After 10 plus years of consecutive monthly happy hours. I suggest we head back to where it all began.
Lucky Lab on Hawthorn 915 SE Hawthorne Blvd Same as always the 2nd Wednesday of the month starting around 5-5:30 Central Oregon Community College is hiring a Full-time GIS Instructor: https://jobs.cocc.edu/postings/4658. The new position will start fall term 2019.
The Harvard Forest in Massachusetts is looking for two qualified undergraduate interns for our 11-week paid summer internship. We are investigating how to apply the Wildlands and Woodlands conservation vision to a smaller geographic area. The students would be using GIS or regional planning skills to help us balance land conservation, development, agriculture, and economic interests in the Connecticut River Valley of Massachusetts. The students will be part of our well-respected internship program along with ~25 other students from all over the USA.
The interns will work with researchers at the Harvard Forest mosty but also interact with leaders of the Kestrel Land Trust and regional planners. Position 1) Conservation GIS Intern: This position will be focused on using Geographic Information Systems (GIS) to provide insights on the region’s conservation history, recent landcover changes, population and potential future changes, and--working with experts--help identify areas most suitable for forests, farms, and responsible development. Applicants should be interested in land protection and have experience with, or have a strong motivation to learn, GIS and have good analytic skills. Position 2) Regional Planning Intern: This position will focus on using planning documents from community to regional scales and social, demographic and economic data to summarize existing frameworks for action and to provide detailed characterization of the Connecticut River Valley’s economic, demographic, and cultural variation. The student will be involved in developing a coordinated regional plan in collaboration with mentors and NGO partners. Applicants should have experience or coursework in regional planning, and an interest in land protection, agriculture, and urban issues May 27 to August 9, 2019 Located in Petersham, MA 11-week residential program for undergraduates only $5775 stipend plus travel Full room & board and meal plan Apply online by Feb 1, 2019 People from traditionally underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply. For more details on this particular project, please visit: bit.ly/HFPlanning To apply, and for more details on the larger Harvard Forest undergraduate intern program, please visit: program: bit.ly/HFREU_Program HotApps is back! February 8, 2019
REGISTER NOW AND CALL FOR PRESENTATIONS What: 1-day Technical Symposium When: Friday, February 8, 2019, 9:00am - 3:30pm Where: McMenamins Old St. Francis School Hotel, Bend, OR Who: Everyone interested in mapping and geospatial technologies HotApps is a 1-day showcase of new and emerging geo-enabled tools, apps, and hacks. Organized by ORURISA, this year’s event will take place on Friday, February 8 in Bend. Talented students and professionals from around the region will show what they’ve built and where they are taking their current projects, with the goal of coming together to learn from each other and push the envelope even farther. Register online today to secure your attendance Online registration is now available. The Standard registration fee is $25. A discounted registration for currently-enrolled students is available for $10. Coffee and lunch will be provided. Lodging at McMenamin’s Old St. Francis School Hotel is subject to availability. Build our community and share your work Fill out this short form to submit a proposal for a presentation and share your insight into what’s happening in the world of Geo. Presentations should:
Priority deadline for proposals is Friday, January 11th. Final deadline for proposals is Friday, January 18th. Questions regarding the event can be sent to [email protected]. Remote Sensing and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Intern
Mercy Corps Portland, OR, United States Apply by: ASAP To apply: http://jobs.jobvite.com/careers/mercycorps/job/oTG68fwx LENGTH OF INTERNSHIP: January - April 2019 (dates flexible, up to four months) INTERN SUPERVISOR & CONTACT INFORMATION: The intern will report to the Tech 4 Development Advisor (in Portland) and work directly with Humanitarian Leadership and Response Advisor (remote) FUNDING AVAILABLE FOR THE INTERNSHIP: $1000/month stipend (for up to four months) Mercy Corps responsibilities For the duration of this internship assignment the intern will receive:
Intern responsibilities Intern will remain responsible for all costs associated with:
