Summary

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Under the supervision of the Senior Scientist, the Staff Scientist will:

• Produce maps and other data visualization products that effectively communicate the results of spatial and non-spatial analyses.
• Manage and create ArcGIS Online content for the Science and Evaluation team.
• Compile, analyze, prepare, and manage NFWF spatial data. Support the identification and compilation of program data, grant data, and external data required to ensure NFWF can track progress towards strategy, habitat, and species goals.
• Assist in the development and refinement of grant mapping tools.
• Collaborate with the science and evaluation team, IT, Director of Program Operations, the conservation programs team and the CCO to contribute to the Foundation’s conservation framework and goals.
• Collaborate with the Science and Evaluation team and Director of Program Operations to establish and implement procedures for spatial data collection including quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC).
• Collaborate with the communications team to disseminate results and lessons learned from NFWF initiatives through various media, as appropriate.
• Support in improving grant-making systems for capturing, managing, and reporting project and program-scale conservation data for use in dashboards.
• Assist in the preparation of reports, briefing materials, and recommendations to support decision making by the Foundation’s Board.
• As appropriate, coordinate activities of outside spatial data consultants.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS)

• Bachelor’s degree with two years of work experience in geographic information systems. Previous experience with GIS analysis and data visualization is required. Preference will be given to applicants with a background in conservation science.
• Proficiency with ESRI ArcGIS, ArcGIS Online, and relational databases.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work and meet deadlines.
• Strong speaking and writing skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.

PREFERED QUALIFICATIONS 

• Master’s degree in geospatial information sciences.
• Experience with ArcEnterprise (administration for a small to medium sized organization, tool/application development).
• Experience developing dashboards in Tableau or ESRI.
• Intermediate (or higher) experience writing code in Python, R, and SQL.

COMPENSATION

Commensurate with experience.

LOCATION

Washington, DC

Application Notes:

Please submit a cover letter describing your interest and qualifications, and resume. 

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis.

Equal Opportunity Statement - The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws in its commitment to being an equal opportunity employer. The Foundation does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, ancestry, marital status, personal appearance, citizen status, disability, sexual orientation, gender, identity or expression, pregnancy, child birth or related medical conditions, family responsibilities, matriculation, genetic information, political or union affiliation, veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law.

Disclaimer - The statements contained herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work to be performed by the employees in these positions. The statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of a person in each position. Other responsibilities, duties, and skills may be assigned and management retains the right to add or change the responsibilities, duties, and skills at any time.