Spatially Connected

From NPR's Science Friday, check out this video about how the GIS layer, Blue Marble is created.
  
http://www.sciencefriday.com/program/archives/201202034

"There's artistry to creating the world, according to Rob Simmon, art director of NASA Earth Observatory. NASA's collection of Earth-from-space imagery dates back to the Apollo 8 mission, when astronauts snapped a picture of Earth rising over the moon. Simmon and NASA scientist Gene Feldman explain how the modern "Blue Marble" images are made and how they relate to scientific study of the Earth. (Credits: images courtesy of NASA) Viewed 15072 times. See More Videos

NASA’s iconic images of Earth from space date back to the late 1960s--with snapshots taken by Apollo astronauts. The modern “blue marble” images are captured by machines and they’re not photos--they’re datasets collected by instruments aboard satellites and then translated into imagery here on the ground."

Watershed Sciences is actively recruiting for field and office positions.  Click on the links below to see the full job descriptions. 


Remote Sensing Field Technician

Remote Sensing Technician

Integral Consulting Inc. is a national science and engineering firm providing multidisciplinary services in the fields of environmental science and engineering, health, ecology, aquatic sciences, geology and hydrology, atmospheric science, and  environmental chemistry. We are currently seeking a highly motivated entry level GIS Analyst candidate to fill a full-time staff position in our Portland, OR, office.

Download full job description here.

Job Description:

The GIS Analyst position requires at least a B.S. in geography, geology, environmental science, or related field and completion of relevant college level courses or training in GIS. Qualified applicants will have knowledge of theory, implementation, integration, and application of GIS, geospatial technologies, and GPS. Two years of GIS work experience is desirable.

Responsibilities of this position include support in the areas of data QA/QC to discover inconsistencies, and other anomalies in spatial data and performing data cleansing activities to improve the data quality, data management, spatial analysis, and map production. Additional duties may include general technical support (spreadsheet work and calculations).

Candidates must have strong knowledge of ESRI’s ArcGIS version 10 software suite, MS Office (particularly Excel), Adobe Acrobat, and familiarity with relational databases (MS Access). Ideal candidates will be able to work independently and will possess strong organizational abilities; excellent written, oral, quantitative, and graphic communication skills; and a high attention to detail.

If interested contact: 
 
Ryan Spooner
Technical Recruiter
Robert Half Technology
222 SW Columbia Street, Suite 800
Portland, OR 97201
Tel: 503 222 0946

American Conservation Experience:

BLM Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail - Wilderness GIS Internship

Summary: American Conservation Experience, a nationwide Non-Profit Conservation Corps based in Flagstaff, AZ, in partnership with the Bureau of Land Management (BLM), Bakersfield Field Office, is seeking one intern to dedicate 6-months to the management, restoration and protection of the area's diverse and significant natural and cultural resources. This opportunity is intended for enthusiastic young professionals with a deep interest in advancing their career goals by further developing this dynamic program.

Start Date: March 5, 2012

End Date: August 2012 (end of 24-week internship)

For full job description & application details:  http://www.conservationjobboard.com/JobListingDetail.php?id=11045045

The State of Oregon's Geospatial Enterprise Office (GEO) is recruiting for two Limited-Duration (LD) positions, supporting broadband data collection and mapping (2102-2014) under a federal grant.Please note that alhough the recruitments below state that these limited duration jobs are only through June, 2013, funding is currently available through December, 2014.

To see the full job descriptions:   http://www.oregon.gov/DAS/EISPD/GEO/jobs/geo_jobs.shtml

"Tetra Tech, Inc. is a U.S. based leading consulting, engineering, remediation, restoration, and construction firm. We provide our clients with a full range of traditional and innovative services, that are delivered cost effectively, timely and in compliance with applicable regulations and requirements. We distinguish ourselves to our clients by proactively incorporating, Client Service Quality®, Do It Right®, and Shared Vision® principles through our work processes, operating procedures, and execution methods. We consistently meet or exceed client expectations. For projects small or large, we work together with our clients to achieve a shared vision of the project objectives: scope, budget, schedule, and level of quality.
 
We currently have an opportunity for a Full Time GIS Analyst. Candidates who are interested in joining our dynamic team should submit a resume to Tetra Tech Inc, at ECI.green.energy@tetratech.com. Resumes should include salary requirements. Pre-employment drug screen required."

For full job description: https://tetratech.tms.hrdepartment.com/jobs/11804/Full-Time-GIS-AnalystPortland-OR

Lets keep a good think going....

The last two happy hours we've had quite the turn out at Produce Row, out back on the covered and I believe heated patio.

So let's start the 2012 off at the same local we ended 2011..

Produce Row
204 SE Oak street

Wednesday January 11 (after 5)

hope to see you there

This highly regarded conservation and natural heritage conference highlights the crucial role that biodiversity science plays in our global society. Join conservation leaders, thinkers, and practitioners April 22-26, 2012, in beautiful downtown Portland, Oregon, to exchange knowledge, discuss issues, share innovations, and network. BWB attendees range from scientists, natural resource managers, and environmental consultants to planners, environmental advocates, and corporate and public policy-makers. The unifying commitment of this diverse audience? Tackling urgent and emerging international conservation needs through science, collaboration, and leadership.

BWB’s in-depth sessions explore a full spectrum of conservation issues and solutions:

• the science behind the pressing problems
• the information and expertise needed to direct decisions
• the tools and methods for setting priorities, planning and taking action, and monitoring and tracking progress toward goals
• the lessons learned from conservation success, collaboration, and leadership approaches

To find out more:  http://connect.natureserve.org/BWB2012

David Imus's winning US Wall Map is getting a lot of press.  To listen to the OBP interview with Mr. Imus, go to this Think Out Loud episode:  

http://www.opb.org/thinkoutloud/shows/job-cartography/