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New: A Geospatial Careers website is now available online.
See the supplemental listing below for the URL.
GIS CONTRACTORS (6 mos. +, security clearances required)
AEROTEK
LITTLETON, CO
Objective: The objective of this contract is to provide the Program with
individual or individuals capable of supporting a Map Study.
Supplier Tasks: Aerotek shall provide the labor necessary to support their
customer in the recommendation for an enterprise wide Mapping Application
for the Air Force Distributed Common Ground Station (AF-DCGS).
Aeroteks subcontractor shall assist engineers in documenting the
operational functions associated with the display and manipulation of
geographical information with the AF-DCGS. The contractor shall assist
in the mapping of those functions to GIS features, capabilities, and performance.
The contractor shall assist engineers in evaluating candidate applications
for applicability to AF-DCGS mapping requirements. Evaluations could be
based on vendor-supplied data, data gathered from independent sources,
or installation and manipulation of evaluation copies of candidate applications.
Aeroteks contractor shall be familiar with mapping applications,
Graphical Information Systems (GIS), three-dimensional visualization and
have experience with available GIS Products such as Google Earth, ArcGIS,
or STK. Experience with the Solaris 10 Operating System is desirable.
Security Requirements: Applicants selected will be subject to a government
security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access
to classified information. This means all applicants MUST have a DOD Secret
or higher-level clearance or it needs to have been active within the last
24 months for us to process.
Period-of-Performance (POP): A base period of performance shall commence
upon the definitization date of this contract for a period of 6 months,
with an optional 3 months. This has the potential to go direct based on
performance and overall fit.
Experience Level: 2+ years or more experience to be considered.
Compensation: Highly competitive rate; Based on experience level. We
offer comprehensive benefits to include medical, dental, optical, and
optional 401k.
If you are interested and would like to be considered, please contact
Katie Webb at 303-224-4472 or email: kwebb@aerotek.com. Please include
an updated version of your resume, along with a personalized cover letter
briefing us on your qualifications.
Andy Jochems
Business Development
Aerotek Aerospace & Defense
2000 S. Colorado Blvd, Ste. 2-150 | Denver CO 80222
Office: 303-224- 4551| Cell: 303-589-6889
mailto:ajochems@aerotek.com
(posted Oct. 16)
GIS ANALYST/ADDRESSING COORDINATOR
ROUTT COUNTY GIS
STEAMBOAT SPRINGS, CO
GIS Analyst/Addressing Coordinator: Hiring Range $4,236 to $4,534 per
month, plus an excellent benefit package. Ideal candidate will have experience
with the ESRI suite of products including ArcGIS Desktop\Workstation and
ArcServer\SDE along with a knowledge of physical addressing conventions
and standards and a familiarity of E911, emergency response and law enforcement
uses of GIS data. In addition, applicants should have advanced GIS analysis
skills; knowledge of relational databases such as SQL Server; understanding
of GIS Principles. Applicant should be familiar with GPS technology and
its GIS integration. The successful applicant will be innovative, self-motivated;
have strong customer service and problem solving skills; ability to work
both independently and as team member; comfortable dealing with the public.
Familiarity with local government GIS operations is a plus. Applicants
must have the ability to acquire a valid Colorado Drivers License within
30 days of hire. Deadline: Position open until filled. Submit cover letter,
resume, application, and three references to Personnel, Attn: GIS Analyst\Programmer,
P. O. Box 773598, Steamboat Springs, CO 80477 or to gkalow@co.routt.co.us.
Routt County Personnel is now located at 136 6th St. (first floor of the
Annex, east side). Routt County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Local contact:
Robert Felinczak
GIS Coordinator
Routt County GIS
PO BOX 773598
Steamboat Springs, Co 80477
robert@co.routt.co.us
(posted Oct. 14)
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST
NCDC IMAGING
COLORADO SPRINGS, CO
Overview: NCDC Imaging is looking for a full-time Business Development
Specialist (Inside Sales) to support revenue growth and client relations
for our state-of-the-art Remote Sensing and GIS solutions company.
