GIS Specialist 1

Chicago - Illinois - United States of America, Dallas - Texas - United States of America, Phoenix - Arizona - United States of America, Radnor - Pennsylvania - United States of America, Tucson - Arizona - United States of America

About The Role

Uses Geographic Information Systems (GIS) fundamental concepts, practices and procedures proficiently to accomplish analytical work. Supports education, communication, and marketing of capabilities; as well as providing analytical support to both internal and external clients.

What You’ll Do

• Process, prepare, and maintain critical analytic databases for client projects.
• Develop advanced specialized maps utilizing geographic and demographic information using programming, database, and graphic skills.
• Extract demographic information from various databases for use in maps or reports.
• Provide support to the project and account managers on client projects.
• Perform quality assurance on all products or services being developed for clients to ensure product is meeting specified requirements.
• Interface with clients as their primary database support resource and provides those clients database support as it is related to the maintenance of their solutions.
• Support clients and internal resources in the roles of map development, geocoding, database development, database manipulation, and database design.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What You’ll Need

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Bachelor's degree with a major or minor in Geography or related field; or Associates degree or equivalent, with training in GIS technology. 2+ years experience required.
• GIS Certification preferred.
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal, and able to communicate with people at all levels across the organization.
• Requires knowledge of financial terms and principles. Ability to calculate intermediate figures such as percentages, discounts, and/or commissions. Conducts basic financial analysis.
• Ability to comprehend, analyze, and interpret documents. Ability to solve problems involving several options in situations. Requires intermediate analytical and quantitative skills.
• Advanced proficiency in ESRI ArcMap, Maptitude, MapInfo, or other GIS-related technologies required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Why CBRE

When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward-thinking professionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on our shared values — respect, integrity, service and excellence — and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to chart your own course and realize your potential. We welcome all applicants.

Applicant AI Use Disclosure

We value human interaction to understand each candidate's unique experience, skills and aspirations. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to make hiring decisions, and we ask that candidates disclose any use of AI in the application and interview process.

We offer a competitive compensation package, complete with benefits (Medical/Dental/Vision/401(k)/Disability/Paid holidays/vacation).

About CBRE Group, Inc.

CBRE Group, Inc. (NYSE:CBRE), a Fortune 500 and S&P 500 company headquartered in Dallas, is the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm (based on 2024 revenue). The company has more than 140,000 employees (including Turner & Townsend employees) serving clients in more than 100 countries. CBRE serves clients through four business segments: Advisory (leasing, sales, debt origination, mortgage serving, valuations); Building Operations & Experience (facilities management, property management, flex space & experience); Project Management (program management, project management, cost consulting); Real Estate Investments (investment management, development). Please visit our website at

CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate’s education, training, and experience. The minimum salary for the GIS Specialist 1 position is $38.47 per hour and the maximum salary for the GIS Specialist 1 position is $43.27 per hour. The compensation that is offered to a successful candidate will depend on the candidate’s skills, qualifications, and experience. We offer a competitive compensation package, complete with benefits (Medical/Dental/Vision/401(k)/Disability/Paid holidays/vacation).

Equal Employment Opportunity: CBRE has a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

Candidate Accommodations: CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company’s success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at [email protected] or via telephone at +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.) and +1 866 388 4346 (Canada).

Service line: Advisory Segment