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            COLUMBIA RIVER & PUGET SOUND REGIONS JOINT TECHNICAL EXCHANGE MEETING ANNOUNCEMENT 09/13/2009
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            Date:  Friday, October 2nd, 2009

            Time:  9:00-4:00 (Setup time available for presenters: 8:00-9:00 a.m.)

            Registration / Abstract Deadline: September 25th, 2009

            WHAT:  Technical presentations by Professionals, Educators and Researchers.

            This event is an informal opportunity for people who are interested in the topics of GIS, photogrammetry, and remote sensing to learn more about what's going on in our own region in resource management, government, academia, and business. The information exchange is a day-long event in which local practitioners may present a 20-minute talk on one of their current or recent projects. This is also an opportunity to learn new techniques, meet new contacts, and refresh old ones. Projectors and wireless internet connection will be available. Presenters are asked to their keep presentations under 20 minutes to allow for questions and timely proceedings.

            WHO: ASPRS Members and Non-Members interested in expanding their knowledge.  

            Anyone interested in learning more about GIS, photogrammetry, remote sensing, and related fields or who wish to share information about interesting or unusual projects in these areas are welcome. Please, extend this invitation to your colleagues who work in the areas of GIS, photogrammetry, and remote sensing. No commercial presentations or endorsements are allowed.

            We particularly want to encourage non-members to come find out more about ASPRS. As an encouragement, student attendees who wish to join ASPRS the day of the session will have the registration fee waived. In addition, any person or company can sponsor a student by covering the $10 registration fee, so please consider sending them to this session to learn more about our industry and society.

            WHERE: The meeting will be held at the
            Vancouver Water Resources Education Center:
            4600 S.E. Columbia Way, Vancouver, WA.

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            Essays of GIS & Geography Vol 2 09/11/2009
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            ESRI has recently released a collection of essays on GIS & Geography.  A pdf version is available online. 

            http://www.esri.com/library/bestpractices/essays-on-geography-gis-vol2.pdf
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            Journal of Maps Google Maps Mashup Competition 09/11/2009
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            At the Journal of Maps we have recently moved over to having a Google Maps map on the main page showing the location of maps we have published in the journal. Its not exciting or pretty, but does the job. However we thought it about time we ran a competition to develop the best Google Maps mashup.

            The rules are simple: use the JoM GeoRSS feed (http://journalofmaps.com/about.php?helpfile=smartyRSS.xml) and Google Maps APIs to do something interesting, useful, unique. The map can be designed to load in to the current space on the main page OR load in to a separate window.

            Every *legitimate* entry to the competition will get a printed copy of our 2008 Best Map (http://www.journalofmaps.com/about.php?helpfile=smartyBestMap.html). For the winner there is £200 payable via PayPal.

            The contest runs from now until 11:59pm on Thursday, 31 December 2009. Entry is straightforward: just email googlemap@journalofmaps.com giving a grief description of the project and a link to the code or project home page.
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            Software Developer Opening at Ecotrust 09/02/2009
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            Title:  Applications Developer
            Reports to:  Lead Developer
            Location:  Portland, OR

            Organizational Summary:
            Ecotrust’s mission is to inspire fresh thinking that creates economic,
            social and environmental well-being. Ecotrust works on conservation
            and economic development from Alaska to California by investing in the
            distinctive natural advantages of individuals, businesses and
            communities. Founded in 1991 and based in Portland, Oregon, Ecotrust
            works in five programmatic areas: Fisheries, Forestry, Native
            Programs, Food & Farms and Knowledge Systems.

            Role and Functional Responsibilities:
            The applications developer will work within the Ecotrust Knowledge
            Systems group, developing complex software products and systems.  They
            will work on projects under the guidance of the lead developer to
            implement and test major features and subsystems with minimal
            oversight.  They will also provide support and guidance specific to
            programming needs, as necessary, to other staff.  Development of
            spatial tools and analysis will be a significant part of this position
            as well as creative use of existing and emerging technologies.  Over
            time the applications developer will work on a diverse range of
            projects becoming a well-rounded part of the team.

            Required:
              * BS/BA in Computer Science or equivalent experience
              * Commitment to the Ecotrust mission
              * Commitment to developing and using open-source solutions

              Ability to:
              * Work independently and as part of a diverse team
              * Juggle projects and deliver on schedule
              * Scope tasks and estimate time
              * Communicate effectively

              Demonstrated experience with:
              * The full software development life cycle
              * Web application development
                    o Server-side we primarily use Django (GeoDjango) and
            PostgreSQL (PostGIS)
                    o Client-side we primarily use JQuery, Ext and OpenLayers
                    o See our Marinemap and Open OceanMap tools for examples.
              * Database management systems such as PostgreSQL, SQLite, Oracle or
            SQL Server

            Desired:
              * Desktop application development experience
                    o We primarily use the QT framework (PyQT) along with Quantum
            GIS (PyQGIS).
                    o See the Open OceanMap desktop tool.
              * Knowledge of geographic information systems (GIS).
              * Experience with geospatial tools, libraries and standards.
                    o We utilize Mapserver, Geoserver, OpenLayers, Grass and Quantum GIS
              * Experience with the ESRI suite of GIS software products
              * Experience with spatial database management systems such as
            PostGIS, SpatiaLite, SQL Server 2008, Oracle Spatial
              * Experience developing and deploying software on multiple
            platforms, particularly Linux servers
              * An eye for usability and good design.  Layout and CSS skills are a plus
              * Interest in presenting and/or publishing results of the teams work

            * Note, that if you don't have experience using or developing
            geospatial tools, but are a strong developer, we still encourage you
            to apply.

            Compensation
            This is a fulltime position.  Salary commensurate with experience.
            Medical and retirement benefits and a generous vacation package
            included.  Ecotrust is an equal opportunity employer. Application
            materials are due no later than 5:00 PM on Tuesday, September 15th. To
            apply, please submit a cover letter, resume, standard Ecotrust
            employment application, and references to:

            Instructions for Applying

            The job posting will be appearing shortly at
            http://www.ecotrust.org/about/jobs.html where instructions and contact
            information can be found.

            No phone calls please.
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            34th Annual Conference on Men and Masculinity Oct 28-30 at PSU 09/02/2009
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            Registration for the 34th Annual National Organization for Men Against Sexism's Men and Masculinities Conference is now open.  The SATF is organizing the conference for October 28-30 in partnership with the Portland State University Women's Resource Center.  This year's theme is "Roots of Change:  Men, Sex and Justice," focusing on the whys, hows and implications of engaging men in the primary prevention of sexual violence.
             
            The conference will feature a plenary addresses and workshops from noted national speakers Luoluo Hong (
            www.luoluohong.com) and Byron Hurt (www.bhurt.com), and additional workshops from Rus Funk (Men’s Work), David Lee (CalCASA), Lydia Guy Ortiz, Vanessa Timmons and many others.  Over 30 workshops cover foundational trainings, discussions, and practical applications across five subject tracks:  Campus Violence Prevention, Culture and Community, Engaging Men, Sex Industry and Youth Violence Prevention.
             
            We are excited to offer three days of quality of content and programming for a low registration fee of $150, or $75 for students.  A limited number of scholarships are available as needed.
             
            For more information, please see the conference website: 
            www.sati.oregonsatf.org/roots.html

            For questions regarding registration, please contact June Christensen, Training Specialist, at (503) 990-6541 or at junechristensen@oregonsatf.org.

            For all other questions, please contact Ethan Young, Prevention Specialist, at (503) 990-6541 or at ethanyoung@oregonsatf.org
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