Associate GIS / Planner - Chicago, IL
Parsons is one of the world's largest transportation planning,
engineering, and construction firms. We have an extensive portfolio of
diverse transportation projects including rail and transit, road and
highway, bridge and tunnel, and aviation infrastructure. Parsons
expertise encompasses all phases of transportation engineering
operations - from the initial planning stage through final design,
construction, and commissioning. Parsons has the people and power to move the world.
POSITION OVERVIEW:
Responsible for the management and use of GIS data in support of
transportation projects. May also participate in the development of
plans for transportation facilities, utilization of land, and physical
facilities of cities, counties, and metropolitan areas. Receives
instructions on specific assignments from senior planning personnel.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:
Produces GIS-based (ArcGIS) products for use in the documentation
and communication of transportation projects. Includes the creation of
visually appealing graphics for reports, public information/relations
materials, and other products.
Performs data analysis tasks using ArcGIS and other analytic tools (e.g., MS Excel)
Manages office's GIS data library including raster and vector data obtained from third parties.
Assists in the creation of project-specific datasets and the
translation of non-native data (e.g., (Microstation, AutoCAD, etc.)
data into ArcGIS.
Must be familiar with State Plane and other coordinate systems and
have the ability to convert GIS and non-native data between coordinate
systems.
May also perform various field and office tasks requiring the
application of basic transportation/ urban/environmental planning
principles and fundamental theories. Gathers, compiles, and analyzes
data on economic, social, and physical factors affecting land use and/or
transportation.
Performs environmental impact analyses and assists in the preparation of environmental impact docucments.
Assists in preparing, coordinating, and facilitating public involvement meetings and consensus-building workshops.
Performs other responsibilities associated with this position as may be appropriate.
PREFERRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
4-year degree in Geography, Urban/Environmental Planning or related field and 0-3 years of related work experience.
Qualifications
SKILLS/COMPETENCIES:
Expertise in the use of ArcGIS software, management of GIS data,
and the production of map-based products for reports/public information.
Requires excellent written and oral communication skills.
Basic knowledge of urban/environmental planning practices and procedures is preferred.
Computer literacy in the software packages typically used in
urban/environmental planning assignments, including Word, Excel, and
Powerpoint is required. Experience with graphics/desktop publishing
software (Adobe Photoshop/InDesign/Publisher) and/or CAD
(MicroStation/AutoCAD) a plus.
Parsons offers an ethical, challenging, diverse, rewarding and
fun work experience where enthusiastic, responsible people use their
energy, talent and dedication to make a difference in the world.
We provide career growth and development, a competitive
compensation and benefits package which includes medical, dental,
vision, and life insurance; tuition reimbursement program; credit union
membership; Employee Stock Ownership Plan and a 401(k) plan. Parsons is
an equal opportunity, drug-free employer committed to diversity in the
workplace. Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran.
Founded in 1944, Parsons is an engineering, construction,
technical, and management services firm with revenues of $3 billion in
2013; it is 100% owned by the Employee Stock Ownership Trust. We conquer
the toughest logistical challenges and deliver design/design-build,
program/construction management, professional services, and innovative
alternative delivery solutions to private industrial customers
worldwide-as well as to federal, regional, and local government
agencies. Parsons is a leader in many diversified markets with a focus
on transportation, environmental/infrastructure, defense/security, and
resources. Currently, more than 13,000 Parsons' employees are engaged in
more than 2,000 projects in 50 states and 29 countries. Collectively,
our dedicated workers speak more that 80 languages and hold more than
10,400 college degrees and professional registrations. Parsons'
employees continue to go anywhere in the world, meet every technical and
management challenge, and persevere until the job is done.