Lynker Corporation is a leading provider of innovative solutions in weather and climate science. With a commitment to excellence and a passion for innovation, Lynker leverages cutting-edge technologies and scientific expertise to support the creation and delivery of improved operational weather forecasts.
 
As part of our ongoing growth and expansion, we are seeking a dynamic and talented Junior Program Analyst to join our growing team.

Duties of the Junior Program Analyst will include the following:

• Serve as IOCM GIS Data Outreach Coordinator/GIS Specialist
• Maintain the US Mapping Coordination website and geodatabase
• Maintain groups and data/services in ArcGIS Online and ArcGIS REST Server, allowing for data coordination and review by multiple agencies such as USGS, USDA, FEMA, EPA, and USACE and ensuring consistency in mapping surveys
• Initiate, coordinate, and develop regional spatial priorities studies using ArcGIS web applications
• Analyze, present, and facilitate discussions on U.S. ocean and Great Lakes mapping priorities and data acquisition activities to government and non-government stakeholder groups, allowing for multi-partner, collaborative activities
• Write technical reports and create map figures

The Ideal Junior Program Analyst will have the following:

• 4+ years of related experience
• Run geospatial studies, manage GIS data layers and associated databases, apply cartography, and analyze spatial information to detect patterns and trends for clients that include NOAA's National Ocean Service
• 3+ years in GIS, Computer Mapping, and/or Charting fields
• Must be proficient in ArcGIS Pro, AGOL
• Experience with maintaining organized geodatabases and hosted web feature services
• Strong analytical, technical writing, interpersonal, and communication skills as this position works with numerous NOAA stakeholders in many forums
• Knowledge of different types of remote sensing data and working with the government sector is beneficial

About Lynker

Lynker is a growing, employee owned, 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, and the opportunity to work in a culture of exceptionally skilled professionals who embrace sound science and creative solutions. Lynker's benefits include the following:

• Comprehensive healthcare for the employee at no monthly cost
• Healthcare benefit covers medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision
• Personal Time Off (PTO) Policy plus paid holidays
• Highly competitive compensation plan regularly calibrated against industry and location benchmarks
• 401(k) retirement plan with company-matching
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – we're all company owners!
• Flexible spending accounts
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Life and accident insurance
• Tuition assistance/Training/Workforce improvement reimbursement per year
• Spot bonuses for exceptional performance
• Annual Employee Recognition Awards with bonuses
• Employee Referral Program
• Free centralized, self-directed Learning Management System to learn at your own pace
• Personalized career growth plans for every employee

Lynker is an E-Verify employer.

Lynker is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other legally protected status under federal, state, or local laws.