GIS Analyst - Fort Devens, MA

Colorado State University•Fort Jackson, SC

2d•$65,000 - $75,000•Onsite

About The Position

The GIS Analyst provides geospatial support to Fort Devens, Massachusetts, through the Army’s Sustainable Range Program (SRP) and Integrated Training Area Management (ITAM) program. The position creates, updates, manages, and performs quality control on GIS data to ensure compliance with Army data standards. Work includes geospatial analysis, map production, field data collection, and support for other SRP functions. Fieldwork may involve exposure to inclement weather, including heat, humidity, cold, and rain. The role supports SRP, ITAM, Range Operations, Range Modernization, and unit training through data management, geospatial analysis, cartographic products, field surveys, reporting, and coordination with installation program managers and staff. The position also manages GIS program needs, including software and hardware requirements, imagery acquisition, supplies, travel, training, and sustainment of GIS capabilities for SRP staff. The Center for Environmental Management of Military Lands (CEMML) is a research, education, and service unit within the Warner College of Natural Resources at Colorado State University. CEMML applies science to promote sustainable management of natural and cultural resources on Department of Defense and other public lands, providing technical support, applied research, and career development and learning opportunities.

Requirements

BS/BA degree from an accredited college or university in a relevant field, such as geography, cartography, Geographic Information Science, or environmental science.
At least three years of work experience in a relevant field.
Must be legally eligible to work in the United States by the proposed start date; visa sponsorship is not provided.
Must successfully complete required pre-employment and federal background checks and comply with requirements for obtaining a Common Access Card (CAC), including completing a NACI/SF85.

Nice To Haves

MS/MA degree from an accredited college or university in a relevant field, such as geography, cartography, Geographic Information Science, or environmental science.
Experience creating and distributing informational products.
Experience providing subject matter expertise to an ACOM, ASCC, and/or Direct Reporting Unit (DRU) on RCMP-T-related tasks, as demonstrated through past performance.
Experience working on public lands with multiple land management and regulatory agencies.
Demonstrated work experience with land rehabilitation and maintenance.
Experience operating all-terrain vehicles and light to heavy equipment.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain all SRP GIS data for Fort Devens.
Ensure GIS data complies with Spatial Data Standards for Facilities, Infrastructure, and Environment (SDSFIE), metadata meets project requirements, and data passes quality control checks.
Provide geospatial analysis, cartographic products, and GIS support for ITAM, Range Operations, Range Modernization, and SRP unit training.
Develop, maintain, and update Military Installation Maps (MIMs) in accordance with MIM Production Guidance Documentation, RCMP requirements, and mission needs.
Develop, manage, and maintain SRP proponent geospatial data layers, including DAMO-TRS (SRP) SDSFIE Army Adaptation data, in compliance with applicable strategies, quality assurance plans, Army strategy, and command geospatial standards.
Perform data reporting, upgrades, and quality assurance corrections.
Build, collect, and validate geospatial data using analysis, imagery, range charrettes, field surveys, and measurements to support SRP field operations, Range Modernization, ITAM, and Army strategic geospatial objectives.
Manage SRP GIS program needs, including software and hardware requirements and updates, imagery acquisition, supplies, travel, training, and sustainment of GIS capabilities for SRP staff.
Coordinate routinely with installation program managers and staff at supported bases to review data, provide status updates, and support program needs.
Collect and evaluate existing spatial data from disparate sources.
Conduct field data collection using GPS, perform orthorectification of aerial photography, and digitize features from imagery.
Complete required monthly reports.