Discovery Management Group has a project where they need a GIS (or computer science) person who can develop a mobile app in Esri's App Studio environment.  Their Esri mobile and AGOL/Pro skills are pretty good but we're lacking capacity as we grow.
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The person would learn a lot about high-accuracy GPS and laser rangefinders, and there's a solid opportunity for a permanent position.

They are located in Portland/Lake Oswego area. The person doesn't need to be physically at our office.

If interested contact:

Eric Gakstatter
Discovery Management Group LLC
15688 SW 72nd Ave
Portland, OR 97224
Mobile: 541/829-3443
Twitter @GPSGIS_Eric

In August we start Week 3 of the SCGIS 2020 Virtual Conference Series, with panel discussions on GIS careers and GIS for Land Trusts, demos of ArcGIS StoryMaps and a management system using Collector and ArcGIS Online, as well as talks from individual local members of the local D.C. SCGIS Chapter! 
 
Registration  and more details for all sessions can be found on our Eventbrite Page, where we will be continuing to add new offerings from our International Chapters and others over the coming weeks. You can also follow us on Eventbrite and be alerted when we post new offerings. 
 
Of note, we are still accepting talks and abstracts from individual spatial conservation practitioners through August 14th. Now is your time to shine! Please consider sharing your work at the Conference. You can submit talks and find more information here, under User Presentations.
 
Next Week:
 FREE SESSIONS   (Open to All)
 

• Career Panel  -  Mon Aug 3, 1pm EDT / 10am PDT
• Update on ArcGIS StoryMaps and Tips and Tricks for Managing an ArcGIS Online Organization  -  Tues Aug 4, 4:30pm EDT / 1:30pm PDT
•  Demo of a Tree Death Tracking Management System  - Wed Aug 5, 4pm EDT/ 1pm PDT 
• DC SCGIS Chapter Talks  -  Thu Aug 6, 1pm EDT / 10am PDT 
• Land Trust Panel  - Fri Aug 7, 1pm EDT / 10am PDT

 
All presentation sessions listed above are open to everyone - members and non-members alike - for free, and will also be recorded and available to SCGIS Members in the future. If you are not already, consider becoming a member today!

We are excited and grateful for everyone who is donating their time to provide meaningful content, and to organize these events.  We hope you will come support our speakers, engage with them, and be part of the conversation. Register now.

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https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/idaho/jobs/2815845/lands-program-manager-gis-boise-or-coeur-dalene

​Example of Duties

• Support the management of Idaho's natural resources by planning, developing, and implementing a department-wide geographic information system (GIS).
• Manage staff including the hiring, training, scheduling, supporting, and mentoring
• Guide staff in geographic information systems (GIS), digital image analysis, digital cartography, and solution development.
• Evaluate, prioritize, plan and assign projects.
• Coordinate with IDL Bureau and Operation staff to integrate digital data into platforms and work-flows efficiently.
• Create policy and procedure for internal compliance.
• Advise on the integration and development of internal Enterprise systems.

​Minimum Qualifications
Experience:

• Analyzing land management program issues, making recommendations and writing reports.
• Developing programs including establishing goals and strategic direction, budgeting, and evaluating results.
• Working with various groups, individuals and interests to develop understanding, acceptance and support for a program.
• Using Geographic Information Systems (GIS).

Good Knowledge of:

• Computer programming languages such as Python, HTML, Java, C++, R, and relational database management.
• Advanced planning, designing and implementing GIS applications and applied research projects; preparing reports and presentations of technical material.
• Operating, applying, and programming ESRI software products, and ERDAS image processing software products.
• Bachelor's degree in forest management, forest hydrology, wildlife management, fisheries management, engineering geology, or related field.

Ideal Candidate should possess:

• Strong leadership skills.
• Strong organizational skills, the ability to track and monitor many ongoing projects.
• Ability to coordinate and work with diverse statewide natural resources management interests.
• A clear understanding of the technical and political aspects of issues related to natural resource management.
• Ability to convey strong verbal and written communication skills.

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/douglasor/jobs/2812884/gis-coordinator

THE POSITION

Douglas County Public Works Department
Engineering
Full Time Position works 40 hours per week, includes excellent benefit package, PERS/OPSRP retirement and availability of deferred compensation retirement savings program.

This classification is responsible for performing computer-aided or digital drafting (CAD), supervising the development, maintenance and accessing of mapping information in the Geographic Information System (GIS) and serving as the technical resource for computer hardware, software and peripherals in the engineering division of the public works department.