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Mercy Corps work is in transition. The context of our work is increasingly defined by complex crises in places of high fragility, testing the sustainability and appropriateness of our strategies. We are also being called on to respond to an increasing number of acute humanitarian crises, requiring rapid pivots in strategy and resourcing. To be effective, Mercy Corps needs greater access to decision-targeted information. The world of satellite imagery and analysis is expanding rapidly and has the potential to be a game changer for our work by providing decision-targeted information at scale. Increasing our ability to apply satellite imagery analysis will enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of our operations (context analysis, program design, measurement). It will also allow us to facilitate the transfer of similar skills to our in-country stakeholders and program participants. To that end, an inter-departmental working group, the Satellite Earth Observation Working Group convened to do the following: SEO Working Group Goal // Transform the impact, effectiveness and sustainability of Mercy Corps' work by enhancing our ability to employ satellite-based earth observations in operations and program strategies, in humanitarian and development contexts. Outcome 1 // Enhance the capacity of Mercy Corps staff and systems to apply earth observations to conduct assessments, remote monitoring and impact measurement Outcome 2 // Position Mercy Corps to be able to facilitate greater utilization of earth observations by in-country stakeholders and partners to develop transformational strategies and program design. By taking manageable steps towards integration, Mercy Corps can build the capacity needed at pace, establishing itself as a leader in a soon to be transformational capacity. DELIVERABLES: The Remote Sensing and GIS intern will support the objectives of the SEO Working Group in the following ways: 1.The intern will work directly with the Tech for Development, Agriculture and Humanitarian Response units to develop relevant maps to inform programmatic decision making. To accomplish this, the intern will have access to a GIS workstation at Mercy Corps’ headquarters in Portland, Oregon, software and imagery resources (from internal and external sources/partners). 2.Work with the SEO Working Group to draft: a.Specifications for potential agency use cases to guide discussion with current/potential imagery and analysis partners. (ie - imagery and analysis products most useful in natural disasters, complex conflict, for agricultural development, etc.) b.Business model for organisational investment in greater GIS/Remote Sensing capacity with specific recommendations for country teams and headquarters departments interested in leveraging this technology. (ie - budget and system investment recommendations for teams, depending on potential use cases) 3.Gather case studies/examples from field teams who are also using GIS/Remote Sensing. 4.Other items may be added depending on the interests and career objectives of the intern. The internship can be adapted to meet graduate requirements or research project objectives as they related to mapping in development and emergency response. LEARNING OBJECTIVES: 1.The intern will learn about applying GIS, satellite imagery and other remote sensing data to make programmatic decisions in development and emergency contexts. 2.The intern will also be instrumental in building organizational capacity for GIS, satellite imagery and analysis. THE IDEAL CANDIDATE:
This is a relatively new sector of technology application for Mercy Corps, and work around this to date has largely been owned by a working group of professionally interested colleagues. We don’t yet have a roadmap for how to apply this technology, and have a tight budget, though most partners are keen to provide resources pro bono or at discount. A successful intern will be comfortable in a relatively unstructured role, working with team members in multiple time zones. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to make this internship their own, as we have a lot of latitude across the agency to focus on multiple sectors (agriculture, women/girls, emergency response, water, health, food security, etc.) and geographies. Multiple National Park Service (NPS) Geoscientists-in-the-Parks (GIP) Opportunities
https://www.geosociety.org/GSA/Education_Careers/Field_Experiences/gip/GSA/fieldexp/gip.aspx Deadline: The deadline to apply for summer 2019 positions is 20 Jan. 2019. Geoscientists-in-the-Parks (GIP) matches college students and recent graduates between 18-35 years old with short-term, paid internships with the National Park Service. The following opportunities generally last 12 weeks (or more). GIS Assistants:
Guest Scientist Opportunities: The following positions are all classified as "Guest Scientist" Opportunities. These opportunities generally require a higher level of qualifications and may involve a longer project and a higher stipend. A limited number of Guest Scientist positions are open to individuals older than 35 years old. GIS Assistants:
https://wmswcd.org/2019-internships-job-announcement/
Position Summary West Multnomah Soil & Water Conservation District (“District”) is hiring two adult (18+ years old) temporary, at will, non-exempt, part-time Conservationist Interns for spring through fall of 2019. Ideally, both interns will start in early April and work through September, with the possibility of extension into October. These six-month internships are designed to provide experience and learning opportunities in the areas of field monitoring, invasive species management, habitat restoration, water quality data collection, stormwater management, forest stewardship, agricultural best management practices on private land, and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) mapping. The District is committed to racial diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout our organization; therefore, interns will be provided with equity training and are welcome to participate in the District’s diversity, equity and inclusion work. One position, the Field Conservationist Intern will not require GIS experience. The other position, the GIS & Field Conservationist Intern will require GIS experience as part of the minimum qualifications. Interested applicants may apply for one or both positions. In the interest of providing this opportunity to as many people as possible, past interns will not be eligible for re-hire for the internship position. The ideal candidate will have:
How to apply Applicants will be required to fill out a brief eligibility checklist, and will then be prompted to upload a cover letter (maximum length of ONE page) and resume (maximum length of TWO pages). In the cover letter and resume, applicants will describe how education, experience, talents and interests qualify them as a good candidate for the position(s). Address the Minimum and Preferred Qualifications and Desired Experience, Abilities and Attributes for optimal consideration for an interview. Applications must be submitted by the application deadline, 5:00 pm, January 28, 2019. Click here to apply: Complete the eligibility checklist and upload a cover letter and resume. Applicants are eligible for Veteran’s Preference when applying with West Multnomah Soil & Water Conservation District in accordance with Oregon Revised Statutes (ORS) 408.225, 408.230 and 408.235; and Oregon Administrative Rules (OAR) 105-040-0010 and 105-040-0015. For more information on required materials to submit, please see our Veteran’s Preference Policy https://wmswcd.org/library/veterans-hiring-promotion-policy-pdf/. West Multnomah Soil & Water Conservation 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 people of color. South Slough Reserve is hiring a four month, half-time GIS position (position description attached) to start immediately. The South Slough Reserve is located on the southwestern Oregon coast in Charleston. The individual selected will work in the science division at the Reserve. They will be primarily focused on a land use project, working alongside local government partners to update spatial data into their estuary management plan. The GIS technician will also support South Slough Reserve’s GIS needs including helping to cross-walk Reserve habitat maps into the Oregon habitat mapping classification system. To apply, please send a resume and a one-page letter of interest to ([email protected]).
Geospatial Program Manager
Chesapeake Conservancy Annapolis, MD, United States Experience Level: Junior (3-4 Years’ experience) Degree Required: Bachelor's (Or Equivalent) Apply By: 31 January 2019 Apply At: https://recruiting.paylocity.com/Recruiting/Jobs/Details/80643 Description Chesapeake Conservancy, a nonprofit organization based in Annapolis, Maryland is seeking a Program Manager with at least three years of professional GIS experience. ABOUT THE CONSERVANCY Chesapeake Conservancy is a non-profit organization based in Annapolis, Maryland, dedicated to ensuring a healthier Chesapeake Bay watershed where fish and wildlife thrive, with healthy waters and abundant forests, wetlands, shorelines, and open spaces. With the human population in the Chesapeake watershed approaching 18 million and growing and tens of thousands of acres of open space vanishing each year, the Conservancy works to connect people with the Chesapeake’s wildlife and history; conserve landscapes and rivers; and restore the region’s natural resources. The Conservancy works in close partnership with the National Park Service Chesapeake Bay Office, the United States Fish and Wildlife Service, as well as other federal, state and local agencies, private foundations, and corporations to advance conservation. Within the Conservancy, the Conservation Innovation Center (CIC) group has become a globally recognized leader in producing data, analyses, and web applications to advance precision conservation and restoration. We partner with industry-leading organizations like Microsoft and Esri to help define the next generation of environmental data and work with partners on the ground to make sure it is useful. POSITION DESCRIPTION The Geospatial Program Manager, working within the CIC, will be responsible for the management and outreach efforts for a variety of projects both inside and outside the Chesapeake Bay watershed. Reporting directly to the Director of Conservation Technology, the successful candidate for this position will be involved in all aspects of projects. Project management responsibilities include scoping requirements with potential partners and clients, working with our technical staff to set timelines and expectations, and ensuring the timely submission of high-quality deliverables. In addition to directing a portfolio of projects, this position will be responsible for the management of a team within the CIC. Staff management responsibilities include time and budget management, administrative support, and annual performance reviews. This position will take the lead on the CIC’s portfolio of projects outside the Chesapeake Bay watershed. Experience with water quality and water quantity management challenges in other geographies, particularly the Western U.S., is desirable. Essential functions include: 1. Overseeing and collaborating with team members as well as other program managers. Candidates must be able to lead and navigate team dynamics gracefully and tactfully. This includes managing team morale and culture, engaging peers and supervisors in problem solving, and providing constructive feedback on ideas and problems. Additionally, the CIC team is a highly collaborative and innovative group. Ideal candidates will participate in brainstorming and discussions. 2. Managing client relationships and expectations. The Program Manager will negotiate and oversee high-level components of client contracts, such as evaluating needs, setting project expectations, making team assignments, and establishing deliverable schedules. 3. Obtaining, organizing, and processing component datasets. The Program Manager, with his/her team, will be working with a variety of spatial data, including satellite and aerial imagery; LiDAR; national, state, and local vector data; and ecological models. Organization and attention to detail are key skills in working across projects with high volumes of complex data. 4. Communicating Conservancy projects to the public. Candidates should be comfortable articulating highly technical projects to the public in presentations (large and small), press releases, and at networking events. 5. Working independently to solve problems and errors. Much of the Conservancy’s work involves finding unique, customized solutions to partners’ challenges. Errors and unknowns will be encountered. The Program Manager will be required to handle a range of technical challenges, to devise solutions based on available resources, and to assist team members in the same process. Furthermore, Conservancy projects have pushed the boundaries of several purpose-built software packages. When such issues are encountered, the Program Manager must be able to identify them, navigate issues with software support specialists, and disseminate solutions to team members. 6. Providing training and technical assistance to non-GIS Conservancy staff. On a continuing basis, Conservancy staff members require technical and mapping assistance. The Program Manager will be expected to maintain flexibility for addressing urgent, unplanned needs, providing troubleshooting assistance, and teaching others. 7. Compiling deliverables and writing grant reports. Project deliverables may include maps, memos, short or long reports, slide decks, datasets, or grant reports. Applicants should be able to write concisely and effectively, design impactful maps, and communicate progress to funders. Requirements KEY QUALIFICATIONS The Program Manager should be an organized, dependable, and goal-driven leader with a passion for the mission of the Chesapeake Conservancy – public access, conservation, and education and stewardship of the Bay and its resources. Candidates must be able to challenge conventions, to thrive independently as well as on a team in a relaxed, dynamic office culture, and to think creatively. Other essential skills include adaptability, independence in problem solving, strong oral and written communication, and an ability to teach others technical material. Job Requirements: • Bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred), ideally with a concentration in Environmental Science or Geography. • Three years of professional GIS experience including demonstrated project/staff management. • Demonstrated GIS and remote sensing experience, including proficiency in geospatial analysis programs (ArcGIS Desktop 10.x). • Authorization to work in the United States. • Ideally, applicants will have experience with ArcGIS Desktop and/or Pro, remote sensing software (ENVI, eCognition), and web and/or Python scripting, although all necessary training will be provided. • Experience with or research on water issues in different geographies, especially the Western U.S., Pacific Northwest, the Great Lakes, and the Gulf of Mexico/Mississippi River. In addition to a resume and cover letter, applicant must submit a writing sample demonstrating the ability to communicate complex or technical information in a clear and accessible format. LOCATION This position will be based in Annapolis, Maryland, however travel throughout the United States for meetings with partners will be required. While trips will likely be shorter, candidates must be able to travel for up to a week at a time. Chesapeake Conservancy is an equal opportunity employer. Salary and benefits are commensurate with the candidate’s relevant professional experience and/or education with an expected salary range between $70-80,000. The Conservancy offers a competitive employee benefits package that includes health and dental insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, paid vacation and sick leave, and participation in a retirement savings plan. Opportunities for advancement and professional development are available. Applications will be reviewed as their materials arrive, with an anticipated start date in late January or early February 2019. STATE OF OREGON
