Junior GIS, Database, and Applications Specialist

Company:  Tetra Tech
Location: Denver
Closing Date: 01/11/2024
Salary: £100 - £125 Per Annum
Hours: Full Time
Type: Permanent
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Junior GIS, Database, and Applications Specialist

Discover your full potential. At Tetra Tech, we are collaborating with industry-leading experts for a sustainable future for our world. We combine consulting and engineering with advanced analytics and technology to solve the world’s most complex challenges. Our innovation hubs across the globe will enable you to share ideas and best practices while growing your professional network. Wherever you are in your career journey, you will benefit from working with world-class engineers, scientists, and technical specialists.

Apply today and join the company that is Leading with Science.

Tetra Tech is currently seeking a full-time, highly talented, motivated, and customer-oriented GIS, Database, and Applications specialist for our Denver, CO office. 

You will provide technical support on a variety of projects and programs, including support for federal, state, and local government contracts, as well as commercial clients. 

This position involves but is not limited to: 
• Work directly with clients to establish and document requirements and develop applications using COTS tools and/or customized solutions
• Review existing practices for data collection and management
• Identify targets for improvement
• Use advanced data management tools to automate repetitive processes and improve data quality and visualization products
• Modify existing systems based on changing technologies and client needs.

Secondary functions may include 
• Occasional travel for field work on projects sites
• Assist project managers and field staff with environmental sampling and assessment activities in support of environmental investigation and/or emergency response activities.

Responsibilities may also include training presentations, preparation of standard operating procedures, and other consulting activities.

Sponsorship and relocation assistance are not available for this position. 


Qualifications

This position requires GIS and web-based mapping application development skills as well as working knowledge of SQL Server and other relational database systems. The ideal candidate must have at least 3 years’ related experience. You will also have: 

• Demonstrated experience using ESRI ArcMap/ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Server 10.8 or higher (Experience Builder, Story Map, Field Maps, Survey123), as well as geodatabase design and management skills is preferred. 

In addition, this position requires:
• Criminal background check

• Database skills (e.g. Microsoft Access and SQL Server), a working knowledge of SQL, and experience using ESRIs ArcGIS on-line web-based GIS environment. 

• Developing digital data collection tools is useful and a plus, including ESRI's Survey123, QuickCapture, Collector, and Workforce, and Microsoft Forms, PowerApps, etc.

• Software development experience (e.g. C++, C#, asp.net, etc.), as well as data analysis/task automation experience (e.g. Python, ArcPy, R, VBA, etc.). 

Degree / Certifications
• B.A/B.S. in IT, GIS, Engineering, or related degree (Science / Engineering) required.
• ICS or other related training is desirable.

Work Environment
This position is located in Denver, CO.There is potential for teleworking from a location within 2 hours ground commute from Denver. You must live within 2 hours of Denver, CO in order to be considered for telework. Telework is at the discretion of management and can change at any time with appropriate notice. 

You must be able to:
• Travel. Requires occasional work on environmental cleanup sites and emergency operations center (EOC), as well as in a mobile command post (MCP).
• Bend, kneel, stand.
• Lift and carry objects weighing up to 40lbs. 
• Work outdoors in all weather conditions, both hot and cold. 
• Walk and stand on various, uneven terrain in all weather conditions. 
• Wear full-face respirator and complete annual medical monitoring program, including pulmonary function testing.
• May require some evening and weekend work.
• Drive on a regular basis. Passing a motor vehicle record background check and maintaining a valid driver's license and good driving record is required.


The Salary Range for this position is $55,000 - $63,000 depending on education, experience, skills, and location.


Tetra Tech offers comprehensive benefit options that allow employees to design a plan based on individual needs and assists in planning for long-term financial security. Available benefits include medical, dental and vision insurance, term life, disability, accidental death & dismemberment coverage, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Spending Account (HSA), time off with pay, 401k retirement plan, and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan.


Health and safety play a vital role in our success. Tetra Tech’s employees work together to comply with all applicable health & safety practices and protocols, including any public health orders and regulations that are mandated by local, state, provincial, federal, and international authorities as well as client and project requirements.


The deadline to apply to this position is Friday, November 8, 2024.

About Tetra Tech:

Tetra Tech combines the resources of a global, multibillion-dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in more than 550 locations around the world. Our reputation rests on the technical expertise and dedication of our employees—27,000 associates working together to provide smart, scalable solutions for challenging projects. We are proud to be home to leading technical experts in water, environment, infrastructure, resource management, energy, and international development.

Explore our open positions at Follow us on social media to learn more about our people, culture, and opportunities:

Twitter: @TetraTechJobs

Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Diversity, inclusion, and equity are among Tetra Tech’s core values. Throughout our history, the company has prioritized equitable inclusion of all people. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, military or veteran status, gender, age, disabilities, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information and any other characteristics protected by the law. We invite resumes from all interested parties. Please visit our website at to see the array of diverse services and exciting projects we are currently working on.

Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans for available positions.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

Please no phone calls or agencies.

Additional Information

  • Organization: 103 EMI
  • Requisition #10300001693

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