• Produce digital maps, drawings and other documents; develop procedures; collect graphic and non-graphic digital map information; maintain and distribute digital map information.
• Provide technical support for engineering requirements to meet hardware, software, peripherals and other electronic system needs; receive, set up, test and install computer systems; perform system-level and application software programming as required.
• Supervise GIS mapping operations; direct GIS staff, including performance evaluation, and participate in selection, training and discipline of staff; plan, organize, coordinate and review work.
• Trouble shoot system problems for engineering and GIS; maintain and update programs; assist users in solving applications problems; repair hardware, software and peripheral devices.
• Coordinate with county departments and outside agencies who require digital map information; collect, translate, format and distribute information from both the engineering and GIS systems.
• Apprise users of technological advances; recommend product alternatives; contact vendors for availability and pricing; participate in the purchasing of equipment, software and supplies.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Education, experience and training: Bachelors degree in computer science, engineering or electronics and two years experience in engineering and/or computer operations OR a satisfactory equivalent combination of education, experience or training.

Considerable knowledge of automated equipment and systems; considerable knowledge of computer work stations, logic and operations; considerable knowledge of engineering principles and automation requirements; considerable knowledge of mapping practices and standards; considerable knowledge of programming languages and operating systems; considerable knowledge of mathematics, including trigonometry.

SCREENING & EVALUATION
​While not part of initial applicant screening, the finalist for this position may be required to pass a criminal history background check as part of a contingent offer of employment.  Conviction of a crime may not necessarily disqualify an individual from employment.

To learn more about this position, please review the position classification (Download PDF reader).

Questions?  Contact Human Resources by e-mail at hr@co.douglas.or.us or ph: (541) 440-4405

Douglas County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
Douglas County Statement on Equal Employment Opportunity (Download PDF reader)
If you require any special assistance at any point during the application or selection process and would like to request an accommodation due to a disability, please e-mail a description of your request to Human Resources.

​The URISA Vanguard Cabinet has an exciting opportunity for your GIS students at the GIS-Pro 2020 conference. We are hosting our fourth annual Digital Competition, and I was wondering if you would be able to send out information about this competition to your students.
 
Here is the description for the Digital Competition:
 
URISA’s Vanguard Cabinet is proud to host the fourth annual Digital Competition to promote the GIS profession and attendance of young and emerging professionals at GIS-Pro 2020. The competition will be held virtually prior to the conference, and participants selected to present will receive a one-year URISA membership. The top three presenters will also be awarded a GIS-Pro registration and the opportunity to present their work in conjunction with GIS-Pro 2020.
 
The competition is limited to projects that utilize web and mobile platforms, such as ArcGIS Online, Tableau, Mapbox, or Power BI. Projects should showcase the visualization functions of these platforms while also demonstrating knowledge and proficiency in spatial analytics, cartographic design, and/or geospatial techniques.
 
To enter the competition, participants submit a link to their virtual project and include a 150 to 300-word project abstract detailing the project design, analysis, and implementation. Selected entries will deliver an ignite-style presentation via Zoom on their project’s use of an online visualization platform, geospatial technology, and spatial thinking. The presentations will be judged by a panel of URISA leaders, and based on the judges’ assessments, three presenters will be selected to present their work in conjunction with GIS-Pro 2020.
 
Key Dates

• Abstract submissions due July 31, 2020
• Results/Invitations to participate in Digital Showcase announced during the week of August 10, 2020
• Confirmation of Digital Showcase participation and presentations due August 17, 2020 
• Digital Showcase: August 25, 2020 from 12-2pm PST 

 
Please visit:  https://www.urisa.org/vanguardcabinet  for full details on participant eligibility, submission requirements, and selection criteria. Abstracts are due on July 31st, so don’t miss this chance to get recognized for your work!

https://portofmorrow.bamboohr.com/jobs/view.php?id=15

GIS TechnicianPort of Morrow · Boardman, Oregon

Summary
This position is located in Boardman Oregon, as a member of the Engineering Department at the Port of Morrow. Please visit https://www.portofmorrow.com for additional information about the Port.
 
