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NEW: See our supplemental listing of 15 cos. at the bottom; a helpful guide for job seekers ...
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* Listing #1:

CARTOGRAPHER III
ALASKA DEPT. OF NATURAL RESOURCES
FAIRBANKS, ALASKA

Alaska Department of Natural Resources Cartographer III GIS position located in Fairbanks, Alaska is open for recruitment nationwide until May 6, 2005. To apply visit www.jobs.state.ak.us and view Workplace Alaska and enter job title and location.

Local contact:
Marc Lee
907-451-2601

(Closes May 6)

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* Listing #2:

NATURAL RESOURCE DATABASE MANAGER (BIOLOGICAL SCIENTIST)
US FOREST SERVICE
RIO GRANDE NATIONAL FOREST
MONTE VISTA, COLORADO

Closes May 4.

See attached MS Word file for details.

Local contact:
Bruce F. Short, CF
Biological Resources Staff Officer
Rio Grande National Forest/SLV Public Lands Center
1803 West Highway 160, Monte Vista, CO 81144
(719) 825-6225 cell (303) 819-6901 fax (719) 825-6250
bshort@fs.fed.us

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* Listing #3:

GIS DATABASE ANALYST
TOWN OF CASTLE ROCK
CASTLE ROCK, COLORADO

The Town of Castle Rock is currently seeking a GIS Database Analyst. For more information on the position, please visit the Town of Castle Rock Human Resources Web page: http://www.townofcastlerock.org/SectionIndex.asp?SectionID=23
and follow the link to current job openings.

Description: The Town of Castle Rock has an outstanding career opportunity for a Geographic Information System (GIS) Data Base Analyst in our organization.

Under general direction of the Chief Technology Officer, the purpose of the position is to coordinate the overall support, development and administration of Town databases with specific emphasis on interaction with GIS data. Work includes coordinating user requirements with system capabilities and establishing and implementing system policies, procedures, and standards. Work also involves SDE database and ArcIMS website administration for GIS. Technical skill only gets you half way there. Excellent interpersonal communication skills including the ability to listen and convey information in a plain and common descriptive manner is important to our high customer service expectations. We value teamwork, cooperation, quality problem solving, and expect our staff to uphold these values.

Generally a bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field; supplemented by three (3) years of previous experience or training that includes experience in databases and GIS technology; or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Experience with Microsoft SQL server is required and the following is highly desired: Database technologies including Access, Oracle, DB2; HTML, XML, JAVA, Visual Basic and MS .Net programming languages; ESRI based GIS software specifically ArcIMS and ArcSDE.

Local contact:
Bobbie Peters
GIS Administrator
Town of Castle Rock
303-660-1391
bpeters@crgov.com
www.crgov.com
(Posted April 26)

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* Listing #4:

MAP PRODUCT SALES SUPPORT REP.
NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC SOCIETY
EVERGREEN, COLORADO

Go to http://www.townofcastlerock.org/SectionIndex.asp?SectionID=23 for details.

(Posted April 22)

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* Listing #5:

ENGINEER
LOCKHEED MARTIN CORP.

Applicant must be (a) easy to work with, (b) flexible and can work well in a high-paced, fast changing environment. Technically if they have background in SAR and/or GMTI processing or performance analysis - that would be perfect. And of course, clearances (DOD Secret or above) really help.

Specific Description
IMINT IPT Engineer Description: This individual will work the requirements analysis, design, development, integration and test of the IMINT product components, which include SAR/GMTI, EO/IR, streaming video, MTI and HSI sensors. Work end-to-end from apertures to reporting and understand the system engineering, development and procurement processes to close requirements, design, implementation and integration to produce the SAR/GMTI and EO/IR subsystems. Responsibilities include (1) ensure the IMINT requirements, design, development, integration and test of the IMINT sensor suite meet or exceed the IMINT system requirements, architecture and standards, (2) support Size Weight Power and Cooling requirements of the Air IPT if requested, (3) coordination and resolution of requirements and design issues with the IMINT IPT Lead Engineer as needed, (4) engineering analysis and technical interaction with SEIT and other IPTs for product generation. Experience: Requires knowledge and technical experience for hardware and software requirements analysis, design, development, integration and test of ISR systems, preferably airborne tactical ISR. Must have good technical skills as well as communication and skills with local and remote development teams. Demonstrated capability and experience with IMINT systems is required. Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

General Position Description
Performs technical planning, system integration, verification and validation, cost and risk, and supportability and effectiveness analyses for total systems. Analyses are performed at all levels of total system product to include: concept, design, fabrication, test, installation, operation, maintenance and disposal. Ensures the logical and systematic conversion of customer or product requirements into total systems solutions that acknowledge technical, schedule, and cost constraints. Performs functional analysis, timeline analysis, detail trade studies, requirements allocation and interface definition studies to translate customer requirements into hardware and software specifications.

