Thu, 11 Jun 2026 12:47:33 -0700WeeblyThu, 11 Jun 2026 19:16:39 GMThttps://www.christinafriedle.com/blog/remote-sensing-analyst-limited-durationSeeking a Remote Sensing Analyst for a conservation agriculture project mapping tillage intensity and cover crop performance within the Chesapeake Bay Watershed. Looking to hire an analyst to complete project deliverables, and add to existing workflow programmed in python uhsing jupyter notebooks within a google colab environment. Guidance will be provided to direct specific work objectives. Impactful outcomes serve stakeholders in the Chesapeake Bay conservation community. Ideal candidate has experience with python programming and workflows to support remote sensing cal/val, and can begin immediately.

​This is a short-term contract without benefits, 20-40 hours per week through December 2026.  If interested, please email CV and transcripts to Dr. Brian Lamb (blamb@usgs.gov), on a short timeframe.
]]>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 16:40:00 GMThttps://www.christinafriedle.com/blog/geospatial-uas-analyst-w-the-pueblo-of-sandia-bernalillo-nmhttps://paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/portal/f0cd6ecb5a46ad25f1b61e1f4acf91bc/jobs/59871

Position Summary
Provides technical support through the collection, analysis, and reporting of spatial and geographic data.  Serves as the primary Remote Pilot in Command for aerial data acquisition and manages the end-to-end lifecycle of drone-based mapping from flight planning to complex post-processing.  Responsible for leveraging GIS information, remote sensing data and spatial modeling techniques to support decision making across projects related to all departments and other tribal issues. 
Our philosophy is built on the principles of integrity, fairness, collaboration, communication, and recognition for performance excellence. Meeting all performance standards leads to attracting and retaining a qualified workforce, provides opportunities for qualified team members, and contributes towards the ongoing success of the Pueblo of Sandia today and in the future.  

​Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Serves as the primary Remote Pilot in Command (RPIC) for UAS operations, ensuring all flights comply with FAA Part 107 regulations and tribal policies.
2. Develops and executes flight plans, including airspace research, weather monitoring, and mission risk assessments for all aerial data acquisition.
3. Collects Global Positioning System (GPS) and Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) data in the field, and performs office-based processing to create, update, and edit GIS data layers.
4. Performs post-processing of aerial imagery to produce orthomosaics, 3D models, and digital elevation datasets for departmental and tribal reports.
5. Maintains the UAS fleet and associated hardware, including routine maintenance, firmware updates, and the documentation of detailed flight logs.
6. May be required to assist the GIS Specialist and GIS Manager in the generation of maps, workshops, meetings, and seminars designed to educate community members on GIS and UAS technology.
7. Creates metadata and reports on GIS and UAS data as needed to ensure data integrity and traceability.
8. In consultation with the Planning and Zoning Director and the GIS Manager, provides assistance in the maintenance of, and updates for, the Pueblo’s Enterprise Geodatabases and GIS data models for Pueblo’s Geospatial Asset Management System (GAMS).
9. In consultation with the GIS Manager, develops and updates Pueblo’s Portal for ArcGIS GAMS feature layers and services for internal use.
10. Follows GIS Program Quality Assurance Project Plan (QAPP) and Standard Operating procedures (SOPs) as required by the GIS Program.
11. Stay current with emerging technologies and methodologies. 
12. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support planning, operations and strategy.
13. Ensure data accuracy integrity and compliance with standards.
14. Performs additional duties and responsibilities as necessary or assigned

]]>Mon, 01 Jun 2026 17:26:14 GMThttps://www.christinafriedle.com/blog/gis-intern-w-county-of-napa-cahttps://governmentjobs.com/jobs/5343426

The GIS Team at the Planning, Building, and Environmental Services Department (PBES) is currently experiencing an exciting growth period in which the services they offer are expanding beyond the department's Planning Division to include all divisions within PBES, including the Environmental Health, Engineering, Building, Code Compliance, and Parks and Open Space divisions. The GIS Team provides a wide range of services, including the maintenance of over 160 GIS data layers, preparing data analytics and reporting, creating departmental graphics and cartography, and managing a suite of web-based GIS maps and analytical tools used by PBES. 

