V Group Inc.
Geographic Information System Specialist
Job Title:
GIS Specialist
Location:
2 Broadway, New York, 10004 (Hybrid)
Position Type:
Contract
Duration:
12+ Months
Start Date:
ASAP
Hours:
35 Hrs/Week
SUMMARY The Enterprise Asset Management Value Realization Department of MTA HQ is seeking one temporary contractor to serve as an onsite/remote GIS Analyst/Engineer. The role will provide technical support for various value realization initiatives such as data quality improvements, GIS application creation, and rail engineering support for various MTA agencies.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Writing code, performing standard analysis and geo‑analysis that will combine and transform datasets to meet a specific business need.
Applying quality controls to output data for accuracy and usability by the desired audience.
Developing reports in a variety of formats (Power BI, GIS Maps, Dashboards, automated emails, etc.) to share finished insights.
Breaking down large requests/problems from senior managers into discrete and solvable tasks.
Documenting work in a thorough manner consistent with team standards so that it can be easily understood by teammates.
Creating documents explaining the work done – both the outputs/ insights and the programs used – for technical and non‑technical audiences.
Performing statistical and geospatial analyses on a wide range of datasets.
Keeping skill current by learning new algorithms, programming languages and GIS techniques.
QUALIFICATIONS EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION
Minimum 5 years hands‑on experience supporting ESRI GIS software, ArcGIS Portal, ArcGIS Server, ArcGIS Desktop, Hexagon, Microsoft products, Microsoft Dynamics, SQL and Python.
Strong skills in programming for data analytics, most preferably in Python or SQL; other languages such as R and Java are valuable.
Strong skills in database design and management.
Strong skills in GIS Software Applications, preferably ArcPro and Enterprise, as well as Experience Builder and Survey123 Connect.
Understanding of analytical methods (e.g., probability and statistics, algorithm design).
Familiarity with transit/ transportation systems, particularly the MTA subway, bus and railroad networks.
Exceptional ability to read code and interpret data.
Familiarity with data processing and management support tools, including MS Office, advanced Excel analysis, and business intelligence tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).
Familiarity with transportation planning theory and practice, especially in large‑scale transit systems.
Ability to collaborate and provide support to all levels of MTA, both technical and non‑technical.
Ability to manage projects and help lead team‑based projects.
Proficiency in data management.
Experience in documenting processes, as well as performing quality checks.
Ability to keep up with technical innovation and trends in data science.
Familiarity with KPI metrics and ability to create algorithms to calculate them.
Ability to deconstruct difficult problems into smaller and simpler pieces.
Ability to think at a policy and strategic level.
Excellent oral, written and presentation communication skill in relating technical information to non‑technical personnel.
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
Ability to effectively prioritize and execute in a high‑pressure environment.
Ability to independently set priorities and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment; a self‑starter.
Excellent interpersonal skills including the ability to work with individuals at all levels of the organization.
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Management, Statistics, Mathematics or Transportation Planning/ Civil Engineering.
Ability to write, edit, and understand Python code, SQL or R Programming as well as use GIS Applications.
Familiarity with data exploration/data visualization tools like Tableau, Power BI, Web Focus, etc.
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GIS Specialist
Location:
2 Broadway, New York, 10004 (Hybrid)
Position Type:
Contract
Duration:
12+ Months
Start Date:
ASAP
Hours:
35 Hrs/Week
SUMMARY The Enterprise Asset Management Value Realization Department of MTA HQ is seeking one temporary contractor to serve as an onsite/remote GIS Analyst/Engineer. The role will provide technical support for various value realization initiatives such as data quality improvements, GIS application creation, and rail engineering support for various MTA agencies.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Writing code, performing standard analysis and geo‑analysis that will combine and transform datasets to meet a specific business need.
Applying quality controls to output data for accuracy and usability by the desired audience.
Developing reports in a variety of formats (Power BI, GIS Maps, Dashboards, automated emails, etc.) to share finished insights.
Breaking down large requests/problems from senior managers into discrete and solvable tasks.
Documenting work in a thorough manner consistent with team standards so that it can be easily understood by teammates.
Creating documents explaining the work done – both the outputs/ insights and the programs used – for technical and non‑technical audiences.
Performing statistical and geospatial analyses on a wide range of datasets.
Keeping skill current by learning new algorithms, programming languages and GIS techniques.
QUALIFICATIONS EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION
Minimum 5 years hands‑on experience supporting ESRI GIS software, ArcGIS Portal, ArcGIS Server, ArcGIS Desktop, Hexagon, Microsoft products, Microsoft Dynamics, SQL and Python.
Strong skills in programming for data analytics, most preferably in Python or SQL; other languages such as R and Java are valuable.
Strong skills in database design and management.
Strong skills in GIS Software Applications, preferably ArcPro and Enterprise, as well as Experience Builder and Survey123 Connect.
Understanding of analytical methods (e.g., probability and statistics, algorithm design).
Familiarity with transit/ transportation systems, particularly the MTA subway, bus and railroad networks.
Exceptional ability to read code and interpret data.
Familiarity with data processing and management support tools, including MS Office, advanced Excel analysis, and business intelligence tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).
Familiarity with transportation planning theory and practice, especially in large‑scale transit systems.
Ability to collaborate and provide support to all levels of MTA, both technical and non‑technical.
Ability to manage projects and help lead team‑based projects.
Proficiency in data management.
Experience in documenting processes, as well as performing quality checks.
Ability to keep up with technical innovation and trends in data science.
Familiarity with KPI metrics and ability to create algorithms to calculate them.
Ability to deconstruct difficult problems into smaller and simpler pieces.
Ability to think at a policy and strategic level.
Excellent oral, written and presentation communication skill in relating technical information to non‑technical personnel.
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
Ability to effectively prioritize and execute in a high‑pressure environment.
Ability to independently set priorities and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment; a self‑starter.
Excellent interpersonal skills including the ability to work with individuals at all levels of the organization.
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Management, Statistics, Mathematics or Transportation Planning/ Civil Engineering.
Ability to write, edit, and understand Python code, SQL or R Programming as well as use GIS Applications.
Familiarity with data exploration/data visualization tools like Tableau, Power BI, Web Focus, etc.
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