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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.

GIS COORDINATOR
PUBLIC WORKS DEPT.
CITY OF CORTEZ
CORTEZ, CO

The City of Cortez, Colorado, has a position open for a full-time GIS Coordinator.

Responsibilities of the position include: managing the City's Geographic Information Systems; working with AutoCAD to draft and design City projects; inspecting project construction; managing databases using MS Access and other computer programs; assisting with all Public Works functions.

Qualifications for the position include: ability to use ESRI's ArcGIS and ArcInfo programs, and AutoCAD; experience with Visual Basic and Python is a plus; ability to use GPS hardware/software; ability to communicate clearly both orally and in writing; must have a valid Colorado driver's license, and be a high school graduate or equivalent.

Salary Range is $13.41 to $24.61/hour, DOE, with excellent benefits.

Applications may be picked up and submitted to the Southwest Colorado Workforce Center, 217 West Main Street, Cortez, CO 81321, Telephone 970.565.3759, by 5:00 p.m. on Monday, June 9, 2008, or downloaded at http://www.cityofcortez.com/pdf/empapp.pdf

(posted May 28)

COMPUTER SCIENTIST TRAINEES
US GEOLOGICAL SURVEY
LAKEWOOD, CO

Note: I just started working with the USGS Center of Excellence for GIScience. We're looking for a few more student employees. Mostly we need programming skills but the positions are low enough grade to allow time to pick up new skills. If you're interested, email Mike Finn at mfinn@usgs.gov. Primarily we are looking for people to be based out of the Lakewood Federal Center but I believe there is some flexibility.
-Eric Wolf
Eric B. Wolf 720-209-6818
PhD Student CU-Boulder - Geography
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Official Notice:
Computer Scientist Trainees

The U. S. Geological Survey is seeking individuals who are familiar with computer programming and software development on Windows and UNIX platforms. We are interested in employees for full time summer work and part-time work during the semester (15 – 30 hours per week).

Qualified applicants should have:
Familiarity with C++ development using Visual Studio .NET or GCC.
Have taken at least one course in data structures.

Experience with the following is a plus:
Java
Qt
Web development using AJAX
Familiarity with database systems
Familiarity with W3C or Open Geospatial Consortium Standards and APIs.

Computer Scientist Trainees will be supporting various geographic and cartographic research projects.
Two projects with immediate need are:
- User-Centered Design for Web Services
Objective: Design of a human intuitive interface for one (or more) viewers for The National Map access viewers (or portal) to all USGS data
Approach: Design Web interface and services. Develop a viewer for The National Map based on the results of a user survey and the design.
- Further enhancement to the Interface between the Agricultural Non-Point Source (AGNPS) Pollution Model and the ERDAS Imagine Geographic Information System (GIS)

-- Background: The U.S. Department of Agriculture developed the AGNPS pollution model. This model has been used extensively by scientists conducting hydrologic or water quality analyses using computer modeling in an attempt to further understand the complex problem of managing non-point sources of pollution in a watershed hydrology domain. The USGS has developed a unique Windows-based program, the AGNPS Data Generator (ADGen) to simplify the task of preparing and creating the input for AGNPS through an interface with ERDAS Imagine.

Interested persons should send a resume to Michael P. Finn, Research Cartographer, at mfinn@usgs.gov.

GIS ANALYST
LONGMONT, CO

This is the opportunity that you have been waiting for. A highly respected and rapidly growing Longmont company is need of a Senior GIS Analyst/Production Supervisor to help them with the transition from a small independently owned company to a branch in a huge well known corporation. This business provides a variety of exciting GIS services. Exciting, innovative, technologically advanced and growing are the top adjectives to describe this company. No two days will be the same and the room for career development is limitless. This is your chance to get in on a company that is going nowhere but up.

Essential Job Functions:
" Supervise Production team - mange schedule, cost and quality
" Provide status reports to senior management
" Identify training needs and work with the Training staff to develop and administer training.
" Create and prepare maps, tables and graphic s for reports, PowerPoint presentations and other data products
" Select and process control points and geo-rectify image files or geo-reference raster files to an existing baseline date set
" Work with and translate between various map projection, datums and file formats.
" Collect geocode, analyze and process attributions and vector data
" Create, maintain and update GIS databases
" Create and maintain links between map files/attributes and other databases.
" Support training and workshops and provide customer technical assistance as required
" Provide information form GIS databases to EMS staff and clients
" Represent the organization as needed at meeting and other forums
" Prepare completed products for shipment/delivery via ftp, media or firewire
" Undertake other project and functions as needed.
" Keep the Director of Operations informed of project related issues and seek advice as needed
" Provide recommendations of process improvement and product innovations intended to streamline operations, improve communications and promote product/business development

