GIS Analyst

Role summary / purpose The GIS Analyst for Transmission Vegetation Management is a highly specialized role that provides essential geospatial and analytical support to transmission vegetation management operations. This position is integral to ensuring safe, reliable, and cost-effective delivery of electric power by enabling informed decision-making through advanced data analysis and geospatial technologies. The GIS Analyst is responsible for pulling and analyzing GIS data to define the scope of work for field operations, performing complex spatial analyses to deliver actionable insights, and maintaining the integrity of geospatial datasets through rigorous updates and adherence to established data standards. By ensuring accuracy and consistency in data, the analyst safeguards the reliability of work execution systems that operational teams depend on for planning and compliance. Key responsibilities • Pull and analyze GIS data to define the scope of work for field operations • Perform complex spatial analyses to deliver actionable insights • Maintain the integrity of geospatial datasets through rigorous updates and adherence to established data standards • Query and report data using SQL • Perform ad-hoc analysis to address evolving business needs • Leverage Python for workflow automation to enable process efficiencies • Integrate data visualization techniques to communicate insights effectively • Work closely with internal teams and external stakeholders to provide responsive support • Resolve issues that impact operational performance • Interpret complex datasets and troubleshoot data discrepancies • Ensure end users can fully utilize work execution systems • Identify opportunities to enhance data processes and streamline reporting • Implement best practices across the team Requirements – education & experience Knowledge of vegetation management practices within the utility sector is advantageous. The ability to quickly understand operational workflows and align geospatial solutions to business objectives is key. Required skills • Proficiency in ArcGIS and ArcMap • Geoprocessing technologies expertise • SQL querying and reporting • Problem-solving capability • Attention to detail • Adaptability to support dynamic operational requirements • Strong communication and collaboration skills • Customer service orientation Nice-to-have / preferred skills • Python for workflow automation • Knowledge of vegetation management practices within the utility sector Employment details – type, location, hours Full time, 40 hours per week. Remote opportunity; virtual workers are expected to live within a footprint state or the DC metro area.