McLaughlin Research Corporation (MRC) is hiring an entry-level full-time Geographic Information System (GIS) Analyst I. A part-time or a full-time position would be considered for an experienced applicant.
MRC seeks an entry-level GIS Analyst I with knowledge of GIS systems and data management. This position is for GIS, mapping, data-management, and spatial-analysis work in support of the Naval Undersea Warfare Center (NUWC), Division Newport Environmental Branch.
Duties:
• Create, edit, maintain, and quality-check GIS datasets, feature classes, geodatabases, web maps, and associated metadata.
• Produce maps, figures, exhibits, and other geospatial visualizations for NEPA documents, environmental planning studies, briefings, and public-review materials.
• Support spatial analyses related to proposed action areas and environmental resources
• Conduct quality assurance and quality control of GIS data and map products
• Maintain organized GIS project files, data inventories, map templates, and metadata in accordance with office procedures and records management requirements.
• Support preparation of technical memoranda, data summaries, map notes, and methodology descriptions for environmental planning documents.
• Support environmental planning beyond the GIS laboratory, including drafting and review of portions of environmental planning documents (e.g., environmental assessments, endangered species act consultations). Topic emphasis would prioritize areas within the individual’s areas of expertise.
• Collaborate with government staff and contractors to provide expertise on GIS-related questions or needs.
• Perform administrative duties, including tracking tasks and taking occasional trainings as required for Navy contractors.