Similar to last year, Esri has an option for students to attend the Esri User Conference for $125 for the entire week. The one-day complimentary registration option is still available.
Below are detailed instructions for the registration process for either of these options. More information can be found here. Registration Instructions for UC University Student rate ($125)
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/idaho?keywords=remote
The Idaho Department of Water Resources has an opening for a Remote Sensing Analyst, Technical at the State Office in Boise, Idaho. Example of Duties
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This position acts as a lead to others and a consultant to the department and other agencies. Incumbents are involved in decision-making and project management requiring a high level of knowledge. https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/bend/jobs/2685554/it-gis-analyst
Summary The City of Bend Office of Performance Management Department is actively recruiting for one (1) regular, full-time GIS Analyst position. This opportunity is represented by the City of Bend Employee Association (COBEA), and is a FLSA exempt position The Office of Performance Management (OPM) Department officially formed early 2019 with a mission to support the City's goals and objectives through data and innovation. Working alongside a small dynamic team of GIS and business intelligence professionals, the GIS Analyst will apply their analytical skills and technical expertise with the ultimate goal of transforming data into useful information to enable better decision making. To learn more about departmental objective and goals visit the City of Bend 2019-2021 Council Goals site. The GIS Analyst is responsible for design, development, implementation and maintenance of centralized GIS data, models, maps, and applications; performs complex analytical duties in support of the GIS program; and provides general technical support to City staff as needed. Preferred candidates will be proficient with Esri's desktop, online, and/or server applications, and have experience with writing and maintaining models or scripts to automate processes. If you have a passion for solving challenging problems and building innovative solutions that have a direct impact on your community, this opportunity is for you! To be considered for this position, applicants must have a complete application that includes all of the following items:
Applicants must provide certification that they are a veteran or disabled veteran to receive veteran's preference. For more information click here. Submission deadline is Wednesday, January 29, 2020 @ 12:00 p.m. PST. The City of Bend is committed to fostering, cultivating and preserving a culture of diversity and inclusion. At the City of Bend, we don't just accept differences; we value them. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and support the Americans with Disabilities Amendments Act (ADAAA) and the Oregon Pay Equity Act. Functions, Duties and Responsibilities The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification. Shown are duties intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.
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Education, Experience, Certifications and Licenses Required: Associate's degree with emphasis in cartography, mapping, Geographic Information Systems, computer-aided drafting operations, computer science, or a closely related field; and three (3) years of technical experience in the creation and maintenance of a GIS; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge and skills. Date: January 28th
Start/End time: 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM Location: Cramer Hall 4th Floor, RM 409, Geography Department Hall Description: Do you want to get a GIS job/internship or apply for graduate school, but you don't know where to start? Have questions about writing a resume and working on an application? Get these questions answered (along with many more) at the GIS Career Round Table event! Knowledgeable GIS instructors, the Geography Grad School Coordinator and a seasoned Career Specialist will be present to help answer any and all questions in a casual and safe environment, Format for this event will include eating snacks and openly discussing career and graduate school questions. Brought to you by the PSU GIS CLUB! Bradley Flores Torres Web & Communications Officer [email protected] Portland State University Chapter of ASPRS | GIS Club This is a FREE event and everyone should go!
https://shoutout.wix.com/so/cfM_dOTos?cid=00000000-0000-0000-0000-000000000000#/main Portland State University’s Geospatial Information Society and PSU's Geography Department are hosting our 5th Cartography Symposium on Friday, March 6th at Portland State University - Smith Memorial Student Union Ballroom. This day long, free event has informative presentations on a variety of cartography topics, a web and print map gallery (now accepting submissions), and more! Visit the Cartography Symposium Website! Annual Map Sale!!
