Send your job openings and announcements or positions you are seeking
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Dept. of Labors High Growth Industry Profile
- Geospatial Technology -- *New*
http://www.doleta.gov/brg/Indprof/geospatial_profile.cfm
There are > 9 current job announcements posted!
See also the ADDITIONAL RESOURCES section at the bottom, including
a supplemental listing of 17 cos./orgs.
and other helpful information for job seekers ...
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DATA MANAGEMENT / GIS DATA ANALYSIS
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY
DENVER, CO
Seniors Age 55 and older to support the EPA ($12.72/hour plus benefits)
The Senior Environmental Employment (SEE) program offers unique opportunities
in the Denver area for individuals age 55 or older to support the U.S.
Environmental Protection agency through a grant sponsored by the National
Older Worker Career Center (NOWCC). Apply today by visiting our website
and following the application steps, www.nowcc.org.
Duties: 36 hrs/wk
Provides support to Data Team on contract lab data tracking, GIS routine
data management, and records management for contracts.
Also manages tracking of travel, training funds and leave.
Performs reviews, audits and completeness checks for Contract Laboratory
Program (CLP) data deliverables to ensure compliance with national policies
and requirements. Assesses and recommends document disposition and follow
up action to EPA. Coordinates with field support contractors and data
validation contractors to ensure laboratory chains of custody remain valid.
Work requires experience with laboratory data deliverables, chains of
custody, basic chemistry, and written regulation/guidance. 30%
Performs GIS based assessment to determine accurate locations for regulated
facilities as part of the Comprehensive Environmental Responsibility,
Compensation and Liability Information (CERCLUS) new site registration
process. Researches and assesses quality of submitted facility locations,
processes routine results and advises EPA on difficult interpretations.
Work requires advanced computer and GIS tool use, and implementing strategic
processes. 25%
Performs records, document and technical reference material management.
Assesses and recommends management procedures, evaluates options, and
implements records management structure for program wide contract records,
technical correspondence and research source materials. Work requires
familiarity with content and purpose of all records and documents, technical
scientific understanding of programs and issues, attention to details.
15%
Performs support of scientific databases to EPA. Provides recommendations
on data content to EPA, performs data entry and data quality control,
recommends and advises EPA on data quality and use. 15%
Manages travel for all program staff, supports time and attendance records
keeping and other routine administrative support. 15%
Other:
In-house training on GIS tools
In-house training with scientific data manipulation and management
In-house training on Contract Laboratory Program (CLP) data requirements
In-house training on statutory requirements for document and records management
Qualifications:
BA/BS Degree in Environmental Science or related degree. OR Minimum of
10 year(s) of experience in governmental program implementation, computer
skills, interpersonal communication.
Strong computer skills
Basic skills with GIS tools and concepts
Background and familiarity with required laboratory practices
Attention to detail and accuracy of work
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Experience required with Windows, Typewriter, Facsimile, Copying Machine,
MS Word, MS Excel, MS Access
To apply, please visit our website www.nowcc.org ; complete and submit
an "Initial Application Form" along with an updated resume to
303-238-2542 (fax) or email. Please specify on the application which position
you are applying for; (CO-684). Must be 55 or over to apply. EOE
Location: Denver
Compensation: $12.72/hour plus benefits (health/dental insurance, sick/vacation
leave, federal holidays, flexible schedule and more).
(posted Feb. 1)
CADD / GIS TECHNICIAN / MANAGER
FE WARREN AIR FORCE BASE
CHEYENNE, WYOMING
JOB REQUIREMENTS: CADD Technician/Manager: Associates degree or
higher in Computer Aided Drafting and Design (CADD) and a minimum of 3
- 5 years applicable CADD experience with civil engineering and architectural
design drawings. Associates Degree can be substituted with additional
years of experience. Direct experience providing architectural and engineering
CADD support to an active Air Force installation is preferred. Must have
applied expertise in developing CADD drawings from hard copy drawings
and plans, importing/editing/converting existing CADD files, importing/exporting
drawings to/from geographic information systems, and developing CADD files
from engineering design packages.
