GIS Analyst – Project Lead - 25-33927

Job Title: GIS Analyst – Project Lead

Location: Columbia, SC (100% Onsite)
Duration: 12 Months Contract
Pay : $45.00/HR

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled GIS Analyst – Project Lead to support a major data migration and GIS modernization initiative. The project involves transitioning an existing Oracle Spatial database (maintained via GeoMedia) to a SQL database managed within the ESRI Roads and Highways on-premise environment. The role includes database conversion, software upgrade coordination, GIS data management, and map production.

This is a fully onsite position in Columbia, SC.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce high-quality digital and printed maps using advanced GIS and mapping applications.

• Perform GIS data collection, maintenance, editing, and spatial analysis activities.

• Update and maintain GIS database tables to reflect changes in features and attributes.

• Conduct quality assurance and quality control to ensure spatial accuracy and data integrity.

• Assist in creating and updating procedural documentation and workflow manuals.

• Perform software and procedural testing, evaluation, and research as assigned.

• Support the migration and conversion of spatial databases from Oracle Spatial to SQL.

• Execute tasks as assigned by the project manager or technical lead.

Required Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Geography, GIS, Computer Science, or a Physical Science field.

Required Skills (Ranked)

• 3+ years of experience with GIS/mapping software and applications

• 3+ years working with spatial databases

• 3+ years of cartographic/map production experience

• 1+ year of experience with database design principles

Preferred Skills (Ranked)

• Experience with ArcGIS Pro

• Experience with SQL databases

• Experience with ArcGIS Roads and Highways Extension