Geospatial Data Operations Specialist - Fixed-Term (Montana or Remote) at onX

Missoula, Montana, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 May, 26

Salary

25.75

Posted On

31 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Geospatial Data, GIS Editing, Quality Control, Data Processing, Detail-Oriented, Organized, Team Collaboration, Problem Solving, QGIS, ArcMap, Cadastral Data, OpenStreetMap, Data Curation, Communication, Data Analysis, Repetitive Tasks

Industry

Software Development

Description

ABOUT onX As a pioneer in digital outdoor navigation with a suite of apps, onX was founded in Montana, which in turn has inspired our mission to awaken the adventurer inside everyone. With more than 400 employees located around the country working in largely remote / hybrid roles, we have created regional “Basecamps” to help remote employees find connection and inspiration with other onXers. We bring our outdoor passion to work every day, coupling it with industry-leading technology to craft dynamic outdoor experiences. Through multiple years of growth, we haven’t lost our entrepreneurial ethos at onX. We offer a fast-paced, growing, tech-forward environment where ownership, accountability, and passion for winning as a team are essential. We value diversity and believe it leads to different perspectives and inspires both new adventures and new growth. As a team, we’re hungry to improve, value innovation, and believe great ideas come from any direction. Important Alert: Please note, onXmaps will never ask for credit card or SSN details during the initial application process. For your digital safety, apply only through our legitimate website at onXmaps.com or directly via our LinkedIn page. WHAT YOU WILL DO onX is seeking two 6-month fixed-term Geospatial Data Operations Specialists who have a passion for geospatial data and technology that enables our customers’ outdoor adventures. As an onX Geospatial Data Operations Specialist, you will provide support for our core data types that power the suite of onX mobile apps. You will manually curate data in support of ongoing improvements to map content quality and coverage. This is a great opportunity to be a part of a dynamic, growing company focused on making an impact on the business, and ensuring that we provide our users with the best geospatial content in the market. This position will report to a manager within our Geospatial Data Operations team. As an onX Geospatial Data Operations Specialist, your essential job duties and responsibilities will look like: Manual curation within onX's web-based GIS editing platform of high-value datasets. Process spatial data within our established processing pipelines. Conduct quality control checks on spatial data to ensure accuracy and completeness. Communicate with the team leads to address any issues. Critically analyze existing processes and make suggestions for improvements. Provide support to ad hoc data processing needs. WHAT YOU’LL BRING Education: Certificate, Associate's Degree or Bachelor’s degree in Geography, Geospatial Analysis or closely related field. Experience with desktop Geospatial software such as QGIS or ArcMap. Ability to follow instructions as provided in process documentation. Detail-oriented, highly organized self-starter. Patience for repetitive tasks. Ability to maintain a positive, helpful, constructive attitude. Ability to establish and maintain efficient working relationships with other onX employees. Desire to contribute to a strong team dynamic. ADDED BONUSES Though not required, we would be thrilled to consider candidates with any of the following: Experience working with cadastral, trails/transportation, and/or points of interest (POI) data. Experience with editing OpenStreetMap (OSM) data via the iD Editor. WHERE YOU CAN WORK onX has created a thriving distributed workforce community across several US locations. This position can be performed from an onX corporate office, “Basecamp,” or “Connection Hub”. Corporate Offices: onX was founded in Montana with offices in Missoula and Bozeman. If you prefer to work in an office at least part of the time, this is a great option. Basecamps: onX’s Basecamps are established virtual workforce communities where a sizable number of distributed team members group for work, volunteering, socializing, and adventure. Our current Basecamps are located within a 90-mile radius of the following: Austin, TX; Denver, CO; Kalispell, MT; Minneapolis, MN; Portland, OR; Salt Lake City, UT; and Seattle, WA. Connection Hubs: onX’s Connection Hub locations are smaller, emerging communities of distributed team members. Our current Connection Hubs are located within a 60-mile radius of the following: Boise, ID; Charleston, SC; Charlotte, NC; Dallas/Fort Worth, TX; Phoenix, AZ; Richmond, VA; Spokane, WA; and Vermont. HOW YOU’LL BE COMPENSATED onX is committed to compensating all employees fairly and equitably for their contributions. For this 6-month fixed-term position, compensation is set at $25.75 per hour. This rate reflects consideration of relevant experience, skills, certifications, and education, as outlined in the job requirements. WHAT WE’RE OFFERING YOU Even though this is a fixed-term position, you’ll still enjoy a range of valuable benefits: Competitive pay Assignment Completion Bonus – Earn a bonus at the end of your contract when you successfully complete the full assignment. Medical coverage – Including a $0 monthly premium option. 401(k) match – 100% match on the first 3% you contribute, and 50% on the next 2%. Paid time off – Because everyone needs time to recharge. Outdoor perks – Get access to epic company-wide outdoor adventures and industry discounts. PERFORMANCE ESSENTIALS In this role, success is driven by cognitive abilities such as concentration and problem-solving, essential for our computer-centric tasks. onX will explore reasonable accommodations to ensure that individuals with diverse abilities can fully engage in and contribute to the essential physical and mental functions of the job. If you need assistance or accommodation, please contact us at PC@onxmaps.com. Position open until filled. #LI-Remote At onX, we believe that unique perspectives make us stronger. By bringing together people with different experiences, ideas, and viewpoints, we fuel innovation and move closer to our mission of awakening the adventurer in everyone. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are committed to fairness not only in hiring, but also in development, compensation, and promotion. Our goal is to build an inclusive community where every team member can show up authentically and thrive. Together, we win as one team. Come join us! onX does not sell any Personal Information, but we may transfer employment related records to our service providers or third parties that provide business services to onX or as required by law. For more information, see our Privacy Policy. As part of our interview process, your conversation may be recorded for documentation purposes to allow interviewers to focus fully on the discussion. Recordings are confidential and accessible only to authorized personnel. Please note, onX respects all applicable laws regarding recording consent, and you will have an opportunity to opt-out if preferred.

Responsibilities

The Geospatial Data Operations Specialist will manually curate data to improve map content quality and coverage. They will also conduct quality control checks and communicate with team leads to address any issues.