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Job Title: San Joaquin Valley Avian Conservation Scientist
Employment Length: One year position beginning fall 2010, with potential to extend
Hours/Benefits: Full time with competitive benefits
Application deadline: 08/06/2010 or until filled

PRBO Background
PRBO Conservation Science (PRBO) is a non-profit research organization that advances conservation through avian ecology and ecosystem research. For over 40 years, PRBO has built expertise in avian ecology, population biology, spatial ecology, ecosystem science, conservation applications and education and outreach.  PRBO's mission is to conserve birds, other wildlife and ecosystems through innovative scientific research and outreach. PRBO leads national and international efforts to address critical conservation issues with bird and ecosystem science.  For additional information, see www.prbo.org.

Background and Position Summary:
In the San Joaquin Valley, over 95% of the historic riparian areas and wetlands have been lost. Yet with implementation of a restoration settlement pressing and the commitment of a multitude of resource agencies, conservation organizations and individuals, there exists great promise to restore some of the region's ecological integrity, while also sustaining the regions vital agricultural economy.  To guide restoration activities for maximum benefit to migratory bird populations and to better understand how to improve management actions and conservation strategies for aquatic and riparian birds in the San Joaquin region, priority research, monitoring, and ecological modeling projects identified through PRBO, the Central Valley Joint Venture, and the Migratory Bird Conservation Partnership need to be advanced.

PRBO's San Joaquin Valley Avian Conservation Scientist (hereafter Conservation Scientist) will provide scientific leadership in the restoration of the San Joaquin River and associated habitats for migratory and resident birds.  The Conservation Scientist will be one of PRBO's primary representatives for research, monitoring, and collaborative conservation efforts in the region.  Responsibilities of this position include: 1) collaborating with PRBO and partner organizations to determine priority conservation needs for resident and migratory birds in the San Joaquin, 2) designing and implementing monitoring and research projects to inform migratory bird conservation, and 3) ensuring that PRBO science is shared with other researchers, conservation stakeholders, and are integrated into conservation planning and implementation efforts.

The successful candidate must be able to take independent initiative to build and maintain a strong research and conservation program while also facilitating highly effective collaborative relationships with key partners.  She/he must have a strong background in avian ecology, including quantitative skills and field experience with birds.  PhD or MS preferred, but BS with a highly impressive foundation of applicable work experience will also be considered.
Responsibilities

Building a collaborative conservation program - The Conservation Scientist will be responsible for maintaining and building solid, trusted working relationships and collaborations with key partners throughout the region. This position is supported through the Migratory Bird Conservation Partnership (MBCP) in which PRBO is working closely with The Nature Conservancy and Audubon California to pursue a shared ten-year vision to protect, restore, and enhance priority conservation areas for migratory birds in California. Close coordination with MBCP staff in those organizations will be essential.  Other priority partners and partnerships to actively engage include the San Joaquin River Partnership, US Fish and Wildlife Service, California Department of Fish and Game, River Partners, Natural Resources Conservation Service, Bureau of Reclamation, Grasslands Water District, Tulare Basin Wildlife Partners, the Central Valley Joint Venture, local universities, and others.  The Conserv!
 ation Scientist will be expected to live in the San Joaquin Valley and travel to represent PRBO at meetings with partners throughout the region (e.g., Sacramento, Davis, Chico, Fresno, and Petaluma).
Project design, management and coordination - The Conservation Scientist will help identify and initiate research and monitoring projects relevant to conservation of migratory birds primarily in the San Joaquin Basin of the Central Valley of California. For those projects, this position will help lead project design (site selection, sampling, determination of appropriate metrics), implementation (set-up and data collection), management (people and data), and coordination (within PRBO and with partners).

Data management, analysis, synthesis, and publication - The Conservation Scientist will help ensure that project and program level data (PRBO has been collecting data in the San Joaquin for over 10 years) are centralized, synthesized, and communicated in the most effective ways of conservation problem-solving. She/he will also help ensure that program related data are integrated into broader scale monitoring and modeling projects by PRBO and partners.  The Conservation Scientist will be expected to publish research results in peer-reviewed journals.  For examples of recent PRBO publications see: http://www.prbo.org/cms/553.
Training, outreach, and development - The Conservation Scientist will be responsible for training other researchers and citizen scientists in bird identification and data collection techniques, as necessary. She/he will present results of research, monitoring, and conservation efforts at various forums, including scientific conferences, technical committees, and conservation group meetings.  The Conservation Scientist may often interact with private landowners (e.g., farmers, ranchers, duck club owners, and hunters) in order to promote private land conservation and obtain access to properties for monitoring and research.  Finally, the Conservation Scientist will work with a team of collaborators (internal and external) to help raise funds for high priority research and monitoring activities.