Required Skills:
" 7-10 years GIS or imagery experience
" GIS Professional with a Bachelor's Degree in GIS, Geography, Agriculture, Photoimagary or Remote Sensing
" Project or Team leader in past or current employment
" Expert GIS Analyst with expert skills using ARC products
" Experience with upper level software: TNT Mips, PCI and Imagine
" Experience with rafters processing aircraft imagery
" Experience with multi spectral imagery
" Experience with technical writing in SML and HTML
" Successful track record supervising GIS technicians/analysts in data creation, conversion and enhancement projects
" Excellent written and verbal communication
" Exceptional professional and interpersonal skills. Able to stay calm in the face of adversity
" Proficient use of standard office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook)

Desired skills:
" Agricultural experience

Salary/Wage: 75-90K per year DOE
Job Category: Science
Career Level: Experienced, Senior level, Manager

Erin M McCarty
Job Store Staffing
HR Coordinator
3434 47th St. Suite 250
Boulder, CO 80301
303-682-5627 (Phone)
303-682-5400 (Fax)
https://webstaff.jobstorestaffing.com/webstaff/start.htm

(posted May 7)

SUMMER INTERN
GEOEYE
THORNTON, CO

GeoEye has an opening for a summer intern.

Qualified applicant will be a US citizen, college student, with some computer programming (C, C++, Java, or MatLab)
experience and preferably some Unix or Linux script experience.

Interested persons should email a resume to:

Gene Dial
Director, Product Engineering
303-254-2058
dial.gene@geoeye.com
GeoEye
12076 Grant St
Thornton, CO 80241

(posted May 5)

LIDAR SENSOR/GEODETIC MANAGER
MARKETING SPECIALIST
SANBORN
COLORADO SPRINGS, CO

LiDAR Sensor\Geodetic Manager
The LiDAR Manager brings a strong technical background to support and provide leadership to the LiDAR /Geodetic Engineering business. Relevant experience must include LiDAR collection, field survey, GPS and IMU field and post processing, system installation and calibration and LiDAR analysis and processing to ensure goals and objectives of projects are accomplished within prescribed quality and time frames. Will perform a combination of production, field work, sensor trouble shooting and other duties as required.

Duties:
* Helps supervise LiDAR Department employees and resources to ensure maximum efficiency, quality, and productivity.
* Recommends LiDAR Department capital and expense budgets and track expenditures.
* Tracks and reports operations status within the LiDAR Department.
* Reviews industry technology changes. Recommends R&D activities to improve efficiency.
* Interface for all LiDAR sensor and component suppliers
* Continually looks for methods to enhance Collection and production processes, lower costs and improve product delivery.
* Confers with project personnel to provide technical advice and resolve problems.
* Provides support to Sales and Proposals staff as required for technical writing, presentations, cost estimates and project planning.
* Leads Department for Flight project planning
* Leads department to meet schedule targets of 95% or greater
* Leads department to achieve a < 5% internal or customer re-work goal
* Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:
Bachelor’s Degree in Geography, Survey/Geomatic Engineering, or a related field; a minimum of six years experience in Geomatics including LiDAR, GIS, Survey and GPS technology. Must have the ability to manage a group of technical non-exempt and exempt employees, maintaining a high degree of motivation and focus within the department. Must be detail oriented with the ability to multi-task and maintain organization in a changing environment. Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication leadership and motivational skills with a strong commitment to quality required.

Preferences (optional): Master’s degree preferred

Marketing Specialist
Sanborn’s marketing specialist participates in planning, developing and implementing efforts related to marketing strategies and tactics. In this role, you will work in a collaborative environment to develop company collateral, product marketing, media and public relations, web content, presentation materials and any other means by which the company communicates to its leadership, partners, customers and employees.

