There are 13 current job announcements posted!
NEW: See our supplemental listing of 15 cos. at the bottom; a helpful guide for job seekers ...
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NEWS FLASH!!
The November issue of Geospatial Solutions features an article by Tina Cary about how
"you are the marketing director of your career." This article is essential reading for every
geospatial professional and student, and is now available online:
http://www.geospatial-online.com/geospatialsolutions/article/articleDetail.jsp?id=211131

For more information, contact:
Tina Cary, PhD
President, Cary and Associates
Marketing consulting in the geotechnologies
tcary@caryandassociates.com

* Listing#1:

ADMINISTRATIVE ANALYST/GIS CRIME ANALYST
DENVER POLICE DEPARTMENT
DENVER, COLORADO

Administrative Analyst (Crime Analysis)
City and County of Denver
The City of Denver Police Department is hiring seven civilian crime analysts.

The Denver Police Department currently has position vacancies for Administrative Analysts (Crime Analysis). This position performs analysis of crime reports and statistics to describe crime trends, identify significant crime events, series and patterns, presents findings in written and oral format, uses mapping and other presentation and statistical software, works closely with district officers, detectives and supervisory and command officers, maintaining appropriate confidentiality of materials read and produced.

Qualified applicants must possess a Baccalaureate Degree in Criminal Justice, Crime Analysis, Public Administration, Business Administration, Operations Research or a related field as well as two years of experience performing crime analysis at a federal, state or local law enforcement agency. Professional or state certification as a Crime Analyst is highly desired. A combination of appropriate education and experience may be substituted for the minimum education and experience requirements.

Finalists will be subject to a comprehensive background investigation conducted by the Denver Police Department including employment and criminal history which could include a polygraph examination.

Applications can be obtained and completed on-line by going to denvergov.org/jobs or by calling 720.913.5618 and requesting that an application be mailed or by applying in person at the Career Service Authority Office, 201 W. Colfax Ave., 1st floor, Denver, CO 80202 between the hours of 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Monday-Friday. Applicants can email resumes to apps@ci.denver.co.us or fax resumes to 720.913.5992 attention - Administrative Analyst (Crime Analysis).

Questions regarding specific details about the position can be directed to Lieutenant Bill Nagle at 720.913-6540. The monthly salary range for this position is $3312 to $5283. All applications/resumes must be received by the closing date of Tuesday, December 20, 2005.

This recruitment will open on www.denvergov.org/jobs on
Wednesday, December 7 and close Tuesday, December 20, 2005.

* Listing #2:

GIS TECHNICIAN
PACIFIC WESTERN TECHNOLOGIES
LAKEWOOD, CO

Pacific Western Technologies, Ltd., one of the Top 50 Fastest Growing Companies in
Colorado, is seeking two qualified individuals for the following position:

Pacific Western Technologies, Ltd. (www.pwt.com) is looking for qualified applicants to
provide full-time support to a federal client in the area of geospatial data collection on
trails in Fish and Wildlife Refuges in the US. The position is based out of Lakewood,
Colorado and 50% travel is required.

Essential Functions:
Qualified applicants will have at least 2 years of applicable environmental GIS
experience, preferably working with a Federal client. Applicants should also have an
understanding of personal geodatabases, ArcGIS and Visual Basic. The applicant should
have experience in GPS data collection, post processing and associated hardware and
software. Experience in trail assessment, preservation or maintenance is a plus.

Education, Experience and Skills Requires:
-A bachelor’s degree in GIS, geography or closely related field.
-2 years experience working with GIS data.
-Knowledge and experience using ArcGIS and GIS data.
-Knowledge of database integration into a GIS system, database design.
- Proficient with using GPS equipment, and troubleshooting hardware in a remote
environment.
-Ability to travel 50% of the time and work well in small groups essential.
-Ability to carry a 30 lb backpack while hiking for up to 10 miles per day in various
weather conditions.
-Must have a valid drivers license and ability to pass a federal background check.

Salary range $33,000 to $37,000; benefits are included.
For consideration, please send a cover letter, resume and salary requirements to the email
address listed below or via fax / post to:
Pacific Western Technologies, Ltd
Attn: Cherie Terrel
605 Parfet St., Suite 200
Lakewood, CO 80215
E-Mail: cterrel@pwt.com
Fax: 303-274-6160
PWT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. No phone calls please.
Relocation assistance is NOT available for this position.

(Posted Dec. 8)

* Listing #3:

SENIOR COMPUTER ANALYST/GIS
SALT RIVER PROJECT
PHOENIX, ARIZONA

Phoenix-based SRP (Salt River Project), the nation's third-largest public power and water utility, is recruiting for a Senior Computer Analyst in Geographic Information Systems support.

The selected candidate will develop, maintain, and enhance GIS applications & databases that are supported by the GIS / CAD Services division of Information Technology at SRP.

