There are 17 current job announcements posted!
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.

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* Listing #1:

CADD OPERATOR II
ENVIRONMENTAL PROFESSIONALS
GIS SPECIALIST
NETWORK ANALYST/SYSTEM ADMINISTRATOR
QUALITY ASSURANCE TECHNICIAN
PACIFIC WESTERN TECHNOLOGIES LTD.
LAKEWOOD, CO

Mission Statement
Pacific Western Technologies, Ltd., contributes to the success of our clients by providing high quality, responsive, technical and management services while maintaining the highest ethical environment for our employees and our business partners.

For descriptions of these positions, please see http://www.pwt.com/page2c_careers.html

Contact:
Cherie Terrel
IT Project Manager
Pacific Western Technologies, Ltd.
605 Parfet St. Suite 200
Lakewood, CO 80215
v 303.274.5400 ext.34
cterrel@pwt.com

(posted July 12)

* Listing #2:

TECHNICAL SUPPORT & SALES
ROCKWARE, INC.
GOLDEN, CO

Entry-level technical support and sales - General geology / environmental / geotechnical / GIS software

An entry-level, technical sales and support position for general geology / environmental / geotechnical / GIS software products is available immediately at RockWare, Inc. Primary responsibilities include phone and email pre- and post-sale technical support for software products related to environmental geology and geotechnical industries. Software programs will include RockWorks, LogPlot, ESRI ArcGIS and other related groundwater and GIS applications. This position will involve support, testing, and the maintenance of a technical support knowledge base. Applicant should be able to understand customer needs and recommend appropriate products and solutions.

Minimum Desired Skills and Experience

* MS-Windows experience
* Bachelor’s Degree in Geology with hydrogeology and GIS coursework
* Strong personal communication skills
* Ability to stay organized within a continuously interrupted work environment

Additional Desired Skills and Experience

* Environmental or geotechnical industry experience
* RockWorks, LogPlot, and/or ESRI software experience
* Familiarity with MODFLOW
* GIS and CAD experience
* IT / Network and Programming skills are beneficial

Position may expand to other responsibilities including:

* Training (in-house and on-site)
* Consulting (in-house and on-site)
* Demonstrations & Sales (phone, on-site, and tradeshows)
* Programming
* Preparation of training manuals
* Writing case studies
* Support forum maintenance

Interested, qualified applicants should fax their resume and salary requirements attention Human Resources to 303 278 4099,
or email to Human Resources at tr@rockware.com. Inquiries by phone will not be accepted.

(posted July 11)

* Listing #3:

TRANSPORTATION PLANNER
NORTH FRONT RANGE METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGANIZATION
FORT COLLINS, CO

North Front Range MPO
Classification Description
Salary Range - $42,040 - $60,960
Application deadline * July 31, 2006
Title: Transportation Planner - Regional Multi Modal
FLSA Status: Exempt

SUMMARY: Manages multi-modal transportation planning projects. Provides analysis and guidance on alternative modes of transportation, land use impacts and operations. Responsible for presenting information on the MPO's research and activities to the public and to technical staff with other organizations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The following duties and responsibilities are illustrative of the primary functions of this position and are not intended to be all inclusive.
Acts as team member for regional multi modal planning projects and operational programs.
Assists in the development and management of regional transit planning, rideshare, and vanpool budgets.
Conducts specific multi modal planning projects.
Works with consultants and a variety of local, regional and state staff on such projects as needed.
Performs technical analyses and implementation activities to support short and long-term multi modal transportation, local land use planning dialogues, and programming activities.
Coordinates efforts with the Transportation Improvement Program and the Regional Transportation Plan.
Coordinates activities with other MPO staff and technical and professional staff at outside agencies, universities, and local governments.
Prepares reports for presentation to MPO elected officials, other local agencies, and the public.
Provides technical support for community involvement programs.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
This position is not responsible for the supervision of regular MPO staff.

QUALIFICATIONS: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and abilities required to perform the necessary functions of this position.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Superior skills working with computer databases, software, and applications.
Knowledge of principles and practices of project management and project budgets.
Demonstrated ability to use GIS for presentation and analysis.
Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize.
Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
Demonstrated ability to plan, coordinate, and manage effective planning level public outreach.
Understanding of comprehensive and strategic planning and their required components.
Familiar with state and federal rules and regulations for multi modal transportation planning, administration, and operations.
Demonstrated ability to work on inter-disciplinary transportation, land use, and development planning projects.
Superior skills in managing multi modal planning projects including bicycle, pedestrian, and transit.
Knowledge of principles and practices of local government and regional transportation planning.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Bachelor's degree in Urban and Regional Planning, Geography, Civil Engineering, Public Administration or related field from an accredited college or university; plus a minimum of three years related experience, preferably in the public sector; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Work experience with an MPO is desirable. AICP certification desirable. Masters degree preferred.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents.
Ability to respond to inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.
Ability to write articles and other documents for publication.
Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, city, regional, and/or state officials.

