Intermediate Geo-spatial Data Analyst

ROLE OBJECTIVE:
Reporting to the Vice President of Data Solutions (or his designate), the Intermediate Geo-Spatial Data Analyst is responsible for completing client project work in a timely manner using standard practices and a variety of database and software tools. This individual must be detail oriented, have strong quantitative skills and enjoy working with databases.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
To effectively fulfill the responsibilities of this position, the employee must be able to do the following:

- Create meaningful deliverables that meet client objectives
- Work in a dynamic environment
- Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders
- Onboard client data and build analytical files for client projects
- Analyze client data using data mining techniques
- Create visualizations using GIS tools
- Perform ETL tasks with a variety of data types and formats
- Automate recurring processes to create efficiencies
- Create and maintain documentation outlining best practices specific to the department
- Maintain quality control on all projects

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIRED SKILLS:

- Education - University degree Geography, Urban Planning, Economics or related field
- Experience - A minimum of two (2) years of work experience in a related field
- Technical Skills - Skilled in Microsoft Office products, GIS products such as ArcGIS and database software. Knowledgeable about GIS, spatial analysis, geodemography, database design, data mining, mapping, trade area analysis, customer analysis, market penetration and market potential, retail analysis, demographics, segmentation and survey data. Experience with census data, geographic hierarchies, postal geography, target marketing, direct marketing, addressed and unaddressed mail campaigns, and response analysis. Must also have:

- Basic understanding of relational database management (preferably Alteryx, SQL Server, or Snowflake)
- Basic understanding of computer programming techniques (preferably Python)
- Experience with geodatabase structures, information and spatial data
- Experience with available Canadian and US data sets
- Familiarity with predictive modeling methods
- Analytical Skills - Effectively researches and synthesizes complex or diverse information; uses intuition and experience to complement data and designs work flows and procedures.
- Judgment - Displays willingness to make timely decisions, including appropriate people in the decision-making process and exhibits sound and accurate judgment; supports and explains reasoning for decisions
- Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities effectively.
- Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views, giving and welcoming feedback. Puts success of team above own interests and demonstrates ability to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives. Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
- Communication Skills - Able to clearly communicate ideas and expectations. Effectively listens for understanding and asks questions for clarification. Presents ideas effectively in both verbal and written form.
- Interpersonal Skills - Approachable and easy to talk to. Relates well to all kinds of people in the organization. Able to effectively build rapport with others. Uses diplomacy and tact. Maintains composure and shows an ability to resolve conflicts and gain agreement.
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ABOUT ENVIRONICS ANALYTICS

Environics Analytics (EA) is a marketing services company that specializes in geodemographic-based segmentation, site evaluation modelling and custom analytics.
- At EA, you will solve meaningful and challenging tasks with a friendly team of the most brilliant minds. We hire personality, not just a pair of hands. Here you're free to express your unique qualities, explore different domains and technologies that interest you.