Geographic Information System Specialist

@Orchard LLC; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Paid federal holidays

Job summary

@Orchard LLC is seeking a Geographic Information System (GIS) Specialist to support NOAA's Office of Ocean Exploration. The role focuses on transforming complex geospatial information into meaningful products for expedition planning and scientific discovery.

You will develop GIS datasets, integrate diverse data sources, and design web GIS apps and visualizations while mentoring team members and ensuring QA, documentation, and compliance with security requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in GIS, Geography, Geospatial Science, Marine Science or related field.
• Experience integrating multiple geospatial datasets into analytical/visualization products.
• Experience creating professional 2D/3D cartographic products.
• Strong knowledge of spatial analysis, coordinate systems, projections, and geospatial data management.
• Experience supporting NOAA or other federal science organizations.
• Experience supporting ocean exploration or marine science initiatives.
• Experience with ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, ArcGIS Experience Builder, or similar platforms.
• Experience with Python, SQL, R, web GIS, remote sensing, or spatial databases.
• Experience mentoring junior staff, interns, or multidisciplinary teams.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365, Google Workspace, and Adobe Acrobat.
• Excellent analytical, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to satisfy applicable Department of Commerce and NOAA security requirements.
• Occasional domestic travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the program's GIS subject matter expert.
• Develop and maintain GIS datasets supporting ocean exploration.
• Integrate marine, environmental, bathymetric, and expedition datasets from multiple sources.
• Design and maintain web-based GIS applications, dashboards, and interactive mapping solutions.
• Develop geospatial analyses supporting expedition planning and exploration gap analysis.
• Create professional quality 2D and 3D cartographic products and visualizations.
• Collaborate with scientists, engineers, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Perform quality assurance, metadata management, and documentation.
• Support reports, executive briefings, presentations, and public engagement products.
• Recommend improvements to GIS workflows and visualization methods.
• Provide technical guidance to interns, fellows, contractors, and project teams.

Skills

Geospatial analysis

Cartographic design

2D/3D visualization

Python

SQL

R

Web GIS

Metadata management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in GIS or related field

Tools

ArcGIS Pro

ArcGIS Online

ArcGIS Experience Builder

Job description

Geographic Information System (GIS) Specialist

About @Orchard:

@Orchard is a growing Woman-Owned Small Business and federal prime contractor delivering mission-critical science, data, technology, program management, and workforce solutions. Since 2010, we have built high-performing teams and disciplined delivery systems that help federal agencies launch complex programs, sustain performance, and achieve meaningful mission outcomes.

Position Summary:

@Orchard LLC is seeking a Geographic Information System (GIS) Specialist to support NOAA's Office of Ocean Exploration.

This position is contingent upon contract award.

Mission Impact:

This position supports NOAA's mission by transforming complex geospatial information into meaningful products that advance scientific discovery, expedition planning, and public understanding of the world's oceans.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as the program's GIS subject matter expert.
• Develop and maintain GIS datasets supporting ocean exploration.
• Integrate marine, environmental, bathymetric, and expedition datasets from multiple sources.
• Design and maintain web-based GIS applications, dashboards, and interactive mapping solutions.
• Develop geospatial analyses supporting expedition planning and exploration gap analysis.
• Create professional quality 2D and 3D cartographic products and visualizations.
• Collaborate with scientists, engineers, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Perform quality assurance, metadata management, and documentation.
• Support reports, executive briefings, presentations, and public engagement products.
• Recommend improvements to GIS workflows and visualization methods.
• Provide technical guidance to interns, fellows, contractors, and project teams.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in GIS, Geography, Geospatial Science, Marine Science, Oceanography, Environmental Science, Earth Science, Geology, or related field.
• Experience integrating multiple geospatial datasets into analytical and visualization products.
• Experience creating professional 2D and 3D cartographic products.
• Strong knowledge of spatial analysis, coordinate systems, projections, and geospatial data management.
• Experience supporting NOAA or other federal science organizations.
• Experience supporting ocean exploration or marine science initiatives.
• Experience with ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, ArcGIS Experience Builder, or similar enterprise GIS platforms.
• Experience with Python, SQL, R, web GIS, remote sensing, or spatial databases.
• Experience mentoring junior staff, interns, or multidisciplinary teams.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365, Google Workspace, and Adobe Acrobat.
• Excellent analytical, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to satisfy applicable Department of Commerce and NOAA security requirements.
• Occasional domestic travel may be required to support scientific meetings, workshops, planning sessions, training activities, or other program requirements consistent with contract needs.

Technical Skills:

• ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, ArcGIS Experience Builder
• Spatial analysis and cartographic design
• 2D and 3D geospatial visualization
• Geospatial data integration and metadata management
• Python, SQL, R (preferred)
• Microsoft Office 365, Google Workspace, Adobe Acrobat
• Microsoft Teams, SharePoint, or similar collaboration platforms

Compensation:

The anticipated salary range for this position is depending on the candidate’s qualifications, and relevant project management experience.

What We Offer:

Competitive base salary with opportunities for advancement, career growth and professional development, work-life balance, comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), generous PTO, and paid federal holidays.

@Orchard is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply, regardless of race, gender, age, disability, or other protected characteristics.