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GIS Specialist

InfiCareHamilton Township, NJ🇺🇸United StatesPosted Sep 14, 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

You'll gain valuable experience managing critical GIS data layers and contributing to important state land management policies. This role is ideal for a mid-senior GIS professional who thrives on spatial analysis and data refinement, offering a fantastic opportunity to enhance your skills within a reputable organization. Apply now to become an integral part of this impactful team!

Quick Overview

Seniority
Mid Senior
Work mode
On Site
Location
Hamilton Township, NJ, United States
Posted
3 days ago

Job Description

Job Title: GIS Specialist

Location: Trenton, NJ

Job Type: Contract

Duration: 8 Months

Experience: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university required

Job Overview

 

Our client is seeking a GIS Specialist to support the Bureau of Tidelands in managing and maintaining the Tidelands GIS Data Layer used by both the public and internal staff. This role involves working with spatial and non-spatial digital data, historic maps, and aerial photography to support the management of State-owned lands.

Key Responsibilities

 
  • Update and maintain the Tidelands GIS Data Layer for public and internal use
  • Georeferencing scanned maps and aerial photography
  • Feature identification, classification, and enhancement
  • Perform area calculations and spatial analysis on raster and vector data
  • Conduct GIS research to assist in establishing Tidelands policies
  • Prepare reports with recommendations for the Tidelands Resource Council
  • Process Tidelands Grants and Licenses
  • Provide hardware and software support, including GIS training and user assistance
  • Participate in enhancement and development of GIS technology for online Tidelands applications
  • Assist with field data collection using tablets, smartphones, and GPS units
  • Support maintenance of the Watershed and Land Management and Tidelands website in conjunction with the IT Group
  • Communicate with applicants and assist with preparation of technical reports

Required Skills

 
  • GIS data layer management and spatial analysis
  • Georeferencing of scanned maps and aerial photography
  • Raster and vector data processing
  • Feature identification and classification
  • Field data collection using GPS, tablets, and smartphones
  • Technical report writing
  • GIS software proficiency (e.g., ArcGIS/ESRI)

Preferred Skills

 
  • Experience with online/web GIS application development and support
  • Background in environmental or land management GIS contexts
  • GIS training and end-user support experience

Location & Work Model

 

Onsite — Trenton, NJ

Engagement Details

 

Contract — 8 months

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