GIS Technican at Farallon Consulting in Seattle, WA

Description

Why Farallon?  

As a 100% employee-owned firm, Farallon is built on shared purpose and long-term commitment. Our people are the reason clients trust us with their most complex environmental challenges—from high-stakes remediation projects to regulatory negotiations that shape communities. When you join Farallon, you join a team of scientists and engineers who take pride in delivering technically sound, defensible, and practical solutions.  

You’ll work alongside industry leaders who are shaping the future of environmental consulting across the West Coast. Your expertise will directly influence project outcomes, client relationships, and the continued growth of our employee-owned firm.  

The Role:  

As a GIS Technician, you will be the visual storyteller for our environmental data. You’ll work across the entire Esri ecosystem to turn complex field data into clear, interactive, and high-impact map products.    

• Collaborate with data teams to find creative ways to depict environmental and regulatory data.  
• Empower our field staff by managing and optimizing mobile data collection tools like ArcGIS Field Maps and Survey123.  
• Move beyond “standard” maps. You will use Adobe Illustrator to enhance graphics for print, digital, and interactive formats.  
• Interpret construction drawings and environmental maps to support routine project work and complex mediation.  

Other Duties: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Requirements

What You’ll Bring  

• MS or BS/BA in Geography, Geology, or related environmental field. 
• Minimum 2 years of hands-on experience with ArcGIS software suite (Both Pro and ArcMap). 
• Working knowledge of ArcGIS Online, Field Maps, and Survey123. 
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator for both map enhancements and/or graphics creation from scratch. 
• Knowledge of AutoCAD and open-source GIS. 
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and maps. 
• Computer skills including in-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite with emphasis on MS Word and MS Excel. 
• Responsive and able to handle context or project changes multiple times a day. 
• Valid driver's license and safe driving record required. 
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.  
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.  
• Effective time management and ability to meet deadlines and budgets.  

Bonus Skills 

• General understanding of geology, hydrogeology, or environmental chemistry helps you “speak the language” or our project teams. 

Owner-Level Benefits  

We believe taking care of our people is the best way to take care of our clients and Farallon is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees.

• Ownership: Participation in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• Health & Wellness: 100% employer-paid premiums for medical, dental, and vision for employees. 
• Retirement: 401(k) with up to a 4% company match.
• Time Off: Flexible vacation (10–30 days), 9 paid holidays, and a dedicated paid day for volunteering.
• Growth: Tuition reimbursement and paid renewals for professional certifications. 

Additional benefits may include life, AD&D, disability benefits, parental leave, voluntary benefits, flexible work options, employee assistance program, spot bonus, charitable donation matches, paid parking or transit, employee referral programs, service recognition awards and a one-time reimbursement for home office setup.

Pay Range  

Our best estimate of the base salary range for this position, located in Washington, Oregon, or California area, is $64,000 – $72,000. Actual compensation will depend on experience, education, and internal equity. Salary ranges are reviewed annually, and employees are eligible for performance-based increases.  

The Fine Print  

Farallon Consulting, L.L.C. is an EEO employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, age (except for bona fide occupational qualifications), sex, pregnancy (including childbirth or related medical conditions), disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, military service, veteran status, participation in EEO-protected activity, or any other status protected by law.  

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.  

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. We are not able to sponsor or assume sponsorship of employment visas at this time.  

Don’t meet every single requirement? We know that women and people of color are less likely to apply unless they meet every qualification. At Farallon, we value diverse perspectives and encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn’t align perfectly. You may be the right candidate for this or other roles.