There are > 16 current job announcements posted!
See also the supplemental listing of 17 cos./orgs. at the bottom and helpful info. for job seekers ...
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GIS ANALYST
S.M. STOLLER CORP.
GRAND JUNCTION, CO

The S.M. Stoller Corporation is advertising a GIS Analyst vacancy in Grand Junction , CO.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities (may include, but are not limited to):
# Under limited review, performs database and GIS services including data import, export queries and management.
# Performs GIS data analysis, compiling, creating, re-projecting, processing, spatial data analyses, QA/QC and map production.
# Works with data management specialists to analyze and dynamically display environmental and other types of data.
# Performs risk analysis, modeling, surface and subsurface contouring.
# Works as part of a project team to provide database and GIS tools and to prepare report deliverables and presentations.
# Maintains knowledge of various computer programs, platforms and functions to assist in data manipulation and visualization.
# Trains and mentors more junior staff.

Please see the company website for more information and to apply:
http://www.stoller.com/stoller2/opportunities.php

Local contact:
Carson Coates [carson.coates@gmail.com]

(posted Feb. 24)

BUSINESS ANALYST - GIS MANAGER
BOULDER COUNTY LAND USE DEPT.
BOULDER, CO

The Boulder County Land Use Department is seeking an enthusiastic, highly organized,
versatile individual who values teamwork to serve as a vital member of the
Land Use Department’s Management and Leadership Team.

See the full listing by searching at the Boulder County Jobs website:
http://www.bouldercounty.org/jobs

Closing date: March 11 at noon

Local contact:
Ken Ziebarth, AICP
GIS Manager, Boulder County Land Use Department
PO Box 471, Boulder, CO 80306-0471
303-441-3930
kziebarth@bouldercounty.org

(posted Feb. 24)

Four new jobs found on www.indeed.com:
(See note about indeed.com in Supplemental Listing below)

GIS Specialist
EDAW - Denver, CO
manager or a GIS Coordinator. The GIS specialist... GIS functionality. Serves as a team resource for analysis and program development with respect to GIS and...

.NET Developer- GIS ArcInfo ArcGIS Hand Held PDA
Kforce Professional Staffing - Denver, CO
headcount growth. Develop GIS related applications in... some GIS experience, knowledge, or training (required) Must have all of the above Pluses: GIS... $60,000 - $75,000 a year

IT Support, System Administrators Needed
Denver, CO
Windows, Unix/Linux,Phones, Video Conf, Cellular, e-Mail, LAN, Acct Admin, Fire GIS Data, Config Mgt, ESRI, Sys & Test Eng, Proj Mgt, Quicktime, Test Lab Ops...

NEPA/ Natural Resource Planner
Tetra Tech - Boulder, CO
or land use planning, biology, environmental science, cultural resources, GIS, or related field. Colorado and Front Range experience, advanced degree and/or...

(posted Feb. 20)

INTERNSHIP PROGRAM SEEKS COMPANIES to HIRE UNIVERSITY OF DENVER STUDENTS

For additional information about the Internship Program at the University of Denver, please contact:
Claudia Giannetti, M.A.
Internship Program Coordinator
Department of Geography
Division of Natural Sciences and Mathematics
University of Denver
303-871-2668
claudia.giannetti@du.edu

(posted Feb. 18)

DEVELOPMENT, PRODUCT MGT., SALES (multiple positions)
MAPQUEST
DENVER, CO

MapQuest is hiring! They have Development, Product Management, and Sales Positions open.
Most of the jobs will be located in Denver.

Tech Development
Mobile Senior Manager / Director
Mobile Architect
Principal Software Engineer
Front-end Principal Engineer

Product
UI Designer (Denver)
Mobile Product Manager (Denver)

Search for job listings at http://jobsearch.monster.com/

Local contact:
David Cole, Platform Services
dcole@mapquest.com

(posted Feb. 17)

SENIOR GIS TECHNICIAN
PREMIER DATA SERVICES
ARVADA, CO

Premier Data Services, a division of XeDAR Corporation (www.premierdata.com), an Arvada, CO-based provider of
innovative Geographic and Land Information systems, software, services and data, is seeking a full-time Senior GIS Technician.
This individual will work as part of a small production group to complete a variety of GIS projects for private and government clients. Projects vary from GIS editing and map production to quality assurance and parcel processing using Premier’s suite of commercial,
off-the-shelf software products.

Local candidates only, relocation not provided.