Perform global positioning system (GPS) surveys using Trimble hardware/software
products, performing post-processing of GPS data, and importing corrected
data into AutoCAD/GIS may also be required. Knowledge of Air Force and
Department of Defense (DoD) special data/CADD standards is a plus. Ability
to successfully integrate into and create a customer-orientated relationship
with clients (Air Force installation, Major Command, and related agencies),
colleagues, and other contractors is a must. Provide assistance in preparing
briefings, specialized drawings requested by customers, and other requested
support. Must be proficient in AutoDesk AutoCAD, AutoDesk Civil 3D, Microsoft
Office, including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Access. Proficiency
in ESRI ArcGIS software and Trimble GPS data collectors and software is
also preferred, but not required. Motivated self-starters requested.
JOB DESCRIPTION: CADD support services will be provided on-site at F.E.
Warren AFB, Wyoming. Services will be provided in support of the Civil
Engineer Programs flight, in the technical services section. Regular interface
will be required with engineers, architects, construction project managers,
and program management. Support tasks will require knowledge of Air Force
and DoD spatial data/CADD standards.
Requires the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
Please apply online and submit references with resume and salary requirements.
EOE M/F/D/V
Location: FE Warren AFB, Cheyenne, WY
Compensation: salary commensurate on experience
job-kzpyn-2191547816@craigslist.org
(posted Feb. 1)
POST-DOC RESEARCH ASSOCIATE
MICHIGAN TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY
HOUGHTON, MICHIGAN
Post-Doctoral Research Associate in Geospatial Modelling of Forested
Watersheds
The School of Forest Resources and Environmental Science at Michigan
Technological University is seeking a Research Associate to develop geospatial
mapping models for address key questions about the relationships between
forest composition and climate change on the hydrologic outputs of Great
Lakes watersheds. The successful applicant will develop mapping models
that generate predictions of forest composition, biomass and disturbance
at the scale of small to large watersheds, utilizing USDA Forest Service
Forest Inventory and Analysis (FIA) data. As the expected two and a half
year project proceeds, these model estimates will be linked to existing
databases for climate and watershed hydrology to explore relationships
between forest dynamics and watershed output. Eventually, user interfaces
will be developed allowing researchers and the public to fully utilize
the FIA data for such watershed scale investigations.
A background in GIS/RS and geospatial modelling/spatial statistics is
required. Experience in forestry, hydrology, ecosystem science, or soil
science is ideal but strong interest will suffice. Familiarity with US
Forest Service FIA data is also desirable. Proficiency in spoken and written
English is necessary.
Michigan Tech is one of the premier Forestry and Environmental Science
Universities in the United States. The School of Forest Resources and
Environmental Science has been ranked fourth in the nation for scholarly
productivity among forestry schools, and first in North America based
on citations per faculty member. Well-established partnerships with the
USDA Northern Research Station and the Northern Institute for Applied
Climate Science enhance opportunities for scholarly collaboration. The
university is located in the Houghton, Michigan near the shores of Lake
Superior, and offers superb outdoor recreation opportunities in a modern,
safe small city community. The heavily forested Lake Superior basin is
ideally suited for the proposed work linking forest responses to management
and climate to watershed scale hydrologic responses and their subsequent
downstream impacts on the Great Lakes.
The anticipated start is Spring 2011. Salary will be commensurate with
education and experience and Michigan Tech offers excellent benefits.
Interested persons should send transcripts, one-page statement of professional
interests, curriculum vitae including names and contact information for
two references, and any other relevant materials to Dr. Robert Froese
by email at froese@mtu.edu.
Michigan Tech is an equal opportunity educational institution/equal opportunity
employer.
Contact:
Robert Froese, PhD, RPF
Associate Professor, School of Forest Resources and Environmental Science
Michigan Technological University, Houghton, MI 49931 USA
Email: froese@mtu.edu; Voice: 906-487-2723; Cell: 906-370-7285; Fax: 906-487-2915
(posted Feb. 1)
BIOLOGICAL TECHNICIAN (part-time, seasonal bird surveys)
ERO RESOURCES CORP.
DENVER, CO
ERO Resources Corp. seeks a temporary, part-time seasonal biological
technician in their Denver office. Primary duties include conducting avian
point count surveys in northeast Colorado. Other duties may include conducting
mountain plover, burrowing owl, and other wildlife surveys. This position
will require a minimum of 64 hours per month from April through October
2011. Exact start and end dates to be determined. There is the possibility
of additional work, depending on availability and skills of applicant.
