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3/15/2023

Yamhill County Veg Management Supervisor (OR)

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The position announcement for the new Yamhill County Vegetation Management Supervisor has come out. Unfortunately I didn't catch it right away, and it closes soon, on March 30, at 3:00 pm. It can be accessed on the Yamhill County website at: Job Opportunities | Sorted by Job Title ascending | Career Opportunties (governmentjobs.com).

When accessing the job announcement, click on the job title and go to the end of the page and click on “Program Supervisor – Vegetation Management Supervisor” to find the job duties and qualifications. Since it is a bit of a labyrinth to access from the Yamhill County website, the pertinent information is also attached here.

​This new position is quite different from the previous vegetation management position at Yamhill County Public Works. The major focus has changed from controlling invasive plants only to include designing and installing revegetation projects for controlling erosion and improving water quality, using native plants wherever possible. The job now involves supervising other employees, including the two GIS Interns who are hired each year from April or May through July to work on the Roadside Vegetation Inventory, collecting data and managing the database in ArcGIS. Over the six years that I have worked as a volunteer to develop the Roadside Vegetation Inventory, all the County roads have been mapped for native plants, invasive plants and erosion. Public Works has established more Special Maintenance Zones for protecting native plants (such as Kincaid's lupine and showy milkweed) and planted several restoration projects with native Willamette Valley prairie plants, all of which need to be monitored and maintained. There is so much more that can be done to "use well-adapted, low-maintenance native plant to provide the benefits of limiting storm water runoff, reducing soil erosion and water pollution, providing habitat, and resisting weed invasion" and to "maintain the unique native plant communities in the roadside landscape that provide a regional identity and natural beauty" -- part of the goals in the Yamhill County Roadside Vegetation Management Plan (updated October 2022). 

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3/13/2023

GIS Specialist w/ City of Olympia (WA)

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https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/olympiawa/jobs/3933695/gis-specialist

About the Position

The Olympia Public Works Department, Water Resources division, seeks a qualified individual to fill the position of Geographic Information System (GIS) Specialist. The GIS Specialist performs moderate to complex GIS functions and also has higher-level communication skills necessary to work with the user community. The GIS Specialist provides support to internal customer representatives from the Storm and Surface Water Utility, Wastewater Utility and Drinking Water Utility. The GIS Specialist works with these internal customers’ subject matter experts and brings their interests, including scoped project needs, to the attention of the City’s Information Services Department for implementation. This is a .75 FTE position.

The GIS Specialist performs technical work to support internal customers’ development, implementation, and maintenance of various geospatial datasets. Work involves research, data collection, data creation, data editing and map production. The GIS Specialist responds to requests for maps, data, and other geospatial information products, and supports internal customers’ use of enterprise GIS applications. The GIS Specialist also performs related work as assigned.

This position currently uses ArcMap to complete assignments. Migration to ArcGIS Pro is
expected in the near-term future.

Ideal Candidate Profile
  • Continuous learner who is passionate about bringing new and innovative ways of displaying geographical information to internal customers.
  • Ability to deliver exceptional customer service.
  • Appreciates working with various staff members across multiple disciplines in a team and collaboration-centered environment.
  • Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines simultaneously.
  • Knowledge of the use of SQL, Python and Arcade within the ESRI environment.
  • Expertise in stewardship and editing Utility system assets in the ESRI Platform (desktop and web environments).
  • Strong knowledge of GIS web and mobile solutions in a production enterprise environment.
  • Knowledge of relational database design and management, principals of cartography, and methods for spatial analysis
  • Skilled in communicating technical information to non-technical end-users.
  • Ability to train and support GIS end users including mobile/field users.
  • Demonstrated willingness to model the City’s values: Integrity, Collaboration, Innovation, Respect and Excellence.
  • Skilled in troubleshooting and problem resolution of spatial data and GIS applications.
  • Familiar with reading drawings including plats, replats, site plans, paving, drainage and utility installations, and uploading/converting data to graphics, attribute tables and spatial data sets.
    Familiar with CityWorks.

Examples of Duties / Knowledge & Skills

The essential functions of this position include but are not limited to
  • Perform moderate to complex geo-processing and analysis using GIS applications to create, edit, and maintain GIS data layers
  • Prepare moderate to complex analysis and maps for public requests, public meetings, planning, public hearings, and environmental analysis.
  • Develop and maintain data quality, cartographic standards, and best practices for GIS.
  • Develop and maintain documentation and metadata for geospatial data.
  • Punctual, regular, and reliable attendance is essential for successful job performance.
  • Creates and maintains public-facing interactive GIS webmaps.
  • Works with City departments to identify and create geospatial data, maps, applications, analysis, and reports.
  • Stay current on GIS technologies and recommend new or additional GIS tools to fulfill the organization’s needs.
  • Creates and maintains metadata according to mapping standards.
  • Assists in the development and maintenance of the City's GIS datasets and Citywide geo-databases in an ArcGIS Enterprise environment.
  • Compiles and integrates data from a wide variety of sources; creates and edits geospatial data using field data and digitizing techniques.
  • Creates geographic data sets and generates resultant maps, charts and other relevant geographic information for departmental analysis and management.

​Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
  • Ability to assist public and/or other City staff in understanding GIS methodology and techniques.
  • Knowledge of published and practiced cartographic, computer programming, GIS and surveying standards.
  • Knowledge of principles, practices, techniques and concepts used in performing geoprocessing functions.
  • Knowledge of spatial database management procedures.
  • Knowledge of computerized mapping hardware capabilities and operations.
  • Ability to operate and use GIS software including ArcMap, ArcGIS Pro, Field Maps, Survey 123, and ArcGIS Online solutions.
  • Ability to independently solve problems, prioritize and organize workload and assume responsibility for meeting deadlines with frequent interruptions.
  • Ability to read, understand and apply technical manuals and procedures.
  • Ability to maintain required records and prepare necessary reports.
  • Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
  • Ability to maintain integrity of work by adhering to the GIS code of ethics.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other staff, vendors, associates, public officials, representatives from other agencies and the general public.
    Demonstrated punctual, regular and reliable attendance is required.

Experience/Education
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in geography, environmental management, computer science or closely related field, plus two years of experience using ESRI GIS software and/or Autodesk CAD software, or any equivalent combination of experience and education which provides the applicant with the desired skills to perform the work.
GIS Certification is desirable.

Contacts
  • The GIS Specialist has daily interaction with City staff to coordinate City and Department programs, projects, and GIS requests.
  • GIS Specialists consult and advise City Council, City Managers, and staff in at all organizational levels.
  • GIS Specialists also work with the public to provide information, training, and interpretation of GIS products.

Supervision
  • May have lead responsibilities.

Accountability
  • Accountable for ensuring GIS data meets all industry applicable rules, regulations and standards for publication on the City Enterprise GIS or as established by the City GIS Analyst.
  • Accountable to Program Supervisor for the accurate and timely completion of assigned tasks.
    GIS personnel have no formal supervisory responsibilities, but are often project lead; trains new employees, assigns tasks and reviews the work of other GIS staff.

Working Conditions
  • Work is usually performed in an office environment with a majority of the time sitting at a computer terminal.
  • Minimal physical exertion is required.
  • Visual acuity is required to prepare maps.
  • The work is detailed and technical, requiring close attention.
  • It may require extended periods of sitting, although the incumbent may stand and move as needed.
  • Fieldwork as necessary to obtain or verity GIS data.

The City of Olympia is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage people who are Black, Indigenous, people of color, transgender, non-binary, LGBTQ, people with disabilities, and women to apply.

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3/13/2023

GIS Data Analyst w/City of Salem (OR)

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https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cityofsalem/jobs/3936677/gis-data-analyst

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Make an impact:
Join the City of Salem to make a difference in facilities and fleet asset management solutions. The Data and GIS team is seeking a passionate and motivated GIS Data Analyst to succeed in geospatial and data strategies for the Enterprise Services Department. You will be the specialized technical data role assigned to the Service Technologies Division, with a focus on fleet programs and our modernization of facility management. This role will be responsible for improving technology solutions by recommending products and services that design, analyze, and share data that drives the City of Salem toward data-driven outcomes.

​This position will provide administrative, functional, and strategic direction to critical on-premises and SAAS enterprise applications. Our Service Technologies Division will use your data management, business intelligence, and analytics solutions to help make decisions and reports. Our Data and GIS team in Enterprise Services focuses on solving challenging problems and building creative solutions that directly impact the community.

Learn and grow:

Teamwork drives our growth mindset, leading to training, conferences, user groups, awards, and collaborating on solutions. You will be contributing to a City that is maturing into data strategies and governance, where data and its value is becoming essential for managers who make policy and operational decisions. Opportunities will arise to develop leadership skills by serving as a technical project manager on small and moderate projects. You will be able to accomplish your goals through our core values of interpersonal skills, thoroughness, accountability, and a positive culture. We pride ourselves on proven track record of providing opportunities for innovation, career development, flexible work schedules, and great work-life balance.

