Cartographic Technician

2 days ago

Stavanger, Rogaland, Norway The GIS Jobs Clearinghouse Full time

About the Company:

The GIS Jobs Clearinghouse is a trusted partner in the geospatial industry, providing expert geospatial technical support and training services to clients worldwide. With a strong commitment to delivering high-quality data sets and cartographic products, we strive to exceed client expectations through innovative solutions and exceptional service.

Job Description:

This role involves working closely with clients and team members to identify, design, and implement key GIS workflows, as well as developing and maintaining geospatial data management processes. The successful candidate will leverage industry-standard tools and best practices to deliver results-driven solutions that meet client needs.

Main Responsibilities:

  1. Develop and maintain geospatial data management processes, leveraging industry-standard tools and best practices.
  2. Optimize workflows involving ArcGIS Enterprise and versioned geodatabases, ensuring efficient access to geospatial data.
  3. Design and build Web Map Services (WMS) and Web Feature Services (WFS) within ArcGIS Enterprise, ensuring efficient access to geospatial data.
  4. Apply advanced raster editing, processing, conversion, and compression techniques using ArcGIS, GDAL, FWTools, and Adobe Photoshop.
  5. Create and manage complex raster datasets in ArcGIS, including WMS caches, mosaic datasets, and overviews for optimized data presentation.
  6. Collaborate closely with clients, stakeholders, and team members to identify, design, and certify key GIS workflows that meet the needs of customers and partners.
  7. Skilled in technical writing, with the ability to communicate clearly and simply with colleagues from diverse backgrounds and varying levels of technical expertise.

What We Offer:

  1. Competitive salaries, commensurate with experience and leading Federal Contractors in the geospatial industry.
  2. Opportunities for upward mobility in a dynamic fast-paced environment within a small company.
  3. Merit-based spot and end of year bonuses.
  4. Safe Harbor 401(k) plan with immediate vesting.
  5. Flexible work hours and PTO.
  6. Complete Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage for individuals.
  7. Company paid training, certifications, and professional growth and development.

Requirements:

  1. U.S. Citizen.
  2. Active DoD Secret Clearance.
  3. Active U.S. Passport.
  4. 3 years of experience with a Bachelor's degree in Geography, GIS, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field; or 2 years of experience with a Master's degree; or 1 year of experience with a PhD.
  5. Experienced in the use of data standards in either military and/or Defense Geospatial Real World Object Index (DGIWG) for data standardization and data cleansing.
  6. Experience in researching, sourcing, and merging datasets from a wide range of providers and sources.
  7. Knowledge of a wide range of mapping types, series and scales (preferably military).
  8. 3 years demonstrated experience with ArcGIS Software (ArcGIS Desktop, ArcGIS Pro).
  9. Strong background in providing geospatial technical support and training.
  10. Strong commitment to enhancing business processes and implementing best-in-class solutions.
  11. Curious and driven to consistently pursue high-quality data sets and cartographic products, with a proactive approach in anticipating customer and project needs.
  12. A passion for the geospatial industry, combined with an enthusiasm for exploring and adopting new technologies.
  13. Skilled in managing multiple projects, meeting deadlines, and working both independently and collaboratively.
  14. Strong written and verbal communication skills, including technical writing, public speaking, and preparing reports and briefs in the English Language.
  15. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).