GIS Analyst/Specialist

Located in New York, NY ( Hybrid ) looking for a GIS Analyst/Specialist for a long term contract assignment.Critical Key requirements· A minimum of 5-10 years custom GIS Development experience, Asset Management, Transportation experience · Preferable 2+ years working experience with Railroad/Transit industry· Minimum 5 years hands-on experience of experience in supporting ESRI GIS software, Portal of ArcGIS, ArcGIS Server, ArcGIS Desktop, HeXagon, Microsoft products, Microsoft Dynamics, Coding Languages such as: SQL & Python· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills SUMMARY of the FUNCTION/RoleThe Enterprise Asset Management Value Realization Department of HQ is seeking One (1) temporary contractor to serve as an onsite/remote (1 Day from home maximum) as a GIS ANALYST/SPECIALIST/ENGINEER. This position is to provide technical support for various value realization Enterprise Asset Management Initiatives such as data quality improvements, GIS application creation, & Rail Engineering support work for various 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. · Minimum 5 years hands-on experience of experience in supporting ESRI GIS software, Portal of ArcGIS, ArcGIS Server, ArcGIS Desktop, HeXagon, Microsoft products, Microsoft Dynamics, Coding Languages such as: SQL & Python· Strong skills in programming for data analytics, most preferably in Python or SQL, but other languages such as R and Java are valuable.· Strong skills in database designs 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).· 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, both technical and nontechnical.· 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· Strong written communication skills.· 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 inter-personal 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. Job Type: Contract Pay: $65.00 - $75.00 per hour Benefits: 401(k) Health insurance Work Location: Hybrid remote in New York, NY 10004