Responsibilities

• Maintain the Geographic Information System (GIS) and support the POM operations team with utility management/ locate services
• Research and prepare, digitize and input information into the GIS and CAD systems
• Supply related GIS information to internal personnel and external clients
• Create and maintain GIS utilities information by gathering data from as-builts, record drawings, field inspections, Engineering staff and other sources
• Coordination and promote use of GIS systems and products among POM personnel in the maintenance, construction, and operations departments
• Design, develop, and manage GIS database management system, including the conversion of thematic source maps from analog to digital form through the use of appropriate hardware and software
• Maintain hardware, peripherals, GPS units, network, and GIS operating systems
• Prepare GIS plans, data dictionaries, project statements related to GIS, project proposals
• Plan, execute and lead field work in remote environments to generate new or verify mapped information, using standard resources field sampling and scientific methods
• Train and instruct others in the use of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) applications and basic Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Global Positioning Systems (GPS), and related technologies
• Respond to and assemble sewer, storm, water, planning services, and related GIS information requests from the public, contractors and other agencies
• Read, write, and accurately document legal descriptions

 
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Geographic Information System concepts, programs, methodology, and implementation. Editing and geo- referencing in an ESRI versioned environment
• Proficient in CADD, civil 3d preferred
• Municipal code and standard plans for the Port; laws, rules and regulations related to assigned activities
• Principles and practices of civil engineering, field surveying, field-to-office data collection using GPS or Collector app, computer-aided mapping and computer-aided design
• Read, review and understand engineering plans and specifications; interpret plans and survey notes
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Maintain the GIS maps, database, and records
• Examine requests for mapping products and determine method of GIS or CAD to meet the request
• Understand and utilize data conversion tools from CAD to GIS and vice-versa

 
Supervision Received

• General direction and oversight will be provided by the Director of Engineering.

 
Other Functions

• Demonstrate punctual, regular and reliable attendance which is essential for successful job performance
• Present a positive, professional image; maintain cooperative and effective working relationships; assure excellent customer service with internal and external customers

• Execute assignments, projects and job responsibilities efficiently and within defined time-frames; work independently and effectively with little direction
• Demonstrate good judgment and employ critical thinking to execute duties, identify issues, seek solutions and recommend improvements in support of departmental goals
• Provide assistance to staff and higher-level management; participate in resolving operational or interpersonal concerns; participate in training, meetings, and on committees as assigned
• Respect the value of diversity in the workplace and the community
• Perform other duties as assigned

 
Required Minimum Qualifications

• Any combination equivalent to: Associate degree in GIS technology and three years increasingly responsible in GIS and CAD technology; or GIS training as a part of a higher education curriculum with a combination of training and/or job experience that provides the required knowledge and skills
• Valid State driver’s license

 
Proffered Qualifications

• In addition to minimum qualifications, applicants are preferred if they have experience and/or training in land surveying (legal, construction, design) applications.

 
Tools and Equipment Used

• CADD- Civil-3d design software
• GIS Software (ESRI ArcGIS 10.x or higher)
• Trimble Survey Equipment including but not limited to TSC3 & TSC7 controllers, SPS 855 Base stations, SPS 882 rover, M3 Total Station, machine control equipment
• Office 365 MS Office suite

 
Physical Demands

• Sitting, standing for extended periods of time, walking for extended distances in remote areas, kneel down, bend at the waist, swing hammer, lift up to 40 pounds, repetitive hand movements, dexterity of hands and fingers to operate computer keyboard.

 
Work Environment

• Indoor/Outdoor environment; driving a vehicle to conduct work; subject to seasonal heat and cold or adverse weather conditions.

 
Compensation Package
The Port of Morrow is an EOE and offers competitive wages and benefits. The salary for the GIS Supervisor will be $45k - $60k DOE.
 

• Pay is bi-weekly and time cards are required - Health, Dental and Vision Insurance starts the first of the month following 60 days of Currently the Port pays 100% of family coverage. - If you have other group coverage, this can be waived and receive 30% of premium value in pay. - The Port will fund $1500 into and HRA-VEBA account yearly to assist with deductible and copay amounts. - Short-term and Long-term disability benefits available. Premium is paid by the Port.  -  Flexible Spending Account (FSA) is available. Participation is voluntary and paid by employee. - Aflac is available. Participation is voluntary and paid by the employee - Retirement 401A Plan is mandatory participation with employee contribution of 6% immediately and Employer match of 9% annually at end of the fiscal year. Vesting of employer match is 100% at 6th -  Vacation accrues at 2 weeks for the first year (3.1 hours per pay period), and at 3 weeks (4.7 hours per pay period) during years 2-4. - Sick leave accrues at State mandated rate until 52 hours is reached each year. 16 of these hours per year may be used as personal leave. - Annual membership to Life Flight is paid by the Port. -  Employee membership to the Boardman Pool and Rec Center, paid by the Port.  You can add family members at your cost. - $50,000 Life Insurance policy, paid by the Port. -

Calling all U.S. college students!
 
