Geographic Information Systems GIS Analyst - Research & Evaluation

Organization Overview:

The Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) is an economic development entity of the federal government and 13 state governments focusing on 423 counties across the Appalachian Region. ARC’s mission is to innovate, partner and invest to build community capacity and strengthen economic growth in Appalachia to help the Region achieve socioeconomic parity with the nation.

Position Summary:

ARC seeks a highly organized and collaborative team player to join our Research and Evaluation Division as a Geographic Information Systems [GIS] Analyst to provide support to the ARC Research and Evaluation team with a variety of data, GIS mapping, research, and evaluation assignments in support of ARC’s Strategic Plan. Position duties support the collection, management, analysis, visualization (graphically), reporting and dissemination of geographic information and knowledge in the form of maps, databases, reports, and applications.

The Research and Evaluation team conducts work, both internally and externally via commissioned contracts, to describe socioeconomic conditions in Appalachia, analyze economic development trends in Appalachia, understand geographic areas of need, and document and evaluate ARC’s programmatic investments. This information is used for ARC policy documents, workshops and events, press releases, research reports, evaluation studies, web site content, and other venues.

This position works closely with the GIS Manager and the Team on database, cartographic, research, and evaluation projects to support a variety of assignments at various stages of implementation, as directed. The position reports to the Division Director.

Required Qualifications:

• Working knowledge of research methods, quantitative analysis ,
  general data analysis and familiarity with statistics and social sciences (economics, geography, sociology, etc.).

• Proven knowledge of GIS mapping software (specifically Esri’s ArGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online) and other data processing procedures for designing, planning and producing geographic information.

• Expert experience presenting complex analysis and results to research team, managers, and staff across the organization as well as with external vendors and contractors using data visualizations (i.e. charts, tables, and graphs) on various software platforms.

• Adept research methods and tools to create efficiency for reporting, GIS mapping and other analytical and computational processes.

• Solid demonstrated project management experience including the ability to develop and follow project timelines and deliverables.

• Core competencies:
  
  accountability, adaptability, collaboration, communication, critical analysis.

• Ability to thrive in a collaborative environment and bring an energetic and innovative approach to his or her work.

• Bachelor’s degree in geography, economics, regional planning, computer science or other related fields.

• 1-3 years of relevant GIS experience.

• Successful completion (prior to hire) and maintenance of background security review.

• Ability to travel (~10%). If travel is needed, must maintain and possess a valid driver’s license.

Why ARC?
Great Benefits:*
* ** ARC offers a collaborative work environment and a competitive benefits package which includes health insurance, 401(k), paid time off, commuting subsidy, professional development, and teleworking. This is not a federal position, however, if a federal employee is selected for this position and transfers without a break in service of more than three calendar days, he or she may be able to continue his or her retirement and life/health insurance benefits.

ARC generally follows the General Schedule Salary Table of the Federal government. ARC’s grades denoted by “NF” are equivalent to the GS chart. This position is an NF-11 locality). This position is located in Washington, DC and requires five “in-person” days in the office.

Strong Mission:
** Curious about the work we do at ARC? Read more about our strategic plan,
**** Appalachia Envisioned **, to check out our goals. Our team is dedicated to innovation, partnerships, and investments in the Appalachian Region to help achieve socioeconomic parity with the nation.

Equal Employment Policy
ARC is an equal employment opportunity employer and endeavors to make reasonable accommodations to the known physical or mental limitations of qualified applicants with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of ARC’s business. If an applicant believes he or she requires such assistance to complete the application or to participate in an interview, he or she should contact the Director, Human Resources.

If an applicant has any questions or concerns, he or she should reach out to the Lisa Pansegrouw, Director, Human Resources at  or at hr