GIS Analyst

Sapphos Environmental, Inc. is currently seeking a full-time GIS Analyst to join a team of analysts that supports the mapping efforts of a multidisciplinary arrangement of departments. The GIS Analyst will be responsible for GIS data capture, analysis and production of spatial/non-spatial data, management of geospatial databases, and the extensive application of ArcGIS.

• Staff GIS assistance.  
• GIS data capture, conversion, maintenance & documentation.  
• Maintain geospatial databases. 
• Conduct spatial analysis. 
• Produce, update, and maintain cartographic outputs and graphic files. 
• Professional coordination with a multidisciplinary arrangement of departments to ensure GIS support is conducted on-time and within the required budget. 
• Maintain KPS and resume and tailor to specific proposals as needed. 
• Use cost backup spread sheets and marketing templates to develop and understand project budgets and scopes of work.  
• Facilitate meetings with clients and/or respond to client phone calls, emails, or other communications. Identify potential clients and new opportunities with existing clients; help to develop GIS marketing materials. [Assist GIS lead/coordinator with meeting facilitation] 
• Support department through organization of data storage and utilization of latest developments and technologies 

• Bachelor’s degree in Geography or Geographic Information Systems (GIS) or closely related field, or equivalent experience. Certifications a PLUS.  
• 1+ years of professional work experience in the field of GIS.  
• Solid grasp of ArcGIS desktop tools: ArcPro, ArcMap, ArcCatalog, ArcView, ArcEditor, ArcInfo, etc. 
• Working knowledge of ArcGIS online and associated mobile applications (FieldMaps, Survey123, etc.). 
• Solid grasp of GPSs: Garmin and Trimble units, and associated software.  
• Competency on map projections, systems coordination, queries, geodatabases, ArcGIS spatial analysis.   
• Capacity to maintain metadata using ArcGIS software.  
• Ability to sustain project management tasks in coordination with client objectives and internal procedures.  
• Working knowledge of standardized query language (SQL)    
• Working knowledge of Python or a high-level general-purposed programming language. 
• Work effectively under minimal supervision.  
• Capacity to excel in a teamwork-driven environment. [Collaborative, teamwork, team-conscious??? Be considerate of teamwork and communication.] 
• Strong organizational and coordination skills to deliver results in a timely manner. 
• Solid written and verbal communication skills.  

• Location: Pasadena, CA [Remote hybrid 2-3 times in office, as needed] 
• Salary: Above Market + Full Benefits 
• Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401k, life and AD&D insurance, flexible spending account, continued education/training allocation, public transportation sponsorship, generous holiday and vacation package.