Job Description
GIS Specialist (United States Geological Survey)
Launch your career in the geospatial field by displaying your passion for the world around you in an interactive role that allows you to perform the hands-on geospatial science and cartographic work that’s involved in the continuous development of The National Map.
As a GIS Specialist, you will be joining XTS’s highly capable and collaborative Geospatial Technical Services team supporting the United States Geological Survey (USGS) and their Seamless 1 Meter (S1M) Digital Elevation Model development efforts. In this fully remote, entry-level role, you will be applying your strong knowledge of geospatial and cartographic concepts and data, receive professional hands-on experience with the ArcGIS software suite, and be an adaptable teammate in a collaborative work environment.
Required Skills and Qualifications
To be considered for this position, the desired candidate must demonstrate:
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 0-2 years of relevant work experience
- Knowledge of GIS and cartographic concepts
- Includes geospatial data, coordinate systems, spatial databases, geoprocessing, etc.
- Includes scale, features, data integration, symbolization, etc.
- Previous experience with LiDAR, global mapper, or ArcGIS Pro is not required, but is a plus
- Ability to interact effectively with a variety of technical staff both in person and remotely
- Clear, concise, timely, and accurate communication and ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and produce quality deliverables
- Ability to be analytical and apply problem solving skills and use critical thinking skills
Share your talents and expertise with our efforts of enhancing our National Map by applying today and send your resume directly to Alejandro Molina: [email protected]
At XTS, we believe in taking care of our employees as much as we take care of our clients. As a veteran-owned company, we understand the importance of community, service, and fostering a culture where each team member can thrive. Our commitment to employee well-being is reflected in the comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities we offer. We offer tailored health care plans that fit your lifestyle, along with dental and vision coverage, paid time off (PTO), and a 401K with employer matching to secure your financial future. As we push forward in the rapidly evolving field of AI, XTS is committed to providing employees with tools and opportunities to stay ahead. We are proud to offer our GeoAI scholarship to help our employees further develop their skills and expertise in this cutting-edge field. We take pride in sharing the USGS mission of advancing science and public service.
