There are 16 current job announcements posted!
See also the supplemental listing of 15 cos. at the bottom; a helpful guide for job seekers ...
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New: A Geospatial Careers website is now available online.
See the supplemental listing below for the URL.

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* Listing #1:

IMAGE ANALYST
SOFTWARE ENGINEER
I-CUBED
FORT COLLINS, CO

Image Analyst - IA1121
i-cubed, a rapidly growing, innovative geospatial data management firm, is seeking a passionate and creative Image Analyst to join our team.

i-cubed www.i-cubed.com provides imagery processing and analytic products to many of the world’s largest consumers of geospatial data. i-cubed operates in collaborative culture that values communication, teamwork and commitment. We are a market focused company, driven by customer needs. If you are a motivated professional looking to join an outstanding team developing geospatial solutions while gaining expertise and job satisfaction, then i-cubed is right for you.

Primary Responsibilities:
•Process and analyze imagery including orthorectification, multi-source integration, classification and change detection.
•Take ownership of projects.
• Work closely with management, production, and key customers to deliver industry- leading visual and analytic products.
• Architect, design and implement computational and cost effective solutions.

Required Skills:
• B.S. in Remote Sensing or natural science or post-grad training /certification (COGS BCIT etc.) or equivalent experience
• 2+ years image processing experience
• Creative problem solving skills and a strong work ethic
• Self-directed learner driven to provide the best customer experience possible

Desired:
• PCI
• eCognition and/or Feature Analyst
• ArcMap
• Scripting languages (Ruby, Perl, Python)

If you have the necessary skills and can excel in this environment, please send your resume and cover letter to webjobs@i-cubed.com, with “IA1121” as the Subject line. Initial contact is by email only.

(posted Nov. 27)

* Listing #2:

SENIOR GIS DEVELOPER/CONSULTANT
SPATIAL BUSINESS SYSTEMS, INC.
LAKEWOOD, CO

Spatial Business Systems, Inc., a leading developer of geospatial interoperability solutions is seeking to fill a senior-level GIS development position. The selected individual will work as a technical development lead, supporting our growing ESRI GIS services practice, based in Lakewood, CO. Responsibilities include the design, development and implementation of geospatial software solutions, primarily in the utility and telecommunications market sectors.

Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, a related field or equivalent experience in software development.
A minimum of 5 years experience in developing ESRI-based applications with a strong proficiency in ArcGIS and ArcObjects development
Experience with service-oriented architecture development, including ArcGIS Server.
Knowledge of C# and C++, .NET or Java is highly desirable
Oracle RDBMS, Oracle Spatial, SQL Server and/or ArcSDE
Practical project experience with geospatial data migration software tools and custom utilities

The candidate will be working closely with our customers and traveling to onsite locations approximately 25% of the time. Excellent communication skills are necessary.

Spatial Business Systems, Inc. strives to employ the best people in our industry. We are an equal opportunity employer. All prospective employees are subject to an background investigation and, depending on the requirements of the position, may require a security clearance in addition to the preliminary background investigation. All candidates must have necessary work permits in place.

Please contact our human resources department if you would like to send us your qualifications or receive further information: hr@spatialbiz.com.

Dennis F. Beck, President
Spatial Business Systems, Inc.
44 Union Blvd, Suite 650
Lakewood, CO 80228
Office: 303.847.4202
Fax: 303.996.2673
www.spatialbiz.com
(posted Nov. 23)

* Listing #3:

GIS COORDINATOR
CITY OF MESQUITE
MESQUITE, NEVADA

Job Summary
* Under direction, works with other geographical information system (GIS) staff to develop GIS database applications to satisfy requests for products and services;
* establishes and articulates standards for application specifications and programs;
* performs a variety of GIS and computer-aided design and drafting (CADD) technical duties as needed to assist in the preparation, review and maintenance of drawing documents, reports, databases and other information;
* performs related work as required.

Knowledge/Skills:
1. Spatial database management concepts and structures as utilized with ARC/Info software.
2. Principles, theories, and methods of geographic information systems.
3. Applications programming principles, techniques and documentation practices.
4. Customer service needs assessment and delivery methods.
5. Project management techniques, methods and procedures.
6. Knowledge of ArcGIS, ArcInfo and AutoCAD Release 2000.