The following are required qualifications:
Excellent birding (including raptor identification) skills, good
vision and hearing
Ability to estimate distances and flight heights
At least one season of experience conducting point counts of breeding
birds
Familiarity with birds of shortgrass/midgrass prairie
Ability to take detailed field notes and record data accurately
Ability to work independently
Ability to communicate effectively with project managers, clients,
landowners, and other field technicians
Valid drivers license
Capable of hiking rugged terrain
Ability to read topographic maps and use GPS technology
Other desirable experience or skills:
BA or BS degree in Biology
Experience surveying for burrowing owls, plovers, or other sensitive
species
To apply, please send the following to ERO at opportunities@eroresources.com
by Tuesday, March 15, 2011:
1. Cover letter stating why you are the best candidate for this position.
2. Resume with dates of employment.
3. Three references with phone numbers of contacts that can describe your
qualifications.
No phone inquiries please. Only potential candidates will be contacted.
ERO Resources Corporation is an equal opportunity employer.
For more information visit our website at www.eroresources.com.
(posted Jan. 29)
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE SPECIALIST
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE SENIOR WATER QUALITY PLANNER
MONTANA DEPT. OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
HELENA, MONTANA
The following positions are currently posted for recruitment for the
Montana Department of Environmental Quality:
Environmental Science Specialist position 53100593
Closing Date: 2/4/2011
Download
job announcement here
Environmental Science Senior Water Quality Planner position
53122005
Closing Date: 2/14/2011
Download
job announcement here
Please feel free to distribute the attached vacancy announcements as
you see fit.
Thank you!
Karol Anne Davis
Human Resource Assistant
MT Dept. of Environmental Quality
Phone: 406.444.4218
Fax: 406.444.5330
(posted Jan. 20)
GIS TECHNICIAN
LEONARD RICE ENGINEERS
DENVER, CO
Leonard Rice Engineers, Inc. (LRE) is a consulting-engineering firm,
providing services and expertise related to the planning, management,
and development of water resources. We are currently seeking an entry-level
GIS technician (0 to 2 years professional experience).
Job Description:
Create report quality maps using base maps and hydrologic data sets. The
successful candidate will use ESRI desktop software to perform GIS map
creation and spatial data processing for a wide variety of water projects.
Requirements:
Experience with ArcGIS desktop software, Microsoft Office, and proficiency
in map design/creation, georeferencing, heads up digitizing, data management,
importing/exporting data, spatial analysis, editing databases, working
with map projections, and creating tables and charts. Candidate must be
professional, detail oriented, dedicated to continual learning, capable
of managing time, have strong communication skills, and knowledge of geology,
hydrology, or other environmental sciences is preferred. A college degree
is preferred.
Benefits:
We offer a competitive salary and benefits program that includes medical,
dental, vision, life, flexible spending account, long and short term disability,
long term care, and 401(k) plan.
If you meet the requirements above and are interested in this position,
please submit your cover letter and resume to employment@lrewater.com.
Leonard Rice Engineers is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
(posted Jan. 26)
SENIOR GIS APPLICATION DEVELOPER
DENVER, CO
Successful Denver firm is seeking a Senior GIS Application Developer for
a 6 month contract with the possibility of extending.
Responsibilities for this opportunity will include the following:
Working in partnership with other development personnel to develop
and document GIT applications to serve internal employees and external
customers.
Developing applications in the ESRI platform, including ArcServer
& ArcSDE.
Preparation of detailed application support documents.
Development in Silverlight, ArcObjects, and .NET.
Acting in a team lead role.
Fostering and maintaining good relationships with customers and
IT colleagues to meet expected service levels.
The candidates must meet the following minimum requirements:
Graduation from a four-year college or university with a degree
in computer science or related field; or equivalent education.
5 years experience developing business applications with
desired exposure to both thick and thin client environments.
HTML, XML, SQL, SDE, Silverlight, ArcMap, and ArcServer are musts.
Candidates must be able to develop applications that integrate
with external systems using TIBCO technology.
