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Job Description

Job Description

Ritter Communications is the largest privately held telecommunications provider serving exclusively the Mid-South, offering world-class broadband fiber, telecom, video, cloud and data center services. The company has grown rapidly over the years, investing millions recently in technology infrastructure and is now serving 155 communities and more than 57,000 customers in Arkansas, Texas, Missouri and Tennessee. Headquartered in Jonesboro, Arkansas, Ritter Communications invests heavily in the communities it serves by deploying proven, best-in-class infrastructure and technology, while coupling it with a world-class customer-focused experience.

General Summary :

The GIS Engineer drives the GIS roadmap guiding the future of the Company’s spatial infrastructure to align needs with top industry tools, best practices, and software suites. This role will be responsible for designing, developing, updating, and maintaining GIS databases, while also ensuring the accuracy and integrity of all records.

In addition to technical expertise, the GIS Engineer will provide support and training on GIS software and applications, while staying updated on the latest advancements in GIS technology to recommend improvements to workflows and processes.

Essential Job Functions :

• Designs, develops, updates, and maintains GIS databases;
• Develops custom GIS applications and tools;
• Develops automation for importing, exporting, data entry, reporting, and updating of spatial data;
• Collects and manages spatial data from various sources including satellite imagery, GPS, databases, etc.;
• Conducts spatial analysis to identify patterns, trends, and relationships within geographic data;
• Performs spatial modeling, network analysis, and geographic projections;
• Generates reports, maps, and visualizations to effectively communicate analysis results;
• Performs data analysis and create maps and reports;
• Provides technical support and training on GIS software and applications;
• Stays up to date on advancements in GIS technology and recommend improvements to workflows and processes;
• Collaborates with teams to understand needs and deliver GIS solutions that meet project objectives;
• Coordinates with internal and external partners for data acquisition and integration;
• Travels to customer sites, project areas, business related events, and other Ritter Communications locations as required;
• Performs other duties as required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

Education and Experience :

Ritter Communications is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We strive to maintain a drug-free workplace.

We offer competitive compensation and an outstanding benefits package including health, dental, vision, cancer, accident and life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, 401(k) with company match, flexible spending accounts, free gym membership, company discounts, tuition reimbursement, paid training, paid leave, and much more!