Geostatistics and Spatial Observation Specialist | Mitarbeiter*in Geostatistik und Raumbeobachtung
Stadt Essen
Job Summary
This role involves joining the Office for Geoinformation, Surveying, and Cadastre for the City of Essen. You will be responsible for the evaluation, processing, and analysis of aerial photographs, satellite data, point cloud data, and other spatial datasets. Day-to-day tasks include performing GIS-based statistical and spatial analyses to support various technical queries and developing information products, maps, and key performance indicators for urban planning and decision-making processes. You will also conduct time-series and change analyses to monitor spatial developments while ensuring high data quality and documentation standards. The position is attractive due to its permanent contract status, flexible working hours (including mobile work options), and comprehensive benefits like a company pension and health management. It offers a unique opportunity to apply remote sensing and geoinformatics skills to real-world urban development challenges within a diverse municipal environment.
Required Skills
Education
Completed university degree in Geoinformatics, Geography, Remote Sensing, or Environmental Sciences.
Experience
- Professional experience in evaluating spatial data, preferably with a focus on remote sensing
- Experience in handling vector and raster data, specifically aerial and satellite imagery
- Experience in creating maps, KPIs, and information products for planning processes
- Initial experience with programming or scripting languages for data analysis is desirable
Languages
Additional
- German language proficiency at C1 level or a German school-leaving certificate is mandatory. The position is available for both full-time and part-time candidates. Mobile work is possible in coordination with management.
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