Environmental Scientist - GIS

McLaughlin Research Corp; Newport (RI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

McLaughlin Research Corporation (MRC) is seeking an entry-level Environmental Scientist - GIS Analyst I to support the Naval Undersea Warfare Center (NUWC), Division Newport Environmental Branch in Newport, RI. This full-time position emphasizes GIS, mapping, data management, and spatial analysis work. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree with GIS training and basic ArcGIS Pro experience.

U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain Secret clearance are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in geography, GIS, environmental science, planning, natural resources, engineering, or related field with GIS training.
• Must be a U.S. citizen and able to obtain Secret clearance.
• Basic GIS principles and map production knowledge.
• Experience with ESRI ArcGIS Pro (ArcGIS).

Responsibilities

• Create, edit, maintain, and quality-check GIS datasets, feature classes, geodatabases, web maps, and associated metadata.
• Produce maps, figures, exhibits, and other geospatial visualizations for NEPA documents, environmental planning studies, briefings, and public-review materials.
• Support spatial analyses related to proposed action areas and environmental resources
• Conduct quality assurance and quality control of GIS data and map products
• Maintain organized GIS project files, data inventories, map templates, and metadata in accordance with office procedures and records management requirements.
• Support preparation of technical memoranda, data summaries, map notes, and methodology descriptions for environmental planning documents.
• Support environmental planning beyond the GIS laboratory, including drafting and review of portions of environmental planning documents (e.g., environmental assessments, endangered species act consultations). Topic emphasis would prioritize areas within the individual’s areas of expertise.
• Collaborate with government staff and contractors to provide expertise on GIS-related questions or needs.
• Perform administrative duties, including tracking tasks and taking occasional trainings as required for Navy contractors.

Skills

GIS concepts

Data management

Cartography

Spatial analysis

Metadata

Map production

QA/QC

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

ArcGIS Pro

Job description

Environmental Scientist - GIS - (SCIENVINT_COMPANY_1.1)

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Job Title

Environmental Scientist - GIS

Location

Newport, RI 02840 US (Primary)

Job Type / Status

Full-Time

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Clearance Level Required

Secret

Job Description

McLaughlin Research Corporation (MRC) is hiring an entry-level full-time Geographic Information System (GIS) Analyst I. A part-time or a full-time position would be considered for an experienced applicant.
MRC seeks an entry-level GIS Analyst I with knowledge of GIS systems and data management. This position is for GIS, mapping, data-management, and spatial-analysis work in support of the Naval Undersea Warfare Center (NUWC), Division Newport Environmental Branch.

Duties

• Create, edit, maintain, and quality-check GIS datasets, feature classes, geodatabases, web maps, and associated metadata.
• Produce maps, figures, exhibits, and other geospatial visualizations for NEPA documents, environmental planning studies, briefings, and public-review materials.
• Support spatial analyses related to proposed action areas and environmental resources
• Conduct quality assurance and quality control of GIS data and map products
• Maintain organized GIS project files, data inventories, map templates, and metadata in accordance with office procedures and records management requirements.
• Support preparation of technical memoranda, data summaries, map notes, and methodology descriptions for environmental planning documents.
• Support environmental planning beyond the GIS laboratory, including drafting and review of portions of environmental planning documents (e.g., environmental assessments, endangered species actconsultations). Topic emphasis would prioritize areas within the individual’s areas of expertise.
• Collaborate with government staff and contractors to provide expertise on GIS-related questions or needs.
• Perform administrative duties, including tracking tasks and taking occasional trainings as required for Navy contractors.

Job Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Must have or be able to obtain a Secret Security Clearance for access to classified material. MRC will orchestrate and fund the clearance process once a successful candidate is identified.
• Currently enrolled in, or have completed, a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in geography, GIS, environmental science, planning, natural resources, engineering, or a related field that included some GIS training. Equivalent training gained through employment is also acceptable.
• Basic knowledge of GIS principles, cartography, spatial data types, coordinate systems, projections, and map production.
• Experience using ESRI ArcGIS software, specifically ArcGIS Pro, including coursework or professional experience.
• Ability to create clear, accurate, and professional map products for technical and non-technical audiences.