REASONING ABILITY:
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Ability to devise plans, implement courses of action, and modify/revise plans based on experience and outcomes.
Ability to interpret a variety of technical information in mathematical or diagram form and deal with abstract and concrete variables simultaneously.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
Current driver's license

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
The work area is a standard professional office environment with travel to other locations for meetings. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions, fumes, or airborne particles, and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

For application information go to http://www.nfrmpo.org/

235 Mathews Street
Fort Collins, CO 80524
Main Phone: 970.221.6243
Toll Free (Colorado Only): 1.800.332.0950
FAX: 970.416.2406
(posted July 11)

* Listing #4:

GIS SPECIALIST
MONTANA DEPT. OF AGRICULTURE
HELENA, MT

Typical Duties: Provides GIS services and support to the department, responsible for the design,
development, implementation and continued management of the GIS program. Conducts GIS analysis,
prepares GIS applications, develops maps and associated documentation. Develops computer programs
using appropriate programming languages for GIS applications, designs and writes GIS computer
programs for verification of geographic and attribute data in GIS databases, designs and executes
GIS queries and analyses. Performs data entry, data verification and develops metadata for GIS
outputs. Uses ArcInfo, ArcView, ArcGIS and other software, Visual Basic and Java Script programming
language, a computer PC having a windows operating system and a variety of GPS equipment and other
related GIS software and equipment in meeting the department’s GIS needs.
Work in coordination with the department’s System Analyst to perform basic maintenance and
upgrades of computer workstation, operating system, GIS software and peripherals. Assists and
trains other departmental ArcView users to enhance their skills and abilities in basic GIS
applications.

Qualifications: Requires knowledge of the principles and practices of a variety of high-level
computer programming languages such as Visual Basic and Java Script. Requires ability to apply this
knowledge to diverse program areas to complete work projects. Requires skill in using ArcView and
ArcInfo and conducting queries in Oracle and Access databases. Knowledge of computer workstation
hardware, basic maintenance procedures, and computer network systems. Ability to design, test,
debug and implement GIS programs successfully to meet department program needs and complete work
projects. Knowledge of the concepts of spatial analysis and statistical methods to manage and
analyze geographic and database attribute data. Knowledge of Montana agriculture and basic natural
and environmental sciences desirable. Must have well-developed communication skills.

Please note that a Montana State Application Form must be completed and accompany all other required
documents as well as your response to the Supplemental Questions. Please visit the Montana State
Website at http://discoveringmontana.com/css/statejobs/statejobs.asp

1. Signed and completed State of Montana Employment Application.
Portions of the application may be photocopied if legible (see Page 1 for instructions).
2. Completed supplemental questions (see Attached Supplemental Questions).
3. Resume.
4. Copy of college transcripts.
5. Applicants claiming the Veteran's or Handicapped Person's Employment Preferences
(see State of Montana Employment Application, PD-25) must provide verification
of eligibility with the application materials.
6. Comply with the Montana Compliance with Military/Selective Service Act

Applications will be rejected for late, incomplete or unsigned application materials. Must be in
compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act:

Instructions: Please complete the following supplemental questions. Please limit your response to
four typewritten pages. Your responses will be viewed as a sample of your written communication
skills. This supplement is reviewed separately from the state application.

1. Please describe your experience within the last two years with GIS software, hardware,
programming and operating systems.
2. Please describe type of GIS applications or programs you’ve completed in the past 5 years.
3. Please describe projects you’ve worked on that demonstrate your knowledge and experience
with databases as they relate to GIS applications.

Additional Job Details.
Salary : Up to $40,000
Employment term : Full Time
Degree : Bachelors
Travel : Yes
Job level : Mid Level 2-6 yrs.

MT Department of Agriculture
PO Box 200201
303 North Roberts
Helena, MT 59620
agr.mt.gov/

(posted July 8)

* Listing #5:

SENIOR PROGRAMMER ANALYST
TUCSON ELECTRIC POWER COMPANY
TUCSON, AZ

Tucson Electric Power seeks a Senior Programmer Analyst to join our team. As part of our team, you
will design and develop large and complex IT solutions based on user requirements. Additionally, you
will assist IS personnel and business clients in the use of information technology and application
systems that are supported by IS.

Qualified candidates will have a minimum of four years e experience with GIS systems, requirements
analysis and a familiarity with MS Project, PowerPoint, Visio, Word and Excel. Experience with GE
Smallworld GIS, Electrical Distribution work, Work Management Systems (e.g. Worksuite/Logica) and
Asset Management Systems a plus. Programming skill in VB.Net with Oracle databases, Java, web
development and Magik programming desired. A Bachelor's degree in Management Information Systems,
Computer Science or a related discipline is preferred.

We offer a generous compensation and benefits package. See www.TucsonElectric.com for additional
details.

