GIS Analyst: Maps, Analytics & Impactful Research

Appalachian Regional Commission; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Commuting subsidy

Teleworking

Job summary

The Appalachian Regional Commission seeks a dedicated Geographic Information Systems Analyst to support the Research and Evaluation Division with data, GIS mapping, research, and evaluation tasks aligned to ARC’s Strategic Plan. The role involves collecting, managing, analyzing, and visualizing geographic information and disseminating results as maps, databases, reports, and applications.

Qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree in geography or related fields, 1-3 years GIS experience, and

Qualifications

• Proficiency in research methods and quantitative analysis.
• Experience presenting analyses with data visualizations to diverse audiences.
• Strong reporting and GIS data management capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Support collection, management, analysis, and visualization of geographic information.
• Produce maps, databases, reports, and applications to support ARC’s strategic plan.
• Collaborate with the GIS Manager and team on projects and timelines.
• Communicate findings clearly to internal stakeholders and external partners.

Skills

ArcGIS Pro

Data analysis

Research methods

Data visualization

Project management

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelors in Geography

Tools

ArcGIS Online

Job description

The Appalachian Regional Commission seeks a dedicated Geographic Information Systems Analyst to support the Research and Evaluation Division with data, GIS mapping, research, and evaluation tasks aligned to ARC’s Strategic Plan. The role involves collecting, managing, analyzing, and visualizing geographic information and disseminating results as maps, databases, reports, and applications.

Qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree in geography or related fields, 1-3 years GIS experience, and