For more information, see http://www.geosearch.com/gis-jobs/job-detail.asp?JobID=10934

(posted Feb. 10)

Multiple federal govt. openings available with BLM, USFS, others in CO and other western states:

Search for job listings at http://jobsearch.usajobs.gov

Local contact:
Ray Postolovski
raypostolovski@hotmail.com

(posted Feb. 9)

BIOLOGICAL SCIENTIST (RESOURCE INFORMATION MANAGER)
US FOREST SERVICE
ASHLEY NATIONAL FOREST
VERNAL, UTAH

The Ashley National Forest will soon be advertising government-wide for the following position:
POSITION: Biological Scientist (Resource Information Manager) GS-401-11/12
LOCATION: Ashley National Forest Supervisor's Office in Vernal, Utah

Please respond by March 5, 2009.

The Ashley National Forest is located in northeastern Utah and southwestern Wyoming. A wide variety of terrain exists on the Forest, from expansive alpine meadows, crystal clear high country lakes, and rugged peaks to rolling sage covered hills. The diversity of the Forest, its spectacular scenery, and accessibility all contribute to its popularity among horsemen, hunters, hikers, ATV and dirt cycle riders, mountain bikers, fishing and all who love the out-of-doors.

If interested in this exciting and challenging opportunity please submit the enclosed Employee Biographical Sketch or a short resume to: Ashley National Forest, 355 North Vernal Avenue, Vernal, Utah 84078. Candidates should contact Kathy Paulin, Planning Staff Officer at (435) 781-5160 or by email at kpaulin@fs.fed.us.

POSITION DESCRIPTION:
This position is located in the Planning and Data Management Group of the Supervisor's Office. The incumbent serves as resource information specialist and Geographic Information System (GIS) Coordinator with full responsibility for the integration of natural resource information on the Forest. This includes the development, planning, programming, implementation, maintenance, operation and supervision of this program which is comprised of the Natural Resource Information System (NRIS), remote sensing, image processing, Geographic Information Systems, (GIS), management of Forest-wide natural resource information, and associated computer applications.

Potential candidates are welcome to call me with any questions they have.
Kathy Paulin
Planning Group Leader
Ashley National Forest
phone: (435) 781-5160
fax: (435) 781-5142
email: kpaulin@fs.fed.us

(posted Feb. 6)

Search for open positions at http://www.lockheedmartinjobs.com/jobsearch_all.asp

One example:
Req ID 109774BR
Industry Job Title: Embedded S/W Engineer
Standard Job Code/Title: E1292:Embedded S/W Engineer

Required skills: C / C++ software development.
Familiarity with object-oriented design concepts
Familiarity with Unix-like operating systems (Solaris and IRIX)
Familiarity with real-time applications.
Good teamwork skills; desire to work with high performance software development teams.
Desired skills Familiarity with code debuggers.
VxWorks real-time embedded software development experience.
Development experience with UML design tools.
Development experience with hardware - software interfaces.
Shell scripting tools such as Bourne shell, Csh, Perl / Tk, sed, awk, and gnu make utility on Linux / Unix development environments (including Solaris and IRIX hosts).
Problem solver who meets deadlines, communicates effectively, enjoys challenges, can work independently, and has the ability to learn quickly.

Specific Job Description:
Development of spacecraft simulation software and integration of simulation software in both a software-only simulation environment (Solaris) and hardware/software lab simulation environment (SGI IRIX and embedded processors vxWorks).
Standard Job Description Designs, develops, operates, and maintains software and firmware components and computing systems software to be applied to and integrated with engineering, scientific, and manufacturing requirements. Applies the appropriate standards, processes, procedures, and tools throughout the system development life cycle to support the generation of such engineering applications and products such as laboratory simulation systems, airplane flight control and display systems, avionics, mechanical and electrical systems, weapons armament, commercial and military aircraft systems, mobile and ground-based defense systems, space systems, and other systems and applications of this nature. Interfaces with customers, suppliers, application users, and other technical and support personnel.

Security Clearance: None
Typical Minimums: Bachelors degree from an accredited college in a related discipline, or equivalent experience/combined education, with 2 years of professional experience; or no experience required with a related Masters degree. Considered experienced, but still a learner.

For more info., go to: http://www.lockheedmartinjobs.com/

(posted Feb. 4)

TECHNICAL SUPPORT AND SALES
GENASYS INTERNATIONAL CORP.
DENVER, CO AREA

Genesys is an international geospatial and mapping services provider. Its 1000+ geospatial professionals provide value to a host of geo users on a worldwide basis. The company seeks to hire a self starter mapping professional resident in the Denver area for technical support and sales. Ability to sell and travel across the US will be essential. Looking for individuals with 4-5 years of photogrammetry and remote sensing production and sales experience

