The City of Lake Oswego is advertising for a GIS Intern to begin in January.  They are looking for someone to work between 20 to 32 hours per week for 3 to 9 months.   Pay is $13.00/hour.  Resumes due to Roger Shepherd at rshepherd@ci.oswego.or.us by 5:00 pm on December 9.  They will be interviewing for this position during the first two weeks of January.  Please see the attached job announcement for more information.

Typhoon Yolanda has had a devastating impact on the Philippines.
Thousands are feared dead and many more have been affected by one of the strongest storms on record. The work required to respond and recover from this event will be massive.

One way that you can help is by contributing to OpenStreetMap (OSM). OSM is a free and open map of the world that everyone can access and contribute to. Right now, hundreds of volunteers from all over the world are working together to digitize roads, buildings, and other features from satellite imagery made freely available by Microsoft and the US State Department's Humanitarian Information Unit. With the coordination of the Humanitarian OpenStreetMap Team, the geographic information they are creating is already being used by the Red Cross, the United Nations and other responding organizations working in the Philippines. 

To get started, you can:
- Visit the project coordination page for more information:   http://wiki.openstreetmap.org/wiki/Typhoon_Haiyan

- Login to OSM Tasking Manager (OpenStreetMap account required) and click on a task to contribute:  http://tasks.hotosm.org/

If you have any questions or want to learn more you can join the
mailing list of the Humanitarian OpenStreetMap Team:  https://lists.openstreetmap.org/listinfo/hot

GIS Analyst
Job Number: D-1305
Status: Open
Closing Date: 12/6/2013 5:00 PM
Location: East Wenatchee, WA
Wage/Salary: DOE
Duration: Full Time - Regular

GENERAL INFORMATION:  The primary purpose of this position is to assist the District's GIS Administrator in maintaining the data integrity of the District's facility mapping, GIS, and work order systems. The successful candidate will assist in the collection and maintenance of data including customer information, electric system facilities, construction specifications and assemblies, and materials inventory. The position will require field investigations of the District's electric and fiber optic systems facilities. The position will assist the GIS Administrator in evaluating potential GIS software and tools and with providing technical support and services to personnel who use the various systems.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Geography or related field from an accredited four year college or university is preferred. Working knowledge of ESRI ArcMap is required. Working knowledge of Schneider Electric ArcFM, ArcFM Viewer, Designer, Fiber Manager and Inspector and a working knowledge of electrical and fiber distribution systems is highly desirable. Working knowledge of AutoCAD is desirable. The applicant must be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office tools. The applicant must have the ability to operate a variety of equipment including plotters, printers, and GPS units. Applicant must have excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to communicate with customers and co-workers in clear, concise, and courteous fashion. Applicant must be flexible in handling multiple assignments with changing priorities and must reliably meet deadlines. This position requires the ability to perform physical work in an outdoor environment. Knowledge of survey tools, technology and methods is desirable. Applicant must have the ability to maintain detailed records. The GIS Analyst must possess a valid Washington State Drivers License.

This is an administrative position and is not subject to any of the conditions contained in the Collective Bargaining Agreement other than those benefits which apply to all employees.


How to apply for this job:
Resumes must be submitted with our Resume Cover Sheet ( click here to download ). Your cover letter and resume listing qualifications, and our Resume Cover Sheet, must be received by 12/6/2013 5:00 PM . Please note on the outside of the envelope: 
GIS Analyst - D-1305 - East Wenatchee, WA

Mail to:
Rene Rowton
Public Utility District No. 1 of Douglas County
1151 Valley Mall Parkway
East Wenatchee, WA 98802
No e-mail or fax submissions, please.

Interdisciplinary Data Manager, GS-0401/0408-11
Department: Department Of The Interior
Agency: National Park Service


Number of Job Opportunities & Location(s): 1 vacancies - Ashland, Oregon 
Salary: $57,408.00 to $74,628.00 / Per Year 
Series and Grade: GS-0401-11 
Open Period: Monday, November 18, 2013 to Monday, December 02, 2013 
Position Information: Permanent - Full-Time 
Who May Apply: United States Citizens

For the full job description and application details: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/355357200

Job description
The GIS Technician will be responsible for making maps, customized Geographic Information Systems (GIS) applications and manipulating data to serve a variety of purposes. They will read and interpret maps, manipulate and understand digital land data and manage data entered into a GIS database.

This position is located in the Idaho Falls, Idaho office.