Qualifications
*       PhD or M.S. with significant experience in ornithology, ecology, natural resource sciences, conservation biology, wildlife biology and management, or ecological restoration. BS with a highly impressive foundation of applicable work experience will also be considered.
*       Avian research and ecological monitoring experience with demonstrated skills in field data collection techniques, identification of Western birds by sight and sound, data management, sampling design, and statistical analyses.
*       Knowledge of wetland and riparian habitat management and conservation challenges - experience studying or addressing these challenges in the San Joaquin Valley desirable but not necessary.
*       Extensive experience working closely with partners including government agencies, NGOs, and private landowner groups.
*       Experience organizing and leading meetings including logistics, agenda development, facilitation, and follow-up.
*       Solid writing skills (scientific, popular, and grant-writing).
*       Outstanding communication (including presentations and training), coordination, and leadership skills.

Applicants must be in good physical condition, as long hours in field, under very hot and sometime very cold conditions, will be required and some hiking will be involved to access sites.  Ability to work independently and coordinate with a team is necessary.  Applicants should have a good attitude toward working closely with the agricultural and duck hunting communities and other private land owners.

Benefits, Working Conditions, and Funding
PRBO offers 100% health care coverage, full dental care, and partial coverage of dependents including domestic partners, per the conditions stated in PRBO's Personnel Manual.  PRBO headquarters are in Petaluma, California, but the Avian Conservation Scientist will be expected to live in the San Joaquin Basin of the Central Valley.  This position requires a good deal of travel to field sites and meetings, and involves working some evenings and weekends.  Funding is secured for at least one year - longer term employment is possible through this position and will be based on continuation of funding and employee's performance.

To Apply
E-mail (1) cover letter describing qualifications for this position and interest in PRBO, (2) complete CV/resume, (3) writing example, and (4) contact information (including phone numbers and e-mail addresses) for 3 references to Catherine Hickey (chickey@prbo.org) and Tom Gardali (tgardali@prbo.org) with "San Joaquin Valley Avian Conservation Scientist" in the subject line.  Applicants may be subject to background checks. Application deadline is August 6, 2010, though position will remain open until a successful candidate has been identified.  PRBO is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Thomas Gardali
Associate Director, Terrestrial Ecology Division
PRBO Conservation Science
Palomarin Field Station
P.O. Box 1157
Bolinas, CA 94924
415.868.0655 x381
www.prbo.org

What:              GIS Specialist - Temporary Full Time
Salary:            $58K to $74K
Who:               King County
Where:            Seattle, WA
How to apply:  http://agency.governmentjobs.com/kingcounty/default.cfm?action=viewJob&jobID=240616&hit_count=yes

The Conservation GIS Lab at the Smithsonian Conservation Biology Institute (SCBI) is seeking an intern to start on or around July 20 2010. The Lab specializes in the application of ecological modeling, remote sensing, and geographic information systems (GIS) to conservation problems. The successful applicant will work closely with Dr. Jonathan Thompson assisting with several aspects of ongoing research projects (forest landscape simulations, remote sensing, conservation assessments etc ), which are jointly based at SCBI and Harvard Forest. The intern will also be expected to help with general tasks in the GIS Lab and assist with periodic professional training seminars based at the lab.

While not required, preference will be given to applicants that have experience summarizing scientific literature, using GIS software, remote sensing software, and/or R-statistical software. Most importantly, the applicant should be interested in forest ecosystems, landscape ecology, ecological modeling, and must be willing to learn how to use esoteric software.

The internship includes a small stipend ($800/month) and housing.

Send letter of interest and resume to CarpenterDN@si.edu before July 10, 2010. Résumé should include contact information for 3 references. Include potential start date and the time period you are available for the internship in your letter. Please also include the words "Internship Application" in the subject line of your email. SCBI is located at the north entrance of the Shenandoah National Park about 60 miles west of Washington, D.C., in Front Royal, VA. In meeting the Smithsonian Institution's mandate, SCBI increases knowledge through investigations of threatened species, habitats, and communities, and disseminates knowledge through advanced studies, professional training, and public outreach.

