GIS Analyst - Level III

Hiring Transparency: • Official Communication: All job offers and communication regarding them will arrive from email addresses ending in @innovateteam.com. • Secure Information: We prioritize your data safety. We never request bank information via email or text. Instead, we follow a secure process through our dedicated payroll system. Remember: If your communication differs from this process, it's not from Innovate. GIS Analyst - Level III Location: Remote, Position: GIS Analyst - Level III Reports To: FLSA: Exempt Location: Remote, Posted: 11/21/25 Job Description Embrace the opportunity to join Innovate! Inc. and become a valued member of our team. We are seeking driven individuals who are passionate about leveraging technology to tackle environmental challenges and drive positive change. If you thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment and are eager to contribute your skills and expertise to innovative projects, we invite you to explore this exciting opportunity further. Read on to learn more about how you can be part of our dynamic team. Innovate! Inc. is seeking a highly motivated individual to join its geospatial solutions team as a GIS Analyst - Level III. You may be called upon to assist with the design, development, and maintenance of geospatial applications through the concept, design, and implementation phases. Your role will also include supporting other personnel in utilizing GIS applications and software as well as interfacing with clients and teaming partners. We are seeking self-starting individuals with a “Let me at it” attitude who can adapt to a fluid work environment and an occasionally demanding schedule. In return, you will be able to be part of a motivated, highly skilled team and will be able to contribute to the growth and positive direction of our company. • Contingent upon contract being awarded* • US Citizenship required* Location: Candidates can work remotely. Salary Range: $75000-$105000 annually Position Status: Full Time; with benefits Benefits include: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K with match, Life Insurance, and PTO KEY RESPONSIBILITIES • Produce maps and cartographic products using Esri products and tools (including ArcInfo and ArcView/ArcMap/ArcGIS). • Manage small-scale GIS projects and provide customer assistance for mapping and geospatial analysis needs. • Analyze complex geographic data and provide technical support for GIS application design, development, and analysis using Esri products and tools. • Design, develop, document, test, and certify applications, programs, and system functionality in support of geospatial analysis, as required. • Provide technical expertise to develop effective solutions to complex, geospatially-focused projects and support project management objectives. • Provide support for cartographic design and high-quality map production projects. • Develop GIS models for high-end data display software and end-user analysis. • Create and manage geospatial databases, including developing and managing data in geodatabases using SQL, Oracle, and other relational database management systems. • Maintain FGDC-compliant metadata for all spatial data under the analyst’s responsibility. • Perform common GIS tasks and contribute to customization of ArcGIS GUIs as needed for analytical workflows. • Provide GPS and GIS services to create original mapping, perform format conversion, maintain data, and prepare reports for various customers. • Process base map data for loading into spatial geodatabases and support data modeling, ingestion, and processing. • Provide GIS, GPS, LIDAR, UAV, and imagery support to the ATF National Response Team at various locations in the continental United States. • Support research efforts involving cutting-edge technologies such as AI, machine learning, and augmented/virtual reality as they apply to geospatial analysis. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS • Education: Associate degree or equivalent. • Experience: 5–8 years of GIS analysis and map production experience. • Demonstrated experience using Esri products (e.g., ArcInfo, ArcView/ArcMap/ArcGIS) for map production and geographic analysis. • Experience in creating, managing, and maintaining geospatial databases and associated metadata. • Experience conducting complex geospatial analysis and developing GIS models for analytical and visualization purposes. • Experience with GPS, LIDAR, UAV, and imagery data to support mapping and analysis tasks. • Experience providing customer-facing GIS support, including assistance, reporting, and presentation of geospatial results. • Ability to meet ATF’s background investigation and security training requirements for access to systems, facilities, and data. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS • Experience supporting law enforcement or criminal intelligence operations with geospatial analysis and mapping. • Experience working with SQL, Oracle, and other RDBMS for geospatial data management. • Experience supporting geospatial requirements in cloud environments (e.g., Azure) and participating in data ingestion and processing pipelines. • Experience presenting geospatial tools, techniques, and software to local, regional, or national audiences. • Experience providing GIS analysis for federal law enforcement, regulatory, or public safety organizations is highly preferred. • Prior work with ATF is desired, especially in support of intelligence, investigations, or National Response Team missions. • Prior work with DOJ is preferred, to leverage familiarity with DOJ processes, data, and mission requirements. LEARN MORE ABOUT US Innovate! Inc. is a certified woman- and minority-owned consulting firm founded in 2002 by Lily Thomas. We provide innovative solutions to management, technology, and program challenges, with a focus on performance, integrity, and building lasting partnerships with our clients. Our team of over 100 experts includes IT and geospatial specialists, program and project management consultants, environmental scientists, and communications and outreach strategists. Our clients include federal, state, tribal, and local governments, private industry, non-profit organizations, higher education institutions, and utilities. Recent awards we received for excellent service include the 2022 SAG Team Award and 2022 Esri Partner Conference High Potential Award. Innovate is a fast-paced, rapidly growing group of entrepreneurs creating a culture of excellence. Rapid advancement within our organization is not only possible but also encouraged. To view our website, visit innovateteam.com. Innovate is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, sex, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, marital status, physical or mental disability, status as a Disabled Veteran, Recently Separated Veteran, Active Duty Wartime or Campaign Badge Veteran, Armed Forces Services Medal, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process or cannot access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, please contact us at [email protected]. Apply tot his job