Senior GIS Data Analyst

Job Description:

Job Description

At Sparklight/Cableone and our family of brands, we keep our customers and associates connected to what matters most. For our associates, that means: a thriving and rewarding career, respect for the communities where they live and work, a focus on health and wellness, an excellent work/life balance, and an open and inclusive workplace.

The ArcGIS Data Specialist is responsible for creating, analyzing, and maintaining digital mapping data using Geographic Information Systems (GIS) to support the company’s efforts in planning, designing, and construction of Fiber and HFC networks in addition to supporting map request for BSL State Challenges and FCC map updates.

This position will provide technical assistance related to geographic information system data maintenance and development. This includes creating, compiling and maintaining data necessary for internal team request to support the business.

What you will do to contribute to the company's success

Set forth below is a list of the essential duties and responsibilities (or "essential functions") of this position.

• Provide support for fiber optic and HFC network mapping utilizing ArcGIS and ArcFM software.
• Provides direct input on the development, design and maintenance of GIS datasets, geodatabases, and related applications developed on top of ESRI’s ArcGIS.
• Assists with data collection, attributing and editing of spatial data including data cleanup, data organization and map creation using ESRI’s ArcGIS software.
• Assists in updating of parcel data using ESRI’s ArcMap/ArcGIS Pro and REGRID data entry (coordinate geometry)
• Familiarity with ArcGIS Server, ArcGIS Online and ArcFM
• Relational database analysis and modeling knowledge
• Provides advanced technical support for GIS related project activities
• Conduct in-depth map research of County, State and Federal records and skillfully interpret documents like maps, aerial photographs, and construction as-builts to gather valuable spatial data.
• Assist in the preparation of specifications and standards pertaining to the company’s use of GIS software for engineering, construction, maintenance and operation of its fiber and DHFC routes.
• Manage and maintain geospatial data related to the fiber & HFC route assets and schematics to inventory the capacities and status of existing fiber infrastructure.
• Perform general calculations and comprehend the theory and function of coordinate systems and geodetic projections.
• Work with internal teams such as Legal, Market Expansion and design teams to support GIS map requests.
• Ensure all related fiber infrastructure geospatial inventories are in alignment with GIS best practices.

Other duties and/or responsibilities not specifically set forth above may, however, be assigned as needed. Whenever practicable and, in accordance with legal guidelines, reasonable accommodation(s) will be made to enable an otherwise qualified individual with a disability to perform the essential functions of the position.

Minimum Qualifications

• Strong cartographic skills using ESRI’s ArcGIS Pro for creation of products for presentation both digitally and in hard copy format.
• 5 years’ plus experience working in ESRI platforms such as ArcGIS and ArcFM implementing applications for accessing and analyzing spatial data using GIS software systems.
• Bachelor’s degree, with focus on GIS.
• Experience producing or updating overlay maps to show information boundaries, utility locations, or topographic features on various base maps at different scales and coordinate systems.
• Demonstrated experience handling multiple priorities, organizing work to meet changing priorities, and working efficiently and effectively under pressure.
• Proven customer service with internal teams, with sense of urgency, attention to detail, and ability to handle situations diplomatically and across various levels of the organization.
• Strong interactive communication and negotiation skills and an aptitude for problem-solving.

Desired Qualifications

• Must have experience with ArcGIS and ESRI
• Understanding of outside plant design & construction techniques.
• Experience using Python and SQL programming languages is a plus.
• Experience using MyWorld, ArcFM and Autocad is a plus

Core Competencies

• Committed: Values each and every customer, while working hard to keep their business and support our communities.
• Helpful: Delivers support in the ways that are most useful to our customers and addresses their needs with expertise, respect, and empathy.
• Proactive: Understand what our customers need, and actively works to make their relationship with use seamless, easy, and rewarding.
• Personal: Knows our customers well, and tailors our communications and interactions to address their needs and expectations.

Benefits

Cable One and our family of brands appreciates the role our associates play to help the company grow, and in return an excellent benefits package is offered to our associates to recognize the importance of their contributions, such as:

• Medical, dental, and vision plans - start when you start!
• Life insurance (self, spouse, children)
• Paid time off (vacation, holiday, and personal/sick days)
• 401(k) - 100% company match starts day 1 of employment (up to 5% of eligible compensation) Group Legal plan with Identity Theft Protection

Additional Perks

• Tuition reimbursement (up to $5,250 on 1st year)
• Up to seventy-five dollars a month towards cable and internet services (in select areas)
• Remote access to select premium channels
• Annual community support to various organizations across the U.S.
• Associate recognition & awards programs
• Advancement opportunities
• Collaborative work environment

Our Commitment

Diversity lies in the communities we serve and among the associates who dedicate themselves to ensure our continued success. Here at Cable One and our family of brands, we believe it is our individual and unique talents, backgrounds, and perspectives that, when combined, truly make us an unstoppable force. "Stronger Together" is not just a verbal cue, it is the motto that our associates live by, exemplify, and embody each and every day.

Cable One and our family of brands is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability.

Pre-hire Processes

Cable One and our family of brands is committed to keeping our associates and customers safe. Job offers are contingent upon the results of background, drug screening, and reference check. Only after successfully passing these pre-hire clearances are individuals approved for hire and ready to start their successful and rewarding career.