RESPONSIBILITES
* Develops marketing strategies in support of new and existing products with a focus on branding and product placement.
* Develops product marketing plans and marketing communications projects.
* Leads the marketing effort to develop messaging and materials to support sales efforts.
* Establishes and maintains media professional relationships, deadlines & artwork coordination including ROI analysis for print and electronic media campaigns and corporate communications.
* Establishes and maintains regional office relationships and maintains a standard level of regional consistency.
* Develops and implements appropriate advertisement and direct mail campaign placement as required.
* Responsible for the planning and implementation of various activities to include preparing and organizing prospective client brochure materials, seminar materials, Power Point presentations and other promotional materials; teams with the graphic designer to coordinate printing efforts, monitors quantities of marketing materials and supplies company wide and places orders as necessary.
* Responsible for the corporate website content development and maintenance. Supports the graphic designer on content and design implementation.
* Develops the communications plan for press releases. Maintains public relations activities. Maintains corporate PR procedures and policies.
* Supports the business partner relationships and major tradeshow efforts.
* Supports the development of annual Marketing budgets.
* Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelors Degree in Communications,
Marketing or a related degree.
A minimum of five years experience in a marketing and communications role.
Experience with product marketing concepts and implementation is required.
Strong knowledge of Microsoft office products to include Power Point.
Working knowledge of the Internet and general understanding of web site design and content management.
Working knowledge of remote sensing,
GIS and photogrammetry is preferred.
Macromedia Dreamweaver experience is a plus.
Excellent time management skills and the ability to plan, organize, and effectively present data in various mediums.
Ability to perform multiple tasks, working under occasional short deadlines and just-in-time projects a must.
Excellent oral and written communications skills and ability to work in an interdisciplinary and inter-office environment with minimal direction.

TO APPLY: Submit your resume, cover letter and writing samples. Sanborn is an equal opportunity employer.
Sanborn
1935 Jamboree Drive, Suite 100
Colorado Springs, CO 80920
www.sanborn.com

(posted April 30)

SYSTEM ADMINISTRATOR
TELVENT MINER & MINER
FORT COLLINS, CO

System Administrator
Telvent Miner & Miner, is a world leader in the development and implementation of geographic information system (GIS) software for utilities. TM&M’s ArcFM™ Solution and extended services assist electric, gas, water and waste water utilities in increasing productivity, lowering costs, and improving services by allowing them to effectively manage spatial information. Founded in 1946 as a full-service electrical engineering firm, TM&M has been a strategic business partner of ESRI since 1987. This partnership has enabled TM&M to become the world’s leading developer of ArcGIS® applications for the utility industry. TM&M services include implementation, integration, and customization of software to fit the needs of individual utilities.

Position Summary & Major Responsibilities: This position is responsible for desktop applications support, especially for Lotus Notes and Microsoft Office. Installation, configuration, and troubleshooting tasks will be included, along with basic hardware and peripheral support. The Systems Administrator will work on prioritized tasks based on feedback and guidance from the Sr. Systems Engineer. Network support will be a requirement, with the goal of learning and providing backup to the Sr. Systems Engineer (primary source of network support.)

Duties & Responsibilities:

* Perform system upgrades, evaluate and install patches and resolve software related issues.
* Server and desktop hardware setup and configuration including RAID.
* Provide support for laptop computers and peripherals.
* Network systems support, including network/desktop security and VPN’s. Will include support for remote offices and traveling users as well.
* Track computer inventory.
* Complete tasks assigned by the Sr. Systems Engineer on a timely basis with minimal supervision.

Education & Experience Preferred:

* Bachelor of Science degree in computer science, management information systems, or engineering (or related field with computer emphasis). Relevant job experience will also be considered in lieu of a degree.
* 4 years experience in networking systems, including switches, hubs, routers, firewalls, WLAN’s.
* At least 2 years experience installing server and desktop operating systems and software.
* Microsoft Active Directory & IIS knowledge required.
* Citrix Server configuration and support preferred.
* Multiple UNIX platforms experience a plus.
* Solid communication skills.

TM&M offers competitive wages and benefits including life insurance, short and long-term disability coverage at no cost to employees, partially paid health and dental insurance for you and your dependents, tuition and training reimbursement, Section 125 plan, 401(k) retirement plan, Employee Assistance Program, paid holidays, vacation and sick time. TM&M headquarters offices are located in Fort Collins, CO. Additional locations are in Philadelphia, PA, Athens, GA, Vancouver, WA and Broomfield, CO. Applicants must pass a background check. For immediate, confidential consideration, qualified candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and salary requirements to our HR Department. If you would prefer to apply online, please go to our Resume Sender at www.miner.com or email Recruit@miner.com.

Telvent Miner & Miner
4701 Royal Vista Circle
Fort Collins, CO 80528
http://www.miner.com

(posted Apr. 30)

GIS ANALYST (Contract 12 mos. +)
TEKSYSTEMS
WYOMING

TEKsystems has a 12 month + contract position open in Wyoming. This person will travel quite a bit for Census work. We need a Technical GIS Analyst who has worked with a variety of systems. Experience in a Political environment is preferred.

We are looking for a Geographic Information System (GIS) analyst to manage the State of Wyoming’s implementation of the U.S. Census Bureau’s 2010 decennial census geographic programs and subsequent legislative redistricting plan.

This person should be primarily technical, as well as analytical. You will support the Legislature’s redistricting process, following the 2010 census. The individual would be responsible for preparatory GIS-related work pertaining to redistricting, to be done in cooperation with the U.S. Census Bureau and local and state governmental officials in Wyoming. Individual will report to the OCIO, working closely with the Economic Analysis Division and the Legislative Service Office and local county offices as well as State officials.

