Section 7 GIS Mapper
Company: Lynker Corporation
Location: Leesburg
Posted on: January 25, 2023
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Job Description:
All work for this requirement will pertain to projects related
to fishery management, resource protection, habitat conservation,
or other scientific research. Using Geographic Information System
(GIS) data layers, action agencies and other users can better
determine whether activities may affect resources and habitat under
our jurisdiction in the Southeast Region. SERO requires GIS support
to update the spatial and temporal data reflecting life stages,
behaviors, essential fish habitat, and critical habitat through
data entry, digitizing data, and collecting geo-referenced data and
metadata. GIS support enables required edits to existing or
addition of additional GIS layers of the geodatabase using the best
available scientific and commercial information as well as new data
from peer-reviewed literature, research reports, and field
observations.
Section 7 GIS Mapper Tasks and Deliverables:
Update the Section 7 Mapper Application
Review the updates and feedback tracking spreadsheet for the
Section 7 Mapper to prioritize and complete updates for the next
version of the mapper
Edit existing GIS layers of the geodatabase
Develop additional GIS layers and information for each ESA-listed
species and critical habitat in the Southeast Region and address
any delisted and new listed species and critical habitat (Meetings
may be held via teleconference or videoconference)
Create and organize GIS data by ESA-listed species and critical
habitat
Compile the GIS data into the Section 7 Consultation Area
geodatabase populated with the unique information for each species
and critical habitat
Update attribute schema accordingly
Consolidate life stages and behavior and customize report details
as applicable
Identify and implement techniques to decrease rendering speeds
Develop final updates to Section 7 Mapper
Update the User Guide for the ESA Section 7 Mapper in both a Word
document and on the navigation panel of the Section 7 Web Mapper if
necessary based on the changes to the mapper
Meetings
Hold meetings and regularly collaborate with the NOAA PLs to
prioritize the feedback for the next version of the mapper
Meet with SERO staff via teleconference or video conference to
review the Section 7 Mapper.
Hold meetings with NOAA PLs to review draft updates to the Section
7 Mapper
Meet with the NOAA PL via teleconference or video conference as
needed to plan completing the final updates for the next version of
the Section 7 Mapper, incorporating changes and addressing concerns
from the review of the draft Section 7 Mapper
Monthly reports
Job Requirements:
Seven (7) years of experience directly related to the position
including a minimum of five (5) years of experience using ArcGIS
software for editing and spatial analysis and one (1) year of
experience in creating ArcGIS Online web map applications
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Expertise with GIS, program and project management, best practices
and procedures, and database management
Experience with MS Office software
About Lynker
Lynker is a growing, Hub-zone certified small business specializing
in professional, scientific and technical services. Our continually
expanding team combines scientific expertise with mature,
results-driven processes and tools to achieve technically sound,
cost effective solutions in hydrology/water sciences, geospatial
analysis, information technology, resource management,
conservation, and management and business process improvement.
We focus on putting the right people in the right place to be
effective. And having the right people is critical for success. Our
streamlined organization enables and empowers our talented
professionals to tackle our customers' scientific and technical
priorities - creatively and effectively.
Lynker offers a team-oriented work environment, competitive
salaries and benefits, and the opportunity to work in a culture of
exceptionally skilled and diverse professionals who embrace sound
science and creative solutions.
Lynker is an E-Verify employer.
Lynker is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages
women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to
apply.
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