Oceanographic Data Specialist

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🦀 Maryland – Remote

🦀 Maryland – Remote

💵 $23 - $28 / hour

⏰ Full Time

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🟡 Mid-level

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Ocean Associates, Inc.

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51 - 200 employees

Founded 2002

💼 Consulting

🏥 Healthcare

📦 Logistics

Consulting • Healthcare • Logistics

Ocean Associates, Inc. (OAI) is a consulting firm that provides technical services to the U. S. Government, NGOs, international organizations, and the private sector, specializing in scientific program management, strategic planning, and technical support services. Established in 2003 and based in Arlington, VA, OAI is recognized as a Women Owned Small Business (WOSB) and has been involved in various projects including evaluation support and program management for organizations like NOAA. The company is committed to delivering high-quality services with expertise in areas such as technology, policy support, and stakeholder engagement.

📋 Description

• Review, enter, and verify metadata and data according to established CO-OPS SOPs for newly installed or existing water level stations, current meters, and meteorological and oceanographic sensors • Review and assess the quality of benchmarks, surveying leveling records, and other field-submitted data • Enter information into the database and station packages • Evaluate submitted documentation and data according to approved criteria and provide written feedback • Load preliminary water level and current meter data into the database • Assist in troubleshooting water level, oceanographic, and meteorological data and metadata issues • Develop, update, and maintain SOPs, manuals, technical documentation, and dynamic project instructions • Provide technical consultation supporting CO-OPS partnerships • Provide oral and written presentations as necessary • Participate in team and operational meetings • Schedule and lead meetings with field personnel regarding upcoming maintenance • Participate in sensor field installations and benchmark leveling to learn CO-OPS observing systems and field procedures • Analyze data and produce charts, graphics, and other representations of engineering, oceanographic, and meteorological data • Support NOAA CO-OPS, the authoritative source for tides, water levels, currents, and coastal oceanographic and meteorological information

🎯 Requirements

• Master's degree in oceanography, meteorology, hydrology, physics, physical science, geophysics, civil engineering, or a bachelor's degree and 2 years of experience is required • Knowledge of physical oceanographic principles, especially those related to tides and tidal currents is preferred • Undergraduate or graduate coursework in oceanography, marine engineering, meteorology, and related subjects is preferred • Strong oral and written communication skills are required • Demonstrated ability to work well independently and as part of a team • Knowledge and experience with MATLAB, spreadsheets, statistics databases, and Structured Query Language (SQL) preferred • Experience with Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and with the ESRI suite of GIS products or other commercial GIS software preferred • Ability to work effectively both individually and collaboratively in a team/group setting • Ability to receive constructive feedback and implement appropriate action • Must verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States • Must complete required employment eligibility verification upon hire • Must successfully complete a federal government background check • Resume submission must include a cover letter, 10-year work history or history since last full-time education, education, previous relevant experience or training, and three professional references • Resume must be uploaded in readable, non-scanned PDF or Word format

🏖️ Benefits

• Generous employee benefits • Telework eligibility • Full-time employment