GIS & Data Analyst

About Trutta Trutta Environmental Solutions, LLC is an environmental consulting company serving the water resources and fisheries communities. Trutta develops and applies innovative, data-driven methods to help clients better understand streams, rivers, aquatic habitat, and watershed conditions. The company is the developer of the High Definition Stream Survey (HDSS) methodology, which integrates field video, GPS, depth, water quality, sonar, GIS, and other data to support stream and river assessment, habitat mapping, restoration planning, regulatory compliance, and resource management. Position Summary Trutta is seeking a highly organized and technically skilled GIS & Data Analyst to support the processing, management, quality assurance, analysis, and visualization of environmental data collected through the High Definition Stream Survey (HDSS) and other projects. Reporting directly to the Operations Manager, this position serves as a technical lead for GIS mapping, database organization, quality control of environmental classifications, data analysis, and reporting. The successful candidate will work closely with field staff, data classifiers, project managers, and scientists to ensure high-quality deliverables for clients. This position offers opportunities to develop new workflows, improve data management systems, and apply automation tools that increase efficiency across multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain GIS maps and spatial datasets for environmental projects.
• Organize, manage, and maintain project databases and associated documentation.
• Review classifications completed by Data Classifiers to ensure consistency and accuracy.
• Perform environmental data classification when needed.
• Analyze spatial and environmental datasets to identify trends and support project objectives.
• Prepare figures, maps, tables, and graphics for technical reports and client deliverables.
• Develop and improve data management workflows and quality assurance procedures.
• Assist with integrating multiple data sources including GPS, video, sonar, water quality, and field observations.
• Support development of automated workflows through scripting or database tools where appropriate.
• Coordinate with project managers and technical staff to ensure project deadlines are met.
• Maintain organized project files and metadata following company standards.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in GIS, Geography, Environmental Science, Natural Resources, Biology, Fisheries, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Demonstrated experience using ArcGIS Pro (or comparable GIS software).
• Strong organizational skills with experience managing large datasets.
• Experience creating maps and spatial analyses for technical projects.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality control.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Take ownership of assignments, work independently, and seek opportunities to improve workflows and efficiency.
• Thrive in a fast-paced small team consulting environment with changing priorities and multiple concurrent projects.
• Values diverse perspectives and contribute to an inclusive team environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Office applications.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with relational databases, SQL, or database management.
• Experience with Python, ModelBuilder, ArcPy, or other scripting languages.
• Experience automating GIS or data processing workflows.
• Familiarity with environmental consulting or water resources projects.
• Knowledge of stream ecology, fisheries, aquatic habitat, watershed science, or restoration.
• Experience reviewing and performing quality assurance on classified datasets.
• Familiarity with GPS, field data collection, remote sensing, or geospatial data processing.
• Experience developing dashboards or data visualization products.
• Prior experience working with environmental video, imagery, or sensor datasets.

Reporting Structure This position reports directly to the Operations Manager and works closely with project managers, scientists, field staff, and Data Classifiers. Preferred Candidate Profile The ideal candidate enjoys organizing complex datasets, solving technical problems, and improving workflows. They have a strong GIS background, understand environmental data, and can balance technical precision with practical project needs. They are comfortable taking ownership of data quality while contributing ideas for process improvements and automation. Remote Work Requirements This is a remote-capable position. Candidates must have access to a reliable personal computer and high-speed internet connection. Candidates near Nashville, TN preferred but other locations considered.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume along with a brief description of your GIS, database, environmental data management, and scripting experience. Include examples of projects involving spatial analysis, data organization, or workflow automation if available. Pay: $90,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• using ArcGIS Pro (or comparable GIS software): 2 years (Preferred)
• creating maps and spatial analyses: 2 years (Preferred)
• environmental consulting or water resources projects: 2 years (Preferred)
• Environmental consulting: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location: Remote