https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=bbfa2bfee0068e37&q=Entry+Level+Geospatial&l=Portland,+OR&tk=1dvcou0mho2r7803&from=ja&alid=5e13ad65a336a65c7c314bac&utm_campaign=job_alerts&utm_medium=email&utm_source=jobseeker_emails&rgtk=1dvcou0mho2r7803

About Us
Swan Island Networks has been developing situational awareness and alerting software for over a decade. Swan Island's TX360® software platform helps companies make faster, better informed decisions in mission critical situations. Our SaaS products are used by corporate security groups on a day-to-day basis for monitoring physical threats. They have been used around the world in situations such as the Egyptian Revolution, the Fukushima nuclear melt-down and the West Africa Ebola crisis. Swan Island Networks began as a software engineering lab working with the US government, focusing on R&D programs. Today our primary focus is on incident and crisis management for the large enterprise market. A career at Swan Island Networks will give you insights into the world of corporate security and risk management.

Position
Entry-Level Intelligence Analyst

Responsibilities
The ideal candidate is a news addict that loves following current events, breaking news and social media drama, but anyone with a strong familiarity with internet searching, news and social media can be successful in this role. Each member of our small team wears many hats and is comfortable testing and increasing our respective skill sets. You should be, too. Easy, no-drama collaboration is crucial to maintaining our fast pace, so affability is a big asset!

Requirements

• Strong familiarity with advanced web searching
• Experience with the biggest and latest social media platforms
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally in verbal and written form.

Bonus Points

• Marketing and Press-related experience
• Wordpress expertise
• Geospatial tools, GIS
• Graphic design, Adobe Photoshop/Illustrator/etc

https://altaplanning.com/careers/planner-ii/

Alta Planning + Design is a full-service consulting firm in the areas of progressive and sustainable transportation and recreation solutions, including urban design, placemaking, corridor design, parks, and greenways. Alta is a world-leader in areas such as bicycle, pedestrian, trail, park, greenway, roadway planning, complete streets, tactical urbanism, design, and implementation, in addition to outreach and education programs. Alta is a fast-growing and dynamic company with 200+ staff working in a collaborative fashion from over 30 offices in the U.S. and Canada. Alta’s mission is to help ensure that every community offers a full range of mobility and recreation options for people of all ages, interests, and abilities.

Alta Planning + Design is seeking an entry level Planner II to join our team in our Portland, Oregon office. This is a unique opportunity for anyone who is passionate about active transportation and the way it positively impacts our communities in need. If you are looking for an innovative organization who is an industry leader in active transportation apply with us today!

Summary + Overview
This exempt position is responsible for contributing to the production of high-quality materials, reports and other deliverables in support of project objectives.

Position Priorities
A general understanding of the field of urban planning, the ability to collaborate across discipline boundaries to support the delivery of solutions which meet client expectations is required in order to successfully meet the requirements of this position.
The essential priorities of this exempt, salaried position are to:

• Contribute to the production of high-quality plans, reports and analyses.
• Contribute to public outreach and other project deliverables.

Responsibilities + Tasks
Additional responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Contributing to field investigations and site analyses.
• Contributing to research activities in support of project planning deliverables. May include formatting documents and contributing to the development of presentation materials.
• Contributing to the development, editing and production of newsletters, final reports, memos and workshop materials.
• Collecting data and contributing to the production of maps for field work, public input, client meetings and project display boards and reports.

Requirements
This position requires a combination of skills, experience and education including, but not limited to:

• Bachelor’s degree in Planning or a related field of study.
• One (1) or more years of experience in a consulting environment or public entity.
• General understanding of, and interest in the field of active, non-motorized transportation.
• General understanding of the planning process and GIS.
• Exhibits initiative and the ability to work with supervision.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and multiple simultaneous projects, if necessary.
• Good interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
• Exhibits accuracy, attention to detail and good organizational skills.
• General understanding of MS Excel, Word, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar products

Preferred Skills + Certifications
There are a number of additional skills, experience and education that would be beneficial to this position including, but not limited to:

