GIS Analyst

Job Summary:

The GIS Analyst manages and maintains asset data within the HEP enterprise GIS platform. This role involves supporting internal customers, driving data-informed business decisions, and ensuring data accuracy and integrity. The GIS Analyst will serve as the primary data steward, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance data quality and provide end-user support.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Researches, verifies, and corrects asset information from various data sources throughout the company in digital or hard copy format (i.e., as-builts, alignment sheets, job books, reports, etc.) for input into the enterprise geodatabase.
• Performs data governance and high-quality data editing functions on pipeline and other asset data following established standards within the UPDM + APR/UN solution framework.
• Develops intake processes for data and works with internal stakeholders to design schemas and web services.
• Designs maps and apps using Esri ArcGIS Online/Enterprise suite of apps.
• Completes complex spatial analysis to support reporting requirements and other customer projects.
• Produces information products, such as project-oriented maps, presentation slides, reports, and data exports, for internal and external customers.
• Travels to field locations and works with field personnel as needed for data collection initiatives or other projects and participates in field data QA/QC processes.
• Automates GIS processes using geoprocessing tools, Python scripting, and ETL applications.
• Works with various departments and disciplines to support their GIS needs.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and adaptability skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proven ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple tasks.
• Strong organizational and attention to detail.
• Team-oriented with a collaborative approach.
• Adherence to policies, procedures, and instructions.
• Commitment to providing exceptional customer service.
• Proven ability to maintain accuracy in all work.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in GIS, geography, geospatial science, applied technologies, or closely related field or 3+ years of related experience in lieu of degree
• Proficiency in ArcGIS Pro 2.0
• Experience with Esri ArcGIS Online and ArcGIS Enterprise suite of apps
• Basic knowledge and understanding of scripting languages such as Python and Arcade
• Experience with editing pipeline data using ArcGIS Pipeline Referencing, ArcGIS Utility Network, and/or linear referencing systems is preferred
• Experience with UPDM data model and branch versioning feature service-based editing preferred
• Experience with GPS Units preferred
• Experience with FME preferred

Certifications:

• None required

Physical Demands and Hazards for Office Employees:

This position requires prolonged periods of sitting, frequent computer use, occasional lifting of office supplies, and may involve travel.