Latvian Toponymy Specialist

6 days ago

Springfield, Illinois, United States Leidos Full time
Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled Latvian Toponymy Specialist to join our team at Leidos. The ideal candidate will possess excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

About the Role

The successful candidate will be responsible for analyzing and conflation information associated with feature data listed in the Geographic Names Database (GNDB). This will involve working closely with Intelligence Community (IC) geographic names experts to refine names information for use in all types of products.

The specialist will also be required to interpret and apply national and international policies governing the treatment of geographic names, including those from the US Board on Geographic Names (US BGN), the Department of State (DoS), and the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO).

Key Responsibilities
  • Scan and geo-reference hardcopy maps, research, and order geospatial data sources and commercial imagery to use as reference sources.
  • Georeferenced maps and imagery must be conflated with the GNDB.
  • Interpret and apply national and international policies governing the treatment of geographic names.
Requirements
  • HS diploma and 2 – 4 years of prior relevant experience.
  • Qualified candidates will possess an ILR Skill Level Two certification for reading (DLPT5 2/2) in the language and have a minimum of 3 years' relevant work experience.
  • Experience using ArcGIS or GeoMedia Pro; creating shapefiles, geo-databases; utilizing native maps, secondary source maps, and historic maps for extraction and comparison.
  • Active TS/SCI clearance is REQUIRED to be considered.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Specific experience processing geographic names following agency policies and procedures is highly desired.
  • Ideal candidate must be a self-starter and capable of working independently with minimal supervision and guidance.
  • Candidate must be able to multitask and deliver quality products within specified timelines.
Salary Information

The estimated salary range for this position is $55,250 - $99,875, based on location and industry standards.