What you will do:

As GIS Data Analyst, you will be responsible for supporting technical day-to-day activities and projects committed to facilities and fleet asset management programs in our Service Technologies Division. Every day, you will be working with data and data solutions. Beyond technical skills, it will be common to coordinate and troubleshoot with your business teams and managers, asset management team, GIS teams, and vendors. You will configure several SaaS software platforms, such as Cityworks, AssetWorks, GeoTab, and a variety ArcGIS solutions and applications to operationalize the data. You will bring data management best practices and use your data analytics skill to troubleshoot, study, and analyze business data. Be responsible for influencing non-technical staff by performing spatial analysis and predictive modeling to share insights and data stories. At times, you will edit spatial data in the citywide enterprise geodatabases and be expected to document processes and metadata. You will lead the division data and GIS technical space and create map services and applications that improve and expand the data services to educate the division, city, and the community. You will interact with your peers in the Data and GIS team and coordinate activities and tasks for Service Technologies into the citywide geospatial strategy and work plans.

What you will bring along:
  • Experience and skills in the Esri ArcGIS platform and its overall suite of software and apps.
  • Ability to design, develop, and deliver data models and edit spatial and attribute data.
  • Ability to configure and manage Asset Management SaaS solutions.
  • Knowledge of statistics, data research, and spatial analysis to interpret and evaluate.
  • Ability to use dashboards and storymaps to create meaningful reports and stories.
  • Ability to use programming logic to automate and improve processes.
  • Knowledge to improve real-time location intelligence.
  • Demonstrate end user support and customer communication for exceptional outcomes.

What are the minimum qualifications?
  • Must pass the pre-employment background check.
  • Must have an Oregon Driver license and have a driving record that meets the City of Salem's driving standards.
  • Bachelor's degree in geography, planning, engineering, business, computer technology or related course of study; and two years GIS experience which included designing, creating, maintaining, and analyzing geospatial and tabular data; and writing GIS script or applications programming, or any combination of experience and training that demonstrate possession of the knowledge, skills, and abilities as listed, and ability to perform the essential job functions.
  • Depending on area of assignment, may be required to pass a criminal background check necessary to obtain Criminal Justice Information System clearance and Law Enforcement Data
  • System certification within 30 days of hire (clearance must be maintained throughout employment).

Additional information on job responsibilities:
  • Assist configuring Cityworks, Assetworks, and GeoTab software and provide system support for customers utilizing these software systems for City business.
  • Provide full lifecycle GIS support supporting data management, monitoring, field collection, analysis, application configuration, and cartography.
  • Programming skills in python, arcade, or similar, to improve automation and processes.
  • Monitor and represent facility and fleet asset lifecycle data governance.
  • Assist in creating and monitoring a system of controls, procedures, and forms for division workflows.
  • Consult, direct, and advise with GIS management and administration for operational and strategic objectives.
  • Assist with City and departmental requests for information.

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3/13/2023

GIS Supervisor w/Tacoma Water (WA)

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https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/tacoma/jobs/3915700/gis-supervisor
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Tacoma Water is looking for a Geographical Information System (GIS) Supervisor to join their amazing team! The GIS Supervisor plays a key role in guiding the direction, innovation, and sustainment of Tacoma Water’s GIS capability. This role will supervise a team of seven represented GIS members who work to keep Water’s GIS maps, apps and data accurate in support of Water operations. In this role you will help to shape the GIS strategic direction from both an architectural and implementation perspective. The position will work with appropriate department staff to make modifications to the GIS infrastructure, training, and support processes to align with the strategic direction of Water.

​Responsibilities Include:
  • Supervise a team of GIS professionals represented by various labor unions by motivating, training, and delegating assignments; monitoring performance; conducting performance evaluations; and taking disciplinary/corrective action.
  • Foster environment of learning and collaboration by setting performance standards and expectations; providing feedback; and supporting career development of staff.
  • Direct and support geospatial team in the automation of GIS workflows and streamline processes and procedures
  • Act as a department liaison between the Tacoma Water GIS team and other information technology groups within the utility to ensure the overall health of the GIS environment.
  • Engage with customers, end users, GIS professionals, IT professionals, and management to discuss GIS solutions, business needs, and desired outcomes.
    Prioritize activities of the Geospatial team, in alignment with Business Services, Operational Technology, and Tacoma Water priorities.
  • Participates in key planning and decision-making activities and provides leadership and guidance to staff
  • Mature the GIS service delivery model by developing Service Portfolio, and Service Level Agreements (SLA’s)
  • Perform hiring activities such as recruitment, applicant review, applicant interviews, and make hiring recommendations of staff.
  • Design, plan, and implement long term GIS solutions to support business customers and their changing needs across the water utility.
  • Research, investigate, and make recommendations regarding development, issuance, and evaluation of responses for RFPs and RFQs for the acquisition of software, hardware and professional services contracts
  • Develop organizational design plan and make recommendations to the Operational Technology
  • Services Assistant Division Manager and Business Services Section Manager, to include reporting structure of the team, team size, concentration of technical skill sets and behavioral
  • competencies, and enhancing/streamlining process flows
    Adapts standard project approaches and templates to unique situations
  • Anticipates, assesses, and responds to changing customer needs
  • Actively seeks opportunities to improve business practices and provide innovative solutions.

