Here is an exciting summer research opportunity for undergraduate students. This summer at Georgia State University in Atlanta, Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) Site: Addressing Social and Environmental Disparities through Community Geography and Geographic Information Systems. The project is funded by the National Science Foundation. The program runs June 18th – August 2nd. Research Interests: Working with faculty mentors in one of three research tracks, 10 selected undergraduates will engage in community-based research and fieldwork to quantitatively and qualitatively examine neighborhood change, property markets, air and soil quality, urban green spaces, and neighborhood visioning in partnership with neighborhood residents and community groups. Compensation: Each REU student will receive a competitive funding package, including: a $3000 stipend, up to $250 in travel support to/from Atlanta, up to $750 for conference presentations, free room and board at GSU, and 3 required texts. Application Process: Applications are due Friday, March 23rd @ 5 PM EST. Complete application instructions and the application form can be found at http://csaw.gsu.edu/nsf-reu/application-instructions/To Learn More: Visit http://csaw.gsu.edu/nsf-reu/ Any questions can be directed to the Dr. Timothy Hawthorne (PI) at thawthorne@gsu.edu or Dr. Katherine Hankins (Co-PI) at khankins@gsu.edu
ORISE fellowship announcement website: http://orise.orau.gov/epa/description.aspx?JobId=1200Research Project Description
Research Participation Program
Office of Research and Development
National Center for Environmental Assessment
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Arlington, VA
EPA-ORD/NCEA-IO-2011-01Project Description: A postgraduate research training opportunity is currently available at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), National Center for Environmental Assessment (NCEA). This appointment will be served with the Global Change Research Program (GCRP) in Arlington, Virginia. The GCRP, located in the EPA’s Office of Research and Development (ORD), works to build the capacity of programs, managers, and other decision-makers to assess and respond to global change (i.e., climate and land use) impacts on the environment and human health. Research and assessment activities are focused on a number of areas: ambient air quality, ambient water quality, the built environment (including water and wastewater infrastructure), aquatic ecosystems, and human health. For more information about the GCRP activities in NCEA, visit http://www.epa.gov/ncea/global/.
JOB ANNOUNCEMENTNORTHWESTERN INDIANA REGIONAL PLANNING COMMISSION www.nirpc.orgPlanning for a region of near 800,000 people, part of the Chicago Metropolitan AreaPOSITION TITLE: Geographic Information Systems Technician or Specialist / Web Coordinator REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES- Bachelor’s degree in Geography, Planning, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), or a related field with emphasis in GIS. Work experience desirable.
- Practical knowledge, proficiency, and experience using the ESRI suite of software including ArcMap and related extensions and tools, ArcEditor, and ArcServer, as well as web design software, such as Adobe Dreamweaver or Microsoft Frontpage
- Experience with web-based GIS applications and database design
- Website maintenance and development skills
- A working knowledge of travel demand forecast modeling is desired
- Ability to apply math skills and manipulate data
- Written and verbal communications skills
- Problem solving and time management skills
- Ability to work well as a team member
- Ability to organize and prioritize multiple tasks
GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF ANTICIPATED DUTIES- Performs GIS-related work to support regional planning projects such as land use, transportation, and environmental planning for the Northwest Indiana region
- Coordinate the gathering, conversion, editing, and analysis of GIS data
- Development and maintenance of GIS data and metadata
- Maintain knowledge of the GIS field and technical training in new software
- Perform some basic transportation forecast modeling functions
- Develop and maintain agency website
- Develop web-based GIS applications
- Perform other duties as required
ANTICIPATED POSITION CLASSIFICATION: Professional B, Fair Labor Standards Act Exempt, Full Time SALARY / WAGE PARAMETERS: $33,611 - $36,132 RESERVED RIGHT OF EMPLOYER: The employer reserves the right not to fill this position APPLY WITH LETTER AND RESUME TO:Steve Strains, Deputy Director/Director of Planning Northwestern Indiana Regional Planning Commission 6100 Southport Road Portage, Indiana 46368-6409 sstrains@nirpc.org 219-763-6060, ext. 130
This Wednesday our monthly gathering falls in the middle of URISA's GIS in Action Conference.
I've heard from a few folks that they will be at the conference though will still try and make it.
So we'll meet at Produce Row as it is just off I-5.
204 Southeast Oak Street
Wednesday, March 14th 5:30
POSITION TITLE: Data Management Coordinator SALARY: $42,032.88 -$59,932.20/year DOE/DOQ, (Range 6 - 8)Target Salary: $52,000 DEPARTMENT: Office of Information and Technology, GIS Program LOCATION: Nixyaawii Governance Center, Mission, Oregon, Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Full Time with benefits package. Non-Exempt Position SUPERVISED BY: GIS Program Manager OPENING DATE: February 27,2012 CLOSING DATE: March 23,2012 For job description and application details: http://www.umatilla.nsn.us/OIT%20Data%20Management%20Coordinator%20Vacancy%20Announcement[1].pdf
March 15, 2012
Mr. Elvis Tata
GIS Technology for Enhancing Forest Conservation in Cameroon
Considering the increased marginalization of indigenous forest people and the growing global concern about threatened and irreplaceable biodiversity in swamps and old growth forest of Cameroon, public demand in Cameroon more than ever calls for a contextualized technical knowledge useful to breach gaps in conservation planning by policy makers. To this effect, Elvis will be suggesting adaptable GIS methods to enhance Cameroon’s conservation schemes from lessons he has learned in the Pacific Northwest.
Elvis is a high school geography teacher from Yaoundé, Cameroon and is completing a six-month Fellowship at WFI studying GIS technology use in the forestry sector.
Please RSVP to me before Thursday, March. 15, or pay $9 museum admission. Plan to come early if possible to enjoy conversation with other WFI fellows from China, Korea, Iran, Bolivia and Ireland.
Directions via Trimet: From the city center, board blue or red max headed west.Get off at the Washington park stop and follow signs to Forestry Center.
Directions via car: From the city center, take Hwy 26 west. Take Exit 72 marked Forestry Center/Zoo and follow signs. Stay left as you enter the parking area and WFC is near the top of the lot.
Position Overview: This position serves as a Geographer 2 in the Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing section within the TERG Geospatial Services Department. The Geospatial Services Department is responsible for providing Geospatial support in the maintenance, operation and development of new BPA facilities. This position provides professional GIS (Geographic Information System) services utilizing computerized data capture, storage, query, and analysis techniques for visual displays, spatial analysis, and tabular reports on a wide variety of geographical projects. This position involves office work in the Vancouver, Washington, Van Mall Complex at the Two Park Place building location. Click here for full job description and application details.
Willamette Riverkeeper is looking to hire a PT coordinator for their water quality volunteer program - knowing ArcGIS is one of their included skills: http://www.willamette-riverkeeper.org/WRK/documents/WQjobdescription2012.pdf
The Corps of Engineers, Portland District, Real Estate Division is looking for a student intern with GIS experience. Click here for the full job description and application details.
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