Duties include GIS database administration and maintenance, research and analysis, map creation, coordinating with local government officials and the U.S. Census Bureau, and consultation with legislators and legislative staff members responsible for the redistricting process.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree in geography, political science, community planning, or a related field and two years of relevant experience, or a Master's degree in geography, political science, community planning, or a related field.

We are looking for an individual that demonstrates:
· Expertise in a variety of GIS applications and systems.
· Ability to take vague requirements and produce results using GIS tools.
· Leadership and solid ability to communicate in developing the Wyoming Legislature’s technical response to redistricting with a variety of stakeholders.
· The ability to work independently and with a multi-disciplinary team.
· The ability to organize and manage his/her own workload and to determine preferred approaches to projects and problem solving.
· Excellent interpersonal skills. Must be able to collaborate with a variety of public officials and legislative staff members.
· Excellent oral and written communication skills.
· Experience/familiarity with geographic concepts and census data.

Travel to and from Wyoming counties is expected. Engagement may be greater than one year depending on funding.

Interested Candidates please send resume to Kelly Williams at kewillia@teksystems.com or call 303.412.2749.

WEED AND ASSET MANAGEMENT TECHNICIAN
CLEAR CREEK COUNTY
GEORGETOWN, CO

Great job for an aspiring GIS college student this summer: Temporary, full-time Weed and Asset Management Technician

Please see link for more information.

http://www.co.clear-creek.co.us/Jobs/WeedMgtTech%20032608.pdf

Local contact:
Matt Taylor
IT Division Director/GIS Director
Clear Creek County
Mapping Department
1111 Rose St.
P.O.Box 2000
Georgetown, Colorado 80444
Voice: 303.679.2356
Fax: 303.569.1103
mtaylor@co.clear-creek.co.us

(posted Apr. 10)

GIS TECHNICIAN / SPECIALIST
COMMERCE CITY
COMMERCE CITY, CO

GIS Technician or GIS Specialist
Job #548
Hiring Range: $43,578 to $55,665, depending on qualifications

Commerce City is seeking a GIS Technician or Specialist who is proficient in creating, editing, and maintaining geospatial databases and related tabular data. The incumbent will provide data analysis, modeling, programming, and technical support for City customers and will produce accurate, customized, visually attractive maps and reports.

Qualifications for GIS Technician include an Associates degree in Cartography, Geography, Computer Science, Planning, Engineering or related field emphasizing Geographic Information Systems plus at least two years experience with ESRI ArcGIS software (ArcInfo, ArcEdit, ArcMap, ArcSDE) in a Windows environment. Experience with ArcGIS 9x, ArcSDE/ArcServer, ArcView 3x is required. Working knowledge of CAD, GPS, COGO, and municipal data is strongly preferred.

Qualifications for GIS Specialist include all of the above plus a Bachelors degree and at least three years experience. At least one year of experience in GIS programming is strongly preferred. In addition, qualified applicants for GIS Specialist will have a basic understanding of SQL, Visual Basic Applications, ArcObjects and ArcScripts.

An equivalent combination of education, training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be considered. Incumbents must be able to work successfully in a team environment and posses a valid driver’s license.

To apply, submit a Commerce City application and resume referring to Job #548. The position is open until filled with review of applications beginning April 28, 2008. Applications are available online at www.c3gov.com or from Human Resources, 7887 E 60th Ave., Commerce City, CO 80022. Phone: 303-289-3624 and Fax: 303-227-8773.

Commerce City requires a pre-employment drug screen and background investigation for all positions.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Please direct all inquiries or questions regarding this position to Human Resources at 303-289-3624.

Local contact: Kirk Hayer
GIS Administrator - Information Technology - GIS Division
City of Commerce City
7887 East 60th Avenue
Commerce City, CO 80022
www.c3gov.com

(posted Apr. 10)

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OTHER RESOURCES:

Professional Development information from Cary and Associates:
http://www.caryandassociates.com/marketing_tools/professional_development.html

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 is sponsored by the NH Space Grant Consortium in partnership with NH GRANIT and the
University of New Hampshire Cooperative Extension.

GIS Job Finder Website:
http://www.gis-job-finder.com/

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.geoeye.com/corporate/jobs.htm

ITT VISUAL INFORMATION SYSTEMS, INC. (formerly RESEARCH SYSTEMS, INC. or RSI)
BOULDER, COLORADO
See http://www.ittvis.com/opportun/index.asp

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

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

(Supplemental list updated March 28, 2008)

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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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