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When: Main Conference: Wednesday, April 29th, and Thursday, April 30th, 2026 Where: Downtown Portland, at the Standard Insurance Building (home to Esri’s Portland R&D offices). The GIS in Action Conference has been an event for GIS professionals and enthusiasts for 35 years. It provides a fantastic opportunity for students and instructors to connect, share work, and engage with the GIS community. Map Contest One highlight of the conference is the Map Contest, which I am organizing this year. I would like to see your students participate! You might even consider integrating this into a class project. Participants not only compete for prizes but also gain visibility in the GIS community, build their portfolios, and connect with professionals from industry and academia. Contest Categories 1. Analytic Presentation – Communicating meaningful patterns in data 2. Cartographic – Excellence in visual display 3. Data Integration – Combining data from multiple sources 4.. Web Applications – StoryMaps, ArcGIS Online, Tableau, Mapbox, Power BI, or similar platforms 5. Student Category – Specifically for enrolled students pursuing a degree or certificate (students compete against peers in this category) Prizes • Winners in each category will receive prizes, such as $50 REI gift certificates. • Second-place prizes may also be awarded based on amount entered in that category. How to Register for Map Contest 2026 Registration Link Entry Formats: o Hardcopy maps (up to 3 ft x 5 ft for poster boards) o Digital maps o Web applications Deadline: o Map entries are due by Sunday, March 1, 2026. Senior GIS Analyst
The Bonneville Power Administration is looking for two Senior GIS Analysts (Geographer 3) through supplier(s) for contracted services. These contract Geographer 3 positions will play a pivotal role within the Transmission Planning organization, leveraging their expertise to enhance the maintenance, operation, and development of BPA's asset inventory and equipment ratings. They will be responsible for providing advanced professional GIS services, encompassing data acquisition, storage, and analytics within the ESRI software platform, particularly focusing on the Utility Network. This involves generating visual displays, performing complex spatial analyses, system script maintenance/development using Python, and producing detailed reports across a diverse range of geographical transmission assets. How to apply: For inquiries and instructions on how to apply contact [email protected] Application deadline: 2/19 Full-Time https://paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/portal/d091157ae56f3b54e83c2790c96e526e/jobs/464158
Description Interested in driving data science innovation as part of an industry-leading team? E Source is growing! We’re looking for a geospatial and remote-sensing data scientist to collaborate on the development of ground-breaking data science applications that change the way utilities understand and manage their grid. We tackle challenging projects such as:
For these and other projects we use a combination of machine-learning models, inference-based statistics, and remote-sensing methods. Our ideal candidate has significant experience conducting remote sensing and geospatial analytics in either Python, R, or PostGIS. Geospatial programming experience and familiarity with packages such as arcpy, GDAL, OGR, shapely, geopandas, sf, and terra for raster and vector analytics is a prerequisite. As with any successful analytics project, it all starts with the data, so you should have experience extracting and transforming data from a variety of spatial formats and merging complex data sources that vary spatially and temporally. We use a variety of remote-sensing data sources such as satellite and aerial imagery, synthetic aperture radar (SAR), and LiDAR. Familiarity with one or more of these remote-sensing products and related applications is a plus. Experience with data-driven models using remotely sensed weather observations, and/or vegetation and wildfire ecology data is also beneficial. Data science and statistical modelling is a plus but not a requirement. Familiarity with cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, GCS) is also a bonus. https://governmentjobs.com/jobs/5223466
We are looking for our next GIS Intern to join our team at TVWD for a limited duration of 6 months! The Position: As our GIS Intern, you will help support the 140 employees who bring safe, clean, and reliable drinking water to nearly 220,000 customers. With our Asset Management team, you will support basic tasks for our GIS department within this role. As our GIS Intern, you’ll focus on working with our GIS team to help insert new infrastructure assets into the GIS Enterprise databases, including the utility network. You will also update data in our new electronic operations and maintenance manual to support the completion of the Willamette Water Supply System. Other duties will include producing maps for internal and external requests, spatial analysis, and GPS collection. Throughout your 6 months with us, you will have the opportunity to work with GIS mobile and desktop applications and get first-hand experience of how our engineering and operations team works. This is a great way to get involved with TVWD and enhance your skills within our water district. To read more about this position please click here. Are You Our Ideal Candidate? We are looking for someone with the following skills, experience, and traits to join our team: • Willingness to learn and help with various GIS tasks • A keen sense of attention to detail • Ability to engage and communicate effectively with the team and customers • Positive attitude with a good sense of humor • Versatile, adaptable, and open to change FFN Surveying, established in 2018, is a small surveying firm located in Salem, Oregon. As we continue to grow and expand, we are seeking a skilled individual to join our team as an Office Survey Technician or Project Surveyor. As part of this position, you will be responsible for the processing and mapping of various field data collected by our field crews as well as assisting in overall client relations and management. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking for growth potential in a growing company.
