Junior GIS Analyst (Silver Spring, MD)

Junior GIS Analyst (Silver Spring MD)

Work Location:1315 Silver Spring Metro Complex 3; Marine Chart Division Silver Spring Maryland 20910.

Reporting Hours:Business Hours EST

Clearance:Public Trust

Travel:None at this time

Atgeocgi we pride ourselves on not losing our focus. We started out and remain GIS experts (or geeks. . . depending on your perspective). Since 2006 weve evolved into a world-class and world-wide service provider of multiple disciplines. We are a talented hardworking group that share values and characteristics that drive client professional and personal success.Geocgi is seeking aJunior GIS Analystto support geospatial production data analysis and mapping efforts in a mission-driven environment for our client National Oceanic and Atmospheric Agency (NOAA). This role focuses on supporting GIS workflows quality assurance spatial analysis and web-based geospatial products including nautical and navigational charting support. The ideal candidate brings foundational GIS experience attention to detail and the ability to support technical workflows while collaborating across production and operational teams.

Thisopportunity will be performed onsiteat the location of 1315 Silver Spring Metro Complex 3; Marine Chart Division Silver Spring Maryland 20910.

Key Responsibilities:

• Analyze GIS requirements technical elements and data sources supporting project objectives.
• Perform spatial analysis and create map-based representations of geospatial data.
• Conduct quality assurance and quality control reviews to ensure data accuracy completeness and adherence to project standards.
• Support production maintenance and online publishing of Electronic Navigational Chart (ENC) updates and related geospatial products.
• Assist with maintenance and updates of production websites supporting historic and current geospatial datasets.
• Support scripting and automation efforts for custom GIS or nautical chart applications.
• Review documentation and workflows to ensure compliance with program standards and schedules.
• Collaborate with technical staff and stakeholders to support production and operational requirements.

As an employee ofgeocgi theJunior GIS Analystwill have access to a generous benefits package in addition to a corporate culture and community of GIS geeks. Our benefits include but are not limited to:

• Competitive salaries commensurate with experience and leading Federal Contractors in the geospatial industry.
• Opportunities for upward mobility in a dynamic fast paced environment within a small company.
• Merit-based spot and end of year bonuses.
• Safe Harbor 401(k) plan with immediate vesting.
• Flexible work hours and PTO.
• Complete Medical Dental and Vision coverage for individuals.
• Company paid training certifications and professional growth and development.

The following arerequirementsof theJunior GIS Analyst:

• U.S. Citizen and Active U.S. Passport.
• Bachelors degree in Geography GIS Computer Science Engineering or related field.
• 2 years of experience in Geographic Information Systems (GIS).
• Experience with spatial analysis mapping workflows and geospatial data management.
• Familiarity with GIS quality assurance and production processes.
• Understanding of web-based GIS applications and online publishing workflows.
• Basic scripting knowledge supporting GIS automation or application updates.
• Familiarity with database concepts and cloud-based environments.
• Strong analytical organizational and communication skills.

The following arepreferredof theJuniorGIS Analyst:

• Public Trust Clearance.
• Experience supporting nautical maritime or navigational charting products.
• Familiarity with Electronic Navigational Charts (ENCs).
• Experience supporting production or operational GIS environments.
• Knowledge of image encoding formats and geospatial data standards.
• Exposure to scripting languages such as Python or JavaScript.

The annual base salary range for this position is anticipated to be $60000 $80000 USD. The listed salary range represents our good faith estimate for this position. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only.Geocgi considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position candidates education & work experience training & certifications and key skills as well as market and business considerations at the time of the offer.

Geocgi provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws.