Geographic Information System Specialist

Assistant GIS Specialist Location: Kansas City, Missouri Duration: 12 month contract to direct hire Client: WBI Energy Employment Type: Contract to direct PTS Advance is seeking an Assistant GIS Specialist to support WBI Energy's Environmental team in Akron, Ohio. This is an excellent opportunity for recent graduates or early-career GIS professionals looking to gain hands-on experience with industry-leading geospatial technologies while working alongside experienced professionals on utility and environmental projects. In this role, you'll assist with GIS data development, mapping, spatial analysis, and database management while collaborating with multidisciplinary project teams. If you're detail-oriented, enjoy solving spatial challenges, and have experience with ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online, we'd love to hear from you. Key Responsibilities Assist with GIS analysis, data collection, data development, and mapping for environmental and utility projects. Create, update, and maintain GIS maps, geospatial databases, and map layers. Perform metadata creation, digital feature extraction, land survey research, and property ownership research. Support coordinate system projections and geospatial data transformations. Georeference raster and vector datasets. Perform quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) of GIS deliverables. Utilize ArcGIS, Microsoft Office, deeds, field notes, and project documentation to develop mapping products. Communicate project status with internal teams and clients. Support project goals while maintaining high standards of quality, safety, and customer service. Qualifications Bachelor's degree (completed) in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Geography, Geomatics, Computer Science, or a related field. Internship or related GIS consulting experience preferred. Minimum GPA of 3.0 strongly preferred. Master's degree may substitute for one year of experience. GISP or Esri Technical Certification is a plus. Required Skills ArcGIS Pro ArcGIS Online (AGOL) Esri Enterprise and other Esri products ArcPy and basic Python scripting Microsoft Office Suite GIS data management and cartography QA/QC processes Technical writing Project coordination Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills Additional Requirements Must be authorized to work in the United States as a U.S. Citizen or Lawful Permanent Resident (Green Card holder). H-1B sponsorship is not available. Ability to pass a background check, driving record review, and pre-employment drug screening. Approximately 5% travel required (reimbursable per company policy).