Please send your resume to:
Tucson Electric Power Company
Attn: J. Nevenhoven, DS 202
PO Box 711
Tucson, AZ 85702
United States
www.TucsonElectric.com

(posted July 8)

* Listing #6:

IMAGE ANALYST
SOFTCOPY PHOTOGRAMMETRIST/STEREO COMPILER
SALES REPRESENTATIVE
PIXXURES, INC.
ARVADA, CO

Softcopy Photogrammetrist/Stereo Compiler
Pixxures, Inc. is looking for a self-motivated individual to join a rapidly expanding photogrammetry
division and work with ADS40 imagery. Must be able to work a flexible schedule, night shift,
overtime.

Qualifications & Requirements:
BS Degree in geography, photogrammetry, GIS or related field or the equivalent combination of
training and experience.

Experience: Minimum of three years experience with stereo compilation, collecting planimetric and
topographic features on both large and small scale mapping projects. Creating/editing DEM's for
orthophoto generation, seaming, and performing quality control/quality assurance on
orthophotography. Aerotriangulation experience and experience with digital imagery processing is a
plus.

Specific photogrammetry software: LPS, Socet Set, ORIMA, ISAT, GPRO

General software: Linux, Win98/2000/NT4.0 and other directory management utilities, MS Word, Excel,
Adobe Photoshop and AutoCAD.

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Sales Representative
Pixxures, Inc. continues to experience rapid growth and seeks to add an
experienced sales representative to address the demand for our products and
services. We are seeking individuals who are self-motivated and bring
creative solutions to solving customers' problems. Pixxures provides
geospatial products and services to a wide range of markets. Applicants
must be familiar with GIS, Web mapping services and general mapping
applications, including the use of these products and services in
government, utilities, forestry, and natural resource management.
Competitive compensation and benefits package offered.

Qualifications and Responsibilities:
* BS (or higher) degree required, preferred in related field.
* Previous sales experience preferred and five years experience in GIS, mapping or remote
sensing related sales, account management and/or related activities.
* Ability to generate new business, project sales and meet revenue targets.
* Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to understand and assess customer needs and
requirements.
* Ability to develop and maintain strong business relationships with internal and external
customers and present Pixxures' products and services at seminars, tradeshows and other
events.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills and willingness to share your experiences
and creativity in a team-building environment.
* Travel required (client visits, industry conferences, sales meetings).
* This position will be based at the Company headquarters in Denver, CO.

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Salary commensurate with experience, excellent benefits including medical, dental, life insurance
and 401(k). Pixxures, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.

Please forward all resumes via mail, e-mail or fax to:
Pixxures, Inc.
Attention: HR Department
15000 W. 64th Avenue
Arvada, CO 80007

(posted July 8)

* Listing #7:

SOFTWARE ENGINEER
BUSINESS PARTNER/MARKETING COORDINATOR
MINER & MINER
FORT COLLINS, CO

Miner & Miner, a Telvent company, is a world leader in the development and implementation of
geographic information system (GIS) software for utilities. M&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.

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Software Engineer
Miner & Miner has a career opportunity for an experienced Software Engineer to work as a member of
our Product Development team.
Responsibilities
This individual will perform a variety of tasks relating to the design, development, testing and
documentation of applications for electric, gas, and water utility companies. This individual will
play a roll in the development of new tools and the enhancement of existing software. The ideal
candidate will have work experience/knowledge developing end user applications with C#, C++, and
Visual Basic.
Requirements
BS in computer science (or related field with computer emphasis)
Work experience/knowledge developing end-user applications with C#, C++, and Visual Basic
Knowledge of object-oriented programming techniques
Experience with a commercial RDBMS such as Oracle and SQL Server preferred
Experience with ArcGIS and other ESRI products preferred
Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills

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Business Partner/Marketing Coordinator
In coordination with the Chief Marketing Officer and other members of the Marketing & Sales team,
this individual will facilitate communication and coordination with our domestic and international
business partners, assist with implementation of strategic marketing objectives and provide general
marketing support for both the enterprise GIS market and the Telvent energy and water realtime
technology markets.

Job Summary:
Miner &Miner has a career opportunity for a motivated person to join our Sales & Marketing team in
our Ft. Collins, CO office. The BP/Marketing Coordinator will support the Chief Marketing Officer
and assist with the following:
Working with Business Partners to define business relationships
facilitate contract/agreement process
coordinate collateral and sales information
negotiate specific BP terms
Working with the M&M Marketing and Sales team on strategic marketing initiatives related to the
enterprise GIS utility and SCADA/real-time IT industry. Specific marketing items may involve
development of competitor analysis, references, press releases, advertising, collateral, and
tradeshows.

Requirements:
Experience in working in the utility or GIS community.
Strong negotiating skills.
Experience in marketing and business development.
A BS degree in Geography, Marketing, or Communications (or related field with computer emphasis).
Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills as well as client relations experience.

Ability to prioritize and manage multiple assignments effectively – proactive work style.
Attention to detail and problem solving skills.
PC skills – Word, Excel, Visio, Power Point, Internet search, Graphics
Experience implementing or using ESRI ArcGIS or related components is a plus.
Secondary language skills a plus

M&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, paid
holidays, vacation and sick time.

