https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/washington/jobs/2988615/gis-program-assistant-program-assistant 
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Duties
Some of what you will enjoy doing includes:

• Use spreadsheet and geospatial data base software to develop and maintain records.
• Use graphics desktop publishing software (e.g. as GIS, and Adobe software).
• For specific stakeholder organizations, review archaeological inventories, surveys, historic property inventories, cemetery inventories, traditional cultural property inventories, register nominations and other GIS datasets, assess data against DAHP reporting standards and guidelines, request more information from inventory authors when needed to meet standards, record inventory data within DAHP’s central repository, and map locational data.
• Provide data entry for SEPA reviews, cemetery inventories, tax credit program, and permits.
• Point of contact for projects related to GIS Program projects and maintains regular updates to GIS Program stakeholders regarding assigned project activity progress.
• Compose correspondence and informational material related to assigned GIS projects, procedures and operations.
• Compile and distribute information relative to program activities, confer with other DAHP programs and outside agencies.
• Interpret statistical data, historical activity reports, and other materials in the functional area.
• Coordinate arrangements for program activity meetings and collaboration sessions.
• Schedule and set up video conferencing and may include note taking and meeting minute distribution.
• Schedule appointments and meetings.
• Prepare narratives and statistical information regarding program operations within monthly project performance reports.
• Perform complex word processing tasks such as merging and sorting, integrating text with graphics, spreadsheet and data base files, uploading and downloading and creating footnotes and outlines.
• Work collaboratively with agency staff and GIS Program Manager to appropriate project parameters, deliverables, establish completion dates and work plans specific to funding organization.
• Maintain and monitor assigned GIS project budgets and inform supervisor of status.

Qualifications
REQUIRED:
A Bachelor's degree in historic preservation, cultural anthropology, archaeology, cartography, geography, photogrammetry, geographic information systems, computer sciences, remote sensing, land survey, civil engineering, natural resources or closely related field
AND
Includes at least one course in cartography and one course in computer sciences or geographic information systems.

OR

A Bachelor’s degree in a non-related field
AND
Completion of a yearlong undergraduate GIS Certificate program from an accredited University.

*Experience may substitute for education

Competencies - Incumbent must be able to:

• Independently manage time, priorities, and resources to achieve goals.
• Develop creative solutions to difficult problems.
• Be responsible for the quality and timeliness of work, and achieve results with little oversight and direction.
• Make timely, informed decisions that take into account the facts, goals, constraints, and risks.
• Examine data to grasp issues, draw conclusions, and solve problems.
• Convey ideas and facts orally and in writing using language the reader will best understand as well as grasp the meaning of information written in English, and apply it to work situations.
• Be flexible with staff and search for solutions to staff issues.
• Partner with stakeholders to identify and resolve complex and sensitive problems.
• Earn trust and respect through consistent honesty and professionalism in all interactions.
• Diligently attend to details and pursues quality in accomplishing tasks.
• Identify, collect, and organize data for analysis and decision-making.
• Resolve difficult or complicated challenges.
• Use mathematical techniques to calculate data or solve practical problems.

​PREFERRED/DESIRED:
Two years of experience in GIS.
Knowledge of archaeology and historic preservation for the following laws as well as understanding of the regulatory consultation workflow: National Historic Preservation Act, Section 106, Section 304, Executive Order 11593 (Protection and Enhancement of the Cultural Environment), Executive Order 05-05, Abandoned and Historic Cemeteries and Historic Graves (RCW 68.60), , Archaeological Resource Protection Act of 1979, Archaeological and Historic Preservation Act of 1974, Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act, , Archaeological Sites and Resources (RCW 27.53), Archaeological Excavation and Removal Permit (WAC 25-48), Abandoned and Historic Cemeteries and Historic Graves (RCW 68.60), Registration of Historic Archaeological Resources on State-Owned Aquatic Lands (WAC 25-46), Aquatic Lands - In General (RCW 79.90.565), and Archaeological Site Public Disclosure Exemption (RCW 42.56.300).

Mosaic Ecology LLC is hiring for seasonal & permanent positions of several types. We are looking for crew members, crew leaders, and some part time technicians for the 2021 field season for both our Hillsboro and NE Portland crews. Work as part of a team to restore native forests, prairies, and wetlands in the northern Willamette valley and western Columbia Gorge. The jobs generally consist of difficult manual labor in the outdoors during
all kinds of weather. Requires heavy lifting and long work days.