Date: February 4th Start/End time: 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM Location: Cramer Hall 4th Floor, Geography Department Hall It's Back!! Portland State University's student chapter of the American Society for Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing GIS Club is hosting its annual map sale. Thousands of maps will be available for sale, including 1:24,000 USGS topographic quad maps, vintage early 1940s prints, larger maps and other hidden gems. Find a map that details places that are important or special to you, or use them for wallpaper or art projects. No matter how you use your map, you can't beat the prices that we offer. All the proceeds benefit the student-led PSU GIS Club to help fund GIS-related workshops, speakers, conferences, field trips, and special projects. The sale is cash only. We hope to see you there!! Bradley Flores Torres Web & Communications Officer [email protected] Portland State University Chapter of ASPRS | GIS Club GIS & Field Conservation Intern (Portland, OR) w/ West Multnomah Soil & Water Conservation District1/12/2020
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Two positions available: 1) Field Conservation Intern, and 2) GIS & Field Conservation Intern Location: 2701 NW Vaughn Street, STE 450, Portland, OR 97210 Period of Employment: Approximately 6 months: April 1st - October 2nd, 2020 (dates somewhat flexible) Pay: $16.50 / hour Work hours: Average of 20 hours per week, two to three 8-hour days per week, 9:00 am to 5:30 pm (times somewhat flexible), M-F, with occasional optional evening and weekend hours. Application deadline: Wednesday, January 15, 2020 by 5:00 pm https://wmswcd.org/2020-internships-application/ General Summary West Multnomah Soil & Water Conservation District ("District") is hiring two adult (18+ years old) temporary, part-time Conservation Interns for spring through fall of 2020. Conservation Interns will receive mentorship, gain experience, and have opportunities to learn more about the field of natural resource conservation and land stewardship as practiced on private land. We are looking for people with a passion to help make our ecosystems, water, and soil healthier for people, wildlife, and the environment. The District is committed to racial diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout our organization; therefore, interns will be provided with equity training, are expected to help co-create an inclusive work environment with fellow staff, and are invited to participate more deeply through the District's diversity, equity, and inclusion committee. Primary Duties and Responsibilities
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Job Conditions Both positions will work in the field approximately 60% of the time, and in the office 40% of the time. The fieldwork includes working in and around such locations as urban areas, farms, and working forests; streams and ponds; properties with dense, thorny vegetation; steep slopes, and other hazardous terrain, and applying herbicides. Herbicide application will include training and supervision by staff who will be working alongside the intern. Occasional interactions with farm animals and pets may occur while in the field. Physical exertion is required, such as walking and carrying equipment and tools weighing up to 17 pounds. The office and outreach work includes working at a desk, using a computer, and working or standing at a table. Travel in a District vehicle is required to field sites, workshops, meetings and training sessions. Although not required, applicants who hold a valid driver's license may be asked to drive a District or personal vehicle. Compensation Base pay is $16.50 per hour. Positions are at-will and non-exempt. The District will pay for any required training and licenses. Use of a personal vehicle or a personal phone is not required or expected, but if such use occurs, certain expenses are eligible for reimbursement. TriMet reimbursement is available for public transit commuters and bike parking is available for cyclists. How to Apply Interested applicants may apply for one or both positions. Past interns are not eligible for re-hire for this internship. Applications must be submitted by the application deadline, 5:00 pm, January 15, 2020. Fill out a brief eligibility checklist through our online form: https://wmswcd.org/2020-internships-application/ You will then be prompted through the online form to upload a cover letter (maximum length of ONE page) and resume (maximum length of TWO pages). In your cover letter and resume, speak to how your personal and/or professional experience meet the Minimum Qualifications and Desired Experience, Abilities, and Attributes for optimal consideration for an interview. Applicants are eligible for Veterans' Preference when applying with West Multnomah Soil & Water Conservation District. For more information on required materials to submit, please see our Veterans' Preference Policy. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion The District does not discriminate based on any class or identity including age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and veteran status. The District is an equal opportunity employer and service provider. The District makes reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities and special needs so as to provide access to district events, materials and services. West Multnomah Soil & Water Conservation District is committed to racial diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout our organization: in those we serve, in our workforce composition, through the contractors we hire, and in those that benefit from our work. We welcome and encourage applications from indigenous people and people of color. To better meet our equity goals and eliminate unconscious bias in the hiring process, the District has elected to redact some personal information from submitted materials that will be reviewed by the selection team including name, address and links to social media accounts. For complaints about discrimination, harassment, unequitable treatment and access to district events, materials and services, email [email protected] or call (503) 238-4775. Questions: For questions about the application process, or to request an accommodation to access and participate in this recruitment, contact Office Manager Randi Razalenti at [email protected] or call (503) 238-4775, ext. 100. For questions about the internship positions, contact the Internship Supervisor Laura Taylor at internship@ wmswcd.org or call (503) 238-4775, ext. 112. https://verderiver.org/employment-opportunities/