Qualifications
Minimum Education*
Bachelor's degree (may prefer/require Master's degree)
Minimum Experience*
5 years of software development, software architecture and database/ data warehouse experience including 1 year prior at senior, lead and/or supervisory level.
*Equivalency: 1 year of experience = 1 year of education

Desired Qualifications:
  • 4 years of proven expertise in GIS analysis using ESRI software or other related experience in information technology
  • 3 or more years of lead or supervisory experience with demonstrated success in leading teams
    Experience trouble shooting all types of technical issues and providing support on GIS applications, systems, ESRI software and supporting tools.
  • Recent experience developing agency-wide information technology system architecture in support of GIS application development using ArcGIS Enterprise (Server and/or Portal)
  • Knowledge and experience in all systems development life cycle stages.
  • Possession of industry certifications such as ITIL, GISP, or other technical certifications.

Knowledge & Skills
  • Strong customer focus through building customer relationships, positive attitude, and proven methods to effectively manage customer interactions.
  • Strong project management skills.
  • Experience with geospatial technologies and systems.
  • Current knowledge of ESRI’s GIS software platform including ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS Online, ArcGIS Hub, SDE for SQL server, and ArcGIS Desktop. Familiar with mobile GIS, image processing, data analytics tools, scripting/programming, and spatial visualization.
  • Experience in vendor management, procurement, and contracting.
  • Pursues recommended training and industry certifications to stay current in the field.
  • Knowledge of basic managerial principals including development of goals, translation into a work program, development of budgets.

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3/13/2023

GIS Specialist w/ International Archaeology (O'ahu, HI)

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Company:  International Archaeology, LLC (IA)
Position Title:  GIS Specialist
Position Status:  Half-time to Full-time (Non-Exempt)
Location:  Honolulu, Hawai‘i
 
Company Description
International Archaeology, LLC (IA) is an equal opportunity employer that provides a full range of archaeological and cultural resource management services to private businesses; federal, state, county, and territorial government and Defense Department agencies; educational institutions; and individuals.  Our experienced staff of archaeologists and cultural preservation professionals have an outstanding record of achievements.  We provide services to clients throughout Hawai‘i, the Pacific Basin, and East Asia, from our main office in Honolulu, and a branch office in Guam that serves the Mariana Islands and locations throughout Micronesia.  IA is committed to serving our community, and one of the main aims of our work is stewardship of cultural resources – ensuring they will be available for future generations.

Position Summary

IA seeks a GIS Specialist to join our team.  This position involves working within the cultural resource consulting discipline to support collection of field data, production of technical reports, and geodatabase deliverables. Duties include responding to field crews and report authors in a timely manner, following company procedure, and preparing standardized deliverables.  Minimally half-time position, non-exempt; based on performance, fit, and company needs there is the potential for a full-time position.

Essential Job Duties and Functions

·         Report to the GIS Director and/or the Technology Manager
·         Respond to the needs of field crews to support GPS data collection
·         Coordinate with report authors to produce informative and pleasing graphics present the results of field survey or analyses
·         Work with standardized geodatabases (SDSFIE, Navy Data Model, GeoFidelis)
·         Prepare GIS deliverables to the specification of the client
·         Practice good cartographic techniques and exercise a good sense of graphic design
·         Perform basic geospatial analyses
·         Train archaeologists on the use of GPS units and related software, including web apps
·         Assist with tracking GIS licenses and GPS hardware
·         Help update standard operating procedures and the departmental style guide
·         Practice good file organization
·         Use Google Workspace to manage tasks and communicate with team members
·         Additional duties as assigned

Requirements

·         Undergraduate degree in anthropology, geography, forestry or a related discipline
·         At least one year of experience in GIS including cartography and working with geodatabases
·         At least one year of experience using GPS in the field
·         High degree of competence in ArcGIS Desktop, ArcCatalog, ArcToolbox
·         Solid proficiency in Google Workspace, Excel, Word, and Adobe Acrobat
·         Understanding of Microsoft Windows
·         Good oral and written communication skills
·         Must pass a background check.
·         Must be a U.S. resident or have a valid U.S. work permit.
·         Three strong references