Ability:
1. Act as project lead and coordinator of technical GIS staff.
2. Perform difficult and complex GIS professional and technical work including spatial relational database development and complex application design.
3. Instruct GIS users in the use of GIS data and software.
4. Analyze and resolve problems with complex land based data systems involving interdepartmental interaction.
5. Communicate effectively, both orally or in writing.
6. Understand and accept directions from the Department Head.
7. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with user management and staff, system clients, and department staff.

License or Certification:
Must possess, at the time of employment and continuously throughout employment, a valid Nevada Class “C” driver’s license. Geographic Information Systems Professional (GISP) certification is preferred.

Education and Experience:
Any equivalent combination of training, education and experience which provides the individual with the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the job. A typical way to obtain these requirements may be
1. Bachelor’s Degree in Planning, Geography, GIS, Computer Science, Civil Engineering, Information Systems, or closely related field.
2. Three (3) years experience developing and implementing applications and designing and automating databases for geographic information systems. A Master’s Degree in GIS or closely related field may be substituted for one year of experience.

Pay Range: $50,684 - $69,280/Annually
Full time with generous benefits
Application and job description available from the Personnel Dept.
POSITION OPEN UNTIL FILLED.
City of Mesquite
10 E. Mesquite Blvd.
Mesquite, NV 89027.
(702)346-5295 or visit us at www.mesquitenv.com.
City application required. EOE

(posted Nov. 18)

* Listing #4:

GIS ANALYST
INTERMOUNTAIN RURAL ELECTRIC ASSOCIATION
SEDALIA, CO

COMPANY:
Intermountain REA is an electric utility that serves 132,000 customers over a 5,000 square mile area including parts of ten counties in Colorado. The service territory is West, South, and East of the Denver Metro area with the majority of the customers served between Denver and Colorado Springs. This position is in the Mapping department guided by the Planning department which is within the Engineering department.

DUTIES:
" Update GIS data from redlined construction drawings
" Perform data maintenance and integrity processes
" Work closely with Operations and Engineering personnel
" Coordinate design, development, and maintenance of GIS based applications

REQUIREMENTS:
" Bachelor's degree (CIS, Computer Science, Geography, GIS , or related field)
" Experience with ArcGIS / ArcObjects / ArcSDE / Oracle / Visual Studio .NET
" Strong Interpersonal and communication skills
" Knowledge and experience with relational databases
" Knowledge and experience with GIS principles and analysis techniques.

OTHER BENEFICIAL SKILLS:
" Electric Utility Experience
" AutoCAD Experience
" Experience with Miner & Miner ArcFM
" GPS skills
" Knowledge of SQL language
" Knowledge of Web based ArcGIS or ArcGIS Engine

COMPENSATION:
" Pay based on skill and experience level
" Retirement and 401k plan
" Health plan
" Vacation, sick, and personal leaves

Send Resumes to address, fax, or e-mail below, ATTN: GIS

Intermountain Rural Electric Association
5496 N. US Highway 85
Sedalia, CO 80135
Fax (303) 660-8906
hr@intermountain-rea.com

Local contact:
Duane Holt - Sr. Supv. of Geographic Info Systems
Tel - (303) 688-3100 ext. 134
holt@intermountain-rea.com

(posted Nov. 16)

* Listing #5:

MINERAL RESOURCE GIS DATA SUPPORT/GRAPHICS (Part-time)
EURASIAN MINERALS, INC.
LITTLETON, CO

Eurasian Minerals Inc.
Mineral Resource GIS/Graphics
Eurasian Minerals Inc. is currently seeking part time help to assist with mineral resource GIS data compilations and office based computer support functions.
Ideal requirements include a senior or graduate level geology/engineering student with the following software competencies:
- ArcGIS (MapInfo knowledge a plus)
- AutoCAD
- MS Access (application programming a plus)
- Basic statistics
Additional knowledge in these areas would be desirable:
- Presentation graphics (i.e, Photoshop/Corel Draw/etc)
- Hardware/Software/Network configuration
- Image Processing (ERMapper, Envi)
- Geostatistics
Course work/experience in the following is a plus:
- Geology or Earth Sciences
- Mineral exploration
- Geochemistry
This is a flexible, part time (~15-30 hours/week) opportunity with the potential to develop into a full time position.
Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience.