Contact:
Col J Jacob VSM (Retd)
Director Photogrammetry, Mapping and Remote Sensing Division
Genesys International Corporation Ltd
Prestige Terminus 1,
HAL Airport Exit Road,
Bangalore - 560 017, INDIA
Telephone: 91.80.25229736
Facsimile: 91.80.25229838
E-mail: jakes.j@igenesys.com
Website: www.igenesys.com

(posted Jan. 27)

GIS ANALYST
SHAW GROUP
DENVER, CO

The following are GIS openings at Shaw. All of the GIS positions are classified as IMS, though not all IMS openings are GIS.
Openings have a minimum of six years demonstrated work experience.

http://www.recruitingsite.com/csbsites/shawinternet/JobDescription.asp?SiteID=10382&JobNumber=593958
http://www.recruitingsite.com/csbsites/shawinternet/JobDescription.asp?SiteID=10382&JobNumber=573820

I anticipate there will be additional postings over the next quarter.
If you would like to check periodically see the following link:

http://www.recruitingsite.com/csbsites/shawinternet/careers.asp
Keyword: IMS.

Shaw™ a world of Solutions™
www.shawgrp.com

(posted Jan. 26)

MAPPING DESIGN DRAFTER
CONTRACT ENGINEERING SERVICES
DENVER, CO

Immediate opening for a Mapping Design Drafter
Ideal candidate will possess the following attributes associated with natural gas pipelines and route surveys:

7-10 years experience completing all Mapping, Alignment, and miscellaneous GIS drafting functions using 2- and 3-D CAD software; AutoCAD Map required, BlueSky AlignDB a plus
Thorough knowledge and experience with ArcGIS
Working knowledge of pipeline requirements for onshore pipeline routes, including alignment sheets, crossing permit drawings, property plats and survey data is required
Familiarity with applicable codes and standards for onshore pipeline alignment sheets will be an advantage
Ability to complete deliverables for the detailed design phase of a project; ability to work in the field assisting construction personnel with the engineering design work and as-built work
Capacity to gather route and technical data from survey data, topographic maps and aerial photography
Successful candidates will be strong team players capable of working within tight budgets and deadlines to ensure a quality mapping and pipeline design.

This is a permanent position located in Denver.
Other openings are anticipated for 2009.

For more information or to send a resume:
Helen Mann
hmann@cesdenver.com
(posted Jan. 15)

FIRE SCIENTIST, SYSTEMS ANALYST / PROGRAMMER
S&K AEROSPACE
MISSOULA FIRE SCIENCES LAB
MISSOULA, MONTANA

Fire Scientist
Description: S&K Aerospace is seeking a Fire Scientist to assist the Fire Program Analysis project at the Missoula Fire Sciences Laboratory in Missoula, MT. The Fire Program Analysis (FPA) project requires evaluation of the simulation model for the large fire component of the program. The program requires oversight of an expert in fire simulation modeling and data handling. The Fire Scientist will assess current status and accuracy of the large fire simulator in FPA. This will involve calculating average burn probabilities from gridded model outputs, summarizing average burn probabilities by fuel type, and comparing observed historical fire size distributions with modeled results. This will need to be done for all Fire Planning Units (FPUs) in the western U.S. Candidate will also provide input on the results of the accuracy assessment to the Interagency Science Team (IST). The results will be distributed to the science team as requested and briefings or summaries of the conclusions interpreted for the IST.

Qualifications: Minimum of a Masters degree in the physical or natural sciences. Proven ability to interface with client and software team personnel in using and evaluating fire simulation models (e.g. FARSITE, FlamMap, FSPro.) Personal references and documentation indicating past publications on fire modeling and fire assignments using these models for decision support are required. Demonstrated excellence in the subject matter area including wildland firefighting, GIS, Fire Behavior and Growth Models, and spatial data access, manipulation and assessment. Proven abilities in verbal and written communication skills. Ability to define and communicate research and data required to support simulation models. Capability to perform statistical analysis and prepare summaries on research results. Position is contingent on contract award. This announcement remains open until filled. This position is located at the Missoula Fire Sciences Laboratory in Missoula, MT, and anticipate placement of jobs in January 2009.
Please send resume, cover letter, and salary expectations to S&K Aerospace, Inc., 63066 Old Highway 93, Suite B, PO Box 399, St Ignatius, MT 59865 or by e-mail to contact below. No phone or e-mail inquiries, please. S & K Aerospace, Inc. is an AA/EEOC/American Indian Hiring Preference employer. S&K Aerospace offers outstanding benefits. Contact: irufe@ska-corp.com

Systems Analyst/Programmer
Description: S&K Aerospace is seeking a Systems Analyst/Programmer to assist the Wildland Fire Decision Support System (WFDSS) at the Missoula Fire Sciences Laboratory in Missoula, MT. The WFDSS is a U.S. Govt. interagency project evolved from the need to streamline and improve these decision-making processes, as well as take advantage of improvements in technology, fire modeling, and geospatial analysis. The Missoula Fire Laboratory provides consultation, algorithm and model development, and prototype interface segments. The Systems Analyst/Programmer will develop algorithms based on spatial and time series statistics of spatial fire weather patterns that can be used to generate artificial gridded weather sequences that preserve the spatial and temporal correlations. Candidate will evaluate practical methods for using the algorithms along with current weather observations to fulfill the intention of eventually generating any number of simulation scenarios at a continental (conterminous United States) scale.

