Environmental Data/GIS Specialist (Remote)

Professionals in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) analysis are responsible for utilizing spatial data and technologies to analyze and visualize geographic information for decision-making and problem-solving within organizations. They utilize their expertise in GIS software, spatial analysis, and cartography to extract insights and patterns from spatial data and support various applications across industries. Typical responsibilities include collecting and compiling geographic data from various sources, such as satellite imagery, aerial photographs, and digital maps, and creating and maintaining GIS databases and datasets. GIS analysis roles also involve performing spatial analysis techniques, such as overlay analysis, proximity analysis, and network analysis, to analyze relationships and patterns within geographic data and derive actionable insights. 

For this position, the Environmental Data/GIS Specialist provides technical and program level support to various DoD clients in the areas of managing and transforming environmental data in order to elucidate conditions to internal and external clients. As part of our robust technical support, the Environmental Data/GIS Specialist manages extensive environmental datasets, including the compilation and transformation of data, appending of data from various sources, and regular updates when new sampling data is available. The Noblis Data Specialist then creates visualizations from this data for use in understanding complex environmental conditions and recommending a path forward for complex DoD environmental sites.

General responsibilities include:

• Design, analyze and develop geo-spatial solutions and product specifications for global geo-spatial images and vector products. Performs geographic information systems (GIS) analyses. Plans, designs, develops, documents and analyzes spatial and relational databases. Applies software to manage spatial and related tabular data. Builds databases by capturing map information with coordinate digitizer. Produces computer map products depicting contents of databases. Locates sources of GIS data.
• Responsible for learning and using Noblis’ standard principles, concepts, processes, structure, techniques, tools, and methodologies to solve routine real-world problems using basic skills. Apply particular project or technical/functional area knowledge and concepts and operate with close supervision, following direction and guidance from others. Engage independently in activities such as research, data gathering, data manipulation and interpretation; consolidate findings and identify key themes from gathered data and analysis. Begin to demonstrate personal flexibility through learning and self-development and the ability to communicate effectively with others.

Specific responsibilities include:

• Compilation and transformation of environmental data from various external sources;
• Use of ArcGIS and other environmental data visualization software to create maps and depictions for data analysis;
• 3D and 2D visualization of data to include geographic, analytical, and financial;
• Integration of multi-disciplinary studies;
• Ability to conduct quality assurance on environmental data sets and work products;
• Collaboration with internal and external clients to meet evolving needs;
• 25% domestic travel may be required.

• Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Environmental Science, Engineering, or related field; and at least 3 years of related experience (OR a Master's degree and at least 1 year)
• Proof of U.S. citizenship
• Experience working in a field related to environmental sciences or use of GIS;
• Geographic Information Systems (GIS) – understanding of principles of GIS
• Extensive knowledge of scientific principles;
• Experience using MS Office software including: 
  • MS Access (import export data, build tables, design and execute queries)
  • Excel
  • Word
  • PowerPoint

• Ability to think independently, to work in group environments, and to represent Noblis in a professional manner;
• Demonstrated organizational, interpersonal, technical writing and presentation skills;
• Experience using Python and/or R computing languages;
• Ability to manage client expectations at multiple organizational levels.

Noblis and our wholly owned subsidiaries, Noblis ESI, and Noblis MSD tackle the nation's toughest problems and apply advanced solutions to our clients' most critical missions. We bring the best of scientific thought, management, and engineering expertise together in an environment of independence and objectivity to deliver enduring impact on federal missions. Noblis works with a wide range of government clients in the defense, intelligence and federal civil sectors. Learn more at Noblis -About Us

Why work at a Noblis company?

Our employees find greater meaning in their work and balance the other things in life that matter to them. Our people are our greatest asset. They are exceptionally skilled, knowledgeable, team-oriented, and mission-driven individuals who want to do work that matters and benefits the public. Noblis has won numerous workplace awards. Noblis maintains a drug-free workplace.

*Remote/hybrid status is subject to change based on Noblis and/or government requirements

At Noblis we recognize and reward your contributions, provide you with growth opportunities, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, and work-life programs. Our award programs acknowledge employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our service standards. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in our benefit programs. Other offerings may be provided for employees not within this category. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Benefits page on our Careers site.

Compensation at Noblis is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the combination of education, certifications, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, internal and external equity, location, clearance level, as well as contract-specific affordability, organizational requirements and applicable employment laws. The projected compensation range for this position is based on full time status. For part time or on-call staff, compensation is proportionately adjusted based on hours worked. While monetary compensation is important, it's just one component of Noblis’ total compensation package.

Noblis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race (as well as because of or on the basis of traits historically associated with race, including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

Noblis is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Noblis will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact employee-relations@noblis.org.