Interested candidates please submit a current CV in plain text, .doc, or .pdf format via email to employment@eurasianminerals.com
(No phone calls, please)
6624 Willow Broom Trail, Littleton, Colorado 80125
570 Granville Street, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

(posted Nov. 14)

* Listing #6:

TRANSPORTATION PHOTOGRAMMETRIST
ARIZONA DEPT. OF TRANSPORTATION
PHOENIX, AZ

GeoSearch job #3228 - Transportation Photogrammetrist
Phoenix, AZ -- TRANSPORTATION PHOTOGRAMMETRIST
GRADE/SALARY: S7/$36,555- $61,879
ORG/POS. #: 9420/ADT005545AAN
LOCATION: PHOENIX/ITD/ENGINEERING SURVEY
OPEN TO ALL APPLICANTS

This Position: Performs work of moderate difficulty in computerized aerial mapping, utilizing higher order soft copy or analytical photogrammetric instruments, in the collection of photogrammetric data from aerial photography to produce topographic maps and engineering data. Inputs, reviews, and verifies a variety of survey records and technical documents to ensure completeness and accuracy in the development of photogrammetric data to be used by department planners and consultants.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of photogrammetric, geographic, and cartographic techniques used in the production of CADD mapping for the design of highways. Computer skills in PC, Windows, Stereo compilation, Micro Station, InRoads, stereoplotter interface program. Ability to interpret a variety of engineering and survey data (i.e. field survey control and results, construction plans, alignment geometrics, aerial photography, and a wide assortment of maps).

The Ideal Candidate: will have experience with stereo compilation equipment operation and college level coursework in engineering, mathematics, physical sciences or closely related fields; or a Bachelor of Science degree in one of the physical sciences, mathematics or closely related field and experience with stereo compilation equipment operation.

How to apply: go online to www.azstatejobs.gov. Follow the instructions to set up an account and to post your resume. Search for jobs – use key word ADOT. Find Transportation Photogrammetrist, position ADT005545AAN - job is located in Phoenix. Click on the job and then click on the “Apply” button. The position will remain open until filled but resumes received by November 27, 2006 will be considered first. Resumes received after that date will be considered if necessary.

(posted Nov. 13)

* Listing #7:

ARC/JAVA PROGRAMMERS
ROBINE GIS, INC.
DENVER AREA

Robine GIS, Inc is in need of a couple of Java consultants/programmers with experience
programming ESRI products. We have a couple of different positions available.

The first one is a 6 month contract and requires the person to be on-site at our client's facility
in the North Denver area.
The candidate would program applications with the following technologies:
ArcIMS, ArcGIS Server (9.2), MapQuest API, possibly Group 1's Address Geocoding API,
ArcSDE, and other GIS technologies.
In addition, the appropriate candidate should have experience with ESRI products (ie., ArcGIS) and
web-based application development (such as Jakarta Struts, Web Services, EJB's, etc).

The second position requires experience with ArcObjects, Java, ArcGIS Server, and other
web-based technologies. We will be developing an ArcGIS Server application using 9.2 and Java.
(If you have experience with ArcGIS Server and .NET, please respond as well.).
This work could be done at home.

Please contact Karen Robine for more information about these positions (or email a resume):
Phone: (303) 216-0820
Email: karen@robinegis.com
http://www.robinegis.com

(posted Nov. 13)

* Listing #8:

REMOTE SENSING ANALYST/TRAINER
SANZ GEOSPATIAL SOLUTIONS GROUP
ENGLEWOOD, CO

Remote Sensing Analyst/Trainer
SANZ has an immediate opening for a Remote Sensing Analyst/Trainer in our Denver, Colorado office. We are looking for someone to work in a fast-paced environment on a wide variety of tasks. The ideal candidate will have a background in remote sensing and image processing, experience training in a variety of situations, excellent communication skills, and the ability to learn new technologies and undertake additional responsibilities over time. This is a junior level position, with opportunity for advancement.

