Geospatial Lead

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Suitland, MD
In-Office
120K-160K Annually
Expert/Leader
Information Technology
The Role
The Geospatial Lead directs geospatial data systems for Census operations, overseeing design, integration, compliance, and collaboration with data scientists while evaluating new GIS technologies.
Summary Generated by Built In

Coho Technology Solutions is seeking a Geospatial/GIS Lead to provide technical direction for geospatial data systems and applications critical to Census operations. This role ensures the integrity and integration of spatial data across all Decennial programs, supporting the Master Address File and TIGER systems.

Responsibilities (include but are not limited to):

  • Oversee design and maintenance of geospatial systems and data models.
  • Ensure integration of geospatial data with collection and processing systems.
  • Lead enhancements to address accuracy and data visualization tools.
  • Develop geospatial data standards and ensure consistency across systems and data sources.
  • Collaborate with data scientists to support advanced spatial analytics and visualization initiatives.
  • Evaluate new GIS technologies and tools to support modernization and automation.
  • Ensure compliance with federal geospatial data policies and standards (FGDC, OMB Circular A-16).

Essential Job Qualifications and Requirements:

  • Education:
    • Master’s in Geography, GIS, or a related discipline
  • Experience:
    • 10+ years in GIS, spatial data management, or cartography
    • Familiarity with U.S. Census Bureau geographic systems preferred
Position Pay Range
$120,000$160,000 USD

About Copper River & The Native Village of Eyak:

Owned by the Native Village of Eyak (NVE), a federally recognized Alaska Native Tribe, the Copper River Family of Companies are a collection of entities that deliver a complementary set of solutions and services to support the diverse missions and requirements of our clients. Proud participants of the Small Business Administration’s (SBA) 8(a) Business Development Program since 2006, our companies consist of both current and graduation SBA 8(a) entities. It is our collective purpose to support the Tribe and diversify the NVE’s ability to facilitate economic advancement.

The income generated from our companies helps the Native Village of Eyak fund health and social services, economic development, natural resource/environmental education, jobs, job training, and other benefits to the NVE in a manner that is consistent with Alaskan Native cultural values and traditions.

Copper River’s Culture

The Copper River Family of Companies has a positive, supportive, and thriving culture. At the foundation of our culture is a focus on collaboration. No matter your role or which operating company you work for, we are ONE TEAM working toward the same goals for our customers and for our collective owner- The Native Village of Eyak. How we treat each other is just as important as the work we deliver.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Flexible Spending Account - healthcare and dependent care
  • Health Savings Account - high deductible medical plan
  • Retirement 401(k) with employer match
  • Open leave policy and paid holidays
  • Additional benefits including tuition reimbursement, transportation expense account, employee assistance program, and more! 

Note: These benefits are only applicable to full time, regular associates at Copper River.


Disclaimer:

The Copper River Family of Companies provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Top Skills

Data Visualization Tools
Geospatial Data Systems
Gis
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The Company
HQ: Chantilly, VA
201 Employees

What We Do

Welcome to Copper River Shared Services!

The Shared Services Division of the Copper River Family of Companies provides long-term strategic business planning, new company startup and acquisition strategies, complete back office support services, regulatory training, compliance, and governance oversight to ensure the continued growth and prosperity of the Copper River Family of Companies. We are proud to be owned by the Native Village of Eyak, a Federally recognized Alaska Native Tribe located in Cordova, Alaska. With over 500 professional industry leading experts, the Copper River Family of Companies are driven to support the needs of our clients and their missions both at home and abroad. We stand ready.

Our mission is to Diversify the Native Village of Eyak’s Ability to Facilitate Economic Advancement; it’s what binds us now and into the future. We accomplish this through the work of our strategic alliance of agile Operating Companies, guided by our core values of Collaboration, Integrity, and Empathy.

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