Data/GIS Analyst

Responsibilities

• Support the ingestion, processing, and management of site characterization and environmental monitoring data within NWMO Site Characterization data systems.
• Provide user support, guidance, and training for data management tools and workflows, including preparation of user documentation and delivery of instructional support to facilitate effective system use.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to support analysis and interpretation of site characterization and environmental monitoring data.
• Review, evaluate, and quality assure site characterization and environmental data from internal teams and external contractors to ensure compliance with NWMO’s Quality Assurance protocols.
• Interface with NWMO IT and external vendors to support system functionality and data integration activities.
• Assist in the configuration and maintenance of data management platforms (including setup of data structures, workflows, and user interfaces).
• Maintain metadata and documentation related to datasets and workflows.
• Support ongoing improvement of data workflows, tools, and system usability
• Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications and Experience

• A 4-year Bachelor's degree majoring in Science, Computer Information Systems (CIS),Management Information Systems (MIS) or equivalent.
• Professional experience working with site characterization or environmental monitoring datasets.
• A period of over 2 years and up to and including 4 years experience working with structured data systems and/or relational databases in a highly procedurally regulated environment.
• Experience supporting data processing, transformation, or integration workflows; including familiarity with data quality assurance and validation processes.
• Demonstrated ability to multitask in a high-pace environment.
• Must be proactive and able to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.
• Knowledge of natural sciences and the management of analytical and field collected data.
• Excellent organization skills and strong attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to work within a multi-disciplinary team.

It is an asset to have experience with:

• Kisters Wiski water resource management tool or similar environmental data management systems
• Configuration or support of data management platforms
• Data import, transformation, or ETL-type processes
• SQL or working with relational databases
• Scripting or data processing tools (e.g. Python, PowerShell, or similar)
• Experience working with environmental monitoring data (e.g. water quality, hydrometric, or climate data)