JOB DESCRIPTION:
" Approximately 50% of the job responsibilities will involve creating and conducting training programs for EarthWhere applications. This will include gathering and analyzing training data sets, designing lessons and creating training materials. Training will be performed both in classroom and virtual settings to commercial and government end-users and software administrators with various computer skill levels.
" The remainder of the time will focus on supporting sales, development, and other teams in the EarthWhere organization. Tasks may include:
" Answering customer requests and troubleshooting imagery related issues.
" Providing technical support to testing and development staff regarding remote sensing, geospatial, and imagery questions.
" Assisting with requirements analysis for custom solutions.
" Performing software demonstrations.
" Installing hardware and software at customer sites.

REQUIREMENTS:
" Master's degree in Geography, GIS, remote sensing, or a related field or a Bachelor's degree and 1-2 years of experience.
" Working knowledge of the current versions of ArcGIS and ERDAS Imagine.
" Proven experience developing and delivering training courses.
" Ability to interact with clients, management, and peers.
" Experience working with remotely sensed panchromatic and multispectral data.
" Understanding of geospatial concepts including projections and transformations, resampling techniques, and image radiometry.
" Strong analytical skills.

This position requires frequent interaction with customers and all teams in the organization. Travel, up to 25% of the time, is required.

Application Process:
To be considered, please send your resume to: gsgcareers@sanz.com.
For more information regarding the company and EarthWhere™, visit our website at http://www.earthwhere.com.
SANZ is an EEO Employer.

SANZ Inc.
9800 Pyramid Ct.
Suite 130
Englewood, CO 80112
303.495.6300
800.554.3880
Fax: 303.814.0693
www.earthwhere.com

(posted Oct. 8)

* Listing #9:

SENIOR SOFTWARE ENGINEER
MAPFRAME CORPORATION
DALLAS, TEXAS

MapFrame Corporation (www.mapframe.com) is growing! MapFrame is the recognized leader in mobile mapping software and field automation technology for electric and gas utilities. Our software, FieldSmart®, is successfully deployed to over 30,000 field users. Our market expansion drives the need for software developers who are anxious to make an immediate impact.

Senior Software Engineer – Technical Lead
We are looking for seasoned software engineers with proven skills in building Windows and Windows Mobile client software. You will work on software applications that span the client and server enterprise. You’ll gather requirements, design the application, and coordinate development activities throughout the entire software development life cycle.

The candidate should have:
-Strong customer-centric attitude
-Extensive C/C++ programming experience (at least 4 years of hands on software development experience with complex applications)
-Familiarity with database and data communications technologies
-A successful track record of delivering high quality commercial software on schedule
-Excellent communication skills with technical and non-technical team members
-Must be able to lead a 2- to 4-person development team throughout 3-6 month projects
-The ability to prioritize and work on multiple, concurrent projects
-GIS, spatial background preferred; experience with ESRI, GE Smallworld, Intergraph, or Autodesk platforms
-College degree required, a BS or MS degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering is even better

This position is based in Dallas, TX and may require occasional travel. Local candidates preferred but relocation assistance may be available depending on the candidate.

Please send resume to Glenn M. Coombs at glenn.coombs@mapframe.com.

Glenn M. Coombs
Director, Accounting & Administration
MapFrame Corporation
5420 LBJ Freeway, Suite 1250
Dallas, TX 75240
Direct (972) 701-5451
Fax (214) 741-2283

(posted Nov. 9)

* Listing #10:

DATA / GCP PROCESSOR
IMAGE (INTERFEROMETRIC) PROCESSING TECHNICIAN
IV & V TECHNICIAN (QUALITY ASSURANCE)
KiDAP PROCESSORS
MISSION PLANNING TECHNICIAN
MOSAIC (IMAGE PROCESSING) TECH
RADAR OPERATORS
SYSTEMS SUPPORT COORDINATOR
INTERMAP TECHNOLOGIES
ENGLEWOOD, CO

Intermap Technologies is a progressive, multinational, geomatics company with an extensive international clientele.