For more details and to apply please visit: https://mosaicecology.com/jobs. Positions start March 15th (flexible) and are open until filled.

The Institute for Natural Resources at Portland State University is hiring an Urban Vegetation Technician for a project investigating the drivers of vascular plant and microbe diversity in Portland yards.

Full job description is also posted to
https://inr.oregonstate.edu/sites/inr.oregonstate.edu/files/urban_vegetation_technician_2021.pdf

Details:
Compensation and Timing:
The season is expected to extend from early May through the end of August. Work will be 40 hours/week with no overtime anticipated. Compensation is $20.00/hour plus $0.58/mile for use of a personal vehicle (if applicable).

Duties:
• Visit properties in the Portland metro area and survey the outdoor and vegetated portions of the property.
• Work independently (following 2 weeks of training), organizing your own daily and weekly schedule.
• Maintain organized records for each site visited, entering property information and vascular plant lists into a spreadsheet weekly.
• (optional) Assist with overnight fieldwork in Eastern Oregon monitoring native vegetation.

Desired Qualifications:
• Knowledge of common ornamental plants and weeds. Experience and skill using technical resources to identify unknown plants.
• Ability to work safely and independently in an urban environment.
• Strong organizational skills and experience with spreadsheets.
• At least six months of experience working outside in hot conditions.
• At least six months of experience collecting data for scientific research.
• A valid driver’s license and clean 3 year driving record.

*To apply, please send a cover letter and CV to Ray Brunner
([email protected] <[email protected]>) with the subject “Urban Vegetation Technician Application”. We will begin reviewing applications on or before March 5th, 2021.*

A must read for all GIS professionals!  A short quote to get you hooked:

“She [Gladys West] rose through the ranks, worked on the satellite geodesy, and contributed to the accuracy of GPS and the measurement of satellite data. As Gladys West started her career as a mathematician at Dahlgren in 1956, she likely had no idea that her work would impact the world for decades to come.”

Despite the ubiquity of GPS and her role in developing it, West still prefers to use a paper map when she travels. For someone accustomed to trusting their own calculations, some old habits never die.

https://www.forbes.com/sites/startswithabang/2021/02/18/gps-only-exists-because-of-two-people-albert-einstein-and-gladys-west/?sh=38588e8c5864
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There are a number of positions open with Verizon that they are hiring through a recruiter.  If you are interested in applying, send you resume to: 

Ashley Brening
Recruiter
Email [email protected]
Work 
619-378-7091
Web 
nextgengr.com

Verizon
Spokane, WA or Portland, OR (remote for now due to covid)
GIS Specialist / OSP Engineer
Pay: $40/hr. - 45/hr. (Benefits Included & Attached)
30 month contract (opportunity to go perm at any point)
 
Description:
Seeking candidates with OSP engineering experience deploying fiber optic networks. Field experience for engineering and construction as well as permit application preparation/review a plus. Individuals with 3GIS, ArcGIS, ESRI, Google Earth and other OSP telco industry standard software plaftorms a plus as well.
 
OSP ENGINEER -This individual is a Telecommunications Professional and must be capable of engineering routine and specific outside plant work orders, both distribution and feeder. Must be capable of providing administrative and field support to the outside plant work forces. 3-5 years of experience.
 
Responsibilities:
• Responsible for managing engineering and construction activities associated with expanding and maintaining the OSP network infrastructure using GIS software.
• Engages appropriate internal and external organizations with professional written/verbal communications to accomplish required tasks.
• Coordinates project activities with contractors, developers, municipalities and consultants.
• Proposes solutions supported by sound engineering and operational productivity to achieve goals in creative and effective ways.
• Prepares detailed cost analysis, project specifications, spend forecasts, route mapping, requisitions, and business justifications.
• Receives general instruction, otherwise performs independently with minimal supervision, exercising latitude to achieve daily objectives and approaches to critical/complex assignments.
• Multi-tasks to effectively manage a wide range of simultaneous activities often interrupted by other demands.
• Responsible for managing all engineering and construction activities associated with expanding and maintaining the OSP network infrastructure. Familiar with engineering and operational requirements of maintenance and fiber relocation efforts.
• Leads large scale projects, driving productivity through use of vendor resources to meet deliverables.
• Engages appropriate internal and external organizations with professional written/verbal communications to accomplish required tasks.
• Coordinates project activities with contractors, developers, municipalities and consultants.
• Proposes solutions supported by sound engineering and operational productivity to achieve goals in creative and effective ways.
• Recognizes vulnerabilities in network infrastructure and makes intelligent decisions to ensure reliability – within financial constraints.
• Prepares detailed cost analysis, project specifications, spend forecasts, route mapping, requisitions, and business justifications.
• Processes reports, vendor invoices, material receipts, and other administrative duties.
• Receives general instruction, otherwise performs independently with minimal supervision, exercising latitude to achieve daily objectives and approaches to critical/complex assignments.
• Multi-tasks to effectively manage a wide range of simultaneous activities often interrupted by other demands.
• Responds immediately to network outages, coordinating necessary resources and activities for prompt and appropriate restoral.
• Current areas of responsibility include Seattle and surrounding areas. Regular work conditions are 40 hours per week with some travel required. Extra hours and occasional weekend work may be required depending on business demands.
 