• Experience with ESRI ArcGIS, Spatial Analyst, Network Analyst, or similar products.
• Working knowledge of US Census information with GIS.

https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=deabb028d0e7bdde&q=GIS&l=Portland,+OR&tk=1dv5meeep3piu801&from=ja&alid=598bb22fe4b0fb9dcb06f28a&utm_campaign=job_alerts&utm_medium=email&utm_source=jobseeker_emails&rgtk=1dv5meeep3piu801

Pioneer Design Group, PDG, is seeking a Survey Technician – Field/Office Hybrid to join our team. The successful candidate will be a hard-working, self-motivated, quick-learning Survey Technician for both field and office work.

Qualifications:

• CST or LSIT preferred
• Knowledge of Trimble, Leica, and GPS desired
• Proficient in AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent verbal and written skills

​Responsibilities and Duties:

• Work outside year-round, in all environments
• Office duties as required
• Perform construction staking for grading, buildings, private and public utilities
• GPS and conventional control set-up and traversing for boundary determination
• Survey research, note taking, and sketching

Please send your contact information and resume to [email protected]

https://chu.tbe.taleo.net/chu04/ats/careers/v2/viewRequisition?org=CONSERVATION&cws=39&rid=1309

Forest Carbon GIS Coordinator
Conservation International (CI) has been protecting nature for the benefit of all for over 30 years. Through science, policy, and partnerships, CI is helping build a healthier, more prosperous and more productive planet. 

POSITION SUMMARY
Conservation International (CI) seeks a GIS and forest carbon coordinator with strong analytical and communication skills to assist on a number of projects focused on sustainable landscapes and reducing emissions from deforestation and degradation (REDD+).

CI works with a wide range of partners to support REDD+ and Blue Carbon projects and initiatives that help combat climate change by reducing deforestation and conserving critical ecosystem services while integrating sustainable production and focusing on improving human well-being. CI has also developed the Landscape Assessment Framework (LAF) to holistically measure, monitor and communicate the sustainability of landscapes, and has been implementing it in several landscapes across the globe.

The Coordinator will work on gathering, organizing, and analyzing information related to carbon projects. They will be responsible for contacting data-holder organizations, downloading spatial and tabular data from online sources, converting data to useable formats and performing spatial analysis. The position will provide support for the development of feasibility assessments for potential REDD+ or blue carbon initiatives, which might include field visits, writing reports, and organization data for verified carbon certifications. In addition, the Coordinator will coordinate the implementation of the LAF with field teams, other divisions and the Sustainable Landscape and Seascape program, including the creation of summary cards and dashboards. Under the guidance of the Technical Director, the coordinator might provide training on the tools related to the LAF.

RESPONSIBILITIES
Coordinate the implementation of the Landscape Assessment Framework (LAF):

• Contribute to the design of key indicators, gather and organize biophysical and socio-economic data, and perform GIS analysis
• Contact data-holder organizations, download spatial and tabular data from online sources, and convert data to appropriate formats
• Use remote sensing and GIS techniques to gather and analysis freely available remote sensing data on the landscape scale
• Manage data and synthesis information of a range of data types, GIS related and otherwise
• Coordinate the development of the LAF with relevant teams in the field and provide technical support and conduct workshops related to the LAF for CI field staff and relevant partners

Provide support for current and potential carbon projects:

• Use remote sensing and GIS techniques to assess rates of deforestation in key areas
• Conduct carbon accounting activities in accordance to the voluntary carbon standards requirements (e.g. VCS guidelines and CCBS)
• Support on feasibility assessments reports by creating maps, graphs and tables

General support to the Carbon Fund team

• Generate internal and external cartographic products and presentations
• Coordinate with other programs the integration of LAF data with other institutional monitoring initiatives
• Review, edit and format documents and reports to improve readability and maintain visual consistency among Carbon Fund documents

WORKING CONDITIONS
This is a full-time (35 hours per week) 12-month fixed term position. There is potential to extend the position depending on need and funding. Infrequent travel is required, up to 10%. Flexibility in work schedule required in order to accommodate time differences across CI’s global offices. This position could be based in CI’s office in Arlington, VA; Seattle, WA; Lima, Peru; Mexico City, Mexico; or Bogota, Colombia. Flexibility to work from one of CI’s other offices may be considered.

