GIS ETL Associate

NISC develops and implements enterprise-level and customer-facing software solutions for over 960+ utilities and broadbands across North America. Our mission is to deliver technology solutions and services that are Member-focused, quality driven and valued priced. We exist to serve our Members and help them serve their communities through our innovative software products, services and outstanding customer support. NISC has been ranked in ComputerWorld’s Best Places to Work for twenty-two years and we are looking for qualified individuals to join our Team.

The GIS Conversion Analyst is responsible for the conversion and configuration of E&O (Engineering and Operations) GIS geodatabases. You will also be responsible for collaborating with the team to understand and fulfill needs to automate processes to extract, transform, load and validate data.

Work Schedule:

Hybrid (after an initial training period) from one of our office locations:

Cedar Rapids, IA

Lake Saint Louis, MO

Mandan, ND

Hybrid Schedule: Minimum of working 3 days per week in the office and ability to work up to all 5 days a week in the office, as needed

Required Days from an Office Location: Tuesday and Wednesday - the third required day will be up to the candidate and their supervisor to choose

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Perform GIS project responsibilities by converting customer GIS/staking, engineering and CAD data to NISC GIS data model for use with NISC E&O software, according to all NISC established project conversion guidelines

Perform quality analysis of customer legacy mapping data sources to assess readiness for use in Engineering and Operations products. Develop written report of analysis findings, scope of work, and proposal of data cleanup services

Assists with data issues for customers who are using NISC E&O products and recommends changes or enhancements, as directed

Provides superior customer service to our customers in all encounters

Promotes and maintains a high-quality, professional, service-oriented company image among users and prospects

Assists in identifying data requirements related to E&O products

Conveys customer feedback to management and product development staff, as appropriate

May be required to travel to customer sites on occasion

Commitment to NISC Statement of Shared Values

Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Strong knowledge of ESRI ArcGIS software including ArcMap, ArcCatalog, ArcGIS

Strong understanding of how databases are built and modified through the ArcGIS interface

Strong knowledge of coordinate systems

Strong foundation of concepts in GIS

Strong understanding of geometric networks

Excellent research and problem-solving skills with a strong attention to detail

Strong desire to produce high quality conversions

Strong PC skills

Basic knowledge of SQL Server Express including Management Studio Express and how SQL Server is used within ESRI applications

Basic knowledge of Python

Basic knowledge of FME

Familiarity with Microsoft Office products including Access, Word and Excel

Knowledge of the electric and telecom industry or other related industry as related to engineering and operations

Basic knowledge of AutoCAD and MicroStation

Familiarity with basic RUS construction unit naming conventions

Familiarity with project management processes and theory

Ability to organize and prioritize a large work volume

Ability to work in a team environment

Ability to interact in a positive manner with internal and external contacts

Strong verbal and written interpersonal and communication skills

Strong telephone etiquette and an ability to deal effectively with Customers

Desired Education and Experience:

Generally, requires three to five years of experience in geographic information software systems and applications to include ESRI ArcGIS, AutoCAD or other mapping systems. Experience with electric distribution systems and telecom a plus.

Bachelor’s Degree in a professional field (GIS, Geography or information technology preferred) or equivalent experience.

Minimum Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the essential functions of this position, employees must be able to see and communicate. Employees are regularly required to maintain a stationary position, move, and operate computer keyboards or office equipment.

Disclaimer:

Management may modify this job description by assigning or reassigning duties and responsibilities at any time.