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Role Overview

Confidential Client is seeking an Entry-Level GIS Analyst in Los Angeles, CA to support GIS data reduction, map creation, and spatial analysis using Esri’s ArcGIS suite. This is a full-time opportunity to build hands-on GIS experience across multiple disciplines (environmental, site/civil, geotechnical, transportation, natural resources, landscape architecture, and survey) while working with cross-functional teams.

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What You’ll Do

You will support project teams by preparing, managing, analyzing, and visualizing spatial data to inform design and planning deliverables. Typical responsibilities include:

• Responsible for data reduction, analysis and map creation
• Design and maintain project GIS database(s) to keep project data organized and cataloged
• Use reports, maps, drawings, engineering plans, aerial imagery and tests to perform customized analyses (soil composition, terrain, hydrology, topography, geologic data)
• Review computer-generated reports for quality and revise as needed
• Create customized procedures and perform QA/QC of project data
• Produce data products and GIS visuals for infrastructure planning initiatives
• Run spatial analyses to evaluate current and projected project conditions
• Leverage ArcGIS Online and ArcGIS Portal to develop and train field staff on mobile/web solutions
• Advise project teams on visualization software and convert datasets into required formats
• Support GPS/UAS data collection and processing as needed
• Perform other duties as requested

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Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have the following background and skills:

• Certificate or Bachelor’s degree in GIS, Geography, Computer Science, Environmental Science, or Engineering
• 0–2 years of related work experience (entry-level)
• Strong understanding of cartographic principles, spatial data concepts, projections, data management, digital map production, and QA/QC
• Demonstrated experience with ArcGIS Pro and common desktop extensions (Spatial Analyst, 3D Analyst, etc.)
• Familiarity with ArcGIS for Server, ArcGIS Online, and creating mobile/web applications
• Ability to collect, process, and evaluate GPS data; experience with UAS/drone data capture is a plus
• Knowledge of ESRI geodatabase design and general database manipulation (joins, summarizing, tabular data)
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Access)
• Strong organization, problem solving, written and verbal communication skills
• Attention to detail, ability to multitask, and good judgment
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment

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Compensation & Benefits

• Estimated base: $81,432 per year (estimated — provided by source)
• Full-time benefits typically include medical, dental, and vision coverage; life and disability insurance; 401(k) with company match; paid time off (including parental and military leave); professional license and referral bonuses; and educational reimbursement.
• Additional programs may include flexible schedules, training and mentoring, wellness programs, and employee resource groups.

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Location & Worksite

• Work location: Los Angeles, CA (near Studio City)
• This posting is for a position based in California. Applicants should be eligible to work in the United States.

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Why Apply via Careertakes

Careertakes is acting as the recruiting partner for this opportunity. Applying through Careertakes gives you access to this role and potential matched opportunities across our platform. All hiring decisions are made by the Confidential Client.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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