The Institute for Natural Resources is a hiring a GIS analyst beginning as soon as possible and going through the summer terms with possible extension into the academic year. This position will support the State of Oregon’s Greater Sage-Grouse planning effort by mapping and analyzing development in its range in central and eastern Oregon. Initial tasks include converting the current database structure to an alternative format, performing overlay analyses and calculations, reporting results in an organized manner, and simple cartography. Analysis results are typically contained in an Excel spreadsheet, so basic Excel skills are a plus.  The position requires 12 – 20 hours of work per week. Please see the position description below for more details.

Position Description
The GIS Analyst will be responsible for working with INR to digitize human-caused disturbances and other tasks as necessary such as assimilate county zoning data into a single spatial geodatabase. The Analyst will report to the SageCon Technical Coordinator. 

Major Responsibilities:

• acquiring and using National Aerial Imagery Program data to populate the "Development Layer" (DL) geospatial database with geometries of human-caused disturbances in the SageCon planning area
• attributing DL geometries
• analyzing the DL for errors in geometries and attributes and making corrections
• improving the DL database as necessary, particularly in terms of attributes and domains
• identifying and correcting data issues 
• acquiring data from local, state, and federal agencies as well as other sources in the SageCon planning area and compiling it into a single geospatial dataset.
• developing metadata
•  keeping data organized and transferable to partners

Required Qualifications

• Experience working with Esri’s ArcGIS software and spatial data sets in ArcMap
• Experience with the ArcGIS editing environment
• Ability to work independently with limited oversight within the project time frame
• Demonstrated ability to identify and bring concerns or problems to the SageCon Technical Coordinator 
• Demonstrated ability to identify possible solutions to issues or concerns
• Excellent written and oral communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor degree in environmental science, natural resources management, or geography
• Digitizing experience using digital aerial imagery
• Experience in spatial data analysis, producing data reports, and developing publication quality cartographic products
• Database design, development, implementation and management
• Ability to streamline and automate procedures for efficient data processing
• Experience with proposal and report writing desired

If you are interested in this position, please send an email to Dr. Theresa Burcsu (tburcsu@pdx.edu) with the subject “INR GIS Analyst Position”, a cover letter, and a resume. Review of applications will begin on May 25 and will be accepted until the position is filled.

Quantum Spatial is in search of multiple persons to fill full-time, temporary, hourly positions for Remote Sensing Technicians in our  Portland, OR office. We are looking to fill these positions immediately. 

About Quantum Spatial:
Quantum Spatial has established itself at the forefront of LiDAR production and LiDAR-derived feature extraction, and exhibits a growing presence on a national scale. Employment at Quantum Spatial provides a unique opportunity to immerse oneself in this rapidly evolving and expanding remote sensing field.  This job posting refers only to openings in the Portland office.  For more information on the diversity of products and projects maintained by Quantum Spatial, including thermal infrared remote sensing analysis and watershed modeling, please see our website at http://www.quantumspatial.com/
 
Required Qualifications:
A successful candidate will have a 4-year degree in natural sciences, geography, engineering, surveying, or a related field. Candidates must possess an interest in remote sensing and geodetics, and understand the nature of quantitative data. 

Duties and Responsibilities:
The responsibilities for this position include processing and analysis of a variety of spatial data products (including LiDAR data, Orthophotos, and Video) and general analysis support.  The position requires the ability to maintain productivity while performing repetitive tasks and working to meet deadlines in a fast paced environment. Applicants with GIS coursework or applicable work experience are preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 
We are looking for individuals with the ability to be successful working independently, as well as in a team setting. The ideal candidate is self-motivated with excellent decision making and problem solving abilities, computer proficient, and has an interest in GIS and remote sensing. An understanding of geospatial concepts and GPS survey methods is desired, but not mandatory. 
  
Though not required, experience in the following areas is greatly desired: 

• Python or VB scripting
• Experience in the ESRI suite
• Adobe creative suite
• CAD based software
• Geo-spatial data
• Map production
• Working in a 3D environment
• GPS Processing
• Technical writing
• Statistics commonly used in data analysis

It is the policy of Quantum Spatial to provide equal opportunity for all qualified persons and not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, or any other protected status. 
 
Resumes will be accepted until all positions are filled. Immediate submissions are welcome and will be reviewed promptly.
 
All job offers with Quantum Spatial are contingent upon passing a background check and drug screening.  

To apply: http://quantumspatial.com/about-us/our-team AND send a cover letter & application directly to:

Jonathan Ellinger GISP, CP, CMS/RS
Advanced Imaging Lead
P: 503-505-5100 ext. 5321
E: jellinger@quantumspatial.com
W: ww.quantumspatial.com


They are hoping to fill the positions by mid-June

The PSU Geospatial Information Society will host its ever-popular annual Career Panel on Friday, May 15, from 3:30 - 5:30 pm, Cramer Hall 413

Our panelists, consisting of GIS professionals from the Portland metro region, will talk about the GIS employment landscape, discuss the qualities and knowledge that their organizations look for in job candidates, offer job search tips, and answer questions from the audience. A representative from PSU Advising and Career Services will also be present to talk about job search strategies, and to describe the ways that Career Services can provide assistance.

Food, of course, will be available!

