Spatial Data Analyst; GIS

Spatial Data Analyst

Genwest Systems Inc., an equal opportunity employer, is currently accepting applications for a Spatial Data Analyst
. This position will primarily support our clients at the National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), National Ocean Service (NOS), Office of Response and Restoration (OR&R) Spatial Data Branch (SDB) and Disaster Preparedness Program (DPP).

This position will work a hybrid schedule from NOAA offices in either Mobile, AL (Preferred) or Silver Spring, MD
. It is expected to include 2-3 days per week in‑office, with the remaining days teleworking.

The successful applicant will support OR&R staff by providing spatial data management and analysis, as well as enhancing disaster preparedness and response. The position will:

• 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
• Support the Environmental Response Management Application (ERMA) by taking on key tasks in data management and data upload, layer management, coordinating with data partners and stakeholders, and participating in software application testing and training.
  • Creating and symbolizing GIS data
  • Generating maps and charts
  • Writing processing steps and metadata
  • Constructing and maintaining databases
• Travel to provide on‑site support to incident response as required

• Work within a team conducting spatial analysis
• Compile and organize spatial data (GIS) and metadata
• Load and symbolize data into OR&R ERMA
• Automate data analysis tasks and routines and document efforts
• Automate data workflows and perform periodic testing of applications to ensure they 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 best practices
• Enhance incident environmental response through on‑site support as needed

Required Qualifications:

• 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 (Survey
  123/Field Maps/Quick Capture)
• Skills and experience with environmental data and database management, including standardization and compilation for analysis and modeling
• Strong spatial and statistical analysis skills
• Strong verbal, writing, and organizational skills
• Self‑motivated, energetic, strategic thinker who can take on problems, identify and confirm plans of action, and address obstacles collaboratively
• 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 multidisciplinary 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

Desired

Qualifications:

• Familiarity with Incident Command System (or willingness to receive training)
• Possession of HAZMAT training (24 or 40 hour) or willingness to take this training
• Ability to prepare and give presentations and lead training sessions when 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, Open Layers, Mapbox)
• Software and data management tool experience:
  Python, Access/SQL, Arc Py, R, Esri REST API

Compensation will be determined based on experience and qualifications, ranging from approximately $50,000 to $65,000 annualized, depending on client budget. The position is eligible for Genwest’s full‑time benefit package, which includes:

• Health insurance
• Paid personal and holiday leave
• 401(k) program eligibility
• Employee disability and life insurance

Please include any cover letter, your resume, and references in a single PDF (Adobe Acrobat) attachment (no more than 4 pages in length). Your PDF file name should include your name.

Applicants selected for interviews will be contacted via email. The position will remain open until filled, with priority given to applications received by January 16, 2026.