GIS Community Analyst- New Homes
Job Description
CoStar Group (NASDAQ: CSGP) is a leading global provider of commercial and residential real estate information, analytics, and online marketplaces. Included in the S&P 500 Index and the NASDAQ 100, CoStar Group is on a mission to digitize the world’s real estate, empowering all people to discover properties, insights and connections that improve their businesses and lives.
We have been living and breathing the world of real estate information and online marketplaces for over 35 years, giving us the perspective to create truly unique and valuable offerings to our customers. We’ve continually refined, transformed and perfected our approach to our business, creating a language that has become standard in our industry, for our customers, and even our competitors. We continue that effort today and are always working to improve and drive innovation. This is how we deliver for our customers, our employees, and investors. By equipping the brightest minds with the best resources available, we provide an invaluable edge in real estate.
We are seeking a detail-oriented and technically skilled GIS Community Analyst to join our dynamic team. This role focuses on collecting and mapping data for new home subdivisions, contributing to the development and update of our geodatabase . The ideal candidate will be proficient in Geography and GIS software and have a keen understanding of spatial data and urban planning principles.
Responsibilities:
• Collect and manage GIS data for new home subdivisions across various regions.
• Conduct field surveys to gather data as required to verify map accuracy.
• Coordinate with local authorities, developers, and other stakeholders to obtain the most current and accurate data.
• Utilize GIS software to create, update, and maintain maps and databases.
• Ensure data integrity by conducting regular checks and implementing quality control measures.
• Collaborate with team members on projects that require GIS support, providing insights and expertise on geographic data.
• Stay updated with the latest trends and technologies in GIS and apply this knowledge to improve the efficiency and capabilities of the GIS department.
Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree in Geography, GIS, Urban Planning, or a related field.
• 5+ years of proven experience as a GIS analyst or similar role, with a strong foundation in mapping and spatial analysis.
• Proficiency in GIS software such as ESRI ArcGIS, QGIS, or similar platforms.
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Familiarity with ESRI API/ Portal data from municipal, county and state government sites.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with various stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects with varying deadlines.
• Experience in data collection, data entry, and data quality control.
• Knowledge of cartographic principles and spatial data management.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience working with real estate or urban development projects.
• Advanced degree or certifications in GIS or related fields.
• Experience developing custom GIS tools and applications.
• Familiarity with remote sensing technologies and techniques.
What's In It For You?
When you join CoStar Group, you’ll experience a collaborative and innovative culture working alongside the best and brightest to empower our people and customers to succeed.
We offer you generous compensation and performance-based incentives. CoStar Group also invests in your professional and academic growth with internal training, tuition reimbursement, and an inter-office exchange program.
Our benefits package includes (but is not limited to):
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage: Medical / Vision / Dental / Prescription Drug
• Life, legal, and supplementary insurance
• Virtual and in person mental health counseling services for individuals and family
• 401(K) retirement plan with matching contributions
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Access to CoStar Group’s Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Employee Resource Groups
CoStar Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer; we maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing
Location: Richmond, VA
Posted: Aug. 26, 2024, 1:42 a.m.
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