​The GIS Intern provides technical services relating to the development and operation of the department's Geographic Information System (GIS), including scanning and digitizing documents and updating/editing layers; assemble, collect, encode, update and integrate geographic data into the County's GIS, performs edit checks on encoded data, and reviews computer output for accuracy; research and compile data from various sources, including maps filed with the County Recorder, Assessor parcel maps, topographic maps, and data initiated and/or maintained by other agencies; prepares the layout and design of a variety of maps and graphics for presentation; enters and retrieves data from computer information systems; determines which geographic data are necessary to create county maps and related documents; produces maps and related documents using GIS software and hardware; provide support to the public, in person and over the phone, on matters related to maps, map data, and property information; research regulations, procedures and/or technical reference materials as necessary; maintains library of scanned documents that are linked directly to GIS map-based features; assists department staff in creating and designing effective presentation materials; use standard office equipment in the course of the work; may drive a personal or County vehicle to attend meetings at various departments and agencies; perform related duties as assigned. ​

]]>Mon, 01 Jun 2026 17:24:42 GMThttps://www.christinafriedle.com/blog/cartographer-gis-specialist-1-or-2-w-lane-county-orhttps://governmentjobs.com/jobs/5335671

Cartographer/GIS Specialist 1: $25.42 - $33.95/Hourly
Cartographer/GIS Specialist 2: $28.03 - $37.46/hourly

About the Position
If you enjoy Geographic Information System (GIS), geography and challenging research, we have an excellent opportunity for you!  We’re looking for a Cartographer / GIS Specialist 1 or 2 to join our Assessment and Taxation Department. This position will be involved in a variety of activities associated with property ownership, boundaries, valuation and taxation.

​Primary responsibilities include:

• Keep the County’s tax lot layer updated as properties are developed and adjusted.
• Perform GIS data maintenance and analysis.
• Research and resolve ambiguities and conflicts using legal descriptions, survey data, document descriptions, and court records.
• Maintain and update taxing district boundaries as a result of annexations.
• As subject matter experts, communicate with a wide variety of stakeholders.
• Answer taxpayer questions relating to property ownership and boundaries.

]]>Sun, 31 May 2026 17:07:29 GMThttps://www.christinafriedle.com/blog/land-survey-cad-tech-w-zenatech-pdxLAND SURVEY CAD TECHNICIAN

ABOUT US
ZenaTech (Nasdaq: ZENA | FSE: 49Q) is a technology company specializing in AI drones, Drone-as-a-Service (DaaS), enterprise SaaS, and quantum computing solutions for mission-critical business applications.

Since 2017, the company has leveraged its software development expertise and expanded its drone design and manufacturing capabilities through ZenaDrone to innovate and enhance customer inspection, monitoring, safety, security, compliance, and surveying processes.
ZenaTech serves more than 100 enterprise software customers in law enforcement, government, and industrial sectors, with drones used in agriculture, defense, and logistics industries. The company has offices throughout North America, Europe, and the UAE.

POSITION SUMMARY
We are seeking a qualified CAD Technician to join our growing team. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with multidisciplinary engineering and design teams to develop civil layout drawings in a 3D modeling environment.

As a CAD Technician, you will play a key role in designing and drafting plans and construction documents for a wide range of projects, including commercial, industrial, and residential developments, as well as public works and infrastructure improvements. Projects typically involve grading, roadway geometry, erosion control, drainage systems, utility design, and quantity calculations.

This is a full-time, on-site position located in Beaverton, Oregon.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Create detailed civil layout drawings using AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and Carlson Software
• Generate profiles, alignments, surfaces, pipe networks, and construction details
• Interpret and apply engineering plans, notes, and specifications
• Collaborate with engineers to ensure model accuracy and drafting standards are met
• Utilize Carlson Software tools for land surveying, topographic data, and surface modeling
• Handle complex design and drafting tasks independently with minimal supervision
• Produce clear technical manuals describing project features, operations, and maintenance
• Review and verify engineering drawings for compliance with specifications and standards
• Communicate effectively with staff, clients, local jurisdictions, and project consultants
• Maintain productivity in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment

QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong understanding of civil engineering and surveying design processes
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Civil 3D, including 3D modeling
• Practical experience using Carlson Software for land surveying and civil design
• Skilled in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Ability to create accurate models and drawings from verbal and written specifications
• Familiarity with construction document standards and engineering terminology
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills

PREFERRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Associate's degree or higher in drafting, design, or a related field
• 5+ years of experience in civil and survey CAD drafting
• 5+ years of AutoCAD experience
• 3+ years of Civil 3D experience
• 2+ years of Carlson Software experience

SALARY
$55,000 - $70,000 annually

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
We are an equal opportunity employer committed to employment equity through hiring practices based on merit and business needs. We encourage applications from women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and all individuals of legally protected status.

​Send cover letter and resume to: office@weddlesurveying.com]]>Wed, 27 May 2026 23:09:08 GMThttps://www.christinafriedle.com/blog/gis-analyst-w-flo-analytics-portland-or-seattlehttps://floanalytics.applicantpool.com/jobs/1305543

FLO Analytics (FLO) is seeking a GIS Analyst to join our growing team. FLO operates under Maul Foster & Alongi, Inc. (MFA), an employee-owned consulting firm with expertise in environmental science, engineering, planning, communications, and GIS. This position will support projects across both the FLO and MFA brands, serving local government, utility, school district, environmental, planning, and engineering clients throughout the Pacific Northwest and beyond. The GIS Analyst combines technical expertise, consulting, and client service to help deliver innovative solutions for public and private sector clients. This position is intended for a GIS professional with experience supporting and coordinating GIS projects, working directly with clients and multidisciplinary teams, and contributing to project delivery within a collaborative consulting environment.

