GIS & Data Specialist 1

Montgomery & Associates (M&A) is seeking a GIS & Data Specialist to join our growing team at our Tucson, Arizona, headquarters. This position will provide general, entry-level technical support to hydrologic projects, as well as assist with GIS data production and project deliverables including data compilation, data management and editing, data analysis, quality assurance, and cartographic services, which will be a priority. The GIS & Data Specialist 1 will also be part of an active team responsible for the implementation of web-based data applications and database management related to the company’s custom data management system. This position is intended to be full-time, with flexibility that may allow for a reduced work week.

We encourage you to apply if you have experience with ESRI’s ArcGIS software products—including ArcGIS Pro—and online mapping and data collection applications. We’re looking for a self-motivated professional capable of implementing existing cartographic styles, data management schemas, and workflows, as well as developing new solutions independently as needed to meet project needs.

Responsibilities

Specific responsibilities include:

• Develop report-quality maps in ArcGIS Pro and other data plots, using company style guidelines
• Create and manage geospatial datasets, geodatabases, and relational databases
• Coordinate with project teams regarding GIS requirements and deliverables
• Conduct geospatial data analysis for projects
• Provide support for M&A’s custom data management system, including data entry and data management for projects
• Support mobile data collection activities using Esri field applications (Field Maps, Survey123)
• Create and maintain web-based maps and applications using ArcGIS Online and customized applications
• Use artistic judgment to select appropriate design and layout for each illustration
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Ability to render illustrations for client-facing deliverables
• Ability to accurately and consistently complete work on schedule and with minimal supervision
• Ability to communicate and function in a fast paced, team-oriented environment
• Sufficient understanding of science to successfully create illustrations related to groundwater hydrology
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills
• Academic degree in GIS, computer science, or related discipline
• Fundamental knowledge of the principles, methods, and practical application of ESRI’s ArcGIS software—including ArcGIS Pro—general geoprocessing functionality, geodatabases, and coordinate systems
• Good practical understanding of data management in relational and geospatial databases

At M&A, our mission is to promote a fulfilling and respectful work culture where employees collaborate to deliver pragmatic water resource solutions grounded in the principles of integrity, scientific rigor, and environmental responsibility. We are independently owned by practicing scientists who are committed to these values and to supporting our community partners.

Benefits include

• Competitive benefits and salary in an expanding team-oriented company
• Dynamic work environment with technical training provided by the company
• Challenging and collaborative multidisciplinary projects
• On the job mentoring by senior professionals
• Medical, dental, vision insurance, flexible Spending Account, HRA
• Long- and short-term disability
• Life/AD&D insurance
• Vacation, holiday, personal, and sick leave
• Paid parental leave
• Employer matching 401k retirement plan

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

M&A values diversity and inclusivity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, religious creed, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.