 
Qualifications
• Strong leadership and project management skills
• Excellent oral, written, and listening skills, capable of interacting with customers and co-workers at most levels including executives
• Detail oriented, well organized, and effective in multi-tasking
• Capable of working independently to achieve deliverables and resolve urgent/complex issues
• Demonstrates in-depth knowledge of fiber optic engineering principles within OSP job related functional area to include general practices, procedures and industry standards.
• Strong Computer Skills (Databases, Processes, and Administrative) - Comprehensive knowledge and skill for more complex applications to include Word, Excel, Visio, AutoCAD, Microstation, ArcGIS/ESRI, 3GIS, Google Earth, etc.
 
• In-depth knowledge of FTTx network design/implementation and well as GPON architecture preferred.
• Knowledge of the network plant and local practices.
• Experience with working application of engineering systems and databases specifically geospatial applications (3GIS, Google Earth, etc).
• Working knowledge of right-of-way, property rights, and permit acquisition.
• Inside Plant knowledge is a plus

Message from Rebecca  Degagne at SCGIS (Society for Conservation GIS):

We hope you're staying well and will join us for our upcoming SCGIS-CBI Webinar Series, which kicks off in two weeks.
 
We have a wonderful line-up, featuring a diverse group of speakers with presentations on using citizen science data to monitor threatened species, tracking land degradation with remote sensing, building relationships for career development, creating partnerships with Indigenous communities, and mapping bird migrations and threats.
 
If you register for a webinar and can't make the live presentation, you'll be sent a link to the video recording to watch at your convenience. The whole recording archive can be accessed here: https://scgis.org/webinar/index/past/1. 
 
SCGIS-CBI 2021 Spring Webinar Series:
 
March 4th, 10 AM - 11 AM Pacific
Using community science to predict extinctions and monitor threatened species
Peter Soroye, University of Ottawa. 
REGISTER: https://consbio.org/newsroom/events/using-community-science-predict-extinctions-and-monitor-threatened-species
 
March 11th, 10 AM - 11 AM Pacific
Measuring progress in land condition from space with Trends.Earth
Gabriel Daldegan, Moore Center for Science at Conservation International
REGISTER: https://consbio.org/newsroom/events/scgis-webinar-measuring-progress-land-condition-space-trendsearth
 
March 18th, 10 AM - 11 AM Pacific
Building Relationships that Matter for Geospatial Career Success
Eva Reid, Eva Reid Consulting, LLC
REGISTER: https://consbio.org/newsroom/events/scgis-webinar-building-relationships-matter-geospatial-career-success
 
April 1st, 10 AM - 11 AM Pacific
Building Effective Partnerships with Indigenous Communities
James Rattling Leaf, Sr., Group on Earth Observations Indigenous Alliance
REGISTER: https://consbio.org/newsroom/events/scgis-webinar-building-effective-partnerships-indigenous-communities
 
April 8th, 10 AM - 11 AM Pacific
Mapping Bird Migrations and Threats Across the Western Hemisphere
Erika Knight & Lotem Taylor, National Audubon Society
REGISTER: https://consbio.org/newsroom/events/scgis-webinar-mapping-bird-migrations-and-threats-across-western-hemisphere
 
We make our webinars free & open to everyone, so please share these links with your networks and consider joining SCGIS as a member, to support our work. 
We're also planning on holding more SCGIS-CBI mixer-style meetups later in the year at rotating times, so folks from around the world can join in.
 
If you want to fast-track your involvement in the conservation community, volunteer for SCGIS! - Reliable people with time to contribute (though fall 2021, at least) are especially needed to support our virtual SCGIS Conference activities. If you're interested in volunteering for the Conference Committee, please email [email protected].