Qualifications: Minimum of a Masters degree in Computer Science or Mathematics with emphasis in Statistical Methods. Minimum 2 years experience in developing and interpreting time series and spatial correlation statistics. Minimum 3 years experience in C++ programming. Minimum 3 years experience in the R or S+ statistical programming languages and Working knowledge of the Python programming language. Demonstrated ability to design, code, test, and deploy interface segments to other systems. Position is contingent on contract award. This announcement remains open until filled. This position is located at the Missoula Fire Sciences Laboratory in Missoula, MT, and anticipate placement of position in February 2009.
Please send resume, cover letter, and salary expectations to S&K Aerospace, Inc., 63066 Old Highway 93, Suite B, PO Box 399, St Ignatius, MT 59865 or by e-mail to contact below. No phone or e-mail inquiries, please. S & K Aerospace, Inc. is an AA/EEOC/American Indian Hiring Preference employer. S&K Aerospace offers outstanding benefits. Contact: irufe@ska-corp.com
(posted Jan. 15)

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OTHER RESOURCES:

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

Helpful Suggestions from Ken Turnbull, founder of Rocky Mtn. Rogues network:
On Reading and Asking Questions:
I often exchange emails or talk to the younger set on advice for getting a job. I try to focus on having candidates TALK LESS of their own skills, talents, and wonderfulness... and LISTEN MORE to answers to their "intelligent and insightful" questions they ASK potential employers. This enables the job seeker to understand the problem(s) to be solved. The task is to package yourself on-the-fly, to be "part of the solution the employer is seeking". (They already have lots of "wonderful people"... and they still have problems.)
Impressing employers can be more easily done by "quality of questions", rather than by "I am wonderful because ..." statements.
(Trust me on this one!)
And don't forget to read, read, read -- every day.
("Avid reader" always looks good on a resume and the investment of time will be well worth it.)
On Business Cards:
I have used VistaPrint in the past; they are free (except for shipping) and they are good.
I recommend you print your "individual" business card, unaffiliated with any company, and carry them with you.
Whereas handing out a resume can be rude and creates the wrong impression, a simple business cards says "I know the process."
A b-card is NOT a piece of promotional sales literature; it is a convenient means to convey your contact information (KISS).
But, you can use it to expand or narrow the responses you receive.
If your title is really "President," no one will talk to you; make it "Principal" or "Partner" or "Owner;" this opens the door.
If you specialize in one function, state what it is: "Technical Writer or Web Developer," etc.; this qualifies people.
If you are a generalist, provide a definition: "Regional Marketing Manager or Branch Manager;" this means you are approachable.
Avoid "Consultant," as it is often synonymous with "unemployed."
If you want to generate conversation, use "Entrepreneur" or "ROGUE;" it invites the question.
But, if you don't have your response path practiced and polished ... don't do this!
Ken Turnbull (303)790-7070 ken@kenturnbull.com

GeoSearch, Inc. Website for Job Seekers and Employers:
http://www.geosearch.com
We specialize in GIS, GPS, Photogrammetry, Remote Sensing, and related sciences.
We have the largest geospatial resume database available. Take advantage of our network today!

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/

GIS Data Depot Website:
http://careers.geocomm.com/

Job Search site searcher:
http://www.indeed.com/intl/en/about.html
Indeed.com is a job search engine searcher (Uber-Searcher?) so you can enter your keyword(s) in one place
and it will scour the internet to find those jobs on at least all the popular job finding engines and a few esoteric ones as well...
You state What [GIS] and Where [optional] and then you get an email summarizing what has been found.

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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.

COLORADO SPACE COALITION
List of CO Space Related Companies - http://spacecolorado.org/about-us/members.html

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/Company/Careers.aspx

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

ROCKY MTN. INFORMATION MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION

Education and networking opportunities for IT professionals.
http://www.rmima.org/index.htm

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 Corp.)
BOULDER, COLORADO
See the web sites for job descriptions: http://www.vexcel.com, http://www.microsoft.com

(Supplemental list updated Feb. 18, 2009)

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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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