​QUALIFICATIONS
Required

• 1-3 years of work experience in geography, natural science, or related field.
• Work experience with Reduced Emissions from Deforestation and Degradation (REDD+), and sustainable landscape approach
• Demonstrated knowledge on forest conservation, carbon accounting, carbon standards and certification processes, primarily VCS and CCB Standards;
• Demonstrated GIS & Cartography skills with experience in ArcGIS and/or QGIS
• Experience with Tableau and/or Power BI, and Microsoft Office Excel & Word and
• Ability to work independently
• Strong organizational skills and close attention to detail
• Good written communication skills
• Strong analytical skills

Preferred

• Bachelor or Master’s degree in a quantitative field (geography, natural science, GIS, climate science or related field);
• Familiarity with land management project design (e.g. using Open Standards), project management and financial modelling;
• Work experience with indigenous peoples and traditional communities;
• Fluency in Spanish, Portuguese and/or French.

View all Conservation International Career Opportunities HERE
Conservation International Values
We expect that all employees will embrace the values of our organization.
Passion: We are inspired by nature and cherish the diversity of life in all of its forms. 
Respect: We respect and trust each other, and we embrace our diversity of cultures, talents, and experiences.
Integrity: We act with integrity and are accountable for our actions.
Optimism: We are optimistic about the future of life on Earth and are confident that, with our partners, we will achieve unprecedented conservation results.
Courage: We tirelessly pursue our vision, taking bold action and persevering through challenges.
Teamwork: We work together, recognizing that openness, collaboration and cooperation are fundamental to achieving a healthy and prosperous world for all.
Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Vets/Disabled

Similar to last year, Esri has an option for students to attend the Esri User Conference for $125 for the entire week. The one-day complimentary registration option is still available.
 
Below are detailed instructions for the registration process for either of these options. More information can be found here.
 
Registration Instructions for UC University Student rate ($125)

1. You’ll need an Esri Account. If you don’t have one, please create an Esri account here
2. Go to the 2020 UC Registration page and click “Register Now”
3. Sign in to your Esri Account
4. Select if you are registering yourself or someone else
5. Under the heading “Customer Information,” select “I don’t have a customer number”
6. Select that you are an Attendee
7. Select that you are attending UC, click Next
8. Select UC University Student rate for $125, click Next
9. Complete the required fields on the Personal Info page and click Review & Pay
10. Enter payment details. Payment by credit card or check is required prior to UC –no cash will be accepted onsite
11. Review the policy regarding personal information and check the box under the Notes field, if you consent
12. Review the cancellation policy and check the box, if you agree
13. Click Submit
14. Your registration has been submitted and is pending review

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/idaho?keywords=remote

The Idaho Department of Water Resources has an opening for a Remote Sensing Analyst, Technical at the State Office in Boise, Idaho.

Example of Duties

• Plan, design, develop, schedule and conduct complex remote sensing analysis projects.
• Provide remote sensing and GIS application consultation as an agency and interagency consultant on remote sensing and GIS applications.
• Develop technical reports which clearly interpret remote-sensing data analysis.
• Design and develop GIS data to augment agency water resource databases using digital image processing, aerial photo and image interpretation, and GIS analysis.
• Plans and coordinates work to develop improved techniques and procedures to solve unusual problems requiring creativity in the modification on conventional practices.
• Provides lead work to professional and/or technical staff.
• Prepares technical reports documenting methodologies, scope, findings, and conclusions for publication in professional journals and/or presentation at professional conferences.
• Keeps current on remote sensing satellite mission operations and data characteristics.

