GIS Developer

VDOT TMPD seeks a junior Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Specialist/Technician to assist the TMPD Planning Data Solutions team in maintaining in-house planning web tool and providing GIS support to transportation planning staff.

The Transportation & Mobility Planning Division (TMPD) manages and administers the Pathways for Planning System (P4P). P4P is a GIS planning tool for maintaining data and information concerning planning activities including the Federal Functional Classification, National Highway System, Census urban area, future needs assessments, and other planning-associated layers. The system features data that includes roadway inventory, traffic projections, and capacity analysis.

Job Requirements:

• Collect, manage, and analyze geospatial data from various sources.
• Assist in the creation of detailed maps, charts, and reports using GIS software.
• Perform geospatial data cleaning, manipulation, and quality control to ensure data accuracy.
• Support the integration of spatial data with other datasets to provide insights for projects.
• Evaluate data, tools, and web platforms for quality assurance and to identify errors and improvements
• Maintain and update GIS databases and documentation.
• Collaborate with other departments to provide GIS-related technical support and training as needed.
• Research and stay updated on GIS tools, technologies, and best practices.
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and other developers to define and execute solutions for geospatial data visualization and analysis

Skills:

Required:

• Proficiency in GIS software such as ArcGIS Pro.
• Proficiency in ArcGIS Online data management, map creation, and app building.
• Basic understanding of spatial analysis techniques and cartography principles.
• Familiarity with database management tools and formats (e.g., Oracle databases and/or PostgreSQL/PostGIS.).
• Basic knowledge of and experience with linear referencing systems in a GIS and tabular format.
• Basic knowledge in automating geospatial processes using python, model builder, or other techniques.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Good communication skills and ability to work in a collaborative team environment.

Preferred:

• Familiarity with Python and SQL, especially in a GIS environment.
• Familiarity with other programming languages, especially R, HTML, JSON.
• Understanding of programming basics.
• Web mapping experience, especially in an AWS environment and using Mapbox.