M&M headquarters offices are located in Fort Collins, CO. The Company also has satellite offices in
Philadelphia, PA, and Athens, GA.
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.

4701 Royal Vista Circle
Fort Collins, CO 80528

(posted July 8)

* Listing #8:

RADAR OPERATOR/TECHNICIAN
DATABASE ARCHITECT
FIELD DATA PROCESSOR
GIS ANALYST
ORACLE DATABASE ADMINISTRATOR
PRODUCT MARKETING MANAGER
SURVEY TECHNICIAN
INTERMAP TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
ENGLEWOOD, CO

Intermap Technologies was founded in 1996. Less than a decade later, Intermap has employees and operations worldwide that serve a growing digital elevation model (DEM) and geographic information system (GIS) marketplace.

Intermap is in the business of creating and licensing accurate digital descriptions of the surface of the earth through the use of our STAR mapping technology. We have acquired, and continue to build, a library of elevation data and imagery products that provide a precise and accurate digital model of the shape of the earth's surface at an unprecedented accuracy. These products serve a wide range of commercial, government, military and consumer applications.

The demand for detailed, accurate and low-cost digital topographic maps of the world has never been greater. And we've answered that demand with NEXTMap.

Our unique data acquisition technology enables us to quickly and affordably acquire large and continuous datasets, at night or in cloudy conditions. Through our NEXTMap program, we're acquiring complete and accurate map databases of entire countries - something never before undertaken on a commercial basis. Our data library currently features the national coverage of Great Britain, Jamaica, Puerto Rico, Indonesia, Solomon Islands and the island nation of Vanuatu. The data collection of the United States is currently underway, with initial collections in Mississippi, West Virginia, California and Florida.

Licenses to our elevation data and imagery products are available for purchase off-the-shelf and at a remarkably low cost. To make an on-line purchase, please visit the Intermap Store.

Intermap Technologies operates from offices in Denver, Calgary, Ottawa, Munich and Jakarta. Intermap stock is listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol IMP.

For details on currently open positions, see:

http://www.hr-dept.com/intermap/tools/cdms/browsecareers.cfm

Reese Roth, HR Manager
Intermap Technologies Inc.
400 Inverness Parkway, Suite 330
Englewood, Colorado, USA 80112-5824
303-708-0955
www.intermap.com

(posted July 1)

* Listing #9:

GIS TECHNICIAN - WILDFIRE MAPPING
REDZONE SOFTWARE
BOULDER, CO

RedZone Software of Boulder, CO is looking for a GIS technician with experience in wildfire mapping. This is a contract position. The technician must have experience in mapping fires using ArcGIS and other software. The technician must be available to travel nationally for periods of up to 14 days. If you have the necessary experience and are interested, please send resume to cwoodward@redzonesoftware.com. This position is open immediately.

Clark Woodward
RedZone Software
(303) 386-3955
cwoodward@redzonesoftware.com
3775 Iris Ave, Suite 2C
Boulder, CO 80301
(posted June 29)

* Listing #10:

ORACLE PORTAL DEVELOPER
SENIOR JAVA/J2EE DEVELOPER
SENIOR ORACLE APPLICATIONS DATABASE ADMINISTRATOR
SAGELOGIX, INC.
ENGLEWOOD, CO

For details on these positions, see http://www.sagelogix.com/company/careers

Christa Guerrieri
Managing Principal
SageLogix, Inc.
www.sagelogix.com
9100 East Panorama Drive, Ste 100
Englewood, CO 80112
Direct: 303-925-0108
Main: 303-925-0100
Fax: 303-265-9509

(posted June 29)

* Listing #11:

CSU RESEARCH ASSOCIATE/GIS PROGRAMMER
NATIONAL PARK SERVICE GIS DIVISION
COLORADO STATE UNIVERSITY
LAKEWOOD, CO

Position Title: Research Associate II (GIS Programmer)
Location: Lakewood, Colorado
Salary: $60,000 per year
Closing Date: July 14, 2006

Tour of Duty: Full-time (includes benefits) for one year with possibility of extension depending on project funding and performance. The position is funded entirely from federal sources under the NPS Cooperative Agreement.

Duties: Colorado State University (CSU) cooperates with the National Park Service (NPS), Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Division to develop and complete research and information management projects that benefit NPS and CSU. The GIS Division (GISD) is part of the National Information Systems Center in the Office of the Chief Information Officer, a Washington, D.C.-based program, located in Lakewood, Colorado. The GISD is responsible for planning and coordinating implementation of GIS to meet park and program management requirements for 390+ park units throughout the National Park System. In addition, GISD is responsible for the development, deployment, and maintenance of Service-wide databases and applications that allow park staff to utilize geospatial data and tools to support high quality and scientifically credible information products. The primary focus of this position is to develop, document, and maintain GIS and Global Positioning Systems (GPS) applications in support of mobile mapping, dynamic data exchange, and geodatabase integration among GIS field and enterprise services.