​
Minimum Qualifications

• Considerable knowledge of:
  • Remote sensing and GIS technology including theories, principles, analysis, data conversion, image interpretation, and digital image processing
  • Remote sensing satellite mission operations and data characteristics, sampling design and cartographic principles   
• Good knowledge of:  
  • Computer programming languages such as Fortran, C, AML, or  object-orientated languages
  • Relational database management
  • Natural resource sciences
• Experience:
  • Advanced planning, designing and implementing remote sensing and GIS applications and applied research projects
  • Preparing reports and presentations of technical material
  • Operating, applying, and programming ESRI software products, and/or ERDAS image processing software products
  • Teaching and training adults in a group setting

Supplemental Information
Desirable Qualifications:

• Experience using remote sensing data to develop products for water resource objectives
• Experience performing quality assessment on contracts in data acquisition or data analysis
• Experience computing, modeling and analyzing evapotranspiration from satellite imagery
• Bachelor's degree or higher in geography, remote sensing, engineering, geographic information system technology, or a bachelor's degree in natural resources with a degree specialization in GIS or remote sensing

This position acts as a lead to others and a consultant to the department and other agencies. Incumbents are involved in decision-making and project management requiring a high level of knowledge.​

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/bend/jobs/2685554/it-gis-analyst

Summary

The City of Bend Office of Performance Management Department is actively recruiting for one (1) regular, full-time GIS Analyst position. This opportunity is represented by the City of Bend Employee Association (COBEA), and is a FLSA exempt position

The Office of Performance Management (OPM) Department officially formed early 2019 with a mission to support the City's goals and objectives through data and innovation. Working alongside a small dynamic team of GIS and business intelligence professionals, the GIS Analyst will apply their analytical skills and technical expertise with the ultimate goal of transforming data into useful information to enable better decision making. To learn more about departmental objective and goals visit the City of Bend 2019-2021 Council Goals site.

​The GIS Analyst is responsible for design, development, implementation and maintenance of centralized GIS data, models, maps, and applications; performs complex analytical duties in support of the GIS program; and provides general technical support to City staff as needed. Preferred candidates will be proficient with Esri's desktop, online, and/or server applications, and have experience with writing and maintaining models or scripts to automate processes. If you have a passion for solving challenging problems and building innovative solutions that have a direct impact on your community, this opportunity is for you!

To be considered for this position, applicants must have a complete application that includes all of the following items:

• The online application via NeoGov (access also available on City of Bend website under Human Resources/Job Openings)
• Attached formal Cover Letter (required)
• Attached formal Resume (required)
• Attached valid Credentials, Certifications and Licensing (if applicable)

 
Applicants must provide certification that they are a veteran or disabled veteran to receive veteran's preference. For more information click here.

Submission deadline is Wednesday, January 29, 2020 @ 12:00 p.m. PST.

The City of Bend is committed to fostering, cultivating and preserving a culture of diversity and inclusion.  At the City of Bend, we don't just accept differences; we value them. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and support the Americans with Disabilities Amendments Act (ADAAA) and the Oregon Pay Equity Act. 

Functions, Duties and Responsibilities
The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification.  Shown are duties intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