Responsibilities: Drafting Boundary, ALTA, Topographic Surveys and Subdivision Plats; Writing Legal Descriptions, Easements and other documents as necessary; Perform Deed & Survey Research; Analyze & Process Field Data Desired Qualifications: 1-2 years of Land Surveying experience preferred for technician role; 3-5 years of Land Surveying experience preferred for project surveyor role; Experience in Trimble Business Center preferred; Strong experience in AutoCad Civil 3d required; Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team; Strong problem-solving skills and ability to think analytically; Effective communication skills, both verbal and written Benefits: Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications (range of $25/hr to $45/hr); Health insurance coverage; Paid time off and holidays If you meet the qualifications for this position and are looking for an exciting opportunity, please submit your resume for consideration to the address below. We look forward to reviewing your application. email: [email protected] Temporary Survey Technician, GS-0817-4/5, and Temporary Laborer WG-3502-3/4
Who wants to go on an adventure with Cadastral Survey, where stellar views and frolicking in the woods are normal occurrences? Oregon/Washington BLM Cadastral Survey is starting the hiring process for our FY26 field season, April-November. Position Title: Survey Technician
This is a temporary appointment. Appointment to this position will not convey permanent status and will be for a period not-to-exceed 1039 hours in a service year. Espinoza Consulting Services, Inc. (ECS) is seeking a GIS specialist with a strong background in archaeology to support multiple cultural resources projects in the Southeastern United States. The ideal candidate will hold ESRI Technical Certification or GIS certification, and a degree in Anthropology, Archaeology, or related field from an accredited college or university. Candidates should have a minimum of five years of experience providing GIS support to archaeological projects. Candidates without a technical GIS certification are welcome to apply and will be considered based on the extent of their combined archaeological and GIS experience. This position will be based remotely in the Southeastern United States, and preference will be given to qualified candidates residing in Georgia or the Carolinas.
This is a full-time position with benefits, starting in early 2026. Basic responsibilities include the creation and management of ArcGIS Online web maps and project GIS for mobile device GPS apps (Field Maps and Survey123), the preparation of spatial survey data for submission to federal agencies, and figure production for technical cultural resources reports. Salary is negotiable but is expected to be $70,000 to $75,000/year depending on experience. Signing bonus for qualified applicants following completion of probationary term (3 months). Please see the requirements below. Minimum Required Qualifications: · Bachelor’s degree in Anthropology, Archaeology, or related field · Completion of an accredited archaeology field school · GIS Certification (or demonstrated experience in archaeological applications of GIS) · Experience with ArcGIS pro, ArcGIS pro map series · 5+ years of GIS/archaeology experience in the southeastern United States · Experience with a variety of GPS devices and software · Valid driver’s license Preferred Qualifications: · Experience with archaeological report preparation · Experience with Cartography, QGIS, PostGIS, ArcPY scripts, Python, Javascript, Survey123, Field Maps, and ArcGIS online products, and Lidar analysis. · Development of data collection procedures for Archeological Investigations If you meet the above requirements and are interested in this opportunity, please email a brief personal statement with a resume/CV detailing education, work experience, and any special skills to Garrett Silliman ([email protected]). Selected candidates will be asked for professional references. The ECS Commitment: Espinoza Consulting Services (ECS) is a Small Business Administration (SBA)-certified woman‐ and minority-owned business. Established in 2010, ECS was formed to provide thoughtful and meaningful approaches to regulatory compliance, environmental planning, and natural and cultural resource management. Fifteen years and hundreds of projects later, we remain dedicated to providing high-quality and cost-effective services to our public and private sector clients. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we at ECS believe that our diverse and inclusive team drives creativity and innovation and contributes to the overall success of our organization. We invite candidates from all backgrounds, including individuals with diverse experiences, to apply for a position with ECS. https://jarrettwalker.com/hiring/
Position: Transit GIS analyst/planner Salary Ranges: Portland area: $60,000-90,000 per year plus benefits, assuming 40 hours per week. DC Area: $70,000-104,000 per year plus benefits, assuming 40 hours per week. Applications due by the end of: February 20, 2026 – Applicants are encouraged to apply early as resumes will be reviewed on a rolling basis. How to apply: Please submit applications via email to [email protected]. On the subject line please write “Analyst/Planner position.” Jarrett Walker + Associates (JWA) is excited to announce our next round of hiring, beginning today! JWA is seeking planners, data analysts, and cartographers with interest or experience in public transit to work in either Arlington, VA or Portland, OR. In this round, we anticipate hiring at least one and possibly multiple staff at this level. You must commute to one of these offices on a regular basis. However, we offer flexibility about which days and how many days employees should be in the office. The position offers the potential to use and develop a range of transit planning skills. As a small firm, we can promote staff in response to skill and achievement. Everyone pitches in at many different levels, and there are many opportunities to learn on the job. Duties include a wide range of data analysis, mapping, graphic design and/or writing tasks associated with public transit planning https://governmentjobs.com/jobs/5207727
Position Summary Perform a variety of routine and complex skilled and technical work in the maintenance of a Geographic Information System (GIS) relating to the Public Works Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) and asset management program. Act as the primary contact for Public Works CMMS data stewardship. Apply GIS technology to provide GIS and CMMS data related technical support. Perform research, analysis, design and creation of data and applications for use in the Geographic Information System. These tasks are illustrative only and may include other related duties. Full-time 40 hours per week AFSCME-represented position 12-month probationary period Must meet all qualifications and requirements as listed in the position description. GIS Technician I - Part Time
Location: Portland, OR Mosaic Ecology is a natural resource management firm that works to restore native forests, prairies, and wetlands in western Oregon and Washington. We are seeking a permanent part-time (16-20 hrs/week) GIS Technician to assist in data analysis, map creation, and data collection. The position is office based with occasional data collection in the field as needed. Open to discuss a flexible schedule, with at two days in the office each week. Job Responsibilities: The GIS Technician 1 assists the Natural Resource Scientist and Project Managers with, GPS data collection, map creation, data analysis, and similar data collection tasks. Specific job duties include:
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Mosaic Ecology LLC offers equal employment opportunity to all individuals, regardless of race, creed, color, religion, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, medical condition, gender identity or sexual orientation. Please send your resume to Operations Coordinator, Victor Velasco: [email protected] |
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