Versar

GIS Analyst

Versar$70K — $95K *
US-AnywhereRemote in United States
Education, Government & Non-Profit
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Five years of GIS experience focusing on geospatial analysis and datasets.
  • Expertise in polygon production and geodatabase design using Esri tools or equivalent platforms.
  • Experience with maritime, hydrographic, and government geospatial datasets is preferred.
  • Detail-oriented with a methodical approach to geospatial production.
  • Proficient in documenting metadata and source lineage with attention to discrepancies.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
  • Eligible for federal background check and drug screening.

Responsibilities

  • Review and validate government inventory against geospatial applications.
  • Identify features and data discrepancies in national geospatial datasets.
  • Develop source crosswalk data and implement approved data schemas.
  • Produce and validate polygon data and perform topology checks.
  • Document metadata and support incremental delivery of production packages.

Benefits

  • Remote work flexibility.
  • Comprehensive training and professional development opportunities.
  • Supportive and collaborative work environment with fellow GIS professionals.
Full Job Description
Who You Are:

The GIS Analyst will support source data review, geodatabase design, polygon production, attribution, topology validation, metadata development, and quality assurance for the national Port and Waterway Geospatial Dataset. The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience with Esri geospatial tools or equivalent platforms and will be able to apply consistent technical methods across complex maritime, coastal, river, canal, Great Lakes, offshore, and multipart geospatial features.

*This position is contingent upon award.

What You'll Do:
  • Review Government-furnished inventory items and cross-reference them against the NAVCEN Port Status application and Harmonized Waterways Dataset Explorer.
  • Identify corresponding features, applicable identifiers, standardized and alternate names, responsible COTP, available geometry, source lineage, and data discrepancies.
  • Develop and maintain source crosswalk data, support the decision register, implement the approved data schema, produce and validate polygons, perform topology checks, document metadata, and support incremental production package delivery.

What You'll Bring:
  • At least five years of professional GIS experience, including polygon production, geodatabase design, attribute-schema implementation, topology validation, metadata development, source lineage documentation, and use of Esri geospatial tools or equivalent capabilities.
  • Experience working with maritime, hydrographic, transportation, infrastructure, emergency management, or authoritative Government geospatial datasets is preferred.
  • Detail-oriented, methodical, and capable of applying repeatable geospatial production standards across a large national dataset.
  • Resolve geometry and attribution issues, document source lineage, identify discrepancies that require Government adjudication, and support both automated and manual validation processes.
  • Must be proficient in English, both written and verbal, to ensure effective communication and collaboration.
  • Successful results of preemployment screenings, including federal background check, MVR, and drug screen.
  • Comply with company drug and alcohol policy.
  • Be authorized to work in the US or will be authorized by the successful candidate's start date.

Compensation

Expected Salary: $33.65/hr - $45.67/hr

Versar Global Solutions provides the compensation range and general description of other compensation and benefits that the Company in good faith believes it might pay and/or offer for this position based on the successful applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities in addition to internal equity and geographic location. The Company reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant's status protected by local, state, or federal law.

Location Requirements

The position will primarily work remote.

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About Versar

Versar is an engineering and construction company that provides a range of services including environmental consulting, construction management, and munitions response services. The company was founded in 1969 and has since grown to have over 200 employees. Versar has worked on projects for the US government as well as private sector clients. The company has a focus on sustainability and has been involved in projects related to renewable energy and green building. Versar is headquartered in Springfield, Virginia.
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200 employees
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Founded
1969

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