• Designs, develops, implements and maintains computer-generated land-based databases using Geographic Information System (GIS) hardware/software.  Develops, maintains, and/or enhances database structure, data collection methodology, and data dictionaries. Collects, stores, updates, manipulates, analyzes, and displays geographically referenced information from a wide variety of sources.  Electronically manipulates data files by importing, exporting, creating, editing, or updating data.
• Researches conflicting/inaccurate data.  Performs detailed inspections of data for accuracy and quality.  Identifies data errors, programming errors, and other deficiencies, and makes modifications/corrections as appropriate.
• Analyzes business requirements; researches trends related to GIS and business applications; prepares related reports, documentation, and recommendations. Evaluates new hardware and software; researches products and obtains price quotes.
• Works with various departments and field crews to identify goals and objectives.
• Performs complex analysis of user requirements.
• Identifies problem areas and determines best courses of action to address the needs identified.
• Develops and implements processes and routines to automate and enhance City operations, data conversion, and data expansion.
• Provides training and guidance to GIS system users.
• Reads and interprets a variety of geographic, property and land management, and mapping documentation such as construction drawings, ownership records, plats, and reports.
• Produces various maps; generates reports, lists, tables, maps, and other documentation.
• Develops and maintains documentation and procedures for hardware, software, and systems.
• Performs technical work in support of computer operations; installs and tests new software and upgrades; troubleshoots various hardware/software problems as needed; performs general maintenance of computer system, such as backing up data or replacing paper, toner, or other components; coordinates service/repair activities as needed.
• Operates/utilizes a variety of equipment/tools associated with work activities, which may include a printer, scanner, digital camera, multimedia projector, CD recorder, digital equipment, fax machine, copy machine, calculator, telephone, or engineering scale.
• Communicates with supervisor, employees, other divisions/departments, other governmental agencies, vendors, sales representatives, customers, the public, outside agencies, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems.
• Maintains a working knowledge of a variety of computer operating systems, programming languages, and software programs associated with work activities, which may include word processing, database, Geographical Information System (GIS), computer-aided design (CAD), mapping, multimedia presentations, graphics, utilities, communications, email, or Internet.
• Maintains an awareness of new technologies, products, trends and advances in the profession; reads professional literature; attends workshops and training sessions as appropriate.
• Complies with safety requirements of the position and actively promotes safe work practices.
• In an emergency event or an officially declared State of Emergency, responds as directed to ensure the restoration of essential public services, facilities and infrastructure.
• Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.

Knowledge, Skills and Qualifications

Knowledge of:

• Principles of land planning, surveying, mapping, global positioning systems and usage of aerial photography and satellite imaging;
• Theory, principles and practices of geographic information systems, including computerized data compilation and conversion techniques, database management systems, graphics applications and overlays, and spatial models for computer analysis;
• Principles and capabilities of computer systems, including networked environments and peripheral devices;
• Database systems integration, quality assurance procedures, and documentation of data sets;
• System access and security guidelines and procedures;
• Hardware and software troubleshooting techniques.

Skill in:

• Analyzing complex data and information systems problems, evaluating alternatives, and making logical recommendations based on findings;
• Using GIS applications such as ArcMap, ArcIMS, ArcSDE, and ArcGIS Server;
• Reading, understanding, developing, manipulating, and analyzing geographic information in a variety of data formats and projections;
• Effective computer cartographic design, layout, and production;
• Balancing aesthetic and informational requirements of map products;
• Compilation, analysis, and presentation of technical and statistical information in reports;
• Reading, understanding and analyzing map imagery and geographic information, and interpreting regional planning and zoning information;
• Assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects and demands;
• Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with other agencies and other City employees;
• Following and effectively communicating verbal and written instructions.

Education, Experience, Certifications and Licenses Required: 
Associate's degree with emphasis in cartography, mapping, Geographic Information Systems, computer-aided drafting operations, computer science, or a closely related field; and three (3) years of technical experience in the creation and maintenance of a GIS; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge and skills.

Date: January 28th
Start/End time: 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM
Location: Cramer Hall 4th Floor, RM 409, Geography Department Hall  

Description:
Do you want to get a GIS job/internship or apply for graduate school, but you don't know where to start? Have questions about writing a resume and working on an application? 

Get these questions answered (along with many more) at the GIS Career Round Table event! Knowledgeable GIS instructors, the Geography Grad School Coordinator and a seasoned Career Specialist will be present to help answer any and all questions in a casual and safe environment,

​Format for this event will include eating snacks and openly discussing career and graduate school questions.

Brought to you by the PSU GIS CLUB!

Bradley Flores Torres
Web & Communications Officer
[email protected]

Portland State University Chapter of ASPRS | GIS Club

This is a FREE event and everyone should go!  

https://shoutout.wix.com/so/cfM_dOTos?cid=00000000-0000-0000-0000-000000000000#/main

Portland State University’s Geospatial Information Society and PSU's Geography Department are hosting our 5th Cartography Symposium on Friday, March 6th at Portland State University - Smith Memorial Student Union Ballroom. This day long, free event has informative presentations on a variety of cartography topics, a web and print map gallery (now accepting submissions), and more!

Visit the Cartography Symposium Website!