As a GIS Analyst, you will...
work closely with multidisciplinary project teams to support GIS analysis, mapping, data management, visualization, and project coordination efforts for a wide range of client projects. Your day-to-day work includes creating maps, dashboards, and other visual products using ArcGIS and related tools; performing spatial data processing such as digitizing, editing, formatting, and maintaining datasets and GIS databases; and contributing to spatial analysis, technical problem solving, and data interpretation that support project deliverables and help clients make informed decisions.

Your project work will include preparing maps, reports, data summaries, dashboards, and visualizations supporting environmental, planning, engineering, utility, and community-focused projects. You will also coordinate assigned project tasks, communicate with clients and project teams, support workflow improvements, while continuing to build consulting, technical, and project management skills within a collaborative consulting environment.
]]>Wed, 27 May 2026 23:07:46 GMThttps://www.christinafriedle.com/blog/gis-tech-ii-w-maul-foster-alongi-portland-or-seattlehttps://floanalytics.applicantpool.com/jobs/1305526

FLO Analytics (FLO) is seeking a GIS Technician II to join our growing team. FLO operates under Maul Foster & Alongi, Inc. (MFA), an employee-owned consulting firm with expertise in environmental science, engineering, planning, communications, and GIS. This position will support projects across both the FLO and MFA brands, serving local government, utility, school district, environmental, planning, and engineering clients throughout the Pacific Northwest and beyond. The GIS Technician combines technical expertise, consulting, and client service to help deliver innovative solutions for public and private sectors.

As a GIS Technician II, you will...
work closely with multidisciplinary project teams to support GIS analysis, mapping, data management, and visualization efforts for a wide range of client projects. Your day-to-day work may include creating maps and dashboards, performing spatial analysis, maintaining datasets and GIS databases, supporting technical problem solving, and preparing project deliverables that help clients make informed decisions.

Your project work will include preparing maps, reports, data summaries, dashboards, and visualizations supporting environmental, planning, engineering, utility, and community-focused projects. You will also collaborate with teammates across multiple disciplines, support project coordination efforts, and continue developing your consulting and communication skills as you grow within the role.
]]>Tue, 26 May 2026 17:41:00 GMThttps://www.christinafriedle.com/blog/gis-application-specialist-w-cultivate-remoteushttps://www.cultivategeospatial.com/careers/gis-application-specialist/

LOCATION: Anywhere U.S.

DESCRIPTION
Cultivate Geospatial Solutions (CGS) is currently expanding our team and looking to add a GIS Application Specialist to our team.  We are looking for candidates that have a “can do” attitude and are enthusiastic about learning!
This position will be responsible for configuring Desktop, Web and Mobile solutions that incorporate GIS. The GIS Application Specialist should be able to configure ArcGIS mobile, web, and desktop applications to meet customer needs. The right candidate should be able to manage GIS data in an enterprise geodatabase, perform GIS analysis and automate tasks using python. Proficient with web GIS from publishing web layers in ArcGIS Pro to configuring web maps and applications.

QUALIFICATIONS
The following list represents the ideal skill set but the most important thing is a willingness to learn and grow your GIS skills. If you don’t meet all these qualifications but you are motivated and willing to learn, you could still be a great fit for our team.

• Associate degree (or higher) in GIS or similar field.
• Ability to use Esri GIS software – Desktop (including ArcGIS Pro), Web and Server based.
• Ability to author web layers and web maps in ArcGIS Online
• Ability to configure ArcGIS Dashboards, Web AppBuilder apps, and configurable ArcGIS web applications.
• Ability to understand and extract GIS datasets from different sources.
• Ability to write scripts with Python using arcpy and ArcGIS API for Python
• Experience configuring Esri mobile tools like Survey123, Workforce, Field Maps, Collector, or QuickCapture.
• Experience with JavaScript and Arcade is beneficial.
• Experience with FME is beneficial.
• Experience working in transportation industry beneficial.
• Ability to communicate with clients, understand their needs, and apply the appropriate technology.
• Good organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines are a must.
• Excellent team player, with the ability to work within a collaborative environment and take a leading role when required.
• Creative, resourceful, and innovative problem solver.
• Proficient English usage for oral and written technical communications.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

