GIS Analyst - Remote

Lensa; Springfield (IL); Remote; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a GIS Analyst to join their team. This entry-level position offers a unique opportunity to work with cutting-edge geospatial technology and contribute to critical decision-making processes. You will analyze geographic data, maintain databases, and collaborate with experts to ensure accuracy in geospatial products. This role allows for telecommuting, but candidates must be local to the DMV area for occasional meetings. If you are passionate about GIS and eager to grow in a dynamic environment, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience with GIS software including ArcGIS Pro and QGIS.
• Ability to produce GEOINT products and communicate clearly.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and maintain data for the Geographic Names Database.
• Research and geo-reference hydrographic and topographic sources.

Skills

GIS Software

ArcGIS Pro

QGIS

Research and Information Gathering

GEOINT Products

Communication Skills

Education

US Citizenship

Ability to Obtain Public Trust Clearance

Tools

Python Scripting

Geospatial Tools

Job description

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Springfield, VA, USA | Production | Hourly | 40,000-55,000 per year Individual pay will be competitive based on the candidate's unique set of knowledge, skills, and geographic diversity, with earnings potential commensurate with experience. | Full Time

GIS Analyst - Level 1

Wiser offers innovative solutions to clients in the public, private, and government sectors. We combine technology and expertise to develop inventive solutions that deliver quality results and aid in critical decision making. With the flexibility and efficiency of a small business, we provide nimble responsiveness with the low risk and strong performance experience of an established GEOINT and Geospatial service provider.

Role Responsibilities

• Analyze and provide conflated information associated with Foundation feature data listed within the Geographic Names Database (GNDB) and other data repositories, while working closely with geographic names experts. These services will use the FG Modernization Geographic Names Processing System (GNPS), charts, imagery, and geospatial tools to refine geospatial information for use in all types of geospatial products and to respond to user questions.
• Accurately enter and maintain data to update the GNDB. Geographic names are provided by Toponymist for use by the federal government and other U.S. and foreign users. Their accuracy and reliability are essential to the missions of these users.
• Research, order, scan, and geo-reference hydrographic and topographic sources, supporting textual sources, and commercial imagery to enhance toponymic and geographic accuracy. Georeferenced maps and imagery must be conflated with the GNDB. Spelling and other metadata shall be verified.
• Interpret and apply policies governing the treatment of names as well as general guidelines emanating from the BGN, the Department of State (DoS), North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) and other related organizations.
• Research using ArcGIS Pro and QGIS software as well as common office business software (e.g., word processing, spreadsheets, e-mail, and internet browsers) and utilize internet and other general research tools. Sources regularly used include: native maps, secondary source maps, historic maps used for extraction and comparison, textual documents, Internet sources and imagery at various resolutions. Services will result in the creation of shapefiles, geo-databases, and data retrieval/storage.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience with GIS software to include ArcGIS Pro and QGIS.
• US Citizenship required and must be able to obtain and maintain Public Trust clearance
• Demonstrated experience to produce GEOINT products.
• Ability to operate successfully in a fast-paced and dynamic environment as a team-member and as an independent analyst.
• Experience in research and information gathering.
• Knowledge of GEOINT Sources.
• Experience with native maps, secondary source maps, historic maps used for extraction and comparison, mapping imagery for stereo and mono extraction at various resolutions.
• Experience creating shapefiles, geo-databases, and features including data retrieval/storage.
• Demonstrated experience at communicating with clarity and accuracy both verbally and written in English.
• Although the position does allow for telecommuting, the candidate will be required to attend occasional meetings locally in the DMV area. Candidate must be local to the Washington, DC metro area.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency in Python Scripting.
• Basic understanding of and application of Geographic Names collection methodologies.
• Regional Geographic proficiency in the geographies of the analyst's area of responsibility
  
  

Work Environment

Although the position does allow for telecommuting, the candidate will be required to attend occasional meetings locally in the DMV area. Candidate must be local to the Washington, DC metro area.

• Candidates are encouraged to submit a resume that explicitly addresses each of the requirements listed above.
  
  

Wiser Imagery Services employs personnel within the states of Alabama, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Maryland, Minnesota, Missouri, North Carolina, North Dakota, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, and Virginia.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans

To comply with Federal law, Wiser Imagery Services participates in E-Verify. Successful candidates must pass the E-Verify process upon hire.

Wiser Imagery Services is a drug-free workplace.

We respectfully request not to be contacted by recruiters and/or staffing agencies.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

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