To Be the Best Fit We Seek Someone With

·         High level of professionalism
·         Great attention to detail
·         Familiarity with industry best practices and professional standards
·         Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
·         Strong organization and follow-through skills
·         The ability to prioritize tasks, multi-task and meet deadlines
·         Strong ability to work both independently and well as part of a team
·         A willingness to learn and take the initiative on a variety of tasks and projects
·         A positive attitude
·         The ability to be flexible and adaptable to changes within the position and company
·         Experience with ArcGIS Collector, ArcGIS Survey123, ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, Microsoft Access, SQL, or Python is a plus
·         Experience with a variety of GPS units (Trimble, Arrow, Bad Elf, Spectra, Emlid, etc) and mobile device data collection apps is a plus
·         Experience with total station or RTK GPS is a plus
·         Experience with IT help desk, on-site IT, Windows networking, or Mobile Device Management software is a plus

Compensation and Benefits

·         Starting wage is between $25-$27/hour, commensurate with experience.
·         Paid employee health plan (medical, dental, prescription drug, and vision), if at least half-time
·         Eligible for 403b retirement program
·         Eligible for parental leave after one year
·         Eligible for Flexible Spending Account
·         Paid Time Off (vacation and sick leave)

Job Type

·         Half-time, non-exempt, with room to grow

Schedule

·         Monday to Friday half-days

Ability to Commute/Relocate

·         Must live on O‘ahu or planning to relocate before starting work (Required).

Contact

Please submit a letter of interest and résumé (including three references) to TRieth@iarii.org and Businessoffice@iarii.org.  Closing date:  open until filled.

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3/10/2023

GIS Analyst w/ Aspect Consulting (PNW region)

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https://www.aspectconsulting.com/careers#gisanalyst

GIS Analyst
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Level: Staff 2 or 3
Office: Multiple
Posted: March 9, 2023

Aspect Consulting, LLC (Aspect), an earth science and engineering consulting firm, is seeking a GIS Analyst to join our growing Data + Mapping Practice. Aspect works on a wide range of environmental and water resources projects for public- and private-sector clients, positively impacting communities right here in the Pacific Northwest. As a Staff GIS Analyst, you will work to develop GIS solutions, data, and maps to support these projects. Our GIS Analysts work closely with Aspect’s staff scientists and engineers on highly collaborative and dynamic project teams—and, in some cases, work directly with clients on GIS-centric projects.

Being part of our Data + Mapping Practice means developing expert-level skills in exploring, managing, refining, analyzing, and visualizing environmental data. At Aspect, you’ll have the opportunity to expand and grow your GIS and communication skills, distilling technical information to a broad range of audiences, while working alongside our team of talented professionals.

The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented and creative problem solver, well-versed in an array of GIS techniques and technologies. You know how to collect, manage, organize, and query geospatial data however you receive it—and are comfortable without a roadmap to every technical challenge. You enjoy working on multiple projects, are skilled at managing deadlines and priorities, and are adept at switching gears when needed. You embrace being a key member of a high-energy team, collaborating and communicating with technical and non-technical audiences alike.

Job Description:
  • Perform geospatial data management and spatial analysis, supporting our work in environmental, infrastructure, stormwater, and water resources projects.
  • Craft or edit high-quality, communicative print and web-based maps and graphics that tell cohesive stories and clearly illustrate project information and solutions to clients, project teams, and regulators.
  • Develop, support, and maintain mobile field data collection resources and processes, primarily using Esri Field Maps.
  • Assist with data acquisition, editing, cleaning, feature digitization, analysis/data documentation, and import/export/ETL processes for Aspect clients and project teams.
  • Provide technical support and troubleshooting for map- and data-related issues.
  • Work with relational/table-based data in the development of data-driven map products, particularly figures depicting subsurface/environmental site conditions.
  • Use any additional technical skills (open-source GIS, scripting/coding, data science/statistics, database management, IT, graphic design, writing) to solve problems, improve workflows, and advise internal and external clients.

Required Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s Degree (preferably in geography/GIS or science degree with geography/GIS certificate), or equivalent training/certification/experience
  • 2 + years professional experience in GIS, preferably in a professional services/consulting setting
  • Experience using ArcGIS Pro and ArcMap
  • Experience with ArcGIS Online/Portal
  • Demonstrable data management skills
  • Experience and skill producing professional map products (candidates selected to interview will be asked to submit a portfolio or examples of select work)

​Workplace Setting:
Aspect’s interactive team of 130+ professionals work across seven offices in Washington and Oregon. Our casual, collaborative, and professional environment gives you the flexibility to work remotely as your role allows. Roles do require being in the office and at client sites when needed to complete their work successfully. Staff should be able to get to their assigned office within a reasonable commute time.
Why Aspect?Active, Engaged, Growing. Aspect Consulting is the home of regionally focused earth+water specialists in geotechnical engineering, hydrogeology, geology, environmental remediation, and stormwater. A diverse blend of public and private projects ranging in technical complexity provides you with a balance between applied problem-solving, technical analysis, and design. For ambitious entry-level and seasoned practice builders alike, Aspect offers a supportive, collaborative workplace designed to help you thrive and grow professionally.

