STEM OPT Data Management Analyst Jobs
Data Management Analyst roles in database administration, data governance, and ETL pipeline management qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension when your degree CIP code aligns with computer science, information systems, or a related STEM field. Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify, and you'll work under a formal I-983 training plan tied to your data management responsibilities.
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Veolia in North America is the top-ranked environmental company in the United States for three consecutive years, and the country’s largest private water operator and technology provider as well as hazardous waste and pollution treatment leader. It offers a full spectrum of water, waste, and energy management services, including water and wastewater treatment, commercial and hazardous waste collection and disposal, energy consulting and resource recovery. Veolia helps commercial, industrial, healthcare, higher education and municipality customers throughout North America. Headquartered in Boston, Veolia has more than 10,000 employees working at more than 350 locations across North America.
Job Description
Position Purpose:
The GIS Analyst will play a crucial role in supporting the development, maintenance, and operation of the Geographic Information System (GIS) for the City of Holyoke. The ideal candidate will demonstrate proficiency in ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online, coupled with a robust understanding of digitizing, editing, and managing geospatial data. This position requires significant fieldwork across the city utilizing GPS equipment, making strong physical stamina and meticulous attention to detail essential. Experience with collection systems (e.g., sewer, stormwater) is considered a valuable asset.
Primary Duties/Responsibilities:
- Digitize, edit, and maintain GIS data derived from engineering as-builts, GPS field collection, and red-lined drawings.
- Execute daily updates to the city’s GIS databases to ensure accurate representation of infrastructure assets.
- Conduct GPS-based field data collection using handheld or backpack GPS units (e.g., EOS Arrow, Trimble, etc.).
- Generate map products and perform spatial analyses for internal departments, engineering projects, and presentations.
- Provide support for GIS-related requests from various departments and deliver training to staff as needed.
- Adhere to established data standards and contribute to documentation and quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) processes.
- Assist with the integration of GIS data with other systems and software.
- Walk for extended periods across the city, sometimes in varying weather conditions, while collecting field data.
Work Environment:
- Ability to work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions.
- Occasional office-based work for data processing and map production.
Qualifications
Education/Experience/Background:
- Bachelor’s degree in Geographic Information Systems, Geography, Environmental Science, Engineering Technology, or a related field.
- 1–3 years of hands-on experience working with GIS, preferably in a utility, municipal, or environmental setting.
- Experience with digitizing as-builts and editing features in geodatabases.
- Experience with water, wastewater, or stormwater collection systems is highly desirable.
- Experience working with municipal infrastructure data.
- Basic scripting experience (e.g., Python or Arcade) is a plus.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
- Proficiency in ESRI’s ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online is required.
- Familiarity with GPS data collection methods and related equipment.
- Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).
- Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Clear communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Familiarity with Survey123, Field Maps, or Collector.
Physical Requirements:
- Regular fieldwork involving walking, standing, and carrying equipment for long periods.
Additional Information
Pay Range: $30.00 to $35.00 per hour.
Benefits: Veolia’s comprehensive benefits package includes paid time off policies, as well as health, dental, vision, life insurance, savings accounts, tuition reimbursement, paid volunteering and more. In addition, employees are also entitled to participate in an employer sponsored 401(k) plan, to save for retirement.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
Company Description
Veolia in North America is the top-ranked environmental company in the United States for three consecutive years, and the country’s largest private water operator and technology provider as well as hazardous waste and pollution treatment leader. It offers a full spectrum of water, waste, and energy management services, including water and wastewater treatment, commercial and hazardous waste collection and disposal, energy consulting and resource recovery. Veolia helps commercial, industrial, healthcare, higher education and municipality customers throughout North America. Headquartered in Boston, Veolia has more than 10,000 employees working at more than 350 locations across North America.
Job Description
Position Purpose:
The GIS Analyst will play a crucial role in supporting the development, maintenance, and operation of the Geographic Information System (GIS) for the City of Holyoke. The ideal candidate will demonstrate proficiency in ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online, coupled with a robust understanding of digitizing, editing, and managing geospatial data. This position requires significant fieldwork across the city utilizing GPS equipment, making strong physical stamina and meticulous attention to detail essential. Experience with collection systems (e.g., sewer, stormwater) is considered a valuable asset.
Primary Duties/Responsibilities:
- Digitize, edit, and maintain GIS data derived from engineering as-builts, GPS field collection, and red-lined drawings.
- Execute daily updates to the city’s GIS databases to ensure accurate representation of infrastructure assets.
- Conduct GPS-based field data collection using handheld or backpack GPS units (e.g., EOS Arrow, Trimble, etc.).
- Generate map products and perform spatial analyses for internal departments, engineering projects, and presentations.
- Provide support for GIS-related requests from various departments and deliver training to staff as needed.
- Adhere to established data standards and contribute to documentation and quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) processes.
- Assist with the integration of GIS data with other systems and software.
- Walk for extended periods across the city, sometimes in varying weather conditions, while collecting field data.
Work Environment:
- Ability to work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions.