ABOUT CULTIVATE GEOSPATIAL SOLUTIONS
CGS is a Geographic Information System (GIS) firm that provides GIS-centric solutions to a variety of industries including state and local governments. CGS represents decades of GIS industry experience that speaks through the success of our customers and partners. 
]]>Tue, 19 May 2026 23:30:16 GMThttps://www.christinafriedle.com/blog/national-audubon-society-dangermond-fellowship-webinar-on-may-26-12pm-pstTitle: The National Audubon Society Dangermond Fellowship Presentation of Excellence 25/26

Date: Tuesday May 26 at 9-10 HT / 12-1 PT / 1-2 MT / 3-4 ET

Description:
The Dangermond Fellowship is an exciting partnership between National Audubon Society and Environmental Systems Research Institute (ESRI). This fellowship is designed to foster the next generation of leaders in the enterprise GIS, science, and nonprofit/conservation sectors. Throughout the year, Fellows receive extensive and immersive training in the full ArcGIS platform. Fellows also work directly with the Audubon network to provide support for new and ongoing projects. This presentation will highlight some of this work, including ways the Enterprise GIS department is incorporating AI to streamline quality reporting of trails and other assets at Audubon centers, providing flood risk assessments for Audubon properties, and large-scale analysis to understand how landscape and habitat plays into Audubon’s work.

Speakers:
Sophie Stein graduated from Bates College in Lewiston, Maine with a B.A. in Environmental Policy.  Now based in Alaska, she combines her love for outdoor spaces with GIS mapping and community engaged research. In her role as a Dangermond Fellow, Sophie creates GIS products to enrich conservation science, policy & community engagement at Audubon.

Isaiah Bennett graduated from Middlebury College with a B.A. in Environmental Studies and Geography with a minor in Spanish. As a part of the 10th cohort of Dangermond Fellows, he continues to further develop his GIS skills and conservation expertise while contributing to meaningful projects that drive positive change across the Western Hemisphere.

Natalie Tarbox earned her B.A. in Environmental Studies with a minor in Spatial Science from the University of California, Santa Barbara, where she explored GIS, field research, and environmental justice. Now as a Dangermond Fellow, she continues using GIS to advance equity and environmental resilience for people, wildlife, and the planet.

All are welcome! Please share with your networks!

Register here!]]>Mon, 18 May 2026 15:52:55 GMThttps://www.christinafriedle.com/blog/field-survey-lead-crew-chief-egr-associates-eugene-orAbout EGR & Associates
EGR & Associates is a well-established land surveying firm headquartered in Eugene, Oregon.
Our firm’s core values focus on helping property owners, developers, and professionals navigate land divisions, ownership questions, and regulatory requirements with confidence. From subdivisions and partitions to property line adjustments and flood hazard determinations, we take pride in delivering accurate, professional results that our clients and the public can rely on.

​About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Field Survey Lead (Crew Chief) to join our small, close-knit team.
Our projects are primarily located in Lane County and surrounding counties, with occasional work elsewhere in Oregon. This is a field position leading a two-person survey crew. Occasionally, this position will require independent field work.

​If you take pride in thorough, accurate work, know how to maintain an efficient and productive field crew while ensuring high-quality results, and are ready to embrace our core values, we’d love to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Lead field survey operations efficiently and safely while maintaining high productivity
• Operate and maintain Leica survey equipment (total stations, GPS/GNSS, data collectors)
• Read and interpret maps, plats, deeds, and other legal documents related to land boundaries
• Apply sound understanding of boundary principles, field survey procedures, field data collection, and error analysis
• Check all field work for accuracy and completeness
• Problem-solve independently in the field and adapt quickly to changing conditions
• Adopt and apply company field standards and procedures
• Collaborate professionally and respectfully with your crew partner, office staff, and the public

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum 3–5 years of field survey experience, including demonstrated experience in a lead or crew chief role
• Proficiency with Leica survey equipment strongly preferred; experience with comparable modern equipment will be considered
• Solid working knowledge of land boundary principles
• Ability to read and interpret legal descriptions, surveys, and other property documents
• Strong critical thinking skills and attention to detail
• Formal education or certification in surveying or geomatics preferred, such as:
  • Associate’s Degree in a surveying-related field
  • Bachelor’s Degree in a surveying-related field
  • Survey Technician certification
• Equivalent field experience will also be considered
• Professional demeanor with clear, dependable communication skills
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
• Physical ability to work outdoors in varied terrain and weather conditions throughout the region

Compensation & Benefits
EGR & Associates values the people who represent our firm in the field, and we back that up with a compensation package designed to attract and retain talented professionals.

• Competitive pay based on experience: $28–$38 per hour
• Health insurance plan
• HSA availability
• Paid sick leave
• Paid vacation time
• Paid holidays
• Employer contribution to retirement plan (no employee match required)
• Generous profit-sharing plan

How to Apply
Interested candidates are encouraged to send:

• A resume
• A brief summary of field experience

Email applications to: jobs@egrassoc.com
Qualified candidates will be contacted to arrange an interview.]]>