The incumbent's primary duties include:
1. Design, develop and maintain Service-wide ArcGIS and ArcPad applications including personnel geolocation and mobile Facilities Management Software System (FMSS) applications, using VB, VBA, VB Script, C#, Java, and/or XML/XSL with ESRI ArcObjects, scripts, and other software.
" Program ArcGIS and ArcPad scripts, extensions, interfaces, and stand-alone objects
" Program data exchange packages using appropriate programming languages and XML
" Develop/adapt MS Access databases to dynamically exchange data with GIS applications
" Develop guidelines and technical procedures for mobile GIS/GPS applications
" Provide technical assistance to other GIS/GPS developers working on NPS projects

2. Facilitate consistent data management techniques, technologies and integration with NPS, other government and non-government organizations:
" Coordinate data acquisition, processing and dissemination within GISD
" Facilitate consistent organization, access and protection of NPS data
" Provide technical support for systems analysis, programming, and database development
" Document database specifications and data dictionaries

3. Evaluate emerging technologies for mobile GIS and geolocation services within the existing data, hardware and software framework:
" Make recommendations for improved management of existing information systems
" Develop innovative techniques and flexible solutions to the challenge of managing
complex data sets from multiple sources
" Provide technical guidance and assistance for incorporating new technologies

4. Assume project lead and primary programmer role in development of NPS mobile GIS applications. This involves an understanding of all aspects and research requirements of the geospatial applications including personnel, program databases, existing applications, data requirements, data management protocols, GIS database models and software, metadata standards, Section 508 compliance and CSU cooperative agreements and projects.

5. Work and coordinate with NPS and CSU staff and assistants to document, duplicate, distribute, catalog, and archive geospatial research and program data and information products.

6. Share CSU and NPS expertise, data, and information resources with other researchers, cooperators, and staff working on NPS projects.

The incumbent's additional responsibilities include:
" Provide technical support for NPS GIS and GPS applications including integration with enterprise geodatabases.
" Provide training on GIS/GPS, programming languages, application development, and new technologies as requested.
" Work with and provide technical assistance for ESRI products, MS Access database applications, and other skills for NPS and CSU staff and cooperators working with geospatial information.
" Perform other duties as assigned by the project supervisors and cooperators.

Requirements:
-B.S. in GIS/Spatial Data Management or Computer Science or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Minimum of two years demonstrated experience in application development using VB, VBA, C#, Java, and/or another object-oriented programming environment.
- One year demonstrated experience in complex data exchange programming utilizing XML/XSL, SGML, tagged/structured text, or other interchange format(s).
- Minimum of two years demonstrated experience in ArcGIS and/or ArcPad programming for geospatial application development.

Desired Attributes:
-One year demonstrated experience utilizing mapping and/or geodetic grade GPS.
-Demonstrated experience in geospatial data analysis, conversion, rectification, and integration into file-based and geodatabase systems.
-Knowledge of MS Access, relational databases, and standard database Web interfaces (ColdFusion, JSP, .NET, or ASP), digital graphics, Web page publishing, and other computer-assisted, mapping, cartographic, or illustrating skills are desirable.
- Applicants must be enthusiastic, energetic, and committed to serving the needs of the CSU-NPS cooperative projects sponsored by GISD and its partners.

Supervisory Controls:
Incumbent's work is assigned and supervised by the CSU Principal Investigator in coordination with NPS GIS Division personnel.

Application Process:
Submit: (1) letter of interest; (2) current resume; (3) names, addresses, and phone numbers of three references; and (4) copy of college transcripts to: Sherry Caldwell (sherry_caldwell@partner.nps.gov), CSU-NPS Coordinator, National Park Service, 1201 Oakridge Drive, Suite 150, Fort Collins, CO 80525.

Applications will be considered until the position is filled; however, applicants should submit applications by July 14, 2006 for full consideration.

Colorado State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, color, religion, national origin, gender, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status or disability. The University complies with the Civil Rights Act of 1964, related Executive Orders 11246 and 11375, Title IX of the Education Amendments Act of 1972, Sections 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Section 402 of the Vietnam Era Veteran's readjustment Act of 1974, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, as amended, Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Civil Rights Act of 1991, and all civil rights laws of the State of Colorado. Accordingly, equal opportunity of employment and admission shall be extended to all persons and the University shall promote equal opportunity and treatment through a positive and continuing affirmative action program. The Office of Equal Opportunity and Diversity is located in 101 Student Services. In order to assist Colorado State University in meeting its affirmative action responsibilities, ethnic minorities, women and other protected class members are encouraged to apply and to so identify themselves.

Colorado State University is an EEO/AA employer, E.O. office: 101 Student Services.

For more information about working for CSU or the position contact:
Sherry Caldwell
sherry_caldwell@partner.nps.gov
CSU-NPS Coordinator
National Park Service
1201 Oakridge Drive, Suite 150
Fort Collins, CO 80525

* Listing #12:

GPS/GIS INTERN
COLORADO FOURTEENERS INITIATIVE
LEADVILLE, CO

Due to a family emergency, the GPS/GIS Internship position with the Colorado Fourteeners Initiative is open and needs to be filled!