Multiple virtual, unpaid, GIS internships with the Virtual Student Federal Service (VSFS) Program (Apps open Jul 1-31) – Anywhere, USA
 
Apply in July on USAJobs.gov. Search for “VSFS” or “Virtual Student Federal Service”. You may apply to three out of the 31 GIS projects. All candidates will hear by early September if they have been offered a position.
 
Please find just a few examples of GIS projects below:
Groundwater Dependent Ecosystems Inventories Using Survey 123 App and Database Improvement
Modernizing the Forest Service's groundwater dependent ecosystem (GDE) inventory effort is necessary for the stewardship of these resources. This includes the creation and continued improvement of a GDE inventory Survey 123 app and the input of previously collected GDE data into corporate databases.

Connect to the History of Our Public Lands - Support the NFGT Heritage Program
Intern(s) would work with Heritage Program Manager for the National Forests and Grasslands in Texas, performing a majority of data entry and documentation work. Includes engagement and learning with District Heritage Staff to gather information in support of overall Forest Heritage Program. Transfers GPS data to a GIS program loaded in a computer to create a map. Will learn to use applications and databases integral I the management of forest resources.
 
Undiscovered Stories: Create NOAA Fisheries GIS Storymaps
Create Storymaps for the Greater Atlantic Fisheries Region. Gather archival material, quotes, layer GIS maps, run a usability survey, and help the public visualize the data-backed story of ocean users, such as right whales, recreational fishermen, invasive species, and more.
 
For more information, see: https://vsfs.state.gov/
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BACKGROUND
​The MidCoast Watersheds Council (Council) is a non-profit group that has been working for 25 years with interested landowners on projects to improve riparian, stream, estuary, and water quality conditions and remove migration barriers to improve survival of salmon, steelhead, cutthroat trout and lamprey. It has also worked to increase understanding about issues facing our watersheds, and has done policy work to try to address issues at a more systemic level. The Council is governed by a diverse Board of Directors, seeks consensus on issues, and builds partnerships to get things done in a non-regulatory, cooperative manner. We work closely with partners such as ODFW, USFS, USFWS, Lincoln SWCD, Pacific States Marine Fisheries Commission, The Wetlands Conservancy, Audubon Society, and Lincoln, Lane and Benton Counties. The Council receives operational support funds from Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board and also seeks out and receives funds from OWEB, federal and non-governmental organizations to accomplish project work.
 
GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION
The Watershed Restoration Specialist (Specialist) will provide support to the Watershed Council Coordinator (Coordinator) to increase the quantity of high quality projects that can be accomplished. The ideal candidate is experienced in landowner communication and restoration work, is a good writer, and will be able to assist the Coordinator in all aspects of project development, grant writing, project management, and communications as well as accomplishing policy and administrative tasks. Work is expected to begin before the end of August.
 
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
This position requires a highly motivated self-starter with demonstrated ability to work as a part of a productive and talented team. This position has great flexibility to increase responsibilities, roles and salary in all aspects of work the MCWC accomplishes. This position will work both in the office and a field setting. More specifically, the following are examples of the types of duties and responsibilities that the Specialist may be asked to undertake under the guidance of the Coordinator:
 
WATERSHED PROJECT MONITORING, DEVELOPMENT AND MANAGEMENT (estimated 60% of time)

•          Photo and condition monitoring on current, past and future sites
•          Landowner outreach to identify new projects in prioritized areas.
•          Work with existing and seek out new partners and collaborators to further scope and success.
•          Write grant applications and progress reports for projects
•          Prepare GIS maps and perform basic analysis using ArcGIS, maintenance of GIS products and data
•          Manage watershed restoration projects, including working productively with contractors and agency partners and assuring that project requirements and timelines are followed.
•          Write and present short written reports on work undertaken and accomplished
•          Do physical labor that may involve planting, fencing, nursery work and carrying up to 40 lbs of equipment and materials for this work, including in wet conditions and on uneven ground.
•          Do survey and monitoring work that may include: temperature, eDNA sampling, habitat assessment.
•          Actively participate in meetings to further policy positions that represent MCWC interest in water conservation, water quality, habitat conservation and other similar topics

OUTREACH (estimated 30% of time)

•          Arrange for speakers for monthly MCWC community meetings, Alsea Basin and Siletz WC quarterly meetings and seek out interested landowners for projects in those basins.
•          Help recruit and engage volunteers in restoration work parties, conservation nursery work, in field tours, river clean ups and other events.
•          Track volunteer hours, mileage, and participation in relation to specific grants
•          Organize education events, including work parties and field trips, with local school and youth groups

