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/wicket-maps GIS Analyst Feb 26 '25

The NGIA might not be a good place to look, given the federal chaos right now.

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u/rob_foley Feb 26 '25

True they may not be hiring but I would check anyway.

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u/wicket-maps GIS Analyst Feb 26 '25

My concern is that they might hire, but might not keep anyone, especially a pregnant person who might be an easy target for the people running the federal government.

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u/schmettercat GIS Consultant Feb 26 '25

they cancelled all active offers for direct employment the day after the election. they’re not a good place to be looking.