Title: GIS/Environmental Analyst (Technology Analyst I or II)
Program: Geographic Information Systems in the Environmental Informatics Program
Reports to: GIS Manager
Closing: 03/05/2021
 
About the Position
SFEI is seeking a GIS/Environmental Analyst to join the Geographic Information Systems (GIS) team. This position will be either a part-time or full-time position (20 or 40 hrs per week, depending on skill set), under the supervision of the GIS Manager. A successful candidate will be enthusiastic, self motivated, and passionate about applying technical skills to address environmental problems. You will collaborate with your colleagues to ensure an optimum relationship between science and policy through innovative approaches to information collection, display, and analysis. A combination of GIS skills and environmental science background to conduct effective landscape interpretation, change analysis, and mapping is ideal.
 
GIS Focus Area Description
The GIS Focus Area is responsible for serving the Institute and external user community’s spatial information needs through collaborative, and innovative projects. It’s success has provided the Institute has a strong history of GIS expertise, including spatial dataset creation and spatial tools and analysis. The GIS Analyst will work with both technology and science teams to develop and implement GIS methods, advanced tools, and web delivery applications to support local and statewide environmental management. GIS staff work closely with SFEI’s Clean Water program on aquatic contaminant distribution and analysis and the Resilient Landscapes program on wetlands mapping, shoreline inventories, and landscape analyses. GIS is one of five Focus Areas in the Environmental Informatics Program which focuses on providing clients and partners with the most current technology tools available to meet the Institute’s mission.
 
Role Responsibilities
Duties are likely to be diverse and will require an enthusiastic, team-oriented individual. Typical duties will include:

• Remote sensing, automated mapping, and digitizing to support the Institute’s aquatic resource mapping initiative (https://www.sfei.org/cari)
• Tool development—team-oriented code development of GIS-specific landscape analysis tools
• Science-driven methods development—collaboration with SFEI and partner scientists to answer environmental management questions with GIS
• Data acquisition—sleuthing out GIS datasets and/or GIS contacts from various agencies, counties, cities and special districts
• Data management—organizing and maintaining GIS data in accordance with SFEI’s on-line data management protocols
• Cartography—production of high-quality maps
• Project management—tracking project progress and time management

 
Qualifications
Required Skills

• Demonstrated knowledge of GIS theory and core methods including relational database design
• Minimum of 3 years experience with ESRI's ArcGIS Desktop 10.7 / ArcGIS Pro 2.4, ArcGIS Online, ArcServer, spatial data manipulation and formats including Arcpy, data management, and analysis toolboxes
• Strong technical capabilities in multiple GIS areas such as spatial analysis, data acquisition, management, display/visualization, spatial statistics, remote sensing, raster analysis, and image classification
• Experience using GIS for natural resource management
• Exceptional attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Motivated to gain and develop new technical skills
• Ability to manage time effectively on multiple projects
• Works well in a collaborative team setting
• Ability to work independently and follow through with tasks under general guidance from supervising staff
• Effective written and verbal communication skills—ability to communicate technical information to non-technical clients

 
To Apply:
https://www.sfei.org/content/GIS-Environmental-Analyst
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https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/olympiawa

​City of Olympia
Location: Olympia,  Washington
Category: GIS Analyst ,  GIS Coordinator
 
The Olympia Community Planning & Development Department seeks a dependable, team-oriented individual to join the Department as an Assistant Planner. This position will perform a variety of professional and technical duties to support both the Department’s current planning/development review and GIS functions. The selected individual may also be responsible for coordinating the City’s neighborhood programs.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Administer land use regulations and similar codes and requirements.
• Prepare staff reports and other documents that clearly and accurately convey complex information to the public, hearing examiner, city advisory commissions and city council.
• Conduct meaningful and extensive public outreach processes.
• Respond to and resolve potentially confrontational situations.  
• One-three years professional experience producing map products and performing associated data analysis using GIS.
• Perform moderate to complex geoprocessing and analysis using GIS applications to create, edit, and maintain GIS data layers.
• Assist other employees with scoping GIS project needs, identifying data limitations, and developing data visualization tools to reach a variety audience.
• Develop and maintain documentation and metadata for geospatial data. Present technical information in an accurate, competent, efficient and professional manner, responding to each individual in accordance with the customer's level of technical sophistication.
• Build strong working relationships with other agencies and city staff.
• Work independently in successfully managing long-term projects.
• Be technically minded and detail oriented.
• Thrive in a busy, fast-paced environment.
• Manage time and prioritize responsibilities to perform the duties of the position with the resources available.
• Act in a responsible and respectful manner toward all members of the community.

