A GIS specialist is responsible for building and maintaining GIS databases and utilizing the GIS software to analyze the spatial and non-spatial information in the databases.
- Supporting the development and management of GIS applications that are based on growing and improving business demands
- Overseeing the planning and coordination of GIS activities to meet the outlined goals
- Developing and managing control quality standards for system application
- Performing data capture and analysis for GIS product
- Overseeing data flow, management, and distribution activities that are aimed at supporting GIS
- Supporting and participating in the designing and development of the geospatial database
- Maintaining up-to-date and accurate geospatial documentation for reference purposes
- Staying up to date or abreast with the latest developments in the GIS field
- Giving support in the development of a work plan for complex projects
- Efficiently managing geospatial databases and developing effective maps and aerial photography.
High analytical thinking to effectively analyze information and databasesGood oral and written communication and interpersonal skills to effectively communicate and work with departmental staff and the managementProfound GIS knowledge, as a GIS specialist is expected to work with various GIS toolsAbility to pay particular attention to details to work with databases and also analyze informationSeveral years of proven work experience either professionally or through an internshipA Bachelor’s degree in a discipline such as Computer Science, Geography, or Engineering