Requirements include:
Bachelor's degree ( CIS, Computer Science, Computer Systems Engineering, Geography, GIS, or a related field)
Minimum three (3) years software development experience with any combination of the following GIS technologies :
GE Smallworld / Magik / Insync / SIAS
ESRI ArcObjects / ArcGIS Engine / ArcGIS Server
Microsoft Visual Studio .NET (ASP.NET, C#, VB.NET)
Oracle Spatial and/or ESRI ArcSDE
Knowledge and experience with the principles and techniques of structured analysis, systems design, and programming
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to occasionally work on a 24x7 on-call support basis

Other beneficial skills include:
Electric utility and/or telecommunications GIS experience
Java, Classic ASP, XML, HTML
SQL / RDBMS (Oracle, SQL Server)
ESRI ArcIMS and/or Autodesk MapGuide

The salary range is $ 81,000 to $ 86,000 per year.

Please apply online at www.srpnet.com, Careers at SRP.

* Listing #4:

GIS STUDENT ASSISTANT II
NATIONAL CENTER FOR ATMOSPHERIC RESEARCH (NCAR)
BOULDER, CO

The National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR) GIS Initiative is seeking a GIS student assistant II.
This is a 6 month term position with possibility of extension. Hours can range from 10-20 hours a week
not to exceed 1000 hours in one calendar year.

Basic Job Function:
Provides GIS technical assistance on a variety of projects and activities conducted by the GIS Initiative. Direct supervision will be provided by a GIS coordinator.

Duties Include:
Provides basic GIS support to NCAR scientists, including software installations, technical assistance with GIS data and ArcGIS analytical and mapping functions.
Assembles and integrates data in a GIS environment.
Prepares and organizes datasets for use by others.
Provides support to the GIS Initiative projects, including conducting library and Web-based research, preparing documents and reports, and updating websites and data portals.

Education :
Completion of junior or senior undergraduate coursework in GIS.
Pursuing a graduate degree in geography, environmental sciences, GIS.

Knowledge, Skills:
Familiarity with working in a UNIX environment.
Familiarity with working in a Windows environment.
Experience in working with both vector and raster GIS datasets.
Knowledge of GIS analytical functions.
Proficiency in ESRI GIS software.
Basic HTML programming skills.
Skill in performing tasks. requiring organization and attention to detail.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong ability to interact and communicate effectively with others.
Ability to work approximately 10 hours/week while school is in session.
To apply please visit http://www.fin.ucar.edu/hr/careers/uco.cfm?do=jobDetailExt&job_ID=573

Local contact:
Jennifer Boehnert
GIS Coordinator
RAL/ISSE
National Center for Atmospheric Research
Boulder, CO

* Listing #5:

GIS DEVELOPERS (SMALLWORLD MAGIK)
TEN SAILS CONSULTING
VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA

Consider joining the Ten Sails Consulting team!

We are looking for some highly motivated individuals with Smallworld™ Magik™ skills and experience for longer term assignments in North America. Full time on-site work may be required and relocation assistance would be available.

We are interested in both junior (< 5 years experience) and senior (>5 years experience) Magik™ developers.

If you are interested, please forward your resume immediately by email to dan.bowditch@tensails.com

Dan Bowditch
Sales Director
Ten Sails Consulting
P: +1 (604) 628-2071
M: +1 (604) 505-8534
F: +1 (604) 676-2297
http://www.tensails.com/consulting

(Posted Dec. 5)

* Listing #6:

GIS MAPPING TECHNICIAN (Short term)
COLORADO SPRINGS, CO

Job Opportunities – 8 positions - potentially leading to longer term employment:
Short term – approximately two months
Begin IMMEDIATELY
Information:
- Entry level
- Pay is hourly
- Creating detailed GIS lake maps by incorporating scanned images and vector boundaries
- Work in beautiful space in downtown Colorado Springs
- Potential to get involved with Green Map of Colorado Springs if interested. See www.greenmap.com.
May be asked to sign a non-compete and/or non-disclosure agreement.
If interested, email kelly@ustrailmaps.com immediately.
(Posted Nov. 28)

* Listing #7:

GIS TECHNICIAN II
CITY OF GRAND JUNCTION
GRAND JUNCTION, CO

The City of Grand Junction, Colorado is looking for a GIS Technician II, $3,436 - $3,951 / Month(2006).
Applications close on December 7th, 2005. See link below for job description and application.

http://www.gjcity.org/CityDeptWebPages/AdministrativeServices/HumanResources/JobInfoAtGJ.htm
(Posted Nov. 28)

* Listing #8:

TECHNICAL SUPPORT ENGINEER I
RESEARCH SYSTEMS, INC.
BOULDER, COLORADO

Technical Support Engineer I - ENVI Emphasis
Research Systems, Inc. (RSI) has a 28-year history as the leading developer of data visualization and analysis software solutions for technical professionals. RSI's flagship product, IDL (Interactive Data Language), is recognized as a core technology for data visualization with more than 150,000 users worldwide. Combined with a host of support services, including customized training, consulting and technical support, RSI offers the most competitive salaries, excellent benefits and a great work environment that encourages personal and professional growth.

Are you experienced with ENVI? Do you enjoy solving problems? RSI is the leading developer of data visualization and analysis software solutions. By joining our team of experts as a Technical Support Engineer, you can use your skills to help us provide solutions and support to our internal and external customers.

Primary responsibilities include e-mail and telephone technical support. The successful candidate will need an excellent understanding of remote sensing theory and our ENVI product, and must be able to operate across all supported computer systems and platforms. This position involves understanding and solving technical problems, and explaining appropriate applications of our software tools. Additional duties in consulting and training are possible.

Required Minimum Skills and Qualifications:
· Excellent customer service skills
· Strong written and verbal communication skills
· Good analytical and problem-solving skills
· 3-5 years experience with ENVI, ERDAS Imagine or PCI, with expertise in at least one of the following functional areas:
Multispectral or hyperspectral theory, RADAR or extending ENVI with IDL
· 1+ years experience in at least one of the following systems, in addition to Windows: UNIX, Linux, Macintosh
· Programming experience in IDL, C, C++ or Fortran a plus
· BS in Geography, Geology or other appropriate science, with strong emphasis in Remote Sensing; Master's degree preferred

You can visit our website at www.rsinc.com for detailed information about RSI.
Email your resume to jobs@rsinc.com.
RSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
No third parties, please.
(Posted Nov. 21)

* Listing #9:

ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE
DIGITAL DATA SYSTEMS
LAKEWOOD, CO

GIS and mapping firm seeks an Account Executive who will manage customer accounts, develop marketing strategies
(promotions, newsletters, etc.) and assist our Sales Manager in penetrating our existing client accounts.
Applicants must have experience in Microsoft Office, be proficient in computers, and have excellent
customer service skills. CAD, or GIS knowledge is preferred.

Send resume and salary requirements to: jobs@usgsquads.com
Or FAX to: 720-962-8235

DDS, Inc.
10920 W. Alameda
Suite 206
Lakewood, CO 80226
303-986-6740
720-962-8235 FAX
www.digitaldataservices.com (General Company Overview)
www.usgsquads.com (Mapping-Related Products and Services)

GIS* CAD Conversions* Large Format Scanning
(Posted Nov. 21)

* Listing #10:

GIS SPECIALIST/PROGRAMMER
DESTINY RESOURCES, INC.
LAKEWOOD, CO

Destiny Resources seeks a highly motivated individual for a GIS specialist/programmer position. Destiny provides specialized GIS, data management, and design/development services to environmental, engineering, and regional planning projects. This includes providing a broad range of GIS and data services; designing and developing GIS systems, geodatabases, data repositories, and public and project websites; integrating and automating complicated GIS and modeling processes; developing custom tools, and designing robust GIS and data serving environments.

The ideal candidate has 4-7 years professional experience and a balanced blend of technical GIS and programming skills.
The position involves the following technical skills:

Thorough understanding of GIS and the ESRI suite of software, including ArcGIS and related extensions
Minimum two years experience programming using ArcObjects
Experience with the Visual Studio.NET and Visual Basic development environments
Experience with relational database design and development, particularly in Microsoft Access and SQL Server

Overall job requirements include:
Highly technical capabilities
Excellent organizational skills
Outstanding communication and writing skills
Ability to work as part of a team
Timeline and priority management

Environmental, natural resource, geology, hydrogeology, or similar education and experience are a plus.

Position provides a competitive salary, insurance, and 401K. The company is small, fast growing, highly reputable.

Email cover letter and resume to: info@destinyresources.com
(please name your resume file using your name e.g. smith.doc, harris.doc etc)

Closing Date: December 9, 2005
(Posted Nov. 18)

* Listing #11:

PROFESSOR OF REMOTE SENSING (TENURE TRACK)
DEPARTMENT OF GEOPHYSICS
COLORADO SCHOOL OF MINES
GOLDEN, COLORADO

The Colorado School of Mines (CSM) Department of Geophysics invites applications for a tenure-track position as Assistant Professor with an emphasis in Remote Sensing. The department is interested to enhance its strengths in remote sensing and planetary science, exploration seismology and reservoir characterization and to expand its program in areas including, but not limited to, near-surface geophysics (groundwater, environmental, geotechnical, and hazards), electromagnetics, geodesy, and tectonics.

