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GIS Analyst roles qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations under the geosciences and computer science SOC codes, requiring at least a bachelor's degree in GIS, geography, or a related field. Federal agencies, engineering firms, and urban planning consultancies are among the most active H-1B sponsors for this role.
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The Staff Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Specialist will perform in developing, updating, analyzing, and managing GIS data for a wide variety of professional services. This position will perform in a variety GIS analysis, GIS data development, GIS data maintenance and data preparation for use in public safety GIS systems and regularly communicate project status to our customers, as customer service is a key component of the Staff GIS Specialist position. The Staff GIS Specialist will work closely within functional teams to deliver GIS data and GIS services to our clients, with a strong emphasis on teamwork, customer commitment, sense of urgency, and continuous improvement.
- Analyze GIS, data, and mapping for the Engineering, and Surveying departments while supporting both internal and external project teams.
- Produce technical specifications, project approach, cost estimates and schedules.
- Develop and review GIS mapping and data collection tasks.
- Utilize various software packages and information from various sources (MS Access databases, MS Excel spreadsheets and documents such as deeds, field notes etc.) to create GIS maps to support field personnel as well as for deliverables.
- Perform digital feature extraction from multiple data sources.
- Execute projections and transformations for project deliverables.
- Support GIS system needs and requirements to implement improved work methods.
- Create and update new and existing GIS maps and map layers and GPS data edition and representation using ArcGIS in support of field surveys.
- Collect GPS data and post-processing for high accuracy data specifications.
- Support GIS metadata creation.
- Design extensions and add-ins for GIS applications such as ESRI ArcGIS Explorer for in-house use.
- Perform land survey records search, ownership data research from various sources.
- Support georeference Raster and Vector data.
- All other duties as assigned.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Complies with all policies and standards.
Qualifications
- Bachelor Degree in GIS, geography, environmental science, or closely related natural science field and 4 years of related professional experience is required.
- Or associate Degree and 6 years of related professional experience is required.
- Or High School Diploma/GED and 8 years of related professional experience is required.
- Experience working in ArcPro and AGOL required.
- Basic GIS skills, including data analysis abilities.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
- Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office suite.
- Prior GPS and applicable natural science field experience is a plus.
- GIS certification from an accredited university is preferred.
- GISP certification is preferred.
This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.
LOCATION
Primary Location: US-MO-Kansas City
SCHEDULE
Schedule: Full-time
TRAVEL
Travel: Yes, 50 % of the Time
REQ ID
Req ID: 263482
JOB HIRE TYPE
Job Hire Type: Experienced
LI-DNP #T&D
EEO/Disabled/Veterans
Description
The Staff Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Specialist will perform in developing, updating, analyzing, and managing GIS data for a wide variety of professional services. This position will perform in a variety GIS analysis, GIS data development, GIS data maintenance and data preparation for use in public safety GIS systems and regularly communicate project status to our customers, as customer service is a key component of the Staff GIS Specialist position. The Staff GIS Specialist will work closely within functional teams to deliver GIS data and GIS services to our clients, with a strong emphasis on teamwork, customer commitment, sense of urgency, and continuous improvement.
- Analyze GIS, data, and mapping for the Engineering, and Surveying departments while supporting both internal and external project teams.
- Produce technical specifications, project approach, cost estimates and schedules.
- Develop and review GIS mapping and data collection tasks.
- Utilize various software packages and information from various sources (MS Access databases, MS Excel spreadsheets and documents such as deeds, field notes etc.) to create GIS maps to support field personnel as well as for deliverables.
- Perform digital feature extraction from multiple data sources.
- Execute projections and transformations for project deliverables.
- Support GIS system needs and requirements to implement improved work methods.
- Create and update new and existing GIS maps and map layers and GPS data edition and representation using ArcGIS in support of field surveys.
- Collect GPS data and post-processing for high accuracy data specifications.
- Support GIS metadata creation.
- Design extensions and add-ins for GIS applications such as ESRI ArcGIS Explorer for in-house use.
- Perform land survey records search, ownership data research from various sources.
- Support georeference Raster and Vector data.
- All other duties as assigned.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Complies with all policies and standards.
