Genwest Systems, Inc. · 1 week ago
Spatial Data Analyst (GIS)
Mobile, AL
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
$50K/yr - $65K/yrGenwest Systems Inc. is an equal opportunity employer seeking a Spatial Data Analyst to support clients at NOAA's National Ocean Service. The successful applicant will manage and analyze spatial data, enhance disaster preparedness and response, and support various environmental assessment tasks.
ComputerConsultingInformation Technology
Responsibilities
Integrate spatial data into environmental assessments
Provide primary capacity for disaster response for OR&R
Provide Emergency Notification System (ENS) support and coordination for NOS
Support the data needs of the NOS Incident Management Team
Present technical updates and key project findings across NOAA and occasionally at external forums and conferences
Work within a team conducting spatial analysis
Compile and organizing spatial data (GIS) and metadata
Load and symbolize data into the OR&R Environmental Response Management Application (ERMA)
Automate data analysis tasks and routines and document efforts
Automate data workflows and routines, and perform periodic testing of applications to ensure they continue to meet NOAA’s mission requirements
Develop digital maps and other data visualization tools
Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation for data management and response workflows to enhance efficiency
Coordinate with partners to obtain, share and manage data
Conduct technical training sessions for federal, state, and local groups on data applications and management best practices
Enhance incident environmental response through on-site support as needed
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree with focus in Environmental Sciences, Geography, GIS, or demonstrated equivalent experience
Experience using GIS software and extensions for spatial data, such as Esri ArcGIS desktop and field collection tools (Survey123/FieldMaps/QuickCapture)
Skills and experience with environmental data and database management including standardization and compilation of data in preparation for analysis and modeling
Strong spatial and statistical analysis skills
Strong verbal, writing, and organizational skills
Self-motivated, energetic, strategic thinker- able to take on problems, identify and confirm plans of action, and collaboratively address obstacles
Comfortable working in a fast-paced environmental response framework
Ability to work and travel independently
History of success in team-based project execution, working as both lead and contributor on diverse multi-disciplinary teams
Demonstrated flexible and proactive approach to problem-solving
Demonstrated ability to plan and execute long-term projects, including setting timelines and milestones, communicating status, balancing priorities, and delivering products to specification
Preferred
Familiarity with Incident Command System (or willing to take training)
Possess HAZMAT training (24 or 40 hour) or willing to take this training
Ability to prepare and give presentations and lead training sessions, where needed
Experience and/or knowledge of marine debris - presence, impacts, and efforts to address it
Experience in managing complex projects, including building consensus around goals and objectives, and tracking and reporting on accomplishments
Experience with web mapping tools (Esri, OpenLayers, Mapbox)
Software and data management tool experience: Python, Access/SQL, ArcPy, R, Esri REST API
Benefits
Health insurance
Paid personal and holiday leave
401(k) program eligibility
Employee disability and life insurance
Company
Genwest Systems, Inc.
Our mission is to provide excellent information management support across a broad spectrum of user needs, striving for the success of our clients and colleagues with integrity and an attitude of willing service.
Founded in 1981
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase