Part-Time: GPS data collection & GIS mapping specialist

JOB TITLE
GPS Data Collection and GIS Mapping Specialist

JOB DESCRIPTION
This position is for a part-time Mapping Specialist that will work independently with minimal supervision to research, plan, collect, interpret and print scaled maps for a variety of environmental projects, such as Sustainable Neighborhoods, Wetland and Stream Boundaries, Habitat and Species studies, Natural Resources, Mitigation Plans, Environmental Site Assessments, Soil, Groundwater and Soil Vapor Investigations, and
Remediation.

This position will prepare, layer, and scale maps and figures such as: Vicinity, Parcel, Plot, Aerial Photograph, Sample Location, Topographic, National Wetlands Inventory, Soil Survey, Flood Plain, Local Wetlands Inventory, Wetland and Stream Survey, Water Type, Priority Habitat and Species, and Lidar.

PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Strong GIS skills with the ESRI suite of software (ArcInfo, ArcGIS 9.3, ArcView,ArcMap), AutoCAD, Google Earth, Trimble and Delorme devices

Proficient with Microsoft software (Word, Excel, Access, Power Point)

Use GPS to collect environmental data and navigate in the field

Good information technology (IT) technical skills

A basic understanding behind data management and relationship databases

Maintains and updates the existing GIS library and data sets

Strong understanding and import of raster and vector data collection and
conversion

Experience in working with a variety of coordinate systems and performing
transformations from variable datasets

Skilled in geo-referencing images into various GIS platforms

Advanced computer cartography and scale conversions

Exceptional technical editing and writing ability

Work and import shapefiles, professional land surveys and .pdf conversions

Proven ability to organize large amounts of data and present in easily
understandable format

Strong mathematical, statistical and analytical proficiency

Ability to create, edit, display and analyze environmental data

Analyze data to determine validity, quality, and scientific significance, and to interpret correlations between human activities and environmental effects

Prepare charts or graphs from data samples and provide summary information on the environmental relevance of the data

SOCIAL AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Comfortable with a fast-paced office and rapidly changing environment

Self motivated and independent worker and able to finish a job with minimal
oversight within given timeframe and budget

Positive and able to communicate and work effectively with staff and clients

Must be a people person and able to work as a team

Works with a can-do attitude

Ability to make informed decisions quickly and efficiently

Communicate scientific and technical information through oral briefings, writtendocuments, workshops, conferences, and public hearings.

Able to walk, stand, bend and lift 30+ pounds, work in all weather conditions and difficult terrains

Capable of working both inside (at the office) and outside (on the job site)

Valid driver’s license and dependable vehicle for travel to job sites

EXPERIENCE
One year work experience in a professional company or pubic agency preparing scaled GIS maps.

EDUCATION
Bachelor’s or higher level college degree in GIS, Geography, Computer Science, Environmental or Engineering discipline.

WORK SCHEDULE
Part-time, Monday through Friday.

SALARY
Commensurate with level of education, experience and technical skill.

RESUME SUBMITTAL INFORMATION
Closing date: 2.16.10
Mail resume to: EnCo Environmental Corporation
P.O. Box 1212
Puyallup WA 98371
E-mail resume to: gkemp@encoec.com
Fax resume to: 253.841.0264