Qualifications
- Bachelor Degree in GIS, geography, environmental science, or closely related natural science field and 4 years of related professional experience is required.
- Or associate Degree and 6 years of related professional experience is required.
- Or High School Diploma/GED and 8 years of related professional experience is required.
- Experience working in ArcPro and AGOL required.
- Basic GIS skills, including data analysis abilities.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
- Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office suite.
- Prior GPS and applicable natural science field experience is a plus.
- GIS certification from an accredited university is preferred.
- GISP certification is preferred.
This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.
LOCATION
Primary Location: US-MO-Kansas City
SCHEDULE
Schedule: Full-time
TRAVEL
Travel: Yes, 50 % of the Time
REQ ID
Req ID: 263482
JOB HIRE TYPE
Job Hire Type: Experienced
LI-DNP #T&D
EEO/Disabled/Veterans
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Gis Analyst
Document your GIS credentials precisely
Your degree field must align with the GIS Analyst role description. If your degree is in geography or environmental science rather than GIS directly, get a credential evaluation that maps your coursework to the specialty occupation requirement USCIS uses.
Target employers with LCA filing history
Use Migrate Mate to filter GIS Analyst roles by verified DOL Labor Condition Application filings. Employers who have filed LCAs for this specific SOC code have already cleared the prevailing wage certification step, cutting weeks off your timeline.
Check prevailing wage before negotiating
Run your target metro area through the OFLC Wage Search before your offer stage. GIS Analyst wages vary sharply between federal contractor markets like D.C. and smaller municipal governments, and your offered salary must meet the certified LCA wage level.
Prioritize cap-exempt employer categories
Government agencies, nonprofit research institutions, and universities are cap-exempt H-1B employers. GIS roles are common in these sectors, so targeting them lets you avoid the annual lottery entirely and file at any point in the year.
Align your job duties with O*NET classifications
USCIS scrutinizes whether the day-to-day duties in your offer letter match the specialty occupation definition. Cross-reference your role description against the O*NET profile for GIS Analysts to confirm your listed tasks reflect degree-level technical requirements.
Request premium processing before project start dates
GIS project contracts often have firm start dates. Ask your employer to file with USCIS premium processing, which guarantees a decision within 15 business days, so contract delays don't put your status at risk before the project kicks off.
H-1B Visa Gis Analyst: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a GIS Analyst role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. GIS Analyst positions qualify as specialty occupations when the role requires at least a bachelor's degree in GIS, geography, computer science, or a directly related field. USCIS evaluates the job duties, not just the title. Roles that mix GIS with general data entry or non-technical tasks may face an RFE, so your offer letter should clearly describe degree-level analytical responsibilities.
Which industries sponsor H-1B visas for GIS Analysts most often?
Federal and state government contractors, environmental consulting firms, transportation and infrastructure agencies, and urban planning organizations are among the most consistent H-1B sponsors for GIS Analysts. Defense contractors supporting geospatial intelligence work also file regularly. You can browse GIS Analyst roles filtered by verified H-1B filing history on Migrate Mate to identify which employers in your target metro have active sponsorship records.
Can a government agency sponsor my H-1B as a GIS Analyst?
Direct federal employment doesn't use H-1B visas, but federal contractors and subcontractors regularly sponsor GIS Analysts through H-1B. State and local government agencies can also sponsor H-1B petitions and are cap-exempt, meaning you avoid the lottery. Nonprofit research centers with government contracts, such as those supporting GIS infrastructure projects, are another cap-exempt sponsorship path worth targeting.
What prevailing wage level should I expect for an H-1B GIS Analyst role?
Prevailing wage for GIS Analysts varies by metro area, employer type, and the DOL wage level assigned in the LCA. Federal contractor markets in the D.C. metro typically carry higher certified wages than municipal government roles in smaller cities. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the current prevailing wage for the GIS Analyst SOC code in your specific target location before evaluating any offer.
What happens to my H-1B if my GIS contract ends early?
If your employer terminates your H-1B before the approved period ends, you have a 60-day grace period to find a new sponsor, change status, or depart the U.S. A new employer can file an H-1B transfer petition during that window, and you can begin work once the transfer is filed. Documenting your last day of employment is critical for calculating your grace period start date accurately.