Water Resources Analyst - GIS & Data Visualization

Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments seeks a Water Resources Analyst to provide technical and programmatic support for Blue Plains and regional water quality management programs. Responsibilities include GIS mapping, dataset management, data analysis, and collaboration with utilities and agencies to advance watershed and Chesapeake Bay restoration efforts.

The position is ideal for an early-career professional aiming to grow in water resources, GIS applications, monitoring

Qualifications

• Degree in environmental science, GIS, water resources, or related field.
• 0–3 years experience in water resources, GIS, or environmental analysis.
• Experience with GIS, data management, and reporting tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop maps, figures, dashboards, and geospatial analyses.
• Maintain geospatial datasets for watersheds and facilities.
• Support data visualization and reporting for stakeholders.
• Assist with environmental monitoring and data analysis.
• Support modeling efforts and prepare technical summaries.

Skills

GIS analysis

Data analysis

Excel proficiency

Communication

Project coordination

Education

Environmental Science / GIS / Water Resources related degree

Tools

ArcGIS Pro

QGIS

Python

SQL

Power BI

Job description

The Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments seeks a Water Resources Analyst to provide technical and programmatic support for Blue Plains and regional water quality management programs. Responsibilities include GIS mapping, dataset management, data analysis, and collaboration with utilities and agencies to advance watershed and Chesapeake Bay restoration efforts.

The position is ideal for an early-career professional aiming to grow in water resources, GIS applications, monitoring