01/15/2008

JOB DESCRIPTION

Title: Geographic Information System Analyst                 

Job location: Houston, TX

Start Date: 09/18/2008

Job Type: Consulting

Reports To:  Senior Analyst GIS Analyst

Job Functions:

• Duties involve research, data collection, analysis, report/grant preparation, map generation, computer network modeling and other duties as assigned.
• Thought partnering with consultants and supporting the problem solving process in areas such as location planning, territory design, consumer demographic profiling, market sizing and segmentation, and other geospatial analysis.
• Collaborating with colleagues to build world-class geospatial research and analytic capabilities by developing proprietary knowledge, tools, and analytic methodologies.
• Sharing specialized geographic and demographic knowledge with colleagues through trainings, coaching and written documents.
• Managing a number of consultant contracts and agreements with partner agencies to ensure compliance with program requirements;
• Review of consultant deliverables for adherence to the detailed scope of work, schedule, and budget;
• Evaluating the consultants/programs performance and making recommendations for improvement
• Preparation of a on-call for projects. and evaluate project applications;
• Writing memos and making presentations regarding the Program to various committees and technical organizations; and,
• Assisting other employees in carrying out related tasks.

Job Qualification Requirements

Technical Knowledge:

The offered position, Geographic Information Systems Analyst requires a Bachelor’s degree in Community Planning, Civil Engineering, Transportation Engineering, or a related field. 

Prior knowledge of ArcGIS, AutoCad 2000

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint