City of Richland
​Location: Richland,  Washington
Website: https://agency.governmentjobs.com/richlandwa/default.cfm?action=viewJo
Category: CAD ,  GIS Technician

Performs intermediate technical work related to Geographic Information System (GIS), Computer Aided Drafting and Design (CADD), or Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) systems, spatial and tabular databases, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the moderate supervision of the assigned Director, Manager or Supervisor ("supervisor").

CORE VALUES

All employees are expected to model and foster the City of Richland's core values in the performance of their duties and their interactions while representing the City. The values of Teamwork, Integrity, and Excellence promote and maintain a high level of morale and productivity, and are the tie that binds all City employees together, across all functions.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Valid driver's license.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Associates/Technical degree with coursework in computer science, engineering, geography, GIS, or related field and two (2) years experience providing technical engineering support, including one (1) year in the design, development, programming, implementation, and maintenance of GIS programs and applications, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY
None
Desirable Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) or related field
• Six (6) years of GIS experience
• Functional knowledge of ESRI ArcGIS software.
• Functional knowledge of Hexagon\Intergraph GeoMedia software.
• Experience with Microsoft SQL (Structed Query Language)
• Ability to multitask in many software products (applications, database, spreadsheets, etc)
• Good communication skills through verbal, written, telephonic and presentation forms
• Strong desire and ability to learn
• Ability to travel for training and conferences

https://henkels.referrals.selectminds.com/jobs/gis-manager-1010

Henkels & McCoy, Inc., (H&M) one of the largest privately held utility contracting firms in North America, with over 4500 employees in 80 cities and over 90 years of a proven reputation as one of the most reliable, innovative and diversified firms in the engineering and construction industry, is currently seeking a GIS Manager for its Telecom program in Clackamas, Oregon.
 
The GIS Manager is responsible for the oversight, administration, scheduling, approvals, and reporting of the subcontracted professional services firm(s). Responsibilities include coordination with the materials management team and construction management team to ensure documentation is complete and accurate.                                                                                                                                                                                      
MAJOR JOB ELEMENTS 

• Responsible for certain stages of GDB 2.0 submittal (HLD, Site Survey, RTC, and As-Built)
• Work closely with the GIS Engineer to determine the best processes for tackling new requirements within the project
• Interprets design needs into GIS implementation not only from a mapping perspective but also quantitatively
• Oversee the daily process flow of the GIS team in providing GDB 2.0 submittals
• Responsible for updating data mapping roles and responsibilities
• Ensure engineering/design activities comply with Company and contract requirements and support overall schedule.
• Coordinate with team to assure completeness and correctness of design and construction documents.
• Assist in the development and implementation of field computer applications to facilitate the control and collection of data for mapping (gps)(gis)(kmz), inspection, quantity performance, schedule performance, as-build documentation, and subcontract administration. 
• Interface with on-site construction crews as required ensuring safety is maintained, quality of construction, adherence to overall project schedule, and tracking productivity goals. 

QUALIFICATIONS 

• Masters in Geospatial/Geographic Information Science or relevant project experience may be substituted for education.
• 3+ Years Design Manager/GIS Lead
• Well rounded in data structures in different areas of a fiber build
• Extensive 3GIS experience
• Experience with server/feature mapping services
• Ability to interpret design needs into GIS implementation from a  spacial/quantitative aspect
• Python and SQL experience required
• OSP experienced preferred
• Have a high level of written and oral communication skills. 
• Telecom experience is preferred
• Must have computer skills in Microsoft Office programs
• Familiar with surveying applications and data management a plus.

DISCLAIMER: This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job requirements, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned. Please read the following requirements for background investigation prior to considering employment at Henkels & McCoy.

• I-9 Employment Verification
• Drug Test
• Motor Vehicle Driving Records
• Criminal History
• Sex Offender Register
• Terrorist Watch List
• Credit History
• Employment History
• Background Check
• Education Verification
• International Background Check (If required)

Henkels & McCoy, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individual with Disabilities.

