a permanent employment.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions:
Use geospatial software to create templated static maps for technical cultural reports.
Pre- and post-process archaeological field data leading to the creation of California Department of Parks and Recreation (CDPR) 523 site record sketch and location maps.
Process, interpret, and maintain geospatial vector data in an assortment file formats.
Utilize a variety of geoprocessing tools and data query techniques.
Update and maintain ArcGIS online maps.
Adhere to established GIS procedures and company data structures.
Produce consistent and accurate products to meet fast-paced deadlines.
Maintain regular and punctual attendance at work and meetings.
Support, actively participate, and act in accordance with Wright’s and Eocene Environmental Group’s culture of safety and employee ownership.
Comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations; maintains knowledge of and follows all company policies and procedures.
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.
Position may require some outside travel.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
An educational or vocational background in archaeology equivalent to 2+ years of experience.
BA/BS Degree or Technical Certificate in GIS and/or 2+ years of work experience.
Experience with geospatial software such as Arc Map, Arc Pro, QGIS, etc.
Understands standard cartographic and database management principles.
Comprehension of ESRI ArcGIS online platform and publication.
Capable of effectively managing files for complex projects without enterprise-level tools.
Previous experience in NEPA, FERC, NHPA, ESA, and/or other environmental programs.
Familiarity with utility operations, maintenance, and/or construction datasets.
Able to independently troubleshoot problems and research solutions.
Ability to interact and communicate effectively with all levels of employees, both technical and non-technical.
Ability to read, write and speak English sufficient to perform job duties and to interact and communicate with employees and vendors.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience in reading and extracting pertinent spatial data from CDPR 523 site records, cultural survey reports and Caltrans ASR reports.
Familiarity with other environmental review fields such as land planning, biology, hydrology, etc.
Exposure to Google Earth Pro, Arc Collector, Arc Field Maps, Survey 123, etc.
Experience with Microsoft Office Suite products utilizing the latest operating system.
Ability to perform work duties independently and efficiently.
Demonstrates excellence in listening, questioning, and patience.
Effective communication skills (e.g. writing, email, telephone, etc.)
Highly organized, motivated, dependable, and trustworthy.
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