Description: The ideal candidate will have a natural resource
GIS background and excel in all aspects of the sales cycle from lead generation
to proposal development to contract administration, have a fundamental
understanding of natural resource management (planning, forestry, natural
resources, environmental sustainability) and familiarity with remote sensing
GIS applications, with an aspiration to lead an organization through
superior performance.
Job Description
We are looking for a hard working, energetic candidate that has a strong
desire to learn, can handle multiple tasks, meet deadlines and can effectively
develop new business & client relationships using innovative remote
sensing GIS applications. With the companys contract service
revenue nearly tripling from 2007 to 2008, this is an opportunity to be
an important member of a successful sales team.
Tasks will include drafting sales letters, managing & monitoring
sales/marketing campaigns, educating clients on NCDC solutions through
multiple media formats, developing proposals based on an understanding
of clients needs and the companys innovative remote sensing
GIS solutions, administering contracts and communicating NCDCs
mission to a wide range of industry sectors. Some client-prospect and
trade show related travel will be required but is not expected to exceed
20% - 25% of your time.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in related field (GIS, remote sensing, natural resource
management); 3-5 years of successful sales CRM experience including
lead generation, customer service and proven sales track record; Well-written
and well-spoken with an engaging personality & presentation style
NCDC Imaging is an equal-opportunity employer and with a commitment to
maintaining its position as a leading edge of Remote Sensing & GIS
technology company.
Criteria
Education Level: Bachelors
Security Clearance: None
Career Level: Experienced (Non-Manager) Min. Career Experience (yrs):
3 years
Compensation and Terms
Compensation Method: Salary (D.O.E) Employment Term: Full Time. Base Salary:
$30,000 to $40,000, plus participation in sales incentive programs. Benefits:
Full plan including 401K match.
Please send resumes and cover letters to Ian Hanou, Vice President of
Business Development, via email at ihanou@ncdcimaging.com.
Jason San Souci, GISP
Executive Vice President & COO
NCDC Imaging & Mapping
Office: (719) 579-9276
Mobile: (719) 232-1461
(posted Oct. 11)
REMOTE SENSING / GIS SPECIALIST POSITION
NEW MEXICO STATE UNIVERSITY
USDA-ARS JORNADA EXPERIMENTAL RANGE
LAS CRUCES, NEW MEXICO
Position is for 1 year, with possible extension contingent upon funding
and performance. Salary is commensurate with education and experience.
Valid drivers license required, some travel required.
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Remote Sensing, GIS, Geography, Natural
Resources, Environmental Science or Engineering.
- Three years job related experience required with 2 years in Remote Sensing
data processing; and experience with soils, vegetation, or geomorphology
field classification.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experience with remote sensing / GIS software is required (Erdas Imagine,
Leica Photogrammetric Suite, ESRI Suite, ENVI, eCognition, Feature Analyst,
etc).
- Experience with digital photogrammetry and programming experience in
the remote sensing/GIS environment preferred.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Process and analyze satellite imagery, aerial photography, ground-based
plot photography and Lidar data.
- Analyze and integrate remotely sensed, GIS and GPS data, and assist
researchers with image processing tasks.
- Orthorectify and mosaic aerial photography and hyperspatial UAV imagery.
- Assist with field data collection.
BENEFITS:
New Mexico Educational Retirement, Social Security, Unemployment and Workers'
Compensation, Annual and Sick Leave, Group Medical, Dental and Hospital
Insurance and Life Insurance.
Offer of employment contingent upon verification of individual's eligibility
for employment in the United States. All offers of employment, oral and
written, are contingent on the university's verification of credentials
and other information required by federal law, state law, and NMSU policies/procedures,
and may include the completion of a criminal history check.
NMSU is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer.
