ProSidian Consulting is hiring a
Environmental Justice Geographic Information Systems Specialist

Summary

Join ProSidian as a Environmental Equity Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Specialist to support the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) in promoting environmental justice and equity. As a GIS Specialist, you will play a crucial role in reviewing and analyzing environmental assessment documents and policies from federal, state, and local agencies, focusing on determinations of geographic reach for identifying and assessing infrastructure project impacts on environmental justice communities.

Requirements

• Proficiency in GIS software (e.g., ArcGIS, QGIS) and geospatial mapping tools
• Strong analytical and data interpretation skills to assess environmental impacts on marginalized communities
• Familiarity with environmental justice principles and experience working on projects with a focus on environmental equity
• Excellent communication and presentation skills to effectively convey complex technical information to diverse audiences
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and to contribute effectively to multidisciplinary projects
• Bachelor's degree in Geography, Environmental Science, Urban Planning, or a related field
• Master's degree in GIS, Geospatial Science, or a related discipline is highly desirable
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in GIS analysis, environmental data mapping, and environmental justice assessments

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth analysis of environmental assessment documents and policies from federal, state, and local agencies to determine geographic scope and identify potential impacts on environmental justice communities
• Utilize GIS software and geospatial mapping tools to visually represent and analyze data related to pollutant and emission sources in proximity to marginalized communities
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to develop detailed reports that integrate environmental justice and equity considerations into FERC processes
• Generate final reports that analyze the policies and practices of federal, state, and local agencies regarding geographic scope determinations for impacts on environmental justice communities
• Create presentations to communicate findings, conclusions, and recommendations to stakeholders and decision-makers
• Participate in staff briefings as needed to provide expertise and insights related to GIS and environmental data analysis

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation
• Group Health Insurance Health Benefits
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan Contributions
• Vacation and Paid Time off (PTO) Benefits
• Pre-Tax Payment Programs
• Purchasing Discounts & Savings Plans