Positions are located in Englewood, Colorado, local candidates preferred, no relocation provided.
We offer competitive wages, a pleasant work environment, free parking, and much more.
For more information regarding these positions with Intermap Technologies, visit: www.intermap.com

To apply, please send your resume in confidence to HR@intermap.com and place the job title in the subject line.
No phone calls please. Only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

Intermap Technologies Inc.
400 Inverness Parkway, Suite 330
Englewood, Colorado, USA 80112-5824
303-708-0955
www.intermap.com

(updated Nov. 27)

* Listing #11:

GIS PROJECT MANAGER
LOCKHEED MARTIN
ALBUQUERQUE, NEW MEXICO

Project Manager - GIS
Requirements include proficiency using the ArcGIS suite of products (ArcMap, ArcCatalog, and ArcToolBox), the SDSFIE data standard, FGDC Metadata creation, and excellent communication skills. Must have experience with or understanding of relational database management systems (Oracle) and Visual Basic for Applications. Must be able to work as part of a team. Must be able to traverse rough terrain with loads of up to 40 pounds. Previous helpdesk experience and demonstrated leadership capabilities are a plus but is not required. **

STANDARD JOB DESCRIPTION:
Oversees and manages the operational aspects of ongoing projects and serves as liaison between project management and planning, project team, and line management. Reviews status of projects and budgets; manages schedules and prepares status reports. Assesses project issues and develops resolutions to meet productivity, quality, and client-satisfaction goals and objectives. Develops mechanisms for monitoring project progress and for intervention and problem solving with project managers, line managers, and clients.

REQUIRED SKILLS: Project Management, EsRI Products, GIS Helpdesk Experience
Come work with the best! Lockheed Martin is one of the world’s leading diversified technology companies. We research, design, develop, manufacture, and integrate advanced technology systems, products and services for government and commercial customers around the world. Lockheed Martin offers and outstanding and comprehensive benefits package with an emphasis on total value and work/life balance. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. A Drug free workplace with Pre-Employment Screening.

Lockheed Martin
1215 S. Clark Street
Arlington, VA 22202
United States
www.lockheedmartin.com/careers

(posted Nov. 4)

* Listing #12:

SALES SUPPORT ENGINEER
TRIMBLE
WESTMINSTER, CO

Sales Support Engineer
Trimble is a leading innovator of Global Positioning System (GPS) technology. In addition to providing advanced GPS components, Trimble augments GPS with other positioning technologies, such as optical total stations, as well as wireless communications and software to create complete customer solutions. Trimble's worldwide presence and unique capabilities position the Company for growth in emerging applications including mapping and GIS, precision agriculture, surveying, construction, machine guidance, automobile navigation, asset tracking, wireless platforms, and telecommunications infrastructure.

Job Summary
We are looking for an experienced pre-sales technical support specialist to join Trimble’s Worldwide Mapping & GIS Technical Support operation. This position will be based in Westminster, Colorado. The primary focus will be to provide pre-sales support for Trimble’s internal sales force in both North and South America.

Primary Duties
* Support the Latin America and North America Sales Managers (50/50) in pre-sales technically driven activities
* Maintain a high level of technical understanding across the entire Mapping & GIS product range, as well as relevant supplemental solutions * Establish and maintain a complete knowledge of all systems and tools used by the Support/Training team
* Actively participate in support activities as required by the Support & Training Manager
* Participate in sales meetings as required by the Sales Managers
* Complete a monthly sales report
* Actively participate as a member of the support and training group

Key Organizational Interfaces
Key organizational interfaces for the Sales Support Specialist will be regional Sales managers and their staff, Technical Support Manager’s and staff, and Product management staff.

Characteristics/Skills
* Professional presentation skills
* Understanding of the sales process required, with prior sales experience desirable
* Ability to present technical and sales presentations to a mix of audiences, fluently in both English and Spanish
* Strong written and verbal communications skills, including an excellent telephone manner
* Must be a team player with the ability to support a dispersed sales team in a complex corporate organization
* Strong problem-solving skills
* Must have good communication, time management and organizational skills.
* Experience with GPS including Trimble Mapping & GIS Products desirable but not essential
* Experience with ArcGIS Desktop Products (Map, Catalog & Toolbox)
* Experience within high tech field preferably Mapping and GIS
* Proficient knowledge of MS Word, Excel, Power Point, and Access
* Ability to travel up to 75%
* Fluency in Spanish and English