REPLY TO/DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS:
Dr. Albert Rango
USDA ARS Jornada Experimental Range
P.O. Box 30003, MSC 3JER
Las Cruces, NM 88003
Telephone: (575) 646-2120
email: alrango@nmsu.edu
Review of letter of interest, including resume or vita, unofficial transcripts,
names, addresses and phone numbers of three references will begin: October
6, 2008 and continue until position is filled.
(posted Sept. 30)
ADJUNCT PROFESSORS
COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS DEPT.
UNIVERSITY OF DENVER
DENVER, CO
The Computer Information Systems (CIS) department in University College
at the University of Denver is seeking qualified applicants to teach the
following on campus CIS courses:
1. Object Oriented Databases
2. Network Security
3. DB Recover and Backup
Sample syllabi with course descriptions are available by contacting Prof.
Hick.
Candidates must meet the following criteria:
Master's Degree required, minimum 5-7 years of relevant work experience.
Terminal degree and adult education teaching experience highly desirable.
If you, or someone you know, is qualified and interested in being considered
to teach these courses, please contact my program assistant Amy Feldman
at 303-871-4013 or via email at amy.feldman@du.edu for further information.
Applications can be submitted via the University of Denver jobs web site
at http://www.du.edu/hr/employment/jobs.html where you will find a vacancy
announcement for Adjunct Faculty University College.
Steven R. Hick
GIS Director
Department of Geography
University of Denver
2050 East Iliff Avenue
Denver, CO 80208
303.871.2535
www.geography.du.edu
Visit www.giscolorado.com to stay connected to Colorado's GIS Community!
(posted Sept. 23)
COORDINATOR
COLORADO DATA SHARING NETWORK
THORNTON, CO
Coordinator for the Colorado Data Sharing Network
Background
The Colorado Watershed Assembly (CWA) is seeking a Coordinator to manage
the Colorado Data Sharing Network and provide administrative assistance
to the Colorado Water Quality Monitoring Council (Council).
CWA is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit advocate for citizen conservation groups
promoting community-driven leadership through cooperation, communication,
and consultation. Their goal is to network information and resources from
government agencies to communities so that local efforts are focused on
local initiatives.
The Council is a statewide collaborative body, open to all, whose mission
is to help achieve effective collection, analysis and dissemination of
water quality data and monitoring information. The Council seeks to improve
the linkage between information needs of policy and decision makers with
efforts to collect and assess data and to promote effective monitoring
programs.
The Colorado Data Sharing Network (CDSN) was formed by the Council in
2004 in an effort to solve many of the historic barriers to effective
sharing of water quality data in Colorado. The CDSN has three primary
components: (1) a water quality data management system, modeled after
EPA STORET; (2) an interactive web-based map that provides a graphical
presentation of the information stored in the data management system;
and (3) a state-wide outreach campaign that provides user trainings and
user support.
Job Description
Under the general supervision of CWA, the Coordinator will be responsible
for all aspects of CDSN. The Coordinator will also provide administrative
assistance to the Council including fiscal accounting and will be required
to participate in and assist in preparation and documentation of Council
Leadership Team, Technical Advisory Team, and Outreach Team meetings.
This position calls for a self-motivated and versatile individual with
excellent organizational, public speaking, and database skills. This is
a part-time position (approximately 20 hours per week) and includes opportunities
to work from home and to have a flexible schedule. A working vehicle and
valid Colorado drivers license are required.
Responsibilities
The Coordinators primary responsibility is the implementation of
the CDSNs nonpoint source grant by meeting the goals and deliverables
outlined in the CDSN Work Plan. Items included in the work plan include,
but are not limited to:
Serve as primary liaison with CDSN users including agencies, watershed
groups, local governments, utilities, and special districts
Coordinate with Water Quality Control Division to identify and
gather nonpoint source grant program datasets and upload to system/STORET
Provide support for data generators to format and upload their
datasets sets to CDSN regional STORET Warehouse using CDSN data templates
Operate, maintain and update map, database structure, function,
products, services and support material, including identifying needs and
strategizing to enhance both products.
