Oceanographic Data Specialist 1

Ocean Associates Inc. - Oceanographic Data Specialist 1

Location : Silver Spring, MD

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15-Jun-22Description : Ocean Associates Inc. (OAI) is seeking a full-time Oceanographic Data Specialist 1 to support the NOAA Center for Operational Oceanographic Products and Services (CO-OPS) in Silver Spring, MD. OAI provides consulting and technical services to the U.S. government, non-governmental organizations, international organizations, and the private sector. CO-OPS is the authoritative source for accurate, reliable, and timely tides, water levels, currents, and other coastal oceanographic and meteorological information.Key Responsibilities May Include : Review, enter, and verify metadata and data according to established CO-OPS SOPs for all newly installed or existing water level stations, current meters, and meteorological and oceanographic sensors.Review and assess the quality of bench marks, surveying leveling records, and other data submitted from personnel in the field.Enter the information into the database and station packages.Evaluate submitted documentation and data and provide written feedback.Load preliminary water level and current meter data into the database.Assist in troubleshooting data and metadata issues as they arise.Analyze datum values and harmonic constituents to assess the movement of total water levels.Develop, update, and maintain SOPs, manuals, and other technical documentation.Provide technical consultation in support of various CO-OPS partnerships.Provide oral and written presentations, as necessary.Participate in team and operational meetings.Participate in field installations of sensors and in leveling of bench marks.Provide data analysis and produce charts, graphics, and other representations of data.Requirements : Required Qualifications / Skills : Master's degree in oceanography, meteorology, hydrology, physics, physical science, geophysics, civil engineering, or a bachelor's degree with 2 years of experience.Knowledge of physical oceanographic principles, especially related to tides and tidal currents.Strong oral and written communication skills.Knowledge and experience with MATLAB, spreadsheets, statistics databases, and SQL.Experience with GIS and the ESRI suite of GIS products.Ability to work effectively both individually and collaboratively.If you are interested in being considered for this position, please APPLY THROUGH OUR ADP WEB PORTAL. Only qualified applicants that meet minimum experience or background requirements stated above need apply.Point of Contact :

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