GIS Specialist
GD Resources
Contract
On-site
Albany, New York, United States
"Join GD Resources for dynamic opportunities in business management and IT, where innovation meets excellence."
About the Company: GD Resources is a Veteran Women-Owned Business Management and Information Technology company committed to excellence. GD Resources provides dynamic opportunities for veterans and professionals alike to contribute to innovative projects and drive success in a collaborative and supportive environment. Join us to make a difference, advance your career, and grow with a company that values integrity, diversity, and continuous improvement.
Job Title: GIS Specialist
Place of Performance: Harriman State Office Campus, Bldg. 5 – Ground Floor, Region 1 (50% remote flexibility)
Minimum Experience: 5+ years
Rate: Based on experience
Employment Type: Contract
Duration: 30 months
Position Overview:
GD Resources is seeking a GIS Specialist with a strong background in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) to support a long-term government initiative focused on developing and enhancing GIS platforms and applications. The selected candidate will play a key role in maintaining spatial data systems, supporting emergency response operations, and implementing advanced GIS technologies across desktop, server, and mobile platforms.
Key Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
Required Documentation:
About the Company: GD Resources is a Veteran Women-Owned Business Management and Information Technology company committed to excellence. GD Resources provides dynamic opportunities for veterans and professionals alike to contribute to innovative projects and drive success in a collaborative and supportive environment. Join us to make a difference, advance your career, and grow with a company that values integrity, diversity, and continuous improvement.
Job Title: GIS Specialist
Place of Performance: Harriman State Office Campus, Bldg. 5 – Ground Floor, Region 1 (50% remote flexibility)
Minimum Experience: 5+ years
Rate: Based on experience
Employment Type: Contract
Duration: 30 months
Position Overview:
GD Resources is seeking a GIS Specialist with a strong background in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) to support a long-term government initiative focused on developing and enhancing GIS platforms and applications. The selected candidate will play a key role in maintaining spatial data systems, supporting emergency response operations, and implementing advanced GIS technologies across desktop, server, and mobile platforms.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design, test, implement, and maintain GIS applications across desktop, mobile, and server environments.
- Develop & document spatial workflows, procedures, and GIS-related operations.
- Build, manage, and maintain geospatial datasets in support of internal and external stakeholders.
- Assist in administering and supporting GIS infrastructure components.
- Provide mapping and analytical support as needed.
- Respond to GIS-related service desk inquiries and technical support tickets.
- Configure and manage web-based GIS applications using Esri technology.
- Participate in and support emergency response and contingency planning using GIS tools.
- Automate tasks using Python scripting to enhance operational efficiency.
- Collaborate with technical teams to ensure integration and interoperability with other enterprise systems.
Qualifications:
- 5+ years of mapping and spatial analysis experience using ArcGIS Desktop/Pro
- 3+ years of experience developing data ETL workflows using tools such as Safe Software FME, Oracle Data Integrator, SQL Server Integration Studio, or ArcGIS Data Interoperability Extension
- 3+ years of experience configuring and administering Esri-based web mapping applications for browser or mobile-based solutions
- 1+ year of experience automating tasks using Python
Required Documentation:
- Résumé
- Copy of Candidate Identification (Driver’s License, Permanent Resident - Green Card, Visa, Passport, etc.)
- Any documents referenced in the qualifications (e.g., certifications, degrees
Job Reference ID: GDR-2025-000085