Position Title: GPS/GIS Intern
Internship Location: Leadville, Colorado and statewide
Start Date: Immediate
End Date: September 30, 2005
Hours: 40+ hours/week
Internship Stipend: $1,000/month
Application deadline: Open until filled.

The Colorado Fourteeners Initiative (CFI) is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to protect and preserve the natural integrity of Colorado's 14,000-foot peaks through active stewardship and public education.

Description:
The GPS/GIS Intern reports to the CFI Programs Coordinators and the USFS Peak Manager and will be responsible for GPS data collection on existing, proposed, and completed routes on Colorado's fourteen-thousand foot peaks ("Fourteeners"). The GPS/GIS Intern will work out of the Leadville Ranger District office in Leadville, Colorado and will spend approximately 80% of work time in the field hiking at high altitudes on Fourteeners throughout Colorado to collect GPS data. Approximately 20% of work time will be spent in the Leadville Ranger District office correcting GPS data and creating map layouts in Arc 9.1. Map layouts are used for trail planning and design and for USFS NEPA analysis. Qualifications and responsibilities are listed below.

Qualifications:
Applicants must be in excellent physical condition; be willing to hike and perform work at high altitudes; be self-motivated and passionate about the outdoors; have extensive outdoor recreation experience and a strong conservation ethic; be proficient in topographic map reading; possess strong computer skills; have strong written and verbal communication skills; and demonstrate proven interpersonal and organizational skills. Applicants must be confident in backcountry hiking, camping, and mountain route finding, and should be proficient in compass use. Technical rock or ice climbing ability is NOT required. GIS and GPS application experience is highly desirable. Please specify which GPS and GIS systems you are familiar with and how you have used these systems. Training will be provided.

Responsibilities:
• GPS data collection of existing, proposed, and completed routes on Colorado's 14,000-foot peaks.
• GPS data collection of control points, construction stake locations, trail structures, and photo points.
• Use of Trimble GEO Explorer 3 or GeoXT with external antennae for GPS data collection.
• Use of Pathfinder Office and TerraSync software for downloading and differential correction of GPS data, correction of errant points, and data conversion.
• Use of Arc 9.1 to correct errant points, screen digitize additional Fourteener routes listed in Fourteener guidebooks, and create map layouts.
• Use of a digital camera to photograph before and after trail construction areas and restoration areas for restoration plans.
• Assist with GIS database development and management.
• Assist CFI Design Team and the USFS Peak Manager with trail design.
• Other tasks as assigned.

Work Schedule: In order to collect Fourteener route GPS data statewide and process this data in Leadville, Colorado, extensive travel—with a personal vehicle—as well as evening and weekend work is required. The GPS/GIS Intern's fieldwork is physically demanding and much of the work is performed at high altitude. Many nights are spent in a backcountry (camping) environment. Applicants must possess own camping equipment and a valid drivers license. Certification in CPR and/or Wilderness First Aid preferred.

Housing:
There is no formal housing available in Leadville, however there is lodging at a primitive yurt (no electricity, water or toilet) just 20 minutes south of Leadville. Cooking, shower, and bathroom facilities are located right next to the yurt in a Forest Service building.

Application deadline: Open until filled.

How to Apply:
The application deadline is open until filled. To apply for the internship, applicants should email a cover letter and resume to James Ashby james@14ers.org (303.929.4836). Phone inquiries are accepted, but as it is the height of field season, it is likely you will only be able to leave a message, and it may be a while until James is out of the field to return your call! Email is most reliable. Please provide several phone numbers to get in touch with you!

For additional information about CFI, please visit our website at www.14ers.org.

The Colorado Fourteeners Initiative is an equal opportunity employer
and encourages applications from people of all races, ages, sexual orientations,
and ethnic and religious backgrounds.

(posted June 28)

* Listing #13:

IT SPECIALIST
CO STATE UNIVERSITY/NATIONAL PARK SERVICE
FORT COLLINS, CO

Position Title: Information Technology Specialist (Colorado State University - Research Associate II)
Location: Fort Collins, Colorado
Salary: $46,000 to $60,000 (DOE)
Closing Date: July 31, 2006

Tour of Duty: Full-time (includes benefits) One year initial term with possible extension depending on performance and project location/funding. The position is funded entirely from federal sources under the NPS Cooperative Agreement.

Duties:
The Natural Sounds Program (NSP) is part of the National Park Service (NPS) Office of Natural Resource Science and Stewardship, a Washington, D.C. based office located in Fort Collins, Colorado. The NSP is responsible for assisting park units in preserving and monitoring natural soundscapes in national parks, and for developing acoustic monitoring and planning expertise in support of ongoing park soundscape management planning. The focus of this position is: 1) develop a relational acoustic monitoring information management system and populating it from legacy and ongoing datasets; 2) oversee the integration of non-electronic acoustic monitoring metadata; 3) create a GUI and database for an electronic metadata logging solution to replace written field logs. 4) participate in the development of automated data processing procedures.

