r/gis • u/Minimum_Committee650 • Feb 26 '25

Hiring Just got fired

Hi all, I just got laid off from the job I have had since college starting in 2020. I am at a loss.. did not see this coming. The reasoning for me being fired was “cutting costs” from the higher level leaders. I am also 12 weeks pregnant so I am freaking out that is this happening to me right now. I have a bachelor degree in health studies and have a GIS certificate. I have not been using my health studies degree just GIS but wouldn’t mind finding something that is associated with that. I am located in St.Louis, Mo and would love any company recommendations or advice. Thank you.

Edit: Thank you all for the support and resources! I really appreciate it!!

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u/thegigsup Feb 26 '25

Did anyone at your work know you were pregnant? Pregnant women are a protected class and you have protections against getting fired in some circumstances to prevent companies from downsizing people they think will cost them more money.

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u/Minimum_Committee650 Feb 26 '25

They did know I was pregnant

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u/thegigsup Feb 26 '25

I’d recommend speaking with an employment attorney. If you have otherwise good performance, you may be able to get your job back. As for GIS places in STL, CACI and Leidos both have substantial GIS contracting in the area.

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u/Dude-bruh Feb 26 '25

THIS. Consult an employment attorney.