We are taking a responsible approach to create a healthy work environment and meet the requirements of many of our public and private clients. As part of our commitment to the health and safety of our employees and clients, we require COVID-19 vaccines for all employees who work at client sites or in the office and all newly hired employees.

Compensation and Benefits:
Aspect is proud to offer a generous compensation and benefits package and incentive compensation system to reward the collective team and recognize individual contributors.

Compensation is determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, education, experience, performance, and licensure. The compensation range for this role is as follows:
  • Staff 2: $75,000 – $77,500
  • Staff 3: $ $80,000 - $84,000
We offer fully paid employee Medical, Dental, Vision, Short- and Long-Term Disability, and Life Insurance. Medical, Dental, and Vision for dependents are 50% paid. Based on plan requirements, employees can participate in a Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account, Dependent Care Account, and Commuter Parking Reimbursement. Eligible employees can contribute to our 401k plan with annual Safe Harbor Contributions (3% of annual earnings). All benefits are based on eligibility and benefit plan design.
Aspect employees enjoy 9 to 10 paid holidays per year, a minimum of 10 vacation days per year (based on years of industry experience), and sick time accrued on hours worked (approximately eight days a year). Additional benefits include a cell phone stipend ($90/month), home office equipment reimbursement (up to $300/year), public transportation commute reimbursement (75%), and mileage reimbursement for business travel.

Aspect also offers several discretionary bonus opportunities based on individual performance and firm success available to all eligible employees.
Aspect Consulting is an equal-opportunity employer. Our Racial, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (REDI) team works actively to identify and work towards collective Diversity, Inclusion, and Equity goals.

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3/7/2023

Urban Forestry Assistant (Field data collection) w/ City of Portland Parks & Rec

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https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/portlandor/jobs/3916792/urban-forestry-assistant-community-service-aide-ii

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As an Urban Forestry Assistant, you will…
Measure, map, and identify street trees in Portland neighborhoods. Work will include collecting and managing tree data, representing the program to the public, and leading the work of youth and volunteers.
 
Data from the Tree Inventory Project contributes to improving urban forest management and planning- ensuring that all Portlanders have access to the very important public health and environmental services provided by trees- cleaning the air, providing shade and cooling our city, reducing stress and improving mental health, providing wildlife habitat, and creating safer streets.

We are looking for team members who are…
  • Excited to learn – All about trees in the city!
  • Equity Minded – Valuing diversity, equity and inclusion
  • Detail-oriented – Able to stay focused, and care about getting things right
  • Outdoor lovers – This is not a desk job! You’ll spend most of your time outside, in all conditions
  • Good communicators – Our team members work closely and depend on each other, and we represent our programs to the public every day

​Duties will include the following:
 
  • Collecting street tree data, including tree identification, measurement, and assessment using mobile GIS
  • Leading, training, and coordinating the work of youth and volunteers in tree identification and data collection
  • Traveling to neighborhoods across Portland, interacting with a diversity of residents and providing information on Portland’s urban forest
This position will work regularly outdoors in all weather conditions. This work requires the ability to move around on uneven terrain, and lift and carry items up to 30 pounds. Valid driver's license preferred, but not required.
 
Position details: 
  • Work schedule is 40 hours/week, M-F 7:00 am – 3:30pm, and may include occasional weekends or evenings 
  • Start date is May 11, 2023 and runs for 5-6 months (start dates may be flexible)
  • Starting pay rate is $24/hour
  • Work site is The Portland Building, 1120 SW 5th Ave, Portland OR 97204

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3/6/2023

GIS Operations Manager w/ PacifiCorp (pdx or SLC)

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​https://careers.pacificorp.com/job/PORTLAND-Geographic-Information-System-%28GIS%29-Operations-Manager-%28SLC%2C-UT-or-Portland%2C-OR%29-110105-OR-97232/998155100/

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Date: Feb 27, 2023

​Location:
 PORTLAND, OR, US, 97232

Company: 
PacifiCorp
JOIN OUR TEAM!PacifiCorp is seeking customer-centric candidates to grow and sustain our commitment to a culture of customer service excellence, environmental sustainability and diversity, equity and inclusion.