Education / Experience
Relevant tertiary qualification in GIS related field
2-3 years application experience in a GIS field
Technical Support background for a minimum of 3 years, with preference for pre-sales focus

Trimble
10355 Westmoor Drive, Suite 100
Westminster, CO 80021
United States
www.trimble.com

(posted Nov. 4)

* Listing #13:

GIS COORDINATOR (PLANNER III)
DENVER REGIONAL COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS (DRCOG)
DENVER, CO

Application Deadline: Nov. 30

DESCRIPTION OF WORK: (This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties,
responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the job.)
· Oversees all aspects of geospatial data management within DRCOG including:
- acquisition, development and maintenance of geospatial data;
- information production in support regional and local decision making;
- business process improvements;
- application development;
- education and training;
- evaluation of new geospatial technologies relative to DRCOG’s needs;
- lifecycle management of GIS hardware and software.
· Coordinates GIS work requests from other DRCOG programs ensuring the timely completion of work.
· Prepares policies and guidelines to ensure the quality of all spatial data sets and processes. Ensures
that GIS operations comply with defined quality control standards.
· Ensures accurate, comprehensive and consistent documentation of GIS processes.
· Plans for the strategic development of GIS operations and services within the organization. Prepares
and presents long-range plans and status reports for the strategic evolution of DRCOG’s GIS
operations.
· Builds and maintains effective working relationships across DRCOG’s client base. Represents
DRCOG in inter-agency coordination activities relating to GIS.
· Supervises and motivates staff. Provides effective team leadership. Oversees the work of
consultants.
· Supervises training and development of staff to ensure continuous process improvement and
professional development.
QUALIFICATIONS FOR APPOINMENT
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
· Extensive knowledge of the principles of geospatial information technologies and their use in
public sector business operations.
· Demonstrated knowledge of ESRI’s suite of GIS products and relational databases (SQL Server
preferred).
· Experience in geospatial application development and/or GIS software enhancements.
· Ability to analyze and resolve problems with GIS computer software and applications.
· Knowledge and experience in project management and budgeting.
· Familiarity with application of GIS to regional development issues and principles (i.e.
transportation, land use, environmental and natural resources).
· Demonstrated supervisory skills.
· Ability to effectively communicate (written and verbal) and make public presentations.
Education and Experience:
· Requires a master’s degree in geography, geographical information systems, information
technologies or related field.
· Minimum of three years of experience, including one year of supervisory experience.
· Equivalent combination of applicable education and experience.
STATUS: Full-time, Exempt
SALARY: Grade 8, $4,300 - $5,264 month, depending on qualifications
APPLICATION DEADLINE: 11/30/06
To apply you may submit a resume on our website
www.drcog.org under the Employment tab or mail to HR, DRCOG, 4500 Cherry Creek Dr. S., Suite 800,
Denver, CO 80246 or fax to 303 480-6768.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Local contact:
Simon Montagu
303.480.6763
Denver Regional Council of Governments
4500 Cherry Creek Drive South, Suite 800
Denver, CO 80246-1531
303-455-1000

(posted Nov. 3)

SENIOR SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT ENGINEER
VIRTUAL EARTH TEAM
MICROSOFT CORP.
BOULDER, CO

Virtual Earth is an industry pioneer in bringing a variety of map imagery to the end consumer, and we’re on the cusp of upping the competition as we step into the 3D space. The VirtualEarth 3Di team, located in beautiful Boulder, CO, is a recent acquisition and brings with it a vast array of imaging and graphics technologies. The 3Di team will play a key part in the next several Virtual Earth releases by building software that will produce all of the imagery and 3D data consumed by the VirtualEarth products – in both the 2D web site and the upcoming 3D products.

We are looking for a senior IC SDE to help build the imagery computation infrastructure – from inception to production. You must have solid design and coding skills, and be well versed in creating high-end scalable, performant and extensible systems. The Boulder team is new to Microsoft. As a seasoned SDE in core Microsoft technologies and development methodologies, you will be looked upon by your team for technical leadership. You must possess a passion for producing well-engineered, well-factored, easily-maintained code. You should be highly motivated, self driven, and able to mentor those around you.

