Environmental Geospatial Data and Visualization Specialist

We are seeking an Environmental Geospatial Data and Visualization Specialist who will focus on environmental data modernization efforts through the application of Geographic Information Systems (GIS), enterprise GIS platforms, and user-centered workflow design. This position resides in the Environmental Sampling and Data Evaluation Group in the Environmental Protection Services Division;
Environmental Safety, Health, and Quality Directorate at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL).

Major Duties/Responsibilities:

The position duties include collaborating closely with subject matter experts across environmental sampling, water quality, natural and cultural resource management programs to streamline data integration, improve operational efficiency, and support decision-making. The position also includes cross-training as a backup resource for enterprise GIS deployments using the Esri platform and may support interoperability efforts with environmental data management systems, including EQuIS. Additional cross-training opportunities may include hydrologic data evaluation and instream flow monitoring support.

• Support environmental data modernization initiatives through GIS integration, workflow improvement, and process optimization.
• Assist in the design, development, testing, deployment, and maintenance of GIS applications and solutions.
• Perform GIS data quality assurance and quality control, maintain documentation, and support sound data stewardship practices.
• Collaborate with program staff and stakeholders to gather business requirements, improve workflows, and support user-centered solution design.
• Provide support for enterprise GIS operations using the Esri platform, including ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Enterprise/Portal, web maps, web applications, dashboards, and mobile tools such as Field Maps and Survey
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• Assist with service publishing, data updates, system troubleshooting, and other production support activities for GIS services and applications.
• Serve as a backup resource for selected enterprise GIS administration, deployment, and maintenance functions through cross-training.
• Support interoperability between GIS and environmental data management systems, including integration with environmental sampling, evaluation, analytics, and QA/QC workflows.
• Participate in data validation, visualization, and reporting efforts that support environmental compliance and protection programs.
• As needed, assist with hydrologic monitoring activities, including data review, visualization, and basic analysis of field monitoring datasets.
• Cross-train to provide backup support for instream flow monitoring, hydrologic data evaluation, and associated field equipment operations, as workload permits.

Basic Qualifications:

• BS degree in GIS, Informatics, Environmental Science, Earth Sciences, or a related field with 2-4 years of experience in utilizing GIS platforms for environmental data visualization and analysis or MS degree with 1-3 years of experience in utilizing GIS platforms for environmental data visualization and analysis
• Proficiency in GIS desktop applications, particularly ArcGIS Pro
• Familiarity with enterprise GIS environments and web-based GIS applications
• Working knowledge of scripting and query languages, including:
  • Python
  • SQL
  • Arcade
• Ability to work collaboratively with technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Strong documentation and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience or familiarity with Microsoft Power Platform, including:
  • Power Automate
  • Power BI
  • Power Apps
  • Share Point
• Prior experience working within the DOE system or similar federal/public-sector environments
• Exposure to environmental compliance, environmental monitoring, or field data…