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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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GIS DEVELOPER
MONTANA DEPT. OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
HELENA, MONTANA

Position #66304
Closing date: Oct. 23
See attached Word file for details.

Local contact:
Jody Stahl
HR Tech
MT DEQ
1520 E 6th Avenue
Helena, MT 59601
406-444-4218
fax: 406-444-5330
http://deq.mt.gov/NowHiring.asp

(posted Oct. 9)

GIS DEVELOPER
PACIFIC WESTERN TECHNOLOGIES
LAKEWOOD, CO

This position involves technical development of custom GIS applications and relational data management systems. Through cooperation with various departments, the successful candidate will develop geospatial visualization, analysis and reporting tools to support work group needs.

Essential Functions:
Designs, builds and maintains custom GIS applications and RDBMS.
Develops and maintains custom scripts for use in GIS applications using programming language development tools.
Develops summary reports using data reporting tools.
Analyzes work flow for continuous improvements.
Coordinates cyclical data updates within master GIS.
Provides training and advice to users regarding GIS applications and use of specialized software.
Works with IT to support GIS functionality.

Other Responsibilities:
Attend meetings in support of further developing effective GIS tools and methodology.
Provide knowledge and expertise in achieving Division goals and objectives.

Required Skills and Abilities:
Proficient GIS developer using ESRI ArcGIS software to include ArcMap, ArcObjects, ArcEditor, ArcCatalog, ArcToolbox.
Experienced programmer in GIS environment.
Experience with Crystal Reports, MS Office
Ability to work well with a team.
Ability to analyze problems and develop creative solutions
Proven experience with work flow improvement implementation.
Strong organizational and conceptualization skills
Excellent communication skills.
Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision.
Ability to identify opportunities that help improve product quality or productivity

Qualifications:
No less than 5 years experience developing custom GIS applications.
BS in Geography, Engineering, Computer Science, Math, or Management Information Systems, Masters Degree desired but not required.

For consideration, please send an e-mail to cjarvis@pwt.com.
PWT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. No phone calls please.
Relocation assistance is NOT available for this position.
Cherie L. Jarvis
Pacific Western Technologies, Ltd
605 Parfet Street, Suite 200
Lakewood, CO 80215
cjarvis@pwt.com
http://www.pwt.com/

(reposted Oct. 4)

RESEARCH ASSOCIATE (GIS SPECIALIST)
COLORADO STATE UNIVERSITY/NATIONAL PARK SERVICE
LAKEWOOD, CO

Please see attached job opening at CSU/NPS

Send responses to Jim Loftis at loftis@engr.colostate.edu as per advertisement.

Jenifer Davis
Colorado State University
Engineering Research Center
Fort Collins, CO 80523-1320
970-491-8630, Fax 970-491-7008

(posted Oct. 2)

Qualifications:
Associate's degree in a related GIS field; Bachelor's degree preferred; two years' remote sensing or mapping experience may be substituted for some educational requirements. One year or more of LiDAR experience preferred.

Minimum of five years related GIS production experience; at least one year as a LiDAR Technician. Must have experience in LiDAR data production environment,. Experience in quality control and inspection. Experience in LP360, GeoCUE, Microstation, ERSI ARC 9.2 and terra solid products desirable. A good understanding of datums, projections and coordinates required.

To apply, please submit your resume via email to employment@sanborn.com and indicate "LiDAR Project Coordinator" in the subject line. Sanborn is an equal opportunity employer.
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Project Manager - Advanced System
The Senior Project Manager provides leadership, direction, and oversight to assigned projects and programs and is accountable for schedule, cost, profit, and customer satisfaction. Responsible for full Program Lifecycle management including advanced project design, program financial design and management, program execution, risk management, schedule management, and other activities as defined by the Program Management Institute Guidelines. Routinely exercises business strategy skills, broad industry awareness, and technical skills to optimize project design for competitive proposals. Uses and enforces use of Sanborn’s internal program management tools (currently Primavera). Develops and participates in proposal preparation and is responsible for the success of proposals written. Leads and/or participates in oral customer presentations of proposals, and plans, directs, and coordinates the activities of designated project/program to ensure that all goals and objectives are accomplished within prescribed time frames and funding parameters.

Duties:
*Reviews PFP’s and develops proposal and win strategies in conjunction with sales/ business development team.
*Accountable for the preparation of bids to successfully acquire project/programs in coordination with sales.
*Develops, writes, and presents major proposals.
*Accountable for the successful execution of assigned projects to include among other measures, acceptable profit and customer satisfaction.
*Reviews project proposal or plan to determine time frame, funding limitations, procedures for accomplishing project, staffing requirements, and allotment of available resources to various phases of project.
*Establishes technical plan, a strategy and a work plan to accomplish aproject on schedule and under the estimated cost bid.
*Responsible for working with operations and subcontractors to determine staffing for each phase of project.
*Responsible for insuring that adequate resources and technical solutions are available to accomplish the project.
*Confers with project staff/subcontractors to outline work-plan and to assign duties, responsibilities, and scope of authority during project execution.
*Coordinates with operations and subcontractors to ensure project progresses on schedule and within prescribed budget.
*Reviews status reports prepared by project personnel and modifies schedules or plans as required.
*Prepares project reports for management, client, or others.
*Responsible for insuring the correct technical solutions are implemented to satisfy the client. This may require conferring with technical personnel across the company or subcontractors to provide technical advice and to resolve problems.
*Coordinates project activities with any outside entity required such as government regulatory agencies, airports, etc.
*May oversee day-to-day activities of other Project Managers and/or Project Coordinators.
*Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION:Bachelors degree in a business related field, Master’s degree preferred. EXPERIENCE:PMP Certification highly desired. Aerospace/DOD program management experience a plus. Five to seven years strong project management experience preferred, including program design, subcontract management, and project financial/schedule performance management. Contract and proposal preparation experience required. Strong preference for experience in all phases of imagery and mapping project lifecycle management.To apply, summit cover letter and resume with “Senior Project Manager/Colorado Springs” in subject line to Apply Here. Sanborn is an equal opportunity employer.Must have current authorization to work in the U.S.

(posted Sep. 30)

SALES REPRESENTATIVE
LEICA GEOSYSTEMS
DENVER, CO

Western Regional Sales Representative
Position Summary:
This individual is responsible for generating revenue to achieve revenue quota for assigned territory through direct and channel sales of Leica Geosystems products and services.

Responsibilities:
- Meet or exceed revenue quota for assigned territory.
- Development of a territory sales plan that maximize sales opportunities of Leica Geosystems products and services to meet quota target for the assigned territory.
- Advance strategic direction of existing customers to maximize revenue opportunities according to territory sales plan.
- Develop list of target market/business segments as part of territory sales plan.
- Develop list of target accounts within target market/business segments as a part of territory sales plan.
- Pursue enterprise wide solutions within target market/business accounts according to territory plan strategy.
- Pursue strategic business relationships within target market/business accounts according to territory plan strategy.
- Prepare sales forecasts as required by supervisor
- Plan travel in support of company and industry events that maximize sales opportunities within assigned territory.
- Prepare quotes and respond to requests for proposals or information.
- Maintain and update customer and prospect records within Leica Geosystems enterprise database.

Requirements:
-Bachelors of Arts or Science.
-10+ years sales experience within the geospatial industry.
- 5+ years selling enterprise wide solutions within the geospatial industry.
- 5+ years experience negotiating enterprise wide contracts within the geospatial industry.
- Excellent interpersonal, presentation and written communication skills
- Ability to travel frequently
- Software Solutions

We are an equal opportunity employer valuing diversity. Interested candidates please send a resume to Apply Here and reference the respective job code SLS-REP.

For more information about Leica Geosystems Geospatial Imaging, please visit our company website at
http://gi.leica-geosystems.com/default.aspx

GIS TECHNICIAN
CITY AND COUNTY OF DENVER
DENVER, CO

The City and County of Denver (CCD) is actively seeking to hire one to three GIS (Geographic Information Systems) Technicians for the Technology Service Division's DenverGIS Program. This position works at compiling, verifying, maintaining and inputting information into multiple databases and utilizes Geographic Information System (GIS) software and hardware to digitize and enter data.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
The responsibilities for this position are as follows:
Digitizes information and creates, maintains, updates, queries and views GIS data to provide easier access and retrieval of processed information on multiple databases.
Creates accurate grid references utilizing appropriate GIS software, coordinate geometry and graphics to correspond with the information and/or design drawing, legal surveys, maps and addresses needed to update information for infrastructure mapping.
Creates, updates and maintains spatial data using digitization, COGO and other scanning techniques and ensures data accuracy.
Interprets and prepares data such as field notes, plats, legal descriptions and address information for use in analyzing data and updating maps.
Converts hardcopy-engineering drawings into electronic formats.
Assists and provides interested parties with specific processed spatial data including reports, maps and charts.
Creates and updates various map types using planimetric and thematic mapping techniques and aerial and satellite data, and maintains map collections.
Utilizes vector or grid overlay techniques to generate new GIS layers from existing ones.
Assists GIS users with IT questions for retrieving GIS information.
By assignment maintains computerized inventory of electronic field equipment and specialized services for users.
Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.

QUALIFICATIONS
Associate Degree in Geography, Urban Planning, Engineering, GIS, Geology, Computer Science, Information Technology, Cartography, Landscape Architecture, Remote Sensing or a directly related field.
Two years of hands on professional experience working with geographical or land information systems to input and present agency or client data.
A certificate in GIS or Land Information Systems (LIS) or 12 semester hours completed in GIS/LIS coursework may be substituted for the minimum education requirement. OR Additional appropriate experience and education may be substituted for the minimum education and experience requirement.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ***Any applicant selected for interviews should be prepared to demonstrate their GIS Technician abilities in ESRI ArcGIS 9.2 during the interview process.***
This position is open until filled.
Salary grade: 614-I
An Equal Opportunity Employer
SALARY: $36,168.00 - $44,172.00 Annually
OPENING DATE: 08/21/07
CLOSING DATE: Continuous
Applicants are STRONGLY encouraged to apply on-line.
RESUMES MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT:
http://www.denvergov.org/jobs EXAM #02259 GIS TECHNICIAN
CITY AND COUNTY OF DENVER
Career Service Authority
201 W Colfax Ave, Dept 412, Wellington E. Webb Municipal Office Building
Denver, CO 80202
(posted Sep. 6)

GIS TECHNICAL DATA SPECIALIST
SPATIAL BUSINESS SYSTEMS, INC.
LAKEWOOD, CO

The GIS Technical Data Specialist will work as part of our Technical Services Team, based in Lakewood, Colorado. The candidate will be working closely with our customers and traveling to onsite locations up to 25% of the time. Excellent communication skills are necessary. This position offers great growth potential into other technical and project management positions at Spatial Business Systems. For more info., see http://www.directionsmag.com/careers/job/458/show.html

(posted Aug. 29)

Pixxures, Inc. continues to experience rapid growth and seeks to add self-motivated individuals to join a rapidly expanding photogrammetry division working with ADS40, Vexcel and DMC imagery.

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

Experience: Minimum of five years experience with stereo compilation, collecting planimetric and topographic features on both large and small scale mapping projects. Aerotriangulation experience is strongly desired, especially with digital imagery. Experience in creating/editing DEM''s for orthophoto generations, seaming, and performing quality control/quality assurance on orthophotography is a plus.

General software experience in: OrthoVista, Adobe Photoshop, AutoCAD, Microstation, Linux, Win98/2000/NT4.0, MS Word, Excel and any other functional utilities. ORIMA, GPRO, and other Leica, BAE and Intergraph photogrammetry software experience a plus.

Salary commensurate with experience, excellent benefits including medical, dental, life insurance and 401(k).

Please forward all resumes via mail, email or fax to :
Pixxures, Inc
Attention: HR Department
15000 W. 64th Avenue
Arvada, CO 80007
Fax: 303.302.8601
E-mail: hr@pixxures.com

(posted Aug. 28)

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.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 September 1, 2007)

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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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