Open Position: GIS Specialist As a member of the Friends of the Verde River Habitat Restoration team, the GIS Specialist will support our habitat restoration program, including building and maintaining databases, analyzing data, and developing mapping applications and tools. Reporting directly to the Habitat Restoration Manager, the GIS Specialist must demonstrate a clear understanding of Geographic Information Systems and associated software to produce, display, and analyze geospatial data. The ideal candidate is a self-starter and creative thinker who is comfortable learning and applying evolving GIS technology to projects related to natural resource management. Job Overview The GIS Specialist provides GIS support to the Habitat Restoration Program specifically and the organization as a whole to ensure that we meet goals and deliver projects on time. Duties include: acting as a technical lead within the Habitat Restoration team; providing GIS and data collection solutions, managing data, producing maps, and providing technical GIS support. The GIS Specialist manages mobile data applications for collecting ecological data remotely in the field; manages and formats data for reporting, sharing, and analysis; produces maps and other cartographic products as needed; and provides support for GIS software and hardware. Duties and responsibilities include: Data: Design, maintain, and manage geodatabases to ensure data quality and ease of data collection. Perform data QA/QC. Format and merge datasets to meet differing data requirements. Package, document, and distribute GIS data to partner agencies. Perform statistical summaries or spatial analyses as needed. ArcGIS Online: Use ArcGIS Online to manage web apps and field-collected data, serve data into Web Applications, Web Maps, and Operations Dashboards. Design, Edit, and/or Develop mobile data collection applications using the ESRI Software suite (Collector for ArcGIS, Survey 123). Mapping: Create maps and cartographic products in both ArcGIS desktop (ArcMap, ArcGIS Pro) and ArcGIS Online for viewing and exporting data. Develop and maintain interactive web maps, tools, & Story Maps. Create maps for field use, reports, presentations, grant applications, and storytelling via the web. Support: Provide field crew training in data collection methods. Maintain records and document methodology. Provide support for remote data collection using mobile devices and Collector for ArcGIS. Maintain desktop GIS software licenses, install and provide support for GIS software and apps. Work with staff to determine and meet their GIS needs for data collection, reporting, sharing, and presentation. Other: Multi-task and manage multiple priorities, assist with grant applications, and perform other related duties as assigned. Required Qualifications
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. We will begin reviewing applications on January 24, 2020. Please send application materials in one file (resume, cover letter, and three references) along with a portfolio demonstrating your capabilities relative to this position to [email protected]. Friends is an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity in our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Friends offers a benefits package that includes holidays, personal time off, 403(b) with employer match, and employer-provided health insurance. A GS-6 summer temp GIS/GPS Biotech position just opened - the season runs April into October. It's a mix of field and office work, including a little prairie dog town mapping, lots of experience with Collector and ArcGIS Online, some vegetation monitoring, and the usual surprise special projects.
Rapid City is a pretty nice place to live in the summer; the Black Hills are world famous for natural beauty and recreation, while the town is big enough to have many of the amenities of a real city. Our office is 3 blocks from the public library, which has a maker space with five 3D printers and a laser cutter. Position Information: Biological Science Technician - GS-0404-06 (TEMP 1039) Announcement No: MW-1543-NTWK-20-10676016-ST Opens: 1/8/2020 Closes: 1/14/2020 Location: Northern Great Plains Inventory & Monitoring Network - Rapid City, SD Full Performance Level: GS-06 Moving Expenses are NOT authorized. Who May Apply: · Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL)
Note: If the announcement does not show, select "Jobs for Federal Employees" Happy new year to all GISers everywhere! May this be the year that conservation-focused GIS analysis becomes the driving force behind all land use and natural resource planning decisions.
An informal poll shows that ~ 50% of local GIS analysts are striving for dry Januaries (in terms of alcohol consumption, not precipitation). In honor of that noble impulse, we have selected a Happy Hour venue with an exceptional food menu and mocktails (as well as standard bar options for drinkers). Tryst (https://www.bartryst.com/) is located at SW 2nd and Ankeny, with HH pricing till 7 pm. The early-birds will probably arrive ~ 5:30. |
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