GIS Specialist – Utility Mapping, Data Quality, Data Acceptance Testing

Job Description:

  • Perform GIS editing and data remediation for electric utility assets
  • Update and maintain spatial and attribute data in accordance with defined standards and workflows
  • Support data cleanup initiatives to improve overall asset data quality and confidence
  • Ensure alignment between GIS, engineering records, and system-of-record data sources
  • Execute Data Acceptance Testing (DAT) workflows across conflated GIS and asset datasets
  • Perform detailed review and validation of conflated data outputs, ensuring alignment between source systems (e.g., GIS, SAP, engineering records, and field-collected data)
  • Validate spatial and attribute accuracy of assets resulting from conflation processes (merging, alignment, and reconciliation of disparate datasets)
  • Apply standardized QA/QC protocols and acceptance criteria to determine data acceptance or rejection
  • Conduct structured sampling to validate overall data quality
  • Identify, document, and categorize defects introduced through conflation or data integration processes
  • Support root cause analysis of data issues related to source system inconsistencies
  • Track and log effort, cycle time, and complexity associated with each DAT task
  • Maintain detailed records of throughput
  • Contribute to development of unit-based performance benchmarks
  • Provide input into reporting on data quality trends, defect rates, and process efficiency
  • Validate field-collected, legacy, and third-party data prior to system integration
  • Identify data gaps and coordinate resolution with cross-functional teams
  • Ensure data consistency across multiple platforms
  • Participate in QA/QC reviews to ensure compliance with program standards
  • Provide feedback on workflow inefficiencies and automation opportunities
  • Support continuous improvement of DAT processes and data validation methodologies
  • Contribute to documentation of workflows, standards, and best practices
  • Work closely with program managers, quality teams, and engineering resources
  • Coordinate with field validation teams to resolve discrepancies
  • Support alignment across GIS, data, and program workstreams
  • Participate in structured program cadences

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in GIS, Geography, Geospatial Science, or a related field
  • 3–5 years of professional GIS experience
  • Experience supporting mapping, data maintenance, or asset data workflows
  • Experience working in structured QA/QC or data validation environments preferred
  • Proficiency with enterprise GIS platforms (Esri preferred) and spatial data editing
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy and quality
  • Ability to follow defined processes, workflows, and acceptance criteria
  • Experience with QA/QC methodologies and data validation processes
  • Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to manage high-volume workloads in a production-driven environment
  • Strong organizational and communication skills

Benefits:

  • Medical Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Disability Insurance (STD/LTD)
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Health Savings Account
  • Basic Life/AD&D
  • 401(k) plan
  • Paid Time Off
  • Company Holidays
  • Leave of Absence
  • Remote work and Flexible Work Schedules (for qualified positions)
  • Employee Referral Program
  • Professional Development
  • Charitable Contribution Match
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