Update data system and mapping tool training materials, CDSN Outreach
and Sustainability Plans and CDSN outreach and marketing information as
needed
Organize and facilitate annual nonpoint source and other CDSN training
sessions
Oversee CDSN transition to WQX
Track and maintain donations, participants, and Council mailing
lists
Be a liaison with any CDSN subcontractor to negotiate and monitoring
such contracts
Track and administer the CDSN budget and submit monthly bills and
status reports to Council as per the current fiscal agent agreement (renewed
annually), in concert with the fiscal agent
Prepare semi-annual nonpoint source grant reports, and/or other
financial reports as needed
Assist with Council data calls, outreach efforts, SWAPs and sponsorship
drives as requested
The Coordinators ancillary responsibilities entail the administrative
support for the Council. This may include, but is not limited to:
Assist Executive Committee annual work plan, budget and fundraising
targets
Assist Executive Committee in coordinating Leadership Council meetings,
including setting the agenda, facilitating meetings, posting minute notes
and tracking participation
Build public support for the Council/CDSN
Maintain Council Website (cwqmc.coloradowatershed.org)
Desired Education and Skills
Education: Bachelors degree in Water Resources, Natural Resources,
Environmental Science, Watershed Science, Biology, Information Technology,
or a related and appropriate degree or equivalent experience
Skills
A. Must be proficient with MS Excel and MS Access
B. Knowledge of database management highly desirable
C. Experience with STORET, GIS, desktop publishing and web design
D. Must possess excellent organizational, public speaking and financial
management skills
E. Knowledge and understanding of aquatic ecosystems and water chemistry
preferable
Compensation: $18/hour starting salary and a laptop computer
Application Information:
Please include the following information in your application package:
A one page cover letter that answers the following questions:
o Why is this position attractive to you?
o What do you bring to the position, tasks and skills for the position?
A resume that includes references, previous employers and their
contact information
For further information and consideration, submit application package
to Vic Lucero, Council Co-Chair by September 29, 2008.
Vic Lucero
City of Thornton Water Resources Division
12450 Washington Street
Thornton, CO 80241
vic.lucero@cityofthornton.net
(303) 255-7771
(posted Sept. 22)
GIS DATA ANALYST
NORTHRUP GRUMMAN / BLM
FEDERAL CENTER
LAKEWOOD, CO
Description:
Provide knowledge in all aspects of GIS relational database design and
development, including data requirements definition, analysis, implementation
and documentation. Assist in the development and documentation of conceptual,
logical and physical data models using tools such as entity relationship
diagrams. Perform GIS data analysis as requested. Support Geospatial Metadata
creation and management. Review documentation for BLM as requested. Suggest
improvements to Data Standards development process. A basic knowledge
of ESRI software and data requirements is preferred.
BS in a physical science or computers
One to Three years of related work experience
The requirements are not hard-and-fast. The location for the position
is at the BLM offices at the Denver Federal Center in Lakewood (6th Avenue
& Kipling).
Please feel free to give my contact information (would prefer email
contact) to any group list or other potential candidates.
Lorena Creely
GIS Data Analyst
Northrop Grumman Information Technology
U.S. Bureau of Land Management
M-Th: (303) 236-2695
F: (720) 470-0768
Fax: (303) 236-1981
lorena_creely@blm.gov
(posted Sept. 18)
GIS/DBS SYSTEMS ANALYST
ARAPAHOE COUNTY
ENGLEWOOD, CO
Arapahoe County has a job opening in the Public Works Mapping
Section for a GIS/DBS Systems Analyst. If you are interesting in this
position and would like to review the requirements and apply for this
position, you can fill out an application online through the Arapahoe
County website at www.co.arapahoe.co.us
under the Jobs Career Opportunities link.
Debbie Vaughn
GIS/DBS Group Lead
Public Works & Development - Mapping Section
720-874-6688
dvaughn@co.arapahoe.co.us
(posted Sep. 12)
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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/
GIS Data Depot Website:
http://careers.geocomm.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 August 14, 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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