Environmental Data Analytics Specialist
About The Position
WSP is seeking an Environmental Data Analytics Specialist for its Redmond, Washington; Seattle, Washington; or Portland, Oregon offices. The role supports projects with the Environment, Remediation, and Water Team, helping meet client objectives and address their challenges. The position performs geographic and non-geographic data manipulation, management, and analysis; develops and uses automated data-management processes; and creates or revises GIS layers according to established standards. It also supports basic environmental science work related to ecological systems, air, and water resources, including site-characteristic verification and entry-level technical assistance. The specialist works across multiple projects in a team-oriented, production-focused environment, maintaining quality, schedule, and budget commitments. Duties include preparing technical documentation and reports, maintaining metadata and data-management best practices, and following WSP policies and ethical standards.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Geology, Chemistry, Natural Resources Management, Geography, Computer Science, GIS, or a related science field.
- Experience using ESRI ArcGIS Pro, ArcMap, or ArcCatalog.
- Basic familiarity with database development and management using MS Access and/or EQuIS.
- Basic familiarity with programming languages such as Python, R, or Visual Basic.
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office software, including Excel, Word, Access, and PowerPoint.
- Good organizational, oral, and written communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Competent interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to express ideas effectively and professionally to scientific and non-scientific audiences.
- Self-leadership, attention to detail, and ability to multitask and prioritize in a dynamic work environment.
- Basic proficiency with business writing, office automation and communication software, technology, and tools.
- A track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to comply with WSP health, safety, drug/alcohol, and harassment policies.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree in Environmental Science, Geology, Chemistry, Natural Resources Management, Geography, Computer Science, GIS, or a related science field.
- Experience with laboratory analytical data packages and electronic data reports.
- Experience using ESRI ArcGIS Spatial Analyst Extension.
- Proficiency in Python, R, and/or Visual Basic.
- Experience with 3D environmental visualization software such as LeapFrog or EVS.
- Experience with code version-control systems such as git.
Responsibilities
- Perform geographic and non-geographic data manipulation, management, and analysis, and develop or use automated data-management processes in various software environments.
- Revise existing GIS layers and create new layers following established standards and procedures.
- Maintain quality-control standards and procedures to ensure accurate and precise measurement and documentation.
- Assist with basic professional environmental science work related to ecological systems, air, and water resources; help verify site characteristics and provide entry-level technical assistance on environmental issues.
- Work on multiple projects simultaneously while helping keep projects on time and within budget.
- Work in a production-oriented environment as part of a team.
- Prepare technical documentation of project requirements, procedures, execution, and implementation plans.
- Maintain metadata and best practices to support systems and data.
- Assist in preparing analytical reports and monthly progress reports for meetings.
- Make responsible and ethical decisions regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, and comply with WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
- Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.
Benefits
- Medical coverage
- Dental coverage
- Vision coverage
- Disability coverage
- Life coverage
- Retirement savings
- Paid sick leave
- Paid vacation or other personal time
- Paid parental leave
- Paid time off for bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
