Job summary
Job post source
This job is from a recruiting firm hiring for a separate company.
Job overview
The Technician I / Junior GIS Analyst role supports mission-critical geospatial data validation and quality assurance for Department of Defense programs, ensuring spatial data accuracy and compliance with standards.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves conducting QA/QC reviews on geospatial datasets, ensuring adherence to DoD standards, documenting metadata, supporting automated QA/QC workflows, integrating geospatial data into enterprise GIS platforms, maintaining QA/QC logs, coordinating with stakeholders, and preparing quality reports.
Compensation and benefits
The position offers a salary range of $55,000 to $70,000 per year, company-paid health, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability insurance, a 401k plan with employer match, 11 paid holidays, and paid time off.
Experience and skills
Candidates need a bachelor's degree in a related technical field, 2 years of geospatial QA/QC experience in federal or DoD environments, proficiency with ESRI ArcGIS tools, and knowledge of SDSFIE, FGDC, and DoD compliance standards; preferred qualifications include experience with USACE, NGA, DLA, or DISA programs, GIS certifications, and programming skills.
Work environment and culture
The company values diversity, inclusion, and a collaborative environment, committing to equal opportunity employment and accommodations for disabilities.
Company information
SGP Recruiting supports Tribal 8(a) and commercial organizations, with clients including SBA-certified Native American Tribal 8(a) companies delivering IT and consulting services to federal and commercial sectors.
Job location and travel
The job is full-time onsite with a possibility of a hybrid schedule, requiring an active or eligible TS/SCI clearance for classified programs.
Unique job features
The role involves working on classified DoD programs with opportunities to use advanced GIS QA/QC tools and support system modernization initiatives.
Company overview
SGP Recruiting is a specialized recruitment and staffing agency that focuses on connecting businesses with top-tier talent across various industries. The company generates revenue by offering tailored recruitment solutions, including direct hire, contract staffing, and executive search services, catering to the specific needs of its clients. Established with a commitment to personalized service and long-term partnerships, SGP Recruiting has built a reputation for its thorough candidate vetting process and industry expertise. Candidates should note the company's emphasis on aligning talent with organizational culture and its dedication to fostering professional growth for both clients and job seekers.
How to land this job
Position your resume to emphasize your experience with geospatial QA/QC, especially your proficiency in ESRI ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Enterprise, and tools like Data Reviewer or Attribute Rules, as these are central to the Technician I / Junior GIS Analyst role at SGP Recruiting.
Highlight your understanding and application of SDSFIE, FGDC metadata standards, and DoD geospatial compliance protocols to showcase your ability to maintain data accuracy and standards alignment in a federal or DoD environment.
Apply through multiple platforms including SGP Recruiting's corporate career site and LinkedIn, increasing your chances of visibility and consideration for this specialized position.
Connect with current GIS or geospatial team members at SGP Recruiting on LinkedIn; use ice breakers such as asking about their experience working with DoD geospatial data standards or inquiring about the integration of automated QA/QC workflows within their projects.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'geospatial QA/QC,' 'SDSFIE,' 'FGDC metadata,' 'ArcGIS Pro,' 'TS/SCI clearance,' and 'DoD compliance' to ensure your resume passes initial automated screenings.
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