Typical Minimums
Bachelors degree from an accredited college in a related discipline, or equivalent experience/combined education, with 9 years of professional experience; or 7 years of professional experience with a related Masters degree. Considered an emerging authority.

To apply, contact Ken Turnbull at ken@kenturnbull.com or (303)790-7070
(Posted April 24)

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* Listing #6:

SOFTWARE ENGINEER
SENIOR PROGRAMMER ANALYST
SYSTEMS SUPPORT SPECIALIST
IHS ENERGY
ENGLEWOOD, COLORADO

For details, visit http://www.ihsenergy.com and select "About IHS Energy" and "Employment"
(Posted April 15)

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* Listing #7:

GIS DRAFTING TECHNICIAN
YUMA COUNTY
WRAY, COLORADO

Yuma County is searching for a GIS Drafting Technician. Need to have knowledge of GIS concepts, including projections. This position performs analysis and support of the GIS and computerized database functions of Yuma County Government, including map development, additional GIS applications, network design and maintenance. Experience or classes in Auto CAD 2002 or 2005; Land Desktop 3 or 2005; or AutoCAD Map 2002 or related software essential. The position requires a GED and at least one year of education or experience in mapping. Knowledge of SQL and IT a plus. Documentation of training required.

Candidate must express a willingness to learn, work independently and within a team. Must have excellent communication (written & verbal), technical, organizational skills, and perform well with minimal direct supervision. Salary: Commensurate with experience and qualifications. Great benefit package. Yuma County is an equal opportunity employer.

The applications submitted by May 1, 2005 will be reviewed at that time; the position will remain open until filled. Applications and job-related information may be obtained from the Yuma County Administrative office, 310 Ash St. Suite A, Wray, CO 80758. Phone 970 332 5796.

Local contact: Jim Martin
gis@co.yuma.co.us
(Posted Apr. 11)

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* Listing #8:

GIS/REMOTE SENSING SPECIALIST & GIS ANALYST (2 positions)
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY EXPERTS, INC.
FORT COLLINS, COLORADO

Position a:
Fort Collins Forest Service
Masters or PhD, 5 yrs experience in the application of GIS and statistical techniques.
Demonstrated advanced analyses of natural resource issues while utilizing GIS and
raster data (including remote sensing) and statistical techniques
(e.g. differential equations, logistics, rates of spread, etc)
Knowledge of ESRI Arc products and statistical software packages such as S-Plus and
ArcGIS Spatial Analyst is required. Experience with SDE and/or ArcIMS a plus.

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Position b:
Corvallis, OR (preferred location; may also be possible to work in Fort Collins)
GIS professional with hands-on experience with ArcGIS, ArcIMS, ArcSDE, ArcView, ArcObjects, MapObjects, Oracle Spatial (topology, network, geocoding) and their programming API's.
Experience in desktop, client-server, and mobile applications.
Able to work in Windows, DOS, AIX, and Linux HP-Unix operating systems. Knowledge of C/C++, Java, C#, VB or VB.NET. Broad experience in every aspect of GIS chain, including data creation, conversion, analysis and dissemination. Knowledgeable and experienced in all phases of GIS implementation, including user needs assessment, data preparation, analysis, mapping, application development and establishing GIS workflows. Technical knowledge of Oracle Spatial (9i and 10g).
Knowledgeable and experienced in setting up and managing servers such as Oracle, ArcSDE, Tomcat, Oracle JServer, Oracle 9iAS, Microsoft IIS, Netscape Enterprise Server, JMS. Experienced and have a thorough understanding of internet technologies such as HTML, JSP/ASP/Servlets, and web applications interfacing with databases is desirable, but not essential.

To apply for either position, contact:
Gail Meisinger - Human Resources Administrator
Information Technology eXperts, Inc.
2120 South College
Fort Collins, CO 80525
970-282-7333 x104
970-282-3764 - fax
gmeisinger@itxfc.com
(Posted Apr. 5)

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* Listing #9:

RESEARCH ANALYST
OPERATIONS STAFF (all levels)
SENIOR CONFIGURATION MANAGEMENT ANALYST
INTERMAP TECHNOLOGIES
ENGLEWOOD, COLORADO

For details about these opportunities, visit Intermap's web site at www.intermap.com and click on the 'Corporate' tab, then the 'Careers' tab.

Contact:
Greg Hoffman
Director, Human Resources
Intermap Technologies, Inc.
400 Inverness Parkway, Suite 330
Englewood, CO 80112
office-720-974-3270
ghoffman@intermap.com

(Posted Apr. 11))

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* Non-specific listing:

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"

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/Careers/COSCareers.htm

SPACE IMAGING
THORNTON, COLORADO
Visit the web site for complete details: http://www.spaceimaging.com/corporate/jobs.htm

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

VEXCEL CORPORATION
BOULDER, COLORADO
See the web site for job descriptions: http://www.vexcel.com

(Supplemental list updated Feb. 4, 2005)

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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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