Experience developing applications that store data in SDE on Oracle.
Candidates must have complete understanding of the full life-cycle
of software development processes, including documentation, training,
testing and deployment.
The ability to communicate verbally and in writing with all levels
of employees and management, capable of successful formal and informal
communication, speaks and writes clearly and understandably at the right
level.
Please note: This is a 6 month (with possibility of extending) 1099 contract...
Compensation: $55.00 to $65.00 per hour 1099
job-edymr-2160793319@craigslist.org
(posted Jan. 26)
GIS / CLIMATOLOGY / WIND ENERGY
DENVER, CO
We are a leading global engineering, consulting and construction company
specializing in infrastructure development in the fields of energy, water
and information. We are seeking out an individual to provide wind engineering
related design, analysis and studies for domestic or international wind
energy projects from our Denver Wind Energy Office.
Primary responsibilities will include performing wind resource analysis
related assignments for domestic and international projects. Areas of
emphasis may include: utility-scale wind farms, community wind systems,
distributed wind and offshore wind projects.
The position will involve:
1. A thorough understanding of wind project siting/development, general
wind turbine design/function and industry-standard resource assessment
techniques is required.
2. Experience in developing specifications and siting of wind measurement
systems, including planning & execution of installations.
3. Experience in the statistical analysis of wind data, including raw
time series data validation and instrument troubleshooting/diagnostics
is required.
4.Field experience in performing or facilitating the maintenance of wind
data measurement systems is required.
5. Contribute to the authorship of reports, studies and proposals.
Position may also require assisting with the development, planning, coordination
and management of all aspects of wind energy projects.
Minimum Qualifications: BS Degree in engineering, physics or meteorology
from either an ABET accredited program in the USA or its foreign equivalent.
Must have the Engineer-In-Training EIT certification or its foreign equivalent.
Minimum of 3 years of experience performing wind resource assessments
related duties.
Experience with GIS, climatology analysis and wind farm design software
is required.
job-tnjms-2168403591@craigslist.org
(posted Jan. 26)
SUMMER INTERNSHIPS (paid)
ESRI
REDLANDS, CALIFORNIA
Applications are now being accepted for Esris Summer Internship
Program and the Esri UC Student Assistantship Program. Details
are available at http://www.esri.com/careers/category/summer-programs.html.
Both programs provide great work experience as well as opportunities to
network with professional GIS users and explore career options.
Internships are paid positions at Esri headquarters in Redlands,
CA and a few of the Esri Regional Offices. Internships are open to both
undergraduate and graduate students. Positions are available in a variety
of areas, including Product Development, Professional Services, Educational
Services/Training, Marketing, and Technical Support. Positions are generally
12 weeks long, starting between May and July, depending on the students
schedule and hiring teams needs.
Deadline to apply is March 18, 2011.
The UC Assistantship Program provides students an opportunity
to participate in the International User Conference in San Diego, July
11-15, 2011. Students work part of the time, and have time to attend sessions
and network with conference attendees. Esri provides conference registration
and lodging (students pay for their own travel to San Diego). This program
is open to graduate students and 4th year undergraduate students attending
a college/university in the U.S.
Deadline to apply is April 1, 2011.
Esther Worker
eworker@esri.com
ESRI Denver Education Account Manager
1 International Ct
Broomfield CO 80021
303.449.7779 ext 8216
1- 800-447-9778 ext 18216
For information on ESRI software and services: http://www.esri.com
ESRI Education Community Portal: http://edcommunity.esri.com
http://www.esri.com/4-H
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ADDITIONAL RESOURCES:
Dept. of Labors High Growth Industry Profile - Geospatial Technology
http://www.doleta.gov/brg/Indprof/geospatial_profile.cfm
Ten Things to Do When Looking for a Job, from Forbes Magazine:
http://www.forbes.com/2009/04/29/jobs-interviews-resume-leadership-careers-basics.html?partner=yahoofpappsf%20%20
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.
Rocky Mtn. Information Management Association:
Education and networking opportunities for IT professionals.
http://www.rmima.org/index.htm
US Govt. Jobs Website:
http://www.usajobs.opm.gov/
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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
RAYTHEON
Go to http://www.rayjobs.com
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 Nov. 19, 2010)
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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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