Essential Functions

• Design or prepare graphic representations of GIS data, using GIS hardware or software applications, according to RUS (Rural Utility Services) standards.
• Convert data collected from field operations into GIS database with proper and accurate spatial location.
• Interpret aerial photography or imagery
• Analyze GIS data to identify spatial relationships and/or display results of analyses, using maps, graphs, or tabular data.
• Enter data into GIS databases, using techniques such as coordinate geometry, keyboard entry of tabular data, manual digitizing of maps, scanning or automatic conversion to vectors, or conversion of other sources of digital data.
• Maintain or modify existing GIS databases.
• Perform complex drafting work under minimum supervision.
• Review existing or incoming data for currency, accuracy, usefulness, quality, or completeness of documentation.
• Assure consistency with company-wide standards and practices for data conversion, data maintenance and upgrades.
• Prepare quotes based on construction costs for new builds
• Provide technical support within the company to users regarding the maintenance, development, or operation of GIS databases, equipment, or applications.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of business.
• Give continuing and meticulous attention to detail.

Desired Skills and ExperienceMinimum Qualifications

• 30 hours of completed college course work
• One year of experience in GIS database/mapping

Desired Qualifications

• College degree in Geography, Cartography, GIS or closely related field
• Ability to collect, analyze and summarize GIS data
• Ability to georeference/geocode data
• Basic knowledge of cartographic design
• Ability to collect, analyze and summarize GIS data
• Proficient in Microsoft Office software
• Exposure to the telecommunications industry
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Organization and time management skills

For more information and to apply: <http://www.linkedin.com/jobs2/view/9753266>

TWO INTERNSHIPS 
ECONOMIC AND LONG RANGE PLANNING 
10 MONTHS 
20-30 HOURS PER WEEK 
$15 PER HOUR 
 
Must be affiliated with an accredited college or university in a formal internship program. 
 
Duties: 

• Conduct field work on existing conditions of key commercial, office, industrial residential and mixed use corridors. Tasks will include inventorying asset data with an iPad, taking photos, and creating maps in GIS; 
• Review building permit records to build a comprehensive building footprint age database for commercial and industrial structures; 
• Work with city staff to establish Buildable Land Inventory methodology and then execute the model; 
• Conduct research on historic properties across the city. Build comprehensive historic properties database in GIS; 
• Identify and analyze vacant commercial parcels and survey property and business owners regarding potential future and temporary uses; 

 
Desired qualifications: 

• Basic understanding of planning theory and principles; 
  
• Working knowledge of GIS; 
  
• Proficient with Excel spreadsheets; 
  
• Experience conducting land use inventories and documenting existing conditions; 
  
• Experience writing, administering and analyzing surveys; 
  
• Professional customer service; 
  
• Knowledge of ESRI GIS Extensions Network Analyst, Spatial Analyst, ModelBuilding a plus; 
• Basic knowledge on utilization of LIDAR data a plus; 
  
• Bachelor’s degree in urban planning, economics, business, or other relevant field required. 

 
Apply with a City of Beaverton application form and resume to the Human Resources 
Department, Beaverton City Hall, 4755 SW Griffith Drive, Beaverton, OR 97005. Applications 
may be completed on our website at www.BeavertonOregon.gov. Open Until Filled. 

Hey map nerds, geo geeks, and the spatially curious: MaptimePDX[1] is tonight! Come hack with us!

Tonight (Wednesday, November 13th) at 6pm, join us for MaptimePDX[2], a monthly/bi-weekly hack and learn event for the geographically inclined. Tonight's meetup with be a casual hack night, with a group of people working on doing some Humanitarian OpenStreetMap Team[3] work in the wake of the typhoon in the Philippines as well as a variety of other projects. Beginners are very welcome and encouraged to attend! Please bring a laptop if you can.

We all use maps every day. Let's learn how to make them even better... together.

Event Details:

What: MaptimePDX!
When: TONIGHT (Wednesday, November 13th) from 6pm to 8:30pm
Where: Esri R&D Center, 920 SW 3rd Ave #400, Portland, OR
Who: Anyone interested in learning more about maps and geospatial technology.
Why: Because maps are rad!

[1]: http://twitter.com/maptimepdx
[2]: http://calagator.org/events/1250465193
[3]: http://hot.openstreetmap.org/

Assistant GIS Specialist – Demographic Analyst, temporary 
Metro Research Center – Data Resource Center


One full-time, temporary position 
$25.30/hour
Deadline: November 26, 2013

To apply: visit www.oregonmetro.gov/jobs for the complete job announcement and a link to our online hiring center. Metro is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

If you like space and maps, check out these opportunities:

https://www.mapbox.com/jobs/

This month's Conservation GIS gathering, Wednesday, November 13th, will be at the Horse Brass Pub  (4534 SE Belmont St).  Starting around 5:30 - see you there!