A BS in CS, Math or a related technical space, with 5+ years of proven track record of shipping products is required. You should have strong design and coding skills and in-depth knowledge of C# and C++, and the .Net Framework. Domain expertise in 2D image processing and analysis, 3D object extraction and modeling or a personal interest/skill in dealing with abstract problem spaces would help ramp fast on the job, but is not a requirement.

Vexcel Corporation was recently acquired by Microsoft. Microsoft offers an excellent benefits package to full-time employees including medical, dental, vacation, employee stock purchase plan, and 401k, plus some great extras including: our 24-hour nurse line, stay fit program, product discounts, and paid infant care leave. All part of our commitment to our most important asset: our employees. For more information about life at Microsoft, please visit our careers website: http://www.microsoft.com/careers

Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and strongly supports diversity in the workforce.

Send resume and salary requirements to Jamie Morgan at: jamorg@microsoft.com.
(posted Oct. 23)

* Listing #15:

MARKETING COORDINATOR, SALES POSITIONS (2)
HJW GEOSPATIAL
OAKLAND, CALIFORNIA

Local contact:
Joe Thurgood, President and CEO
Office: (510) 638-6122, ext. 121
Email: thurgood@hjw.com
HJW GeoSpatial, Inc.
8407 Edgewater Drive
Oakland, California 94621-1403
mapping@hjw.com
Tel: 510-638-6122
Fax: 510-638-5628
Toll Free: 1-800-383-2991
(posted Oct. 30)

* Listing #16:

GIS DEVELOPER
MOOSEPOINT TECHNOLOGY, INC.
SONOMA, CALIFORNIA

MoosePoint Technology, Inc. is seeking an experienced software developer to fill a full-time
GIS Developer position at our Sonoma Office.
Established in 2000, MoosePoint Technology is a leading software developer providing GIS
solutions and services utilizing ESRI products. As an authorized ESRI Reseller and
Developer, MoosePoint was named ESRI Partner of the Year in 2004. MoosePoint is the
creator and exclusive distributor of GeoSmart.net, a rapid application development
environment for web-based mapping solutions utilizing ESRI’s ArcIMS, ArcSDE and ArcGIS
Server. MoosePoint is headquartered in Sonoma, California.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The GIS Developer position will assist with implementing the next generation of our industry
leading GIS software product GeoSmart.net. The successful candidate will have a proven
ability to analyze, design and implement large software development projects. Experience
working with GeoSmart.net or ESRI's server-based GIS products is highly desirable but
candidates with a strong development background are encouraged to apply. This is an
opportunity to work within a small, progressive, team-oriented company. Successful
candidates will have the ability to interact effectively with others and work as a team
member. MoosePoint Technology is the place to be if you have a desire to learn new things
every day, create effective code, and want to live and work in the beautiful Valley of The
Moon.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Assist in the design and development of our flagship product GeoSmart.net
• Assist in the design and development of new GIS product offerings
• Design and develop GIS web services
• Design and develop “Smart Solutions” utilizing GeoSmart.net
• Design and develop custom applications, tools and code samples for customers
• Design and develop relational database management systems
• Assist with documentation and technical training for customers and partners utilizing
GeoSmart.net
• Assist with technical support to customers utilizing GeoSmart.net
• Assist with technical support for sales-related activities
2 GIS Developer Job Announcement
QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS & COMPETENCIES
• Education: Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, GIS or equivalent
experience required.
• Language Experience: Minimum of 5 years of working with Visual Basic, VB.NET,
C# in the Windows and Web environment, Preferred knowledge of XML, AXL,
ArcObjects, HTML, JavaScript and SQL
• Software Experience: Experience with Microsoft Visual Studio, ESRI ArcIMS, ESRI
ArcSDE, ESRI ArcGIS Server and Microsoft IIS
• Other: Preferred experience with GIS especially ESRI tools; Organizational Skills,
with the ability to prioritize tasks based on work requirements and deadlines; U.S.
Citizen or permanent working status; must be able to work well in a team
environment; ability to travel (10%)
HIRING PROCESS
We will be accepting resumes until December 1st, 2006. The position start date will be
determined with the selected candidate. To apply for this position, please e-mail a resume
with cover letter to jobs@moosepoint.com. No phone calls please.
http://www.moosepoint.com
(posted Oct. 30)

