Cartographer
On-siteBrooklyn, New York, United States
Job Summary
Coordinate the creation and quality control of cartographic illustrations and spatial analytical graphics for technical reports. Perform spatial analyses of archaeological data using geographic information systems, extract geospatial data from various sources, and edit independently reviewed maps and illustrations. Advise project directors on data display, production time/cost estimates, and archaeological field mapping strategies. Train and oversee illustrators or drafters in cartographic production while maintaining and updating the map library for the assigned operating unit. Research and develop new automated cartographic hardware, software, and techniques as appropriate.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED
- At least 3 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified
- Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution
- Knowledge of sources and various methods of manual and digital extraction of geospatial data
- Knowledge of spatial and statistical analytical methods and tools
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
- Ability to utilize basic graphical representation techniques to clearly visualize data
- Ability to supervise and train assigned staff
- Ability to track multiple projects and estimate production times and costs
- Knowledge of archeological research principles
- Ability to create, update, and modify detailed geographic maps
- Knowledge of basic cartographic methods and techniques
- Knowledge of archaeological field methods and procedures relating to site mapping strategies and methods
- Knowledge of a wide range of computerized cartography-related hardware and software
- Ability to develop new cartographic methods and techniques to meet specific needs
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