GIS Technician 1

GIS Technician 1 Fully Remote • Ithaca, NY 14850 Apply Overview Salary Range $24.75 - $32.50 Hourly Position Type Full Time Job Shift Any Apply Description OUR ORGANIZATION : Dairy One Cooperative exists to help farms and members of the agricultural community succeed. We turn data into key decision-making information that is utilized to develop sound business decisions focused on enhancing profitability and operational efficiency. Our staff works diligently to provide leading-edge, decision-making tools and information to the agricultural community we serve. We strive to be a trusted, value-added business partner to our members and stakeholders. Dairy One Cooperative is based in Ithaca, NY. We serve approximately 2500 dairy farm members throughout the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic region. Our dedicated staff of over 250 employees stand ready to assist our members and customers each day. Role and Responsibilities Create, maintain, and edit GIS data features Query GIS data and display results using maps, graphs, and tabular data Standardize geographic data Research and conduct tests on new tools Perform geospatial modeling and spatial analysis Review GIS data for accuracy Act in a software support capacity for internal and external users of ACS proprietary software Build, update, and maintain database, GIS software, and hardware Administer and troubleshoot proprietary applications and GIS solutions Evaluate sources of data ranging from imagery to field data to develop effective efficient modeling strategies Assist in crop-type/yield mapping and other mapping endeavors Design, develop, implement ACS deliverables (farmstead, field, tech, ESR…etc.) Typical Allocation of Time (40hr week) GIS Data & QA/QC: 25% Mapping Deliverables: 40% Analysis & Modeling: 5% Software Support: 25% R&D: 5% Qualifications Qualifications and Education Requirements BS/MS Remote Sensing/Geography/Data Sciences field Proficiency with GIS desktop software and data management Experience with various technology methodologies and applications Ability to process and analyze data Residence in the EST Time Zone Preferred Skills MS GIS Degree Strong team player Excellent verbal and written communication Critical thinking skills ArcGIS Pro AutoCAD Detail oriented Farm or agriculture experience Experience with AgLeader SMS platform Precision Agriculture certificate, apprenticeship, or industry recognized credential