GIS Project Specialist

About the Role You will work as a GIS Specialist for the development of Cortelande and the Public Space Management cluster. In this position, you ensure that geospatial information, analyses, and visualizations optimally support spatial development, maintenance, and decision-making. You work with diverse datasets and translate complex information into practical insights for project managers, maintenance staff, and colleagues. This role enables you to directly contribute to one of the most distinctive area development projects in the Netherlands, while also supporting the professionalization of geospatial information within the organization. You report to two internal clients: the Middengebied Zuidplaspolder project and the Public Space Management department. You collaborate across disciplines, supporting both the development phase of a new village and ongoing public space maintenance tasks. You will have the opportunity to help shape data-driven workflows, modern GIS processes, and the translation of development goals into operational maintenance. Key Responsibilities Collect, structure, and make accessible available and newly generated data for Cortelande’s development and public space management. Process base, research, technical, and design information, and identify relationships between various data sources. Support project managers and advisors with analyses, visualizations, and information delivery during and after the village’s development. Advise on assets and potential conflicts between elements of the development. Manage, update, and analyze geographic and spatial datasets. Conduct spatial analyses and translate results into actionable insights and recommendations. Develop, maintain, and optimize digital maps, dashboards, story maps, and other geospatial products. Advise project managers and colleagues on GIS capabilities and applications. Translate organizational and client questions into practical GIS solutions. Support projects with geographic data, spatial analyses, and visualizations. Ensure and improve the quality, consistency, and reliability of geospatial information and GIS products. Manage GIS platforms, data sources, and information structures; optimize GIS processes, data management, and information flows. Functionally manage GIS applications and support end users. Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders on geospatial information, data, and information management. Contribute to data-driven working by making geospatial information accessible and usable across the organization. Advise on cost estimates and land exploitation for area development projects. Be part of the Middengebied development project team. About You You operate at HBO (higher professional education) level and feel at home in a dynamic environment tackling spatial and societal challenges. You are highly analytical and approach challenges in a structured, solution-oriented manner. You communicate clearly and possess strong advisory skills. You are client- and service-oriented, and collaborate effectively in multidisciplinary projects and teams. You work independently, maintain a broad perspective, are service-minded, communicative, and environmentally conscious. You naturally have an entrepreneurial mindset and know how to persevere. You are curious and interested in new developments within the geospatial field. You are flexible and able to weigh the interests of various stakeholders. You are a team player who shares knowledge and supports colleagues. You view giving and receiving feedback as a positive way to grow together. You enjoy contributing to societal challenges such as housing, climate resilience, energy transition, sustainability, and space for economy and business through your work. Requirements HBO-level education, preferably in Geo-informatics, Geo-ICT, Geography, Geomatics, or a related field. Minimum 2–5 years of relevant experience in the geospatial or GIS domain. Physical presence at the town hall at least 3 days per week, or as agreed (e.g., Mondays, Wednesdays, and/or Thursdays). Experience with GIS applications, preferably the ESRI platform—including ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Portal, and related tools. Experience processing, analyzing, and visualizing geospatial and spatial data. Knowledge of geographic information systems, geospatial datasets, and spatial analysis techniques. Understanding of core GIS concepts such as coordinate systems, projections, geometries, and data models. Familiarity with Dutch national registries and geospatial standards, including BAG (Basic Registration of Addresses and Buildings), BGT (Basic Registration of Above-Ground Buildings), BRK (Basic Registration of Cadastre), and preferably IMBOR (Integrated Management of Subsurface and Surface). Affinity with data analysis, data quality, and information management. Ability to translate complex issues into practical, usable GIS solutions. Proficiency in Dutch, both spoken and written. Competencies Strong analytical skills Problem-solving mindset Excellent communication skills Strong advisory capabilities Client- and service orientation Flexibility Independence Entrepreneurial spirit Environmental awareness Curiosity and a learning mindset Collaborative team player who actively shares knowledge with colleagues