Original link: http://www.geoinformatic.org/archives/1597This opportunity is also suitable for experts that have already an employment and are available to a collaboration in the field. Mappamondo GIS is seeking a Marine GIS and Remote Sensing expert  for short term collaboration projects with the following characteristics:

1.       Proven teaching/presentation skills and experience in the preparation  of educational and training material in GIS and Remote Sensing

2.       Proven involvement in major Marine GIS and Remote Sensing projects and applications to add personal know how during classes

3.       In depth knowledge of the ArcGIS software including ModelBuilder, Geodatabases and advanced applications.

4.       In depth knowledge of image processing/analysis techniques and Remote Sensing in general

5.       Fluent written and oral English (Italian would be an asset)

6.       ESRI Authorized Instructor status and PADIand ScientificSCUBA Divinglicensewould be an asset

7.       Database management and programming skills are not required but preferable.

Please note that the first 5 points are mandatory.

Please send your cover letter and CV to info@mappamondogis.com by the 5th of July including links to videos of lectures or presentations and to educational material developed (slides, manuals) as well as your availability. Interviews of suitable candidates might take place on-distance through Skype and further information requested by email. Selections are not limited to one post or in time.

Task can be performed on-distance when possible (e.g. preparation of educational material) or seldom at client site worldwide(e.g. lectures)

Compensation is negotiable and project based.

GIS Analyst I/II - Corp. - Boise, ID

Tracking Code

290847-547

Job Description

The J.R. Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held organization, with roots firmly planted in agriculture and agriculture-related businesses. These endeavors have been around for centuries and will continue to be a vital part of the global economy.  We currently have an immediate opening for a Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Analyst I or II, DOE, in our Corporate Information Technology (IT) department.

As a GIS Analyst, the position will provide spatial analysis and GIS
application support for the J.R. Simplot Company.   The ideal candidate will have a broad range of GIS, IT, and business experience and must be able to work in a team environment.
Key responsibilities of the GIS Analyst include (but are not limited to):
~ Support existing GIS applications and technologies
~ Create, implement, integrate, and maintain GIS applications and data utilizing ESRI's GIS tools, database tools, and various programming languages
~ Design and produce various maps
~ Develop geographic analysis, queries and reports
~ Manage small GIS project initiatives, change requests, or phases of large GIS projects.
~ Interpret, integrate and analyze aerial photography. Assist with data creation and collection including the principles and practices of Global Positioning Systems (GPS)
~ Provide spatial data conversion using various hardware (scanners and digitizers) and software tools
~ Prioritize and coordinate with IT and business resources to resolve complicated technical problems
~ Act as a liaison between IT development group and business units to develop and implement new GIS systems or enhance existing applications. Coordinate activities with colleagues, vendors, and outsourcing firms to complete projects across functional lines
~ Create and maintain functional and technical GIS specifications
~ Provide communication, manuals, and user training as required
Simplot's core GIS technologies:   ESRI ArcGIS Server 9.3.1, SDE, Geocortex Essentials, Flex, ArcInfo, ArcEditor, ImageServer, ArcGIS Network Analyst, ArcGIS Spatial Analyst, MS SQL Server 2008

Bachelors degree (Geography, GIS, or IT degree preferred).  Minimum of 3+ years of related business and/or functional experience. The position requires excellent oral, written, facilitation and presentation skills.  Python, Flex, Silverlight, HTML, SQL and/or other programming language knowledge and experience desired.

BOISE, ID:
Located along the river where the desert meets the Rocky Mountains, this Capital City offers a delightful blend of traditional and non-traditional living with urban amenities and outdoor recreational opportunities. Boise is one of America's most livable and likable cities. With a population of 215,000, Boise offers the culture and entertainment of a large urban area in a place that feels a little like everyone's hometown. Quality of life is
high and residents enjoy the unique blend of natural beauty and urban comforts. Boise is located on a high desert plain and has a surprisingly mild climate. With the Boise River running through the heart of the downtown area, Boise sees very little rain or snow, so the moderate temperatures and low humidity make it the perfect place to live and recreate year-round.

To apply for this position:
     External applicants go to http://www.simplot.com/careers/index.cfm
     <http://www.simplot.com/careers/index.cfm> , click Search Jobs & Apply, and locate it under 'Latest Listings' or the 'All Posted
     Jobs' link.
    
Internal applicants go to
     http://intra.simplot.com/hr/employment/index.cfm <
     http://intra.simplot.com/hr/employment/index.cfm> , click the 'View Job Postings Online' button, and locate it under 'Latest Listings' or search the Job Listings categories.

**The J.R. Simplot Company does not collect personal information during the initial hiring stages. Please direct all questions regarding the collection of your personal information to careers@simplot.com < mailto:careers@simplot.com> or 1-877-878-7404.**

The Natural Capital Project has a GIS analyst position available, working on creating ArcMap tools for mapping marine ecosystem services:  http://naturalcapitalproject.org/joinourteam.html#GISMarine.