Geographer

Actalent is currently seeking a qualified Geographer for a position in the Portland Metro Area. This Geographer provides high-level, professional GIS (Geographic Information System) analysis, support, and assistance to the Geomatics (TERG) organization of the Real Property Services (TER) department of Bonneville Power Administration (BPA). The Geomatics organization is responsible for providing geospatial support in the maintenance, operation, and development of new BPA facilities. This assignment provides advanced professional GIS services utilizing computerized data capture, storage, and analysis techniques for visual displays, spatial analysis, and tabular reports on a wide variety of geographical projects. Responsibilities • Provide SDE GIS database administration and management functions within scope and authority of non-IT GIS personnel to validate optimal database integrity and performance. • Work with BPA IT GIS staff to refine and develop GIS data editing workflows that utilize specifically designed tools and software extensions that incorporate industry standards and best practices. • Develop and maintain documentation of data management and workflow processes, procedures, and tools to provide training and guidance for managing an enterprise GIS database utilizing multi-user versioned editing workflows. • Mark documents and maintain filing system(s), files, emails, and records in accordance with compliance requirements. Share and disperse documents only to appropriate personnel (those with a Lawful Government Purpose (LGP) to know). Mark and maintain all official records in accordance with the Information Security (INFOSEC) and Information Governance & Lifecycle Management (IGLM) standards and procedures. Validate official records are accurately maintained for auditing purposes. • With oversight and approval from the BPA Manager: • Develop, configure, and assist in administration of ArcGIS Enterprise and/or ArcGIS Online GIS platform environments using industry standard web and software development tools and scripting languages. • Configure and maintain data and models within ESRI applications such as Utility Network, Parcel Fabric, Workflow Manager and Field Maps. • Develop custom web mapping applications using industry standard software development tools and scripting languages such as JavaScript, Python, HTML, CSS, etc. to support project-specific visualization and status reporting portals. May also include the use of version control systems to maintain and document code revisions. • Develop systematic quality assurance and control (QA/QC) methods and workflows, using Python scripts or other automated techniques, to provide review of corporate transmission asset GIS data. • Create advanced geoprocessing scripts and/or models to assist in data analysis, integration, visualization, and automation of GIS product development. • Assist with the creation and maintenance of an enterprise-wide set of authoritative ArcGIS feature layers that include standard symbology, database query statements and current metadata. • Design and maintain databases and verify data quality using automated and manual techniques to enter, edit, and process data sets. • Support the timely delivery of data and map products between Geomatics and other organizational units for the design, acquisition, and construction of BPA’s transmission facilities. • Develop records and data management processes, procedures, and tools for clients and provide guidance for managing these records and systems. • Prepare and maintain BPA GIS datasets for external data sharing agreements and requests. • Give demonstrations, presentations and produce documents on GIS work performed by BPA. • Project Facilitation: • Facilitate technical aspects of GIS projects in support of BPA transmission construction projects, fiber optic projects, communication system projects, land management and environmental projects. Support includes project-specific spatial analysis and the design and preparation of publication quality cartographic and tabular report products. • Coordinate the facilitation of GIS projects, including the development of technical priorities, client reporting and interface, or coordination and validation of project schedules. • Provide geographic expertise and consultation for long-range transmission facility right-of-way corridor planning projects, natural resource projects, operation and maintenance projects for existing BPA facilities, environmental review and compliance projects, fish and wildlife projects related to BPA’s program and mission. Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in geography, cartography, natural resources, landscape architecture, environmental, urban, or regional planning with a strong emphasis in computer-assisted spatial analysis. • 6 years of experience required with an applicable Bachelor’s degree or 10 years of experience required without a degree. • Proficient in providing professional GIS services utilizing computerized data capture, storage, and analysis techniques. • Knowledge of PC operating systems and ESRI ArcGIS software. • Ability to develop, maintain, and modify geo-processing models and scripts. • Capability to lead or train technicians in GIS analytical procedures. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Vancouver, WA. Pay And Benefits The pay range for this position is $48.00 - $53.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a hybrid position in Vancouver,WA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Apr 1, 2026. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, Diversity And Inclusion Are a Bridge Towards The Equity And Success Of Our People. 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