USGS just made it so much easier to access current and old topographic maps - this viewer allows you to see any topographic map dating back to the 1880's!  There's over 178,000 of them and they are free and downloadable. 

Check it out:  http://ngmdb.usgs.gov/maps/Topoview/

PC Trask & Associates, Inc. is seeking a creative, highly talented candidate for environmental planning and restoration. Masters degree or equivalent work experience preferred. Must have strong GIS and excellent writing skills.

Small business environment in downtown Portland with competitive wages and benefits.

Please email a resume and cover letter to corie@pctrask.com.




Natural Resources Planner I
Job Description: Entry level position; provides assistance and support to staff on a range of natural resource planning and management projects. Relies on senior staff for assignments and direction.

• Planning: Assists in the project planning process where needed, including development of planning stages. 
• Data Assembly/Management: Assembles and organizes data gathered in the field, on the web and through other sources. Develops analysis tools useful for data interpretation and presentation.
• Report Development: Assists in report development, writing sections of report as assigned; produces and updates visual data, figures, and graphics for reports.
• Prospecting/Networking: Creates and builds relationships with current and potential clients and partners through regular communication and by establishing rapport with clients and networking with personal colleagues for future work and partnerships. 
• GIS Support: Performs GIS tasks as needed. Creates spatial displays of data, thematic maps and contribute to growing GIS library, including development of geo-database templates. 
• Field Work: Participates in field work on as-needed basis. This may entail project-specific data collection.

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in natural-resources related field
• One to two years of experience

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of natural resource, land use, fish and/or watershed management and planning issues; environmental laws; project management principles and techniques, as appropriate for job focus.
• Experienced in one or more of the following areas: environmental restoration planning or implementation; environmental policy development or implementation; geographic information systems
• Able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• Familiar with standard office software applications
• Self starter, ability to work independently and with a team
• Physically able to perform field procedures
• Able and willing to support and collaborate with other team members in a small office environment in order to reach goals

Desired Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of ESRI suite of GIS applications

This year we will be reaching out to our participants to help us create the Conference T‐shirts in celebration for our joint conference and the 30th Anniversary of the Northwest GIS User Group. The 2015 Joint Conference Committee is now seeking a design for the 2015 Conference T‐shirt. The winning entry will have the choice of a $250 cash prize or a free conference registration.

Who: Members, Participants, and friends of International URISA, its local chapters, and the Northwest GIS User Group are invited to participate in the URISA GIS-Pro & NWGIS 2015 Conference T-shirt Design contest.

What: Design entries of original artwork for the T-shirt Art Contest are to:

• Include the words “URISA GIS-Pro, Northwest GIS User Group, Geography at the Nexus of Collaboration” and/or an appropriate message.
• Inclusion of the year (2015) is desirable, but is not required.
• Recognition in the design of the 30th Anniversary of the Northwest GIS User Group is desirable.
• The design should be no larger than 10” by 10”. Design does not need to be a certain shape, but will be constrained in size to fit on a t-shirt.
• Have detail work that is appropriate for reduction or enlargement of the design to fit on a shirt. Small letters and details are sometimes difficult to use in the printing process, so design carefully.
• Preferred method of submission is a digital file in jpg, tif, photoshop, pdf or AI. Use pantone colors if possible, convert fonts to linework if possible.
• Paper submissions will also be allowed - please follow the guidelines as contained in these directions.
• All submissions should contain artist’s name, telephone number, and e-mail address.

When/How: Submit design by June 5th, 2015. The Joint Conference Committee will select the final design for the t-shirts.

Where: Submit design entries to 2015tshirtcontest@gmail.com with subject line containing the words “Conference Logo Submission” or via mail to Linda Davis, NWGIS/URISA Conference, IDWR, 322 East Front Street, Boise, Idaho 83720.

Why: Art work of all finalists will be displayed publicly in conjunction with the URISA GIS-Pro & NWGIS 2015 Conference activities. Recognition may be given to the runner up designs.

Note: The winning artist gives the Joint Conference Committee the right to use the winning artwork for projects promoting the URISA GIS-Pro & NWGIS 2015 Conference. The artist must grant URISA and/or their Chapters and NWGIS the right to use the submitted image in whatever way he/she might feel suitable for the purposes of publication and broadcast. Artist must waive all rights over the image and understand that it might be cropped, altered or modified for said purpose. Artist gives permission for use, re-use, publish or re-publish in whole or in part, in any medium.

Background Information: URISA is the leader in connecting people and resources for the geospatial community. A multi‐disciplinary geospatial organization, URISA provides education and training, a vibrant and connected community, advocacy for geospatial challenges and issues, and essential resources. Since 1963, URISA members and friends from around the world have convened annually to learn about, share and discuss all things geospatial. The Northwest GIS User Group, Inc. is a non‐profit organization that provides a forum for training, exchange of knowledge, techniques, and data among the users of GIS software and related GIS products and services. The Northwest GIS User Group provides a yearly conference in the fall where people from Idaho, Montana, Oregon, Washington and beyond present and exchange information. These well‐known national and regional organizations, along with local URISA chapters (Northern Rockies and Washington), are coming together for the first time ever in Spokane, WA for the URISA GIS-Pro & NWGIS 2015 Conference - Geography at the Nexus of Collaboration - at the Grand Hotel in Spokane, WA.