Senior GIS Analyst

The Planet Group
Lansing, MI

Contract Length: : 12 months

Schedule: 40 Hours


Senior GIS Analyst | Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in GIS, Geography, Engineering, or related field required.
  • Minimum 5-7 years professional experience in GIS.
  • Strong experience with the Esri ArcGIS platform, including ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS Pro, and web GIS architecture.
  • Demonstrated experience working in enterprise GIS environments, including data management, workflow configuration, and system design.
  • Experience working with utility data, preferably gas distribution systems, including asset modeling and operational workflows.
  • High proficiency in Microsoft Excel (data analysis, validation) and standard business tools.
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently, apply analytical judgment, and solve ambiguous problems.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality results in a fast-paced, evolving environment
  • Proven effectiveness in a work environment with cross-functional partners.
  • Experience with ArcGIS Networks, including data modeling, configuration, or implementation support.
  • Experience with Survey 123, SAP or other enterprise Work Management Systems.
  • Background in utilities, engineering, integrity management, or regulatory compliance.
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to explain complex GIS concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Experience leading GIS tasks or workstreams, including planning, coordination, and quality assurance.

Senior GIS Analyst | Responsibilities:

Utility Network Program Transformation-

  • Lead the design and implementation of a statewide digital redlining framework to support integration into the authoritative gas GIS dataset.
  • Translate legacy GIS and paper-based workflows into scalable, standardized processes aligned with Utility Network data models and business requirements.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineering, operations, IT, and external vendors to ensure GIS solutions align with enterprise architecture and downstream system integrations.
  • Support data readiness activities including data validation, migration support, and alignment to Utility Network standards and best practices.
  • Extensive experience with geographically derived assessments, enterprise data integration, spatial data governance, metadata management and interpretation of business and performance metrics to support transformation objectives.
  • Design, develop, and maintain web GIS applications using Esri tools including Experience Builder, Story Maps, Dashboards, Field Maps, and Survey123 within ArcGIS Enterprise and ArcGIS Online.

Advanced GIS Data Management & Analysis-

  • Perform complex GIS data analysis, segmentation, and restructuring of gas distribution assets to improve accuracy, consistency, and usability.
  • Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve data inconsistencies and misalignments across GIS datasets and integrated systems.
  • Validate digital redlines and data fields associated with gas services and distribution assets to meet production goals and compliance expectations.
  • Support development of data validation rules, automation processes, and repeatable workflows to improve data quality.

Data Governance, Quality & Continuous Improvement-

  • Establish and reinforce GIS data quality standards related to asset management.
  • Identify systemic data issues and recommend process improvements, automation opportunities, or structural data changes to improve long-term data health.
  • Develop and maintain standard work, job aids, and documentation to support consistent execution of GIS workflows.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement efforts by identifying opportunities to streamline processes, reduce manual effort, and enhance overall system usability.

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