To Apply

• This recruitment is a continuous recruitment. To be considered for the first round of interviews submit your application by 5 p.m. on March 5, 2021.  
• Only electronic applications are accepted. Please apply on-line at: http://www.olympiawa.gov

Contact Information
If you have questions about the position and/or requirements, contact Tim Smith, Planning and Engineering Manager at 360.570.3915 or via email at [email protected].

The essential functions of this position include but are not limited to:

• Responsible for completing a variety of activities relating to the City's planning functions.
• Provide general planning information to the public.
• Review applications and site plans for compliance with local and state regulations.
• Prepare staff reports and recommendations to the Site Plan Review Committee, Hearing Examiner, City Council and advisory groups and commissions.
• Prepare moderate to complex analysis and maps for planning projects, public meetings and hearings.
• Develop and maintain data quality, cartographic standards and best practices for GIS.
• Punctual, regular and reliable attendance is essential for successful job performance.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Knowledge of planning principles, practices, regulations, and techniques as related to land use, transportation and environmental impact.
• Knowledge of local government and political decision-making processes related to planning issues.
• Specific demonstrated skills editing data using ArcGIS.
• Demonstrated skills creating production-quality maps integrating multiple data sets
• Experience creating high-quality charts and graphs in Microsoft Excel for a layperson audience.
• Skill in working with various stakeholders to achieve a solution to a project or proposal.
• Skill in formulating and presenting appropriate planning options to various audiences.
• Skill in preparing support documentation which clearly, precisely, and concisely presents planning recommendations.
• Skill in working in a team discipline.
• Ability to develop and write plans based on an analysis of data and on-going citizen and staff input.
• Ability to communicate effectively with individuals and groups regarding complex or controversial planning policies or regulations.
• Ability to direct or coordinate the work of planning and agency staff members.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with elected and appointed officials, staff of other agencies, Planning staff, and the community.

Educational Experience:

• Bachelor of Arts or Science degree in Planning or closely related field required.
• Additional related experience may be substituted for the degree on a year for year basis.

Special Requirements:
Valid Washington State Driver's License required.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:
Contacts:

• Planners have significant daily contact with the public for the purpose of information-sharing and problem resolution.
• Due to the subject matter some contacts may be confrontational, requiring the Planner to explain City policies and procedures in a professional, concise, and respectful manner.
• Planners also have daily contact with other City staff for the purpose of information sharing, work coordination, and problem resolution.
• Additional contacts with public officials are for the purpose of information gathering and project definition.
• Contacts with public officials are usually held in a public meeting forum and may be stressful and/or confrontational due to the subject matter.

Supervision:

• May serve as Project Lead.
• May assist in the training and/or supervision of less experienced staff members.

Accountability:

• Planners are accountable for completing all assigned work in a timely, professional manner.

Working Conditions:

• Planners generally work in an office with a significant portion of time spent performing duties out-of-doors completing site investigations.
• Investigations require working on construction sites, rough terrain, in wetlands, and being in the proximity of heavy equipment.
• Frequent travel and attendance at meetings and conferences, both during regular working hours and in the evening, are required.

​The City of Olympia is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse workforce. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

https://tualatinswcd.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Habitat-Technician-Job-Announcement-2021.pdf

Open Date: Friday, February 12, 2021
Close Date: Sunday, February 21, 2021

The Tualatin Soil and Water Conservation District (TSWCD) is hiring a Habitat Technician (Technician) to join the Natural Resources Program. The Technician manages restoration projects and supports project managers with planning, implementation, and evaluation of other restoration projects. Other duties include conservation planning for new projects, assisting with enrollment, monitoring, reporting and contract compliance to meet the goals and deliverables for partner organizations and funding sources.

General Position Summary
The Habitat Technician manages restoration projects and supports project managers with planning, implementation, and evaluation of other restoration projects. Other duties include conservation planning for new projects, assisting with enrollment, monitoring, reporting and contract compliance to meet the goals and deliverables for partner organizations and funding sources.

Salary and Benefits
This position is full time at $42,090.00 - $48,400.00 per year plus benefits. Medical and dental insurance are available after 60 days. 100% TSWCD-paid short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance available after 180 days. TSWCD will contribute 5% of the gross earnings per pay period to a 457(b)-retirement plan after 180 days.