General Purpose
 
The position reports to the Director of GIS, Mapping & Data Management and will be responsible for functional oversight of the day-to-day operations of a highly customer service driven GIS Solutions group. The GIS Solutions group manages and maintains geospatial data, performs related analysis and decision support, provides both services and products for diverse business units, and creates various web and mobile map-based applications. The GIS Operations Manager implements strategy and priorities developed by GIS Director.  The GIS Operations Manager performs day to day management of staff and projects, leads and contributes to projects, and assists in establishing and implementing business objectives.  

Responsibilities
  • Plan and manage the work for the GIS Solutions group. 
  • Lead the functional team, projects and initiatives, direct day-to-day activities, and provide guidance and recommendations.
  • Develop and ensure internal goals are set, measured, met, and maintained.
  • Develop project plans, negotiate timelines and schedule with internal customers, and monitor progress. 
  • Manage projects, customer client expectations and related interaction between customers and the project team members.
  • Oversee Amazon Web Service (AWS) cloud hosted GIS services and applications supporting a number of web and mobile applications.
  • Assist technical staff with administration of Cloud based systems (AWS, ArcGIS Online)
  • Implement BHE and PacifiCorp business initiatives as it relates to GIS support services.
  • Work closely with other internal departments to fulfill regulatory reporting and data delivery requirements.
  • Work across PacifiCorp groups to ensure proper management of geospatial data, delivery of geospatial data and solutions and optimization of systems and processes.
  • Identify process improvement opportunities and implement efficiency, standardizations and improvements to ensure rapid customer response and data quality. 
  • Oversee the preparation of required exhibits for submission to stakeholders and Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC).
  • Review and validate work product performing quality control.
  • Guide and mentor technical staff assisting with analysis, recommendations and/or implementation of technical procedure, current and future technologies and process enhancements.
  • Develop and monitor metrics and measures for the GIS solutions group and report to director.  
  • Assist Director in supporting internal initiatives, facilitating GIS services to company business units, generating proposals, and project estimates. 
  • Facilitate team efforts, provide guidance and direction to team members, and communicate project objectives, parameters, status, and outcomes.
  • Provide input into team employee performance reviews. Flag performance and personnel issues for resolution.
     
Requirements
  • Bachelor's Degree in business, engineering, computer science, geographic information systems (GIS) or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • 7 years of experience leading, managing, and delivery of GIS services, products, applications.
  • A minimum of three years of demonstrated leadership/supervisory or functional management experience.
  • 6 years of experience working at or with an Electric Utility.  
  • Experience working with ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS Online, and the configuration, deployment, and support of various ArcGIS web maps, operations dashboards, and mobile applications such as ArcGIS Collector, Survey 123, and ArcGIS Field Maps.
  • Leadership and teamwork skills including the ability to implement action plans for achieving objectives and to oversee daily operations.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills to facilitate team efforts, provide guidance and direction to team members, communicate expectations, project objectives, parameters, status, and outcomes. 
  • Ability to communicate complexity to non-technical customers.
  • Direct experience working electrical utility operations, field operations, electrical systems connectivity, and related mapping and spatial data management.
  • Significant and demonstrated technical experience with ESRI ArcGIS products including ArcGIS Desktop and ArcGIS Pro, and ArcFM.
  • Significant and demonstrated experience with geodatabase modeling, and various geospatial databases and data formats.
  • Assessment skills including problem diagnosis and identification of proper methods and techniques to resolve and prevent future problems.
  • Analytical and evaluation skills to define critical tasks, establish sequence of events, identify individuals/teams, timelines, and outcomes, and product project plans.
  • Project management skills to develop and monitor work and budgets, determine specifications, schedules, timelines, and define deliverables.
     
Preferences
  • Experience working Transmission & Distribution Operations internal customers and utility field employees.
  • Advanced geospatial analytical skills.
  • Hands on experience working with Safe Software’s Feature Manipulation Engine (FME).
  • Experience and proficiency with Python
  • Experience with AWS, networking, and SQL Server RDBMS
  • Experience building and supporting mobile map and forms based applications for field employees
     
Additional Information
Req Id: 110105
Company Code: PacifiCorp 
Primary Location:  Salt Lake City, UT or Portland, OR
Department: Pacific Power
Schedule: Full-time
Personnel Subarea: Exempt   
Hiring Range: $113,100 - $133,000 
This position is eligible for an annual discretionary performance incentive bonus of up to 15.00% of salary.