The incumbent's primary duties include:
1. Become familiar with the design of a proposed data model for acoustic monitoring. Revise this schema, if necessary, attaining 3rd normal form and ensuring that NPS minimum metadata requirements are met.
2. Implement the data model in a SQL Server relational data management system.
3. Develop a means to collect acoustic data and meta data from about a dozen parks that have or had sound monitoring projects. Develop QA and batch processing procedures to move these data to the database.
4. Develop queries, views, and stored procedures to calculate summary statistics and other metrics for acoustic data.

The incumbent's additional responsibilities include:
1. Coordinate with other IT professionals in the organization to investigate the best technologies and appropriate security to implement a web-based application allowing NPS units or the public to query the acoustic datastore.
2. Maintain existing data processing applications written in VBA, Access 2003, and VB6.
3. Participate in the specification and development of other NSP automated data processing systems.

Requirements:
" Bachelors degree in the natural or physical sciences, computer science, information technology or a related field.
" Experience developing complex databases in MS SQL Server or a similar relational database management system.
" Experience managing large, complex datasets.
" Experience using SQL and at least one .Net programming language.
" The ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.

Desired Attributes:
" Database development experience using MS SQL Server.
" Training in acoustics or physics.
" Experience developing data centric web applications.

Supervisory Controls:
Position reports to the CSU Principal Investigator, working closely with the NPS Natural Sounds Program manager and staff.

Application Process:
Submit: (1) letter of interest; (2) current resume; (3) names, addresses, and phone numbers of three references; and (4) copy of college transcripts to: Sherry Caldwell, CSU-NPS Coordinator, National Park Service, 1201 Oakridge Drive, Suite 150, Fort Collins, CO 80525. Applications will be considered until the position is filled; however, applicants should submit applications by July 31, 2006 for full consideration.

Colorado State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, color, religion, national origin, gender, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status or disability. The University complies with the Civil Rights Act of 1964, related Executive Orders 11246 and 11375, Title IX of the Education Amendments Act of 1972, Sections 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Section 402 of the Vietnam Era Veteran's readjustment Act of 1974, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, as amended, Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Civil Rights Act of 1991, and all civil rights laws of the State of Colorado. Accordingly, equal opportunity of employment and admission shall be extended to all persons and the University shall promote equal opportunity and treatment through a positive and continuing affirmative action program. The Office of Equal Opportunity and Diversity is located in 101 Student Services. In order to assist Colorado State University in meeting its affirmative action responsibilities, ethnic minorities, women and other protected class members are encouraged to apply and to so identify themselves.

Colorado State University is an EEO/AA employer, E.O. office: 101 Student Services.
(posted June 28)

* Listing #14:

GIS SPECIALIST II
CITY OF GREELEY
GREELEY, CO

POSITION: Geographic Information Systems Specialist II
DEADLINE: July 22th, 2006
DEPARTMENT: City Manager’s Office & IT
SALARY: $19.00 - $21.04/hr + benefits

JOB SUMMARY: Within the IT department, under the direction of the Economic Development Manager as well as the GIS Manager, the G.I.S. Specialist II will perform advanced levels of GIS analysis, development, and management in association with the City of Greeley’s Economic Gardening Program. Responsibilities include project management of Economic Gardening requests in support of Economic Development manager’s market research as well as managing internships from the University of Northern Colorado Business School, liaison work between local business leaders and City’s Economic Gardening Program, detailed demographic research, database management, import and export of data, purchasing of third party business data, direct mail development, market trend analysis, customer profile reports, and the development of procedures and processes related to the dissemination of business data to local business leaders and City Council. Additional duties will also include the development of presentation graphic, hard copy and digital maps, mailing labels, and research reports. It will include off site visits to program partners, local business locations, and to business development seminars. Other GIS duties will include support of all external customer requests for GIS products, such as hard copy products, digital files, and general analysis.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE/SKILLS:

< Bachelor degree is required in GIS, Planning, Geography or related field.
< Minimum 3 years of experience with E.S.R.I’s ARCGIS software.
< Experience with database management and thorough knowledge of US Census demographic data is required.
< Demonstrated experience with business data analysis is desirable.
< Spreadsheet, database, and word processing operations under Windows NT/2000/XP.
< Excellent oral and written communication skills.
< Experience with project management is desirable.
< Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work and learn independently.
< Candidates should be flexible due to rapid prototyping and quick turnaround may be required.
< Strong graphic design and/or cartographic abilities.
< Strong analytical abilities with high degree of technical competence in analysis, design, and programming.
< Thorough working knowledge and understanding of cartographic rules and principles.
< Current drivers license with good driving record.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS - Must have ability to:

< Assist in day-to-day operation of the existing City’s Economic Gardening Program as well as the GIS program.
< Management and supervision of student interns.
< Communicate face to face, by telephone, and in written form with both individuals and groups
< Input data completely and accurately into a computer system using keyboards, scanners and from third party sources.
< Use blueprints, schematics, layouts, maps, and other visual aids.
< Comprehend and make inferences from written material.
< Good understanding of business terminology and data required for market analysis.
< Perform advanced level mathematical calculations.
< Operate a variety of computer equipment and software packages.
< Using GIS tools in conjunction with map graphics, map scale, and real-world coordinate systems develop and maintain GIS map products.
< Work under the guidance of the GIS Program’s standards to maintain existing or create new datasets.

