GIS ETL Associate

NISC develops and implements enterprise-level and customer-facing software solutions for over 960+ utilities and broadbands across North America. Our mission is to deliver technology solutions and services that are Member-focused, quality driven and valued priced. We exist to serve our Members and help them serve their communities through our innovative software products, services and outstanding customer support. NISC has been ranked in ComputerWorld’s Best Places to Work for twenty-two years and we are looking for qualified individuals to join our Team. 

The GIS Conversion Analyst is responsible for the conversion and configuration of E&O (Engineering and Operations) GIS geodatabases. You will also be responsible for collaborating with the team to understand and fulfill needs to automate processes to extract, transform, load and validate data. 

Work Schedule:  

• Hybrid (after an initial training period) from one of our office locations:  
  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • Lake Saint Louis, MO
  • Mandan, ND
• Hybrid Schedule: Minimum of working 3 days per week in the office and ability to work up to all 5 days a week in the office, as needed
• Required Days from an Office Location: Tuesday and Wednesday - the third required day will be up to the candidate and their supervisor to choose 

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Perform GIS project responsibilities by converting customer GIS/staking, engineering and CAD data to NISC GIS data model for use with NISC E&O software, according to all NISC established project conversion guidelines
• Perform quality analysis of customer legacy mapping data sources to assess readiness for use in Engineering and Operations products. Develop written report of analysis findings, scope of work, and proposal of data cleanup services
• Assists with data issues for customers who are using NISC E&O products and recommends changes or enhancements, as directed
• Provides superior customer service to our customers in all encounters
• Promotes and maintains a high-quality, professional, service-oriented company image among users and prospects
• Assists in identifying data requirements related to E&O products
• Conveys customer feedback to management and product development staff, as appropriate
• May be required to travel to customer sites on occasion
• Commitment to NISC Statement of Shared Values
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Strong knowledge of ESRI ArcGIS software including ArcMap, ArcCatalog, ArcGIS
• Strong understanding of how databases are built and modified through the ArcGIS interface
• Strong knowledge of coordinate systems
• Strong foundation of concepts in GIS
• Strong understanding of geometric networks
• Excellent research and problem-solving skills with a strong attention to detail
• Strong desire to produce high quality conversions
• Strong PC skills
• Basic knowledge of SQL Server Express including Management Studio Express and how SQL Server is used within ESRI applications
• Basic knowledge of Python 
• Basic knowledge of FME
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office products including Access, Word and Excel
• Knowledge of the electric and telecom industry or other related industry as related to engineering and operations
• Basic knowledge of AutoCAD and MicroStation
• Familiarity with basic RUS construction unit naming conventions
• Familiarity with project management processes and theory
• Ability to organize and prioritize a large work volume
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to interact in a positive manner with internal and external contacts
• Strong verbal and written interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong telephone etiquette and an ability to deal effectively with Customers

Desired Education and Experience:

• Generally, requires three to five years of experience in geographic information software systems and applications to include ESRI ArcGIS, AutoCAD or other mapping systems. Experience with electric distribution systems and telecom a plus.
• Bachelor’s Degree in a professional field (GIS, Geography or information technology preferred) or equivalent experience.

Minimum Physical Requirements: 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the essential functions of this position, employees must be able to see and communicate.  Employees are regularly required to maintain a stationary position, move, and operate computer keyboards or office equipment.

Disclaimer: 

Management may modify this job description by assigning or reassigning duties and responsibilities at any time.