Gis Technical Analyst I

Job Description
Timmons Group is currently seeking a full-time GIS Technical Analyst I to join our GIS Services team in Richmond, VA. The Technical Analyst I will be responsible for providing mapping and GIS related technical and support services to agency departments. A Technical Analyst I will develop and maintain automated mapping data and preform data. The ideal candidate will have a passion for geography, cartography, and data analysis. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to start in the GIS field.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
Maintains GIS databases, data sets and mapping system content
Applies GIS technology to perform data entry and manipulation, produce documentation, perform minimal spatial analysis, and produce reports
Provides ongoing operational support for GIS and GIS users
Applies software such as CAD, database, spreadsheet, word processing, communications, graphics and web publishing software to the production and delivery of mapping, and GIS-related products
Provides technical assistance to users
Participates in interdepartmental teams, committees and participate in GIS software design projects
Collects, inputs, edits, verifies, manipulates, models, and analyzes spatial data in the geographic information system
Documents data entry and related procedures
Performs other duties as assigned
Skills and Requirements of a successful candidate include but are not limited to:
Bachelor’s degree in GIS, geography, or a related field;
or an equivalent combination of education, training.
Ideal candidates will have at least one year of related work experience preferred
Must have the ability to prioritize multiple projects from numerous departments.
Must be able to assist the GIS Analyst in complex mapping, GIS development and production strategies using current knowledge of computer applications and technology.
Must be able to assist the Technical Analyst II and III in researching and recommending new methods, equipment, or programs to better accomplish tasks.
Must have background in GIS/Mapping software, computer aided drafting software, related third party mapping, GIS software applications, database management systems software and windows-based operating systems.
Good oral and written communication skills;
ability to communicate technical information, ability to research, interpret and summarize data.