CONTACT:
For more information and a City of Greeley Application contact the Human Resources Department
(970) 350-9777 ext. 200
www.greeleygov.com/hr

Local contact:
Brian Sullivan
GIS Manager
Information Technology - City of Greeley
1010 6th St. Greeley Colorado 80631
(970) 350-9787 (p) (970) 350-9302 (FAX)
Brian.Sullivan@greeleygov.com
http://www.greeleygov.com/gis

(posted June 23)

* Listing #15:

SENIOR ACCOUNT MANAGER
INFOTECH
DENVER, CO

Senior Account Manager – Western Region
Infotech Enterprises America, Inc. (Infotech), a 14 year old GIS services company formerly known as VARGIS, LLC, is a global geospatial consulting and professional services firm with an industry reputation for delivering complex geospatial solutions. Infotech provides a wide range of cost effective IT, GIS, and mapping services in the areas of software development, customization, data management and photogrammetry. Infotech’s US headquarters is located in Riverside, CA. For more information, please visit www.infotechsw.com.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The Senior Account Manager is responsible for handling local government projects west of the Mississippi.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
•Carries out sales activities on major accounts through personal and telephone contact as well as presentations. Ensuring target sales achievement and customer satisfaction.
•Identifies sales prospects; contacts existing customers and prospective customers to determine their needs and degree of interest and satisfaction with the Company products
•Develops a thorough understanding of the Company’s products, pricing and sales strategies
•Attends industry forums, tradeshows and other events as required
•Represents the organization in important external business relationships with major clients and joint venture partners so that the organization's image is reflected in the most positive manner and where such contacts are critical to the achievement of sales objectives

QUALIFICATIONS:
•Education: Degree in business is an asset
•Experience: Minimum of 2-5 years of sales and marketing experience in GIS data services, experience with Federal accounts is an asset
•Skills: Proven skills in general and strategic sales; effective communication, interpersonal, and customer relation skills

Compensation includes a competitive base salary, commissions, and corporate benefits.

Frequent domestic and North American business travel is an essential component of the sales process. Overnight travel will be required (Approx. 40-50%).

Relocation not mandatory but strongly preferred.

Position is available immediately.

If interested in this position, please respond with a copy of your resume and cover letter to IEA-jobs@infotechsw.com . Please indicate the position you are applying for in the subject line. Included should be your sales and salary history and desired salary or wage range.

(posted June 19)

* Listing #16:

TECHNICAL SALES ENGINEER
BOULDER SOLUTIONS, INC.
BOULDER, CO

Boulder Solutions Inc is looking for a highly motivated technical sales engineer to support sales on a technical level and
maintain product installations as lead customer support liaison for North America.

Responsibilities include:
* Provide customer support for all sales leads
* Respond to incoming product sales inquiries
* Perform product demonstrations, respond to technical questions
* Attend conferences, and recommend product features and enhancements
* Quota driven member of the sales team, ensure order fulfillment
* Coordinate with customer feedback with BSI's product development manager
* Assist customers with installation, training, and professional services.
* Maintain BSI web site content, specifically product descriptions, pricing, product delivery, customer and reseller landing pages

Qualifications:
* Excellent communication and presentation skills
* Working knowledge of Autodesk and ESRI products
* College Degree, preferably in GIS or related field, strong computer skills
* Basic GIS skills
* Windows 2000 Server or 2003 Server administration
* Self Starter

Qualified applicants should submit resume and salary history via email for consideration to:
Carm Mcduff
cmcduff@bouldersolutionsinc.com

(posted June 15)

* Listing #17:

LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT
THE TSR GROUP
DENVER, CO

TSR is looking for an experienced (3-6 year) landscape architect with ACAD and GIS skills. Site design and planning, competitive salary and benefits.

Local contact:
Carman L. Skeehan
The TSR Group
p 303.458.8554 x15
c 303.619.7708
f 303.295.0664
cskeehan@theTSRgroup.com

(posted June 15)

OTHER RESOURCES:

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 features career information and profiles of people who use geospatial technologies.
Since people with skills in geospatial technologies are needed in a wide variety of fields,
this site was developed to encourage and assist those interested in exploring career options.
It is sponsored by the NH Space Grant Consortium in partnership with NH GRANIT and the
University of New Hampshire Cooperative Extension.

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.orbimage.com/empl/index.htm

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_sanborn/careers.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 June 15, 2006)

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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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