GIS Analyst

SNA International • Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, HI

13d • Onsite

About The Position

SNA seeks a bright, collaborative GIS Analyst with a strong work ethic to join its team, which works to build a safe and just world by empowering organizations in the use of forensics, biometrics, and identity intelligence. The GIS Analyst is located within DPAA’s Indo-Pacific Directorate and conducts geospatial research and field surveys to advance casework and identify sites associated with missing military personnel. This is a short-term, six-month position that is 100% onsite in Hawaii.

The position involves complex geospatial research and analysis into the status of missing American service personnel from past wars. Work includes documentary research, imagery georeferencing and acquisition, data management, datum conversion, historical document interpretation, geographically bounded studies, field surveys and mapping, witness interviews, method recommendations, map production, and briefings to Agency leadership. The Analyst advances investigations through data, archival, and field research; provides GIS and remote-sensing expertise; and synthesizes geospatial, historical, and archaeological datasets to develop cases.

The Analyst collaborates with researchers and geospatial analysts, supports field and remote-sensing operations, debriefs field personnel, and contributes findings to reports and the body of knowledge surrounding cases. The role also involves communication with foreign representatives, embassies, and casualty or mortuary offices; direct and independent work with clients; and occasional national and international travel as required by the Agency. Recurring duties are completed independently, while deviations, problems, or unfamiliar situations are referred to a supervisor. The Analyst follows client policies and procedures and performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• B.A. or B.S. degree in anthropology, archaeology, geography, geology, or a related field, and a GIS Certificate from an accredited GIS/Geography program, or equivalent education and experience.
• High proficiency with ESRI ArcGIS and related GIS software.
• Broad knowledge of GIS concepts, principles, and practices, gained through education in geography or its application in a relevant field and relevant job experience.
• Ability to conduct research on diverse cases with scattered and limited source material.
• Ability to use flexible approaches and versatility in conducting research.
• Knowledge of professional writing styles based on professional experience.
• Strong written and oral communication skills, evidenced by a record of publications, technical reports, and conference presentations.
• Ability to deploy and work in austere field conditions.
• Experience supporting and anticipating client needs and demonstrating problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent recordkeeping skills.
• Ability to prioritize responsibilities, multitask, and work well under pressure.
• Proficiency in MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat.
• Demonstrated history of initiative and achievement.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.

Nice To Haves

• One year of GIS-based field data collection in archaeology, anthropology, geography, geology, natural sciences, military operations, surveying, or a related field.
• GISP certification from the GIS Certification Institute (GISCI).

Responsibilities

• Conduct geospatial research and field surveys to advance casework and identify sites associated with missing military personnel.
• Research diverse cases with scattered and limited source material.
• Perform complex geospatial research and analysis into the status of missing American service personnel from past wars.
• Conduct documentary research, imagery georeferencing and acquisition, data management, datum conversion, historical document interpretation, secondary-source reading, geographically bounded studies, field surveys, survey mapping, witness interviews, and method recommendations.
• Produce maps and briefings for Agency leadership.
• Advance investigations into missing-in-action cases through data, archival, and field research analysis.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on geospatial analytical methods and technology, including GIS, geophysical survey, and remote-sensing technology.
• Provide technical GIS support for case development, including specialized maps, imagery analysis, image georectification, GIS data management, remote-sensing methodology, and imagery collection.
• Synthesize geospatial, historical, and archaeological datasets to advance cases.
• Collaborate with researchers, geospatial analysts, and other peers, and incorporate their findings into reports.
• Support field operations and provide technical GIS support for remote-sensing operations and other field investigative or research activities.
• Debrief field operations personnel and contribute to case-related knowledge and reports.
• Assist with communications with foreign representatives, embassies, and casualty or mortuary offices.
• Work directly and independently with clients and complete recurring duties independently, referring deviations, problems, or unfamiliar situations to a supervisor.
• Follow client policies and procedures and perform other duties as assigned.
• Travel nationally and internationally occasionally, as required by the Agency.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time