GIS Specialist

Company Overview We are a Hudson Oaks, Texas-based Internet Service Provider (ISP) delivering High Speed Internet and Voice Services throughout multiple states to residential, business, K-12 Education and government customers. We believe there is much more to an internet company than just delivering cost-effective internet solutions; we believe in delivering an overall customer experience that our competitors simply cannot match. Company Overview We are a Hudson Oaks, Texas-based Internet Service Provider (ISP) delivering High Speed Internet and Voice Services throughout multiple states to residential, business, K-12 Education and government customers. We believe there is much more to an internet company than just delivering cost-effective internet solutions; we believe in delivering an overall customer experience that our competitors simply cannot match. Job Summary: Provide mapping and cartographic analysis in support of infrastructure department. Work as a team member on projects encompassing company goals and government requirements. Responsible for maintaining and supporting company mapping providing asset tracking. Ability to aid in ArcGIS Enterprise maintenance. Essential Functions: Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Utilize various GIS programs, extensions and tools to provide necessary analysis as requested. Create web apps and web maps based on data from ArcGIS Online or ArcGIS Portal Aid in ArcGIS Enterprise Maintenance including database management and management of ArcGIS Portal Use ArcGIS modelbuilder, python, or like tools to automate processes Create processes and analysis to increase efficiency of data transfer, representation, and analysis Conduct research, create/convert GIS data, maps, reports, charts, and other cartographic displays as needed. Update and analyze engineering model input data for network expansion. Support tower construction and buildout comprehensive studies with internal staff and outside consultants. Assist with tower management of the vertical assets through GIS and BillMax software. Help coordinate FCC reporting and executive meetings and presentations. Review and coordinate public and executive information requests sent to this section. Map and maintain Company Current and Planned two to ten-year projects. Map and track RF engineering study submissions and evaluate for coverage. Perform research for various planning and wholesale inquiries. Attend company meetings related to planned and ongoing projects. Provide support and information to development community inquiries, other divisions, departments and outside entities. Perform other duties as assigned Skills: Strong working knowledge of QGIS, Google Earth, Excel, Word and Outlook Experience using ArcGIS Online and ArcGIS Portal to manage, edit, share, and present information Experience working in and managing an ArcGIS Enterprise environment including ArcGIS Portal A self-starter with ability to work with little to no supervision Ability to receive complex problems and develop methods, data, and analysis to answer these questions Must be comfortable in a rapidly changing environment and adapts easily to change Ability to work in a team environment and collaborative in style Excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication skills Professionalism and ability to work with other department managers and supervisors Strong analytical skills, attention to detail and the ability to interpret reports and metrics Ability to use initiative and work efficiently with minimal supervision Education and Experience: 2+ years experience GIS Mapping specialist or similar role 1+ years of working in an ArcGIS Enterprise Environment Experience working with metrics and KPI’s Job Classification: Planning & Development Exempt Work Environment/Hazards: Working conditions are in an office environment or remote The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate Physical Demands: To perform this job successfully, the employee is frequently required to remain in a stationary position. Daily movements include sitting, standing, operating computers and other office equipment and moving about the office. The employee must be able to communicate via email and verbally via telephone. Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers. Visual acuity, speech and hearing, hand and eye coordination and manual dexterity necessary to operate a computer keyboard and basic office equipment. Frequently moving, transporting, positioning objects of 20 pounds or more Working Hours/Days: Monday - Friday 40 hours Overtime as needed Travel Requirements: 0%-5% travel required Occasional Overnight travel Affirmative Action (AAP/EEO Statement): Nextlink is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability. Drug Free Workplace: Nextlink intends to provide a safe work environment that will help protect the safety, health and well-being of all employees. Therefore, we are committed to an alcohol and drug-free workplace. Affirmative Action (AAP/EEO Statement): Nextlink is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability. Drug Free Workplace: Nextlink intends to provide a safe work environment that will help protect the safety, health and well-being of all employees. Therefore, we are committed to an alcohol and drug-free workplace. Apply To This Job