Environmental Database Manager
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GSI Water Solutions, Inc. (GSI), an employee-owned water resources and environmental management consulting firm, is seeking a motivated, environmental database manager to support our water resources and environmental management practices on a wide variety of projects. We are looking for a candidate to help us establish and grow the environmental data management service line across our offices located in California and Oregon.
The successful candidate will be based in our corporate office in Portland, Oregon, and work with GSI scientists and water resources analysts to manage environmental and water-related data for our public and private clients in the Pacific Northwest and California. You will use your talents to help us address tough issues, such as clean drinking water supplies for the future and the evaluation and remediation of large contaminated sites and rivers. You will also use your entrepreneurial spirit to grow a self-sustaining group within GSI. If you are seeking to make a career move to a position with great growth potential, this is the position for you.

Primary Duties

• Collect and configure large relational environmental data sets to meet project specifications.
• Develop and use data validation tools in Excel, Access, and SQL to identify data quality issues.
• Document work processes, recommend quality assurance/quality control procedures, compose training documents, and conduct training sessions.
• Implement, configure, and test commercial-off-the-shelf data management related software, such as EnviroData, to meet project specifications.
• Act as a data quality liaison between the project staff, clients, analytical laboratory, data validator, and GIS analysts.
• Provide reporting support by generating tables, charts, graphs, and 3D graphics to help interpret data and develop solutions to address complex problems.
• Work independently to research and implement new methods to address emerging issues faced by our clients.

Qualifications 

• 5+ years of relevant experience in the environmental field with an emphasis on environmental database management.
• Bachelor’s degree in data science, computer science, chemistry, engineering, or information technology.
• Solid SQL and relational database skills (SQL Server, Microsoft Access).
• Experience working with analytical data, including familiarity with electronic data deliverables (EDDs), detection limits, data qualifiers, etc.
• Experience with Enviro Data software or other environmental data management solutions.
• Knowledgeable in using MS Excel and Microsoft Access to manipulate and organize data sets for import into a database and for final reporting.
• Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical, judgement, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Motivated, strong interpersonal skills, and ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

 
Additional Desired Qualifications 

• Experience with statistical analysis and data visualization using R or other similar tools.
• Experience linking analytical data to GIS and other graphing software using Geodatabases or other tools.

If you are interested in working with a great team and participating on interesting and innovative projects, please
apply online and include a brief cover letter telling us a little about yourself. 

Location: Portland, OR ​

https://gsiws.hiringthing.com/job/105575/environmental-database-manager

WEBINAR | Drone-based LiDAR mission planning and data collection with UgCS

This webinar on LiDAR and drones will focus on the most essential topics for mission planning with UgCS: mission planning considering altitude and speed vs point density accuracy, considering altitude vs beam divergence, flight safety and other basics. It will also include demos on importing job files (KML format) and setting up the terrain-following mode etc.
The webinar will be conducted by

• Daniel Hubert of Modus Ai | LiDAR University
  drone and information management expert with 24 years of experience under his belt. Currently, he consults companies and institutions about the business opportunities that using a drone and remote sensing technologies can bring into their existing work practices.
• Kristaps Brass of SPH Engineering
  QA Engineer and UgCS Expert who has flown all kinds of drones (from Pixhawk and DJI up to Yuneec) and worked on all versions of UgCS flight planning software. 

https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Xq_FrWCIS8WyXSQCvH8-ew?mc_cid=55c87dfa02&mc_eid=3168c5d032

COUNTY OF SISKIYOU
invites applications for the position of:
 
GIS Specialist
 
SALARY:             
$47,486.40 - $57,782.40 Annually
OPENING DATE: 01/17/19
CLOSING DATE: 02/03/19 11:59 PM
DESCRIPTION:
 
DEFINITION
Under general direction, to perform a variety of difficult and complex technical work related to Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and the development, revision and customization of maps on a computerized mapping system; to provide public assistance in explaining and interpreting maps and property descriptions; to prepare specialized reports for County and other governmental agencies showing relationships between departmental and other data bases; and to do related work as required.
 
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is a specialized Geographic Information Systems Specialist classification.  The incumbent has responsibility for the computerized mapping system and G.I.S. data base in various County departments.  In addition, a variety of skilled drafting or mapping work is performed.  This class is distinguished from the Cadastral Mapping class series by having day-to-day responsibility for a complex computerized mapping system and equipment and the G.I.S. database. 
 
REPORTS TO
A  variety of County supervisory or management positions depending upon the department or program area where assigned.
 
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Has day-to-day responsibility for the County=s computerized mapping system and equipment; operates and maintains the G.I.S. database system; creates, updates or customizes specialized departmental maps, using the G.I.S. database and related information; computes acreage and land descriptions to accurate scale in the revision, correction, and maintenance of official maps and plats; generates maps to meet the needs of the public and various County departments; associates Assessor parcel attributes with geographical images; maintains  County mapping systems, may perform skilled drafting work in preparing and maintaining maps, drawings,  tracings,  and title sheets; represent both department and County on related committees.
 
TYPICAL QUALIFICATIONS:
 
Two years of previous experience in working computerized mapping equipment and software, including experience in performing skilled drafting work and using GPS systems to create necessary spatial data.  
 
Advanced educational training in mathematical subjects such as geometry, advanced algebra, trigonometry, and completion of pre-engineering courses is highly desirable. 
 
For more information and to apply:
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/siskiyouca/jobs/2326263/gis-specialist
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https://www.meetup.com/portland-r-user-group/events/258271365/

Details
Join us for a workshop on working with spatial data in R. We will cover the basics of loading spatial data into R, manipulating spatial geographies, visualizing data, and drawing insights from publicly available spatial data sets. We will leverage the sf package and other tools within the tidyverse. Basic familiarity with R programming concepts suggested, no prior spatial data experience is required.

Marley Buchman (https://twitter.com/buchmayne) will be leading.

Please have the following installed beforehand: sf, leaflet, dplyr, and ggplot2

Workshop will begin at 6:30 pm. Doors open 6:00 pm.

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Location: RLSB (Robertson Life Sciences building) 3A002, at OHSU 2730 SW Moody Ave, Portland, OR 97201

See the job announcement page for more information.
http://bit.ly/2FoqYyo


DescriptionTriMet's Mobility & Location-Based Services section (formerly GIS & Location-Based Services) is seeking applications for a GIS Data Analyst to join our team. Mobility & Location-Based Services works closely with IT to support agency-wide GIS initiatives. Our team collaborates with nearly every other department at TriMet, assisting with projects such as analyzing demographic statistics, evaluating the impacts of changes in transit service, and supporting TriMet's multimodal trip planner, to name just a few. Our ideal candidate will combine a depth of up-to-date technical expertise in GIS, data analysis, and web mapping platforms, with a breadth of experience in problem solving, communication, collaboration, outside-the-box thinking, and a passion for transit and public service. We encourage you to apply for this position if you:

• Consider yourself a map geek
• Are passionate about open source geospatial software and open data, including OpenStreetMap
• Take pride in writing scripts as a regular part of your workflow
• Are comfortable with acquiring, processing, and visualizing large, complex, and dynamic datasets
• Have experience with open source web mapping and a desire to grow those skills further
• Enjoy brainstorming, conceptualizing, and building workflows and systems to pull together disparate data sources into a meaningful, easy-to-understand map or application
• Have an eye for design and clarity in presenting the best possible cartographic answers to unique and challenging questions
• Aren't afraid to ask questions, ask for help, or bring in external resources to solve a problem or build something amazing
• Thrive as a valued support resource for GIS and data analysis questions from many different people and groups, and can prioritize and manage numerous requests effectively
• Have the insight and confidence to identify gaps and deficits in our data and workflows – and then lead the charge to improve them
• Are passionate about TriMet's vision, mission, and values, and are excited at the prospect of working with over 3,000 TriMet employees who share that passion

Weyerhaeuser is hiring a GIS Data Lead in their Seattle HQ.  Apply here:  http://weyer.jobs/13231