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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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Get Access To All JobsJob Posting End Date
06-13-2026
Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.
Job Summary
Demonstrated capability in data creation, manipulation, management, and cartography. Proficiency in field survey methods and GPS concepts. Familiar with a range of analytical tools for data manipulation, geospatial data modeling, and database development.
Job Description
What you’ll do:
- Create, revise and maintain technical data used for reports, maps and sketches.
- Create, revise and maintain material and property equipment records.
- Obtain information required to perform work from multiple resources including verbal/electronic communications, sketches marked drawings, field notes, vendor catalogs, technical reference manuals and engineering design files.
- Assists in providing primary software maintenance including updates, patches and database model changes.
- Work with other organizations of the company to resolve discrepancies to assure that data reflects accurate field conditions and responds to suggestions for improvements and enhancements.
- Partners with technical staff to understand problems with software and provide input into problem resolution.
- Integrates, coordinates and supports the geographic, cartographic, remote sensing and global positioning systems (GPS) concepts and principals in resource data management and displays those using Windows-based systems, computers, GPS and computer software that include cartographic data translation software.
- Ability to develop, manipulate and edit vector and raster data sets through a variety of means.
- Expertise with GPS methods for collection of data.
What we are looking for:
Telecommunication GIS Analyst SG5
Education / Experience:
- Associate degree in GIS, Computer Science, Engineering, or relevant field from an accredited college/university
- OR High School Diploma/GED and two years of related experience is required.
License(s)/Certification(s):
- Valid state driver's license.
In addition:
- GE Smallworld experience is highly preferred
- Understanding of database development concepts
- Understanding of analysis of geospatial data
- Experience with handling KMZ or KML files or working knowledge with open source GIS solutions
- Basic understanding of Python, SQL, or other scripting language and web application configuration
- Some travel required
- Ability to work/travel outside of normal business hours
Where you’ll work:
This role is on site in Gahanna, Ohio, Tulsa, Oklahoma or Corpus Christi, Texas
What you’ll get:
Telecommunication GIS Analyst SG5 ($63,496-$79,369)
In addition to competitive compensation, AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees.
Where Putting the Customer First Powers Everything We Do
At AEP, we’re more than just an energy company — we’re a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions. Guided by our mission to put the customer first, we strive to exceed expectations by listening, responding, and continuously improving the way we serve our communities. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of a forward-thinking organization, this is the company for you!
American Electric Power (On-Site)
$63K- $79K / Year
Compensation Data
Compensation Grade:
SP20-005
Compensation Range:
$63,496.00 - $79,369.00
The Physical Demand Level for this job is: S – Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.
It is hereby reaffirmed that it is the policy of American Electric Power (AEP) to provide Equal Employment Opportunity in all respects of the employer-employee relationship including recruiting, hiring, upgrading and promotion, conditions and privileges of employment, company sponsored training programs, educational assistance, social and recreational programs, compensation, benefits, transfers, discipline, layoffs and termination of employment to all employees and applicants without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. When required by law, we might record certain information or applicants for employment may be invited to voluntarily disclose protected characteristics.
Job Posting End Date
06-13-2026
Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.
Job Summary
Demonstrated capability in data creation, manipulation, management, and cartography. Proficiency in field survey methods and GPS concepts. Familiar with a range of analytical tools for data manipulation, geospatial data modeling, and database development.
Job Description
What you’ll do:
- Create, revise and maintain technical data used for reports, maps and sketches.
- Create, revise and maintain material and property equipment records.
- Obtain information required to perform work from multiple resources including verbal/electronic communications, sketches marked drawings, field notes, vendor catalogs, technical reference manuals and engineering design files.
- Assists in providing primary software maintenance including updates, patches and database model changes.
- Work with other organizations of the company to resolve discrepancies to assure that data reflects accurate field conditions and responds to suggestions for improvements and enhancements.
- Partners with technical staff to understand problems with software and provide input into problem resolution.
- Integrates, coordinates and supports the geographic, cartographic, remote sensing and global positioning systems (GPS) concepts and principals in resource data management and displays those using Windows-based systems, computers, GPS and computer software that include cartographic data translation software.
- Ability to develop, manipulate and edit vector and raster data sets through a variety of means.
- Expertise with GPS methods for collection of data.
What we are looking for:
Telecommunication GIS Analyst SG5
Education / Experience:
- Associate degree in GIS, Computer Science, Engineering, or relevant field from an accredited college/university
- OR High School Diploma/GED and two years of related experience is required.
License(s)/Certification(s):
- Valid state driver's license.
In addition:
- GE Smallworld experience is highly preferred
- Understanding of database development concepts
- Understanding of analysis of geospatial data
- Experience with handling KMZ or KML files or working knowledge with open source GIS solutions
- Basic understanding of Python, SQL, or other scripting language and web application configuration
- Some travel required
- Ability to work/travel outside of normal business hours
Where you’ll work:
This role is on site in Gahanna, Ohio, Tulsa, Oklahoma or Corpus Christi, Texas
What you’ll get:
Telecommunication GIS Analyst SG5 ($63,496-$79,369)
In addition to competitive compensation, AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees.
Where Putting the Customer First Powers Everything We Do
At AEP, we’re more than just an energy company — we’re a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions. Guided by our mission to put the customer first, we strive to exceed expectations by listening, responding, and continuously improving the way we serve our communities. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of a forward-thinking organization, this is the company for you!
American Electric Power (On-Site)
$63K- $79K / Year
Compensation Data
Compensation Grade:
SP20-005
Compensation Range:
$63,496.00 - $79,369.00
The Physical Demand Level for this job is: S – Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.
It is hereby reaffirmed that it is the policy of American Electric Power (AEP) to provide Equal Employment Opportunity in all respects of the employer-employee relationship including recruiting, hiring, upgrading and promotion, conditions and privileges of employment, company sponsored training programs, educational assistance, social and recreational programs, compensation, benefits, transfers, discipline, layoffs and termination of employment to all employees and applicants without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. When required by law, we might record certain information or applicants for employment may be invited to voluntarily disclose protected characteristics.
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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.