GIS Specialist

Job Description

The GIS Specialist I shall provide classifications of remotely sensed imagery and spatial analysis outputs and related technical support to staff, cooperators, and partners, namely the Gulf Coast Joint Venture (GCJV).

• Develop new spatial data from remotely sensed data (e.g., satellite imagery, elevation data, and aerial photography) using predefined guidance.
• Conduct spatial analyses (e.g., developing statistics based on spatial location of features, developing new datasets through compilation of existing data, exploring patterns in spatial data, etc.) of available geospatial datasets to support landscape conservation design and delivery.
• As needed, perform review of scientific literature relevant to remote sensing, GIS analyses, and ecology-specific to habitats being mapped or analyzed.

Will need to access government servers to complete the deliverables.

None. Will report to CNSS Program Manager and may coordinate daily work with client representative (Task Order Manager).

• Bachelor’s degree in Geography, Environmental Science with an emphasis on geographic information systems or remote sensing.
• Up to 2 years of experience in a research setting (preferred).

• Remote sensing theory including: spectral reflectance characteristics; spectral indices; land use land cover classification; pixel-based classifications; and accuracy assessment of classifications.
• Common geospatial analysis techniques including: site optimization; buffering; spatial queries and spatial joins; and zonal statistics.
• Knowledge of Trimble eCognition and ERDAS Imagine.
• Light detection and ranging (lidar) data.
• Geospatial datums and coordinate systems.
• Data management.
• Map production.
• FGDC metadata standards and development.
• Figure and table preparation.
• Proficiency at oral and written English-language communication.

Office environment with options for remote work when possible.