invites applications for the position of: Natural Resource Specialist 1 (Marine Reserves Research Assistant) JOB CODE: ODFW18-0132 OPENING DATE/TIME: 12/07/18 12:00 AM CLOSING DATE/TIME: 01/08/19 11:59 PM SALARY: $3,187.00 - $4,629.00 Monthly JOB TYPE: Permanent LOCATION: Newport, Oregon AGENCY: Fish & Wildlife-Fish Division Apply: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/oregon/jobs/2286288/natural-resource-specialist-1-marine-reserves-research-assistant DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Unique opportunity to work at the beautiful Oregon coast and be an important contributor to a team of marine reserves science professionals! Participate as a member of ODFW's marine reserves program, a six person interdisciplinary team responsible for leading the management and scientific monitoring of Oregon's five marine reserve sites. Ecological monitoring is one of the key mandates set by the State Legislature for Oregon's marine reserves. The Governor's Office, Oregon Legislature, and constituents have significant expectations about the successful implementation of this work. This is a complex, multidisciplinary research effort with numerous monitoring and research projects conducted simultaneously designed to meet the state's goals, objectives, and policy mandates for marine reserves. Assist with sample design and planning, leading collection of data at-sea, data entry, data analysis, data management, oral presentations, report writing, and outreach. Major duties and responsibilities are to: • Assist with assembling, organizing, checking, maintaining, and loading field equipment before and after at-sea fieldwork. • Lead field technicians and/or volunteers in the field. • Assist Research Project Leader with sampling design and planning. • Conduct review of video footage (requires specialized knowledge of fish identification), data entry into a Microsoft Access relational database and or Excel spreadsheets, and data quality control. • Perform data analyses including the application and analysis of statistical tests (ANOVA, regression, logistic regression, nonparametric tests, etc.). • Produce summary tables and graphics using spreadsheet, database, GIS, and graphing software. • Construct basic data summaries using Microsoft Excel, JMP, and Microsoft Access. • Organize video data library, including video tape archiving onto digital media. Participate in the design and management of databases. • Draft and provide preliminary reviews for technical and non-technical reports. Audiences may include scientists, stakeholders, general public, and decision makers. Papers for peer-reviewed publication are encouraged. • Present ecological monitoring information to local community groups, school groups, various associations, and the general public. Present at professional meetings and conferences. • Provide information and materials to be used in marine reserves and marine science outreach. • Participate in logistically and operationally complex at-sea fieldwork, as part of a 3-4 person science team. Fieldwork will include conducting visual surveys (e.g., ROV, video lander and video sled surveys), extractive surveys (e.g., hook-and-line), and oceanographic surveys (e.g., CTDs). Tasks will include deploying and retrieving equipment, overseeing back-deck shipboard operations (e.g., providing direction and instructions to vessel captain and crew), and recording field data. QUALIFICATIONS, REQUIRED & REQUESTED SKILLS: Minimum Qualifications • A Bachelor's degree in Fisheries or Wildlife Science, Marine Science, Oceanography, Natural Resource Management or Policy, or a closely-related Bachelor's degree with at least 45 quarter (30 semester) hours of biological/ecological coursework; OR • Three years of biological experience performing studies, research, or resource management activities in a fish or wildlife program. Requested Skills Preference will be given to applicants with experience in the following areas: • Conducting marine scientific research and/or monitoring, with preference given for experience with Pacific Northwest marine species • Conducting field work at-sea (open ocean) • Working at-sea, aboard fishing or research vessels • Leading field crews in at-sea field work, with preference given for experience working with volunteers in the field • Conducting multivariate statistical • Conducting geospatial analyses using ArcGIS |
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