As the Research & GIS Manager, you will help turn science and data into action to protect the waters, wildlife, and habitats of Central and Southwest Florida. Working with a collaborative team of environmental professionals, you will support the Coastal & Heartland National Estuary Partnership’s mission to improve water quality and restore natural ecosystems.

In this role, you will lead research projects, manage GIS data and spatial analysis, and help maintain the CHNEP Water Atlas, a regional data hub that supports environmental decision-making. You will also coordinate the Coastal Charlotte Harbor Monitoring Network, working with partners to strengthen regional water quality monitoring efforts.

Through research, mapping, collaboration, and data reporting, your work will help guide conservation efforts and support meaningful environmental restoration across the region.

Education & Credentials That Power This Role

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree (Master’s degree preferred)
  • Degree Areas:
    • Biology, Ecology or Environmental Sciences/Studies 
• Six (6) years of applicable work experience including environmental research, as well as GIS analysis and implementation of GIS applications and databases.

Licenses and/or Certifications:  

• Possession of a valid, State of Florida driver’s license.  Requirement exists at the time of hire and as a condition of continued employment.

Your Purpose & Day-To-Day Journey

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 

• Proficient and experienced in using Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and related programs and applications, including using ArcGIS Pro (or equivalent) as an analytic, data visualization, and map production tool. 
• Project management experience in leading, planning and implementation of related tasks to manage project(s) independently.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of communicating scientific and technical concepts and ideas to audiences of mixed knowledge and expertise.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Publisher, etc.
• Proficient in planning, organization, and decision making.
• Proficient at scientific research and data analysis.
• Strong analytical and project management skills; ability to maintain accurate records and reports. 
• Ability to deal with a variety of projects at the same time and to dedicate extensive time on highly technical projects. 
• Ability to make recommendations and to use resourcefulness and tact in solving new problems. 
• Strong analytical and research skills, as well as ability to ascertain priorities and meet deadlines and objectives. 
• Strong written and oral communication skills and the ability to develop effective proposals. 
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. 
• Skillful in public speaking and public relations, as well as written communication.
• Ability to perform complex work assignments within established policies, procedures, and practices with guidance.
• Ability to work cooperatively with other employees and the public.
• Able to produce written documents with clearly organized thoughts using proper sentence construction, punctuation, and grammar.
• Ability to review or check the work product of others to ensure conformance to standards.
• Ability to work outside standard business hours and travel occasionally as necessary.
• Ability to exercise judgment and discretion in applying and interpreting rules, regulations, policies, and procedures. 
• Knowledge of Florida flora, fauna, and ecology preferred.