- Occasional office-based work for data processing and map production.
Qualifications
Education/Experience/Background:
- Bachelor’s degree in Geographic Information Systems, Geography, Environmental Science, Engineering Technology, or a related field.
- 1–3 years of hands-on experience working with GIS, preferably in a utility, municipal, or environmental setting.
- Experience with digitizing as-builts and editing features in geodatabases.
- Experience with water, wastewater, or stormwater collection systems is highly desirable.
- Experience working with municipal infrastructure data.
- Basic scripting experience (e.g., Python or Arcade) is a plus.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
- Proficiency in ESRI’s ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online is required.
- Familiarity with GPS data collection methods and related equipment.
- Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).
- Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Clear communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Familiarity with Survey123, Field Maps, or Collector.
Physical Requirements:
- Regular fieldwork involving walking, standing, and carrying equipment for long periods.
Additional Information
Pay Range: $30.00 to $35.00 per hour.
Benefits: Veolia’s comprehensive benefits package includes paid time off policies, as well as health, dental, vision, life insurance, savings accounts, tuition reimbursement, paid volunteering and more. In addition, employees are also entitled to participate in an employer sponsored 401(k) plan, to save for retirement.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as a Data Management Analyst
Verify your CIP code before applying
Check that your degree's Classification of Instructional Programs code maps to an approved STEM field on the STEM Designated Degree Program List maintained by USCIS. Computer science, management information systems, and data science codes commonly support Data Management Analyst roles, but information technology programs vary by institution.
Build an I-983 training plan now
Draft your I-983 before you receive an offer so you can present a role-specific plan during negotiations. Map your data governance, SQL, or ETL responsibilities directly to your STEM degree learning objectives. Employers unfamiliar with STEM OPT move faster when you arrive with a near-complete template.
Filter job searches by E-Verify status
Confirm E-Verify enrollment before investing time in an application. Use Migrate Mate to search Data Management Analyst roles filtered for E-Verify-enrolled employers, so you're only targeting companies that can legally employ STEM OPT workers from day one.
Target employers with dedicated data teams
Companies running enterprise data warehouses or cloud data platforms hire Data Management Analysts under structured IT or data engineering departments. These teams are more likely to have existing STEM OPT onboarding processes and HR staff familiar with the I-983 and DSO reporting requirements.
Use OFLC Wage Search to anchor salary conversations
Pull the prevailing wage for Data Management Analyst roles using the OFLC Wage Search before you negotiate. DOL wage levels are public, role-specific, and tied to the metropolitan area where you'll work. Entering negotiations with Level I or Level II wage data prevents underpayment and protects your training plan's legitimacy.
Plan your timeline around the 60-day grace period
If your initial 12-month OPT ends before your STEM extension is approved, you have a 60-day grace period to secure a new offer and file the extension with your DSO. Line up your Data Management Analyst offer at least 90 days before your OPT end date to avoid a gap in authorization.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Data Management Analyst role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree and the employer's E-Verify enrollment, not the job title alone. The role must be directly related to your STEM degree field, and your employer must be E-Verify enrolled. Data Management Analyst positions in database administration, data governance, and information systems typically qualify when the candidate holds a degree in computer science, information systems, or a closely related STEM discipline recognized on the USCIS STEM Designated Degree Program List.
How do I confirm an employer is enrolled in E-Verify before accepting an offer?
Ask the recruiter or HR contact directly whether the company is enrolled in E-Verify as part of your offer-stage due diligence. You can also search E-Verify's public employer search tool, which lists participating companies by name. STEM OPT regulations require E-Verify enrollment at the time you begin working, not just at the time of hire, so confirm the status is active rather than lapsed.
What goes into the I-983 training plan for a Data Management Analyst?
Your I-983 must describe how your day-to-day responsibilities connect to your STEM degree. For a Data Management Analyst, that means mapping specific tasks, such as maintaining data pipelines, enforcing data quality standards, or building metadata repositories, to learning objectives tied to your coursework. USCIS expects the plan to be practical and role-specific. Your DSO reviews and signs it, and your employer's authorized representative must also sign before you start.
What happens to my STEM OPT authorization if I'm laid off mid-extension?
You have a 60-day grace period from your last day of employment to find a new qualifying position with an E-Verify employer. During this period you aren't authorized to work, but your F-1 status remains valid. Your DSO must be notified promptly, and you'll need a new I-983 with the incoming employer before restarting work. Searching for your next Data Management Analyst role on Migrate Mate lets you filter specifically for E-Verify-enrolled employers to avoid disqualifying offers.
Can I use my STEM OPT extension to bridge to an H-1B?
Yes, and this is one of the primary reasons F-1 students pursue the extension. If your employer files an H-1B visa petition on your behalf during a registration period, the cap-gap rule automatically extends your OPT work authorization through September 30 of the fiscal year the H-1B would take effect, provided your F-1 status and OPT remain valid. For Data Management Analyst roles, which commonly appear in H-1B filings from technology and financial services employers, the extension gives you up to three H-1B lottery cycles to secure selection.