Enterprise Geospatial Systems Analyst at Range Resources

Fort Worth, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

19 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Geospatial Systems, Technical Support, GIS Documentation, Python, SQL, JavaScript, ArcGIS, Data Management, Customer Service, Troubleshooting, Project Management, Geoprocessing, Relational Databases, GIS Training, Process Improvement, Collaboration, Communication

Industry

Oil and Gas

Description

Position Summary: The Enterprise Geospatial Systems Analyst (GIS Analyst) provides support for geospatial systems and processes used throughout our corporate and divisional offices on a daily basis. This position is housed in the IT department and reports to the IT PetroTechnical Applications Manager. Primary responsibilities include installation, configuration, maintenance, training, and documentation of commercial, in-house, and custom GIS processes, services, and workflows. In this role, the Analyst serves as the face of the Enterprise GIS team and is familiar with geospatial data formats and standards, availability and usage of internal datasets, modern web GIS concepts, GIS conventions in the oil and gas industry, relational database concepts and technology, common GIS desktop tools, and general IT practices. The Analyst will be required to adapt and adjust to evolving technology and provide timely technical support to end-users across the company. As part of the support role, responsibilities also include in-person and remote training sessions for GIS users across the company to assure a high return on the investment in GIS infrastructure. This includes speaking and presenting in front of groups of users as well as being proactive about reaching out to users on a regular basis. Although the Analyst will receive regular instruction or direction from senior-level staff, being a self-starter, who identifies opportunities for process improvement and completes projects with minimal direction, will be very beneficial. Routinely, the Analyst will also spearhead small projects related to upgrading and/or enhancing web and desktop GIS software to meet business needs, exploring opportunities for the use of new software products or datasets, or responding to such requests by the business community. This will often be a collaborative effort with other GIS staff or internal teams, commercial vendors and/or consultants. This position is expected to meet high standards for customer service and professionalism. An employee in this position establishes and sustains close working relationships with internal business customers, IT staff, and other subject matter experts. Located in the IT department, the Analyst adheres to all department operating procedures and company policies. Responsibilities: * Provide technical support, application documentation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of geospatial applications. * Manipulate and maintain map documents/projects as required. * Perform geoprocessing tasks. Support and maintain existing data loading processes for the Enterprise GIS databases. * Develop new processes as required; Automate redundant tasks, using tools such as model builder, FME, and/or Python. * Install, configure, test, and deploy ArcGIS software; Provide training for end users. * Collaborate with GIS staff to complete complex IT-based projects. * Design, write, and maintain GIS documentation and business requirements to ensure that projects are executed in a timely manner and scope is well defined. * Ensure effective testing, implementation, and instruction regarding system enhancements. Provide post implementation systems support. * Communicate regularly with data and software vendors. Make use of support services with our software vendors (i.e. ESRI) as needed to resolve technical issues. * Maintain existing ArcGIS Server web map services and create new ones as needed. * Monitor automated server tasks and report on success/failure. * Other duties as assigned. Being courteous, cooperative, and helpful are conditions of employment with Range. Additionally, each item listed below is an essential function of this position. · Regular and timely attendance · Deal professionally and respectfully with coworkers, management and others · Read, comprehend and follow applicable policies, procedures and directions · Work with others as part of a team to ensure efficient operations and enhanced productivity · Safeguard confidential information and disclose only to those in "need-to-know" positions · Safeguard and enhance Range's assets and business interests · Consistently perform all job duties at an acceptable level Qualifications Education and Experience: Degree in Computer Science, Business Information Systems, Geology, Geography or a related field. Minimum Experience: 3 + years of relevant experience, preferably in an IT setting. Professional Certifications/Training Required: Python, SQL, and JavaScript Professional Certifications/Training Preferred: ESRI Enterprise and FME System Administration, Project Management Oil & Gas Exp Required: Preferred Required Skills: * Demonstrate effective communication, presentation, customer service, and strong troubleshooting skills, as well as a solid understanding of relational databases and desktop-server concepts. * Previous experience supporting geospatial client-server applications, databases, and ETL processes is required. Particularly, experience with administration of SDE databases (versioning, multi-user environment, raster/vector data loading) and web-based maps using ArcGIS Enterprise (Portal/Server). * Understanding of coordinate systems, datums, transformations, and basic geographic and cartographic concepts is critical. * Must be dedicated to realistic scoping of project work as it relates to schedules and budgets, and comfortable with documenting progress or roadblocks by communicating with stakeholders through frequent, detailed, and relevant project updates. * Exhibit a strategic mind-set and a desire for learning new technologies. Thrive in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment as an individual contributor and team player. Motivated by opportunities for growth and development. Preferred Skills: * Knowledge and experience administering FME, as well as development experience with programming languages is beneficial. * Familiarity with mobile GIS applications (ArcGIS Fieldmaps), Geocortex/VertiGIS Studio software, QGIS (Quorum GIS), commercial data management, and data analytics is helpful. Experience with other oil and gas G&G applications would be a substantial benefit. Equipment/Machinery: ESRI ArcGIS Desktop/Pro and ArcGIS Server technology, Geocortex Essentials/VertiGIS Studio, FME Server, Python, JavaScript, SQL, Large format plotters, Microsoft Teams, Microsoft Office, Range Geospatial Third-Party Systems/Interfaces, Range Geospatial Proprietary Systems/Interfaces Physical Requirements : Bending, Carrying up to 20lbs, Data Entry, Filing, Holding up to 20lbs, Lifting up to 20lbs, Pushing and/or Pulling up to 20lbs, Sitting, Sorting, Standing, Typing, Vision, Walking, Writing (by hand) Physical Requirement Considerations: The physical requirements that are defined above are the most common requirements for this role. Exact physical requirements may vary for many reasons, including but not limited to physical location, working conditions, and responsibilities not specifically listed in this description. Final determination of physical requirements will be made by the supervisor. Working Conditions: Working conditions vary based on the location of the work performed. Work performed in an office is typically in a climate controlled indoor setting. Work performed in the field may require the employee to be subjected to seasonal field conditions ranging from normal to extreme temperature and weather conditions and employees must be able to work in remote, isolated areas. Hybrid telecommuting schedule available - We value and appreciate work-life balance at Range, and we know this is a key component to achieving success in the workplace. Range has a formal Telecommuting Policy to allow for remote work flexibility options moving forward, based on manager discretion and job demands. These hybrid options allow for our employees to still collaborate in the office and also have the ability to manage workflow at home. Range believes that maximizing our technology resources and infrastructure, while listening to our employees' needs, benefits both the company and our workforce.

Responsibilities

The Enterprise Geospatial Systems Analyst provides support for geospatial systems and processes, including installation, configuration, maintenance, training, and documentation. The Analyst also spearheads small projects related to upgrading GIS software and collaborates with other GIS staff and internal teams.