Thai, Lao or Cambodian Toponymist - Journeyman

Company: Masego
Location: Springfield
Posted on: March 20, 2023

Job Description:

Masego is looking for a Thai, Lao, or Cambodian Linguist to join our team.We are an award-winning small business that specializes in GEOINT services. As a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), we recognize and award your hard work._______Journeyman - Toponymist (Geospatial Linguist) on MACSS G-003Location: Springfield, VA (primary) or -St. Louis, MO (secondary)Specialty: Thai or Lao or CambodianLevel: -JourneymanJob ID: -20230207190707Clearance: TS/SCISchedule (FT/PT): FTShift: 1st Shift -DescriptionJob Description:The Toponymist -(Thai or Lao or Cambodian) will analyze and conflate information associated with feature data listed in the Geographic Names Database (GNDB) while working closely with Intelligence Community (IC) geographic names experts. -You will use agency guidance and policies to respond to questions concerning the proper and correct usage of names, various Romanization systems, and the treatment of descriptive information on standard products. -These services will use the Geographic Names Processing Systems (GNPS), charts, imagery and geospatial tools to refine names information for use in all types of products and to respond to use question via the Ad Hoc Query process. In addition, you will prepare files and maps for work, accurately entering data to maintain and update the GNDB, including batching the completed work into the GNDB. The accuracy and reliability of your work is essential to the missions of these users.Primary Responsibilities:

• You will 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. -You will interpret and apply national and international policies governing the treatment of and general guidelines emanating from the US Board on Geographic Names (US BGN), the Department of State (DoS), the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO), and other related organizations.Minimum Qualifications:
  • 2-4 years of prior relevant work experience with a BA, or 0-2 years of experience with a Masters
  • ILR Skill Level Two certification for reading (DLPT5 2/2) with 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; mapping imagery for stereo and mono extraction at various resolutions; and, expertise in research and information gathering.Preferred Qualifications:
    • Specific experience processing geographic names following agency policies and procedures is highly desired.
    • You are a self-starter and capable of working independently with minimal supervision and guidance.
    • You can -multitask and deliver quality products within specified timelines, and work well as part of a team effort.Security Clearance Requirement:
      ACTIVE TS/SCI, with a willingness to take a polygraph test. -About MasegoMasego Inc. provides expert Geospatial Intelligence Solutions in addition to Activity Based Intelligence (ABI) and GEOINT instructional services. Masego provides expert-level Geospatial Collection Management, Full Motion Video; Human Geography; Information Technology and Cyber; Technical Writing; and ABI, Agile, and other professional training. -Masego is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business headquartered in Fredericksburg, Virginia. With high-level expertise and decades of experience, coupled with proven project management systems and top-notch client support, Masego enhances the performance capabilities of the Department of Defense and the intelligence community.Pay and BenefitsWe seek to provide and take care of our team members. We currently offer -Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, Generous PTO, and more!DiversityMasego, Inc. is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all applicable Federal and Virginia State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action in its programs and activities. Masego, Inc. does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, genetic information, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and veteran's status.Powered by JazzHR

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