 
ADMINISTRATIVE (estimated 10% of time)

•          Prepare materials for monthly and quarterly meetings; track attendance
•          Prepare press releases and social media communications; update website
•          Maintain physical and digital files to meet administrative and fiscal needs
•          Monitor and respond to communications, be available to the public

SUPERVISION RECEIVED
The Specialist works under the guidance and direction of the Coordinator and seeks input from the same.
Technical assistance is provided as well by the Council’s Technical Team (composed of partner groups). Payroll requirements and fiscal aspects of grant management are under the guidance of the Council’s fiscal specialist.
 
SALARY and BENEFITS
Initial salary for this full time position, depending on experience is $21-23/hour. Good potential to increase Specialist salary in subsequent years through writing successful project grants.  In addition to paid legal holidays, workers compensation, and unemployment insurance, the Council will provide, after 6 months, annual leave, health insurance fund and personal/sick leave.
 
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

•          Two years of work experience in the above fields, especially proven experience in grant writing, project management, and/or landowner and community outreach.
•          Strong interpersonal skills to work with and interact with partners and community members of diverse backgrounds and perspectives in a courteous and professional manner
•          Proficiency with ArcGIS
•          Completion of Bachelor’s degree in natural resource management, fish and wildlife, botany, environmental science, or environmental studies or other related fields
•          Comfort in working outdoors, in an office, and in partner/community meeting environments
•          Proficiency with Microsoft Office program suite, Google Applications, and Adobe products
•          Driver’s license, reliable personal vehicle and adequate liability and collision insurance
•          Experience preferred in environmental DNA sampling and/or stream temperature monitoring

HOW TO APPLY:
Please send the following documents as a single PDF to ari@midcoastwc.org with Watershed Restoration Specialist Position in the subject line. Applications must be received before NOON on August 5th, 2020.

1.        A cover letter of no more than two pages describing how your work experiences have prepared you to successfully complete the position duties.
2.        A resume of no more than two pages
3.        The contact information for at least three professional references. Also provide the date you would be available to start work.

https://www.optresume.com/public-health-data-visualization-analyst-job-in-iowa-city-ia-view-6f8ba38db5d8aef0

​Public Health Data Visualization Analyst
Lantana Consulting Group - Portland, OR
Employment Type : Full-Time

Full Time - Fully Remote

Company: Lantana Consulting Group provides services and software for standards-based health information exchange. We have built our expertise through more than a decade of development and deployment of technical specifications and interoperability solutions. As a distributed company with no single brick and mortar office, Lantana can hire the best available talent and offer a flexible work schedule. We are a small, growing business on a path towards employee ownership.

Primary purpose: Provide data analysis and visualization support for the CDC National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN).

A successful candidate has the skills to:

• Quickly gather requirements, learn subject matter, and extract and transform data.
• Be proficient with PowerBI and Microsoft data toolset.
• Automate, deliver, and schedule visualization reports.
• Test data models, calculations, and quality of analytical output.
• Optimize data models and visualizations for responsiveness and performance.
• Visualize data geospatially using GIS technologies and techniques.
• Understand and use statistical processes and software (SAS, R, Python).
• Apply Microsoft DAX and construct advanced calculations.
• Connect to variety of data sources and proficiently use the queried data in Power BI.
• Be or become familiar with secondary tools and technologies like Microsoft SQL, Azure, Data Lake, NoSQL, data streaming, etc.
• Effectively deliver and present work to the appropriate audience.
• Meet deadlines and manage concurrent deliverables.

Qualifications:

• Proficient in the development of highly visual reports, dashboards, and data narratives.
• Experience with data extraction, cleaning and wrangling, modeling and manipulation to prepare data for analysis, reporting, and visualization.
• Degree in public health, computer science, or related discipline preferred.
• Experience with Healthcare-Associated Infections (HAI) data preferred.
• Knowledge of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN) preferred.

Additional Job Information:

• There are two positions available for this role.
• These positions are mid-to-senior level with opportunity for growth within the company.
• Travel can be up to 5% time, depending on projects and responsibilities. At present, due to COVID-19, no travel or onsite work is required.
• This position is fully work-from-home/remote and accepts all applicants in the US.

​Job Type: Full-time
Experience:

• NHSN: 1 year (Preferred)
• Power BI: 2 years (Required)
• Public Health: 2 years (Preferred)

Company's website:

• https://lantanagroup.com/