“Mines” is a unique institution of applied science and engineering with a global reputation for excellence in programs such as Geophysics, focusing on natural resources, environment, energy, and economics. Located in the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains in Golden, CSM is just minutes away from Boulder and Denver, offering a unique combination of mountain living coupled with large city amenities. With the USGS located on campus and several world-class government and private research institutions close by, CSM provides many opportunities for multidisciplinary research collaborations.

The Dept. of Geophysics conducts educational and research programs leading to BS, MS, and PhD degrees in geophysics and geophysical engineering. The department comprises 10 regular faculty members, 11 research faculty members and distinguished senior scientists, 60 undergraduate and 60 graduate students. Resources in the department include laboratories for experimental geophysics, planetary studies, computation, modeling, and visualization, an industry sponsored summer field camp, and six research programs sponsored by industry and government agencies. For more information about the department please visit: http://geophysics.mines.edu. Questions about these positions may be addressed to Dr. Terry Young, Department Head, at: tkyoung@mines.edu.

Responsibilities: The successful candidates will conduct vigorous research programs, including raising funds and supervising graduate students. The successful candidates will also teach at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, and participate actively in the international geophysics community.

Qualifications: Candidates must possess a doctoral degree in geophysics or a related field, excellent teaching skills, a record of publication in leading peer-reviewed journals, and demonstrated success in, or potential for, attracting research funding. Candidates must also possess superb interpersonal and communication skills and a collaborative style of research and teaching.

How to Apply: Interested applicants must send an application consisting of a letter of interest addressing each of the qualifications, resume, list of publications, record of successful research funding, and 3 professional letters of reference to: Human Resources, Colorado School of Mines, 1500 Illinois St., Golden, CO 80401.

CSM is an EEO/AA employer and is committed to enhancing the diversity of its campus community. Women, minorities, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Local contact:
T.K. (Terry) Young
President-Elect, Society of Exploration Geophysicists
Professor & Head. Department of Geophysics
Colorado School of Mines
1500 Illinois St.
Golden, CO 80401
tkyoung@mines.edu
www.mines.edu/~tkyoung
303.273.3454 (work phone)
(Posted Oct. 28)

* Listing #12:

SALES SUPPORT REPRESENTATIVE
NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC SOCIETY
EVERGREEN, COLORADO

Representative, Sales Support, Professional Product Sales (Evergreen, CO)
National Geographic Maps, a Division of the National Geographic Society, seeks an individual to help
support our professional digital product sales effort in Evergreen, Colorado. The sales support
representative works with prospective customers and the NG Maps’ sales team to maximize sales
and customer satisfaction.

National Geographic Maps offers an award winning line of cartographic products, including TOPO!
digital maps. Location information is increasingly important to our agency, commercial, and
government users. We are expanding the TOPO! product lines to better support these customers.
Specific areas of interest include but not limited to are Emergency Response, Vector Control,
Utilities, and Homeland Security.

In this position you will be working with government, agency, and commercial clients, primarily by
telephone and e-mail. You must be comfortable making cold calls as well as following up on prospects
generated by the field sales force. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated sales, marketing, and
customer service experience working within the geospatial industry and a good working knowledge of
GIS.

Responsibilities include:
•Serve as the primary point of contact for incoming calls and e-mail related to our
professional products;
•Send product information, price quotes, and following up with prospective customers;
•Follow-up by telephone with leads generated by the outside sales team at conferences,
tradeshows, etc.;
•Research, prospect and qualify potential new TOPO! Pro customers;
•Track and work towards quarterly revenue targets;
•Work with marketing to ensure sales collateral and marketing programs are effective;
•Support and attend trade shows and conferences as needed.

Requirements:
BA or BS degree in geography, related field or liberal arts required, along with 3-5 years related
sales and marketing experience and a strong working knowledge of GIS and the Spatial software
industry.
•3-5 years relevant sales, marketing or customer service experience, preferably in the
Geospatial industry;
•BA/BS degree or equivalent;
•Strong organizational skills, task oriented, able to work independently;
•Strong communication skills, self-motivated.

Application Instructions:
For more information on this position and to apply,
go to www.nationalgeographic.com and click on JOBS.
TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION, ALL APPLICANTS ARE REQUIRED TO
APPLY AT THE NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC SOCIETY WEBSITE.
No telephone calls, faxes, emails, or paper resumes please. EOE.
(Posted Nov. 6)

* Listing #13:

GIS/DRAFTING TECHNICIAN
PROJECT MANAGER
QC DATA
DENVER, CO

a) Project Manager position for electrical or telco support.

b) Conversion Technician. This is considered an entry level position,
Full-time early shift: 6:15am to 2:45pm, with benefits after 90 days, and 10 days paid vacation in the first year.
CAD software knowledge is a plus.

Learn more about these positions and QC Data at www.qcdata.com

Anyone interested can send a resume via email or fax to HR@qcdata.com
Fax: 303 788 9161

(Posted Nov. 6)

* 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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