OTHER RESOURCES:

Geospatial Careers website is at http://www.geospatialcareers.net

This website is for students and others interested in learning about careers in geospatial technologies.
It features career information and profiles of people who use geospatial technologies.
Since people with skills in geospatial technologies are needed in a wide variety of fields,
this site was developed to encourage and assist those interested in exploring career options.
It is sponsored by the NH Space Grant Consortium in partnership with NH GRANIT and the
University of New Hampshire Cooperative Extension.

Non-specific listing of employers:

The following companies frequently have openings in the aerospace, GIS, GPS, software
programming, IT, engineering, remote sensing, and related geotechnologies.
Check their web sites, listed below, for current openings and position descriptions.

BALL AEROSPACE
BOULDER, COLORADO
Visit the web site for further details: http://www.ballaerospace.com/p2car.html
Also contact Ken Turnbull at ken@kenturnbull.com for application advice.

CITY AND COUNTY OF DENVER
DENVER, COLORADO
Go to http://www.denvergov.org/jump_employment.asp for a access to a variety of listings.

COOPERATIVE INSTITUTE FOR RESEARCH IN ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES (CIRES)
UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO
BOULDER, COLORADO
Visit http://cires.colorado.edu/jobs.html for listings (mostly research assistant positions).

DIGITALGLOBE
LONGMONT, COLORADO
Job details are at http://www.digitalglobe.com. Navigate to "About Us" and "Careers"

GEOEYE (a merger of Orbimage and Space Imaging)
THORNTON, COLORADO
Visit the web site for complete details: http://www.orbimage.com/empl/index.htm

JEPPESEN
ENGLEWOOD, COLORADO
Go to the careers section of the Jeppesen web site at http://www.jeppesen.com.

LOCKHEED MARTIN CORP.
AURORA, COLORADO SPRINGS, DENVER, & LITTLETON, COLORADO
Visit http://www.lockheedmartin.com and click on "Careers"

MERRICK & COMPANY
AURORA, COLORADO
Point your web browser to http://www.merrick.com and click on "Career Center"

NORTHROP GRUMMAN CORP.
AURORA, COLORADO SPRINGS, DENVER, & FT. COLLINS, COLORADO
Go to http://careers.northropgrumman.com/ExternalHorizonsWeb/getCareerHome.do

PIXXURES, INC.
ARVADA, COLORADO
Visit http://www.pixxures.com for current job listings.

PREMIER DATA SERVICES
ENGLEWOOD, COLORADO
Visit Premier Data's web site for more information on these and other openings:
http://www.premierdata.com/company/index.html

RESEARCH SYSTEMS, INC.
BOULDER, COLORADO
See http://www.rsinc.com/opportun/index.asp

SANBORN MAP CO.
COLORADO SPRINGS, COLORADO
For descriptions, go to http://www.sanborn.com/about_sanborn/careers.htm

URS CORPORATION
DENVER, COLORADO
See http://www.urscorp.com/careers/jobops/index.html for more information.

VEXCEL CORPORATION (Recently acquired by MICROSOFT CORPORATION)
BOULDER, COLORADO
See the web sites for job descriptions: http://www.vexcel.com, http://www.microsoft.com

(Supplemental list updated October 25, 2006)

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** Clarification of what it means to have current federal employment "status":

"Applications will be accepted from any qualified individual with current career or career-conditional status, those with reinstatement eligibility, and those eligible under special programs, including Veterans Readjustment Appointment (VRA) eligibles for GS-11/WG-11 (or equivalent), 30% or more compensable disabled veterans, handicapped authority eligibles, and Peace Corps eligibles. Veterans who are preference eligibles or who have been separated from the armed forces under honorable conditions after 3 years or more of continuous active service may apply. All applicants will receive consideration without regard to political, religious or labor organization affiliation or nonaffiliation, marital status, race, color, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, or nondisqualifying physical or mental handicap."

(Excerpted from federal employment application materials.)

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