Benefits: Health care, retirement, paid time off, tuition assistance, paid short-term and long-term disability, paid bereavement leave. For more information, please visit: https://careers.pacificorp.com/content/New-Benefits-Page/?locale=en_US

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3/6/2023

GIS Tech/Cartographer w/ Polk County (OR)

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https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/polkcoor/jobs/3929235/cartographic-gis-technician

Assists in the maintenance of the cadastral mapping system and associated real property records for the purpose of assessments.
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General Statement
Polk County, the Organization:
Polk County takes pride in knowing that our employees are what makes the County a great place to work. We have a strong desire for each employee to feel respected; connected to the department they work for as well as other County departments and the community at large; and know that they are critical to County business. We understand that work may be necessary, but not what should define each individual. We all have diverse personalities and interests away from the job, and at Polk County we encourage our employees to be connected to something bigger than work.

Benefits:
Polk County offers generous employee benefits including, but not limited to:
  • 11 paid holidays per year
  • 8 hours of vacation earned monthly with increases every 5 years
  • 8 hours of sick leave earned monthly
  • 4-5 Personal Leave Days earned each fiscal year (Depends on position; prorated depending on date of hire)
  • PERS (Public Employees Retirement System) - 100% employer funded contributions
  • Full health benefits for the employee and qualified family members with the employee paying only 10% of the premium 
  • Basic life Insurance - employer paid
  • Optional benefits such as additional life insurance, short term disability, deferred compensation savings program and flexible spending accounts for unreimbursed medical and dependent care expenses
  • Qualifying employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

Our Community:

Polk County is located in the Willamette Valley just an hour from the Pacific Coast to the west and an hour from Portland to the north. The population is approximately 87,000 and the area spans about 744 square miles, with two thirds of the western part of the county being forest. National protected areas include the Baskett Slough National Wildlife Refuge and Siuslaw National Forest.

The County is part of the agricultural richness the Willamette Valley has to offer. In recent decades, the valley has also become a major wine producer, with Polk County being one of the best in the area. The valley is often known as the “Oregon Wine Country.” Polk County has over 25 wineries alone.


Polk County also houses the beautiful liberal arts college, Western Oregon University (WOU), and is only 30 miles from Oregon State University. WOU was an inaugural winner of the Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) award. This award recognizes universities and colleges that have demonstrated the highest level of commitment and action towards fostering a campus community that celebrates all the many facets of diversity. WOU is one of the most diverse universities in Oregon and has a higher percentages of Latino students in the Oregon University system.


Qualifications

Please refer to the Class Specification for the full job description and minimum experience, education and training requirements for this position. 

Supplemental Information
** A cover letter is required. If you are a military veteran and want to apply for Veterans' Hiring Preference, you must attach the Veterans' Preference Form (available on our website) and your DD-214/215 and/or disability letter. **

** DO NOT ATTACH
 ANY OTHER DOCUMENTS (transcripts, letters of recommendation, certificates, etc.) They will not be considered at the application stage. You may bring them to the interview if you are selected to interview. **  ​

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3/3/2023

Aerial Photography and Documents Coordinator w/ University of Oregon (Eugene)

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https://careers.uoregon.edu/en-us/job/531316/aerial-photography-and-documents-coordinator?mc_cid=d8dc4ead2e&mc_eid=b213983529

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Position Summary
UO Libraries seeks a collaborative, communicative, and adaptable individual to coordinate and support Knight Library’s Aerial Photography Research Service (APRS). This position will be the primary coordinator for the APRS and manage a fee-based service that annually processes hundreds of requests for access to the UO’s aerial photography collection (an estimated million unique images of Oregon dating from 1929 to the 2000s). This one-of-a-kind collection brings together imagery of Oregon from federal, state, and private flights. Often, UO is the only known holder of these prints and films, which are used extensively to document historic conditions, land use, and environmental change. As coordinator, this position will also play a key role in identifying, planning, and carrying out digitization projects and GIS indexing projects to make this physical collection digitally accessible.

This position will also support the Cartographic, Spatial Data, and Government Documents Librarian in government documents, maps, and aerial photography collection management and maintenance, as well as other collections- and shelving-related projects as needed. They will carry out the hiring, training, scheduling, and supervising of student assistants, train Access Services employees on basic aspects of APRS and Government Documents, and communicate with patrons, colleagues, and business partners via e-mail, telephone, and in person. The person in this position will work collaboratively with other Libraries branches, units, and departments, including the Access Services and Research & Instructional Services departments. This position also oversees daily collection maintenance, management, and digitization projects for government documents, maps, and aerial photography and performs various tasks in support of the Data Services Department within the Research, Instruction, and Access Services Division of UO Libraries.

We are aware that some people are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every qualification in the job description including the preferred qualifications. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job and recognize that a successful candidate may come from a less traditional career trajectory, such as having skills and abilities gained outside a classroom context, or an equivalent skill set. We encourage you to apply, even if you don’t believe you meet every one of our preferred qualifications.

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