Starry is seeking a GIS Data Analyst to gather, compile, and create datasets in support of our radio network planning. The Analyst will arrange and construct GIS workspaces from a variety of municipality datasets covering local (city/county) and state jurisdictions across the country. Geographic analyses will be performed involving spatial queries and databases, demographic data, and classifications of parcels and buildings. Detailed results and summaries of the analyses will be delivered through tables and custom mapping. The ideal candidate will have strong GIS experience in city or state government or with a consultancy serving the public sector. This is a temporary contract position.
 
Apply ASAP at:
 
https://starry.com/careers
 
https://starry.com/careers/4748964002
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https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/snohomish/jobs/2800907/gis-analyst-sr-pds-bargaining-unit-only

The mission of the Snohomish County Planning and Development Services (PDS) Department is to enhance the quality of life for current and future generations by promoting protection of natural resources and facilitating the development of safe, sustainable and resilient communities.
PDS seeks employees who are self-managing high performers, accountable for their actions, and dedicated to providing superior customer service. Ideal candidates are excited about change and learning, are innovative, organized, exceptionally customer-service oriented, and have a passion for public service.
This position is open to PDS Bargaining Unit members only.

​BASIC FUNCTION
Performs complex duties in support of County and departmental Geographic Information Systems (GIS) analysis, functions, processing, application design, development, and testing of GIS software, hardware, and geospatial data management systems. This position works in coordination with the Department of Information Technology (DoIT).

STATEMENT OF ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

• Engages in complex GIS analysis and other datasets; reviews and manipulates records of spatial and tabular data.
• Performs advanced programming and development of cross-platform, multi-function, interactive applications involving graphical interfaces for multiple end-users. This may include determining requirements, design, implementation, debugging, and deployment within GIS, network, and web-based environments.
• Contributes to, evaluates, and leads projects by reviewing existing county data, recommending data needs, accessing available digital data from outside sources, and determines analyses to fulfill project provisions.
• Analyzes GIS data requirements and configures digital data design, assembly, conversion, compilation, and maintenance procedures essential for long term applications.
• Coordinates with consultants, scientists, engineers, planners and other professionals on GIS analysis projects, including determines data requirements and project specifications.
• Develops and provides training on the use, development, and management of geospatial data sets.
• Coordinates and directs collection of field data by professional and technical personnel; develops data standards and methodology for data collection; ensures completed work complies with data standards.
• Prepares and reviews reports, presentations, and metadata to describe application procedures, data requirements, software functions, status, and change management; attends and presents at conferences.
• Develops and supports department and countywide spatial database directory, structure, schema, and configurations per organizational standards; including database administration, data management through replication/syncing tasks, setting privileges, versioning, and domain coded-values for staff within geodatabase environments.
• Assists and provides technical support to staff and customers on GIS requests, which include data extractions, map products and applications, plus on-the-fly data inquiries.
• Provides quality assurance, quality control, and user acceptance testing for projects using established methodology and best practices. Coordinates enterprise-level GIS services, policies, standards, and procedures with other County professionals.
• Acts as GIS resource on various technical advisory committees, commissions, and interest groups.
• Operates GIS equipment, including large format printers, storage media, and viewing devices.
• Assists with updating, revising, design, and maintenance of maps, surveys, plats, legal descriptions, codes, decisions, and reports; supports the interpretation, digitization, acquisition, and processing of remotely sensed data, aerial photography, and satellite imagery.
• Researches and collects data from county and non-county sources for applications, products, and services.

STATEMENT OF OTHER JOB DUTIES

• May arrange for, set up, and/or participate in public meetings, hearings, emergency management, executive, and council sessions.
• May collect field data using a Global Positioning System (GPS) or other equipment as needed.
• May be required to perform all the duties of subordinate classifications.
• Performs related duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's Degree in GIS, geography, computer science, engineering, planning, natural resources or related field; AND two (2) years of GIS or automated mapping experience; OR any equivalent combination of training and/or experience that provides the required knowledge and abilities. Must pass job related tests.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Master's Degree preferred.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
A valid Washington State Driver's license may be required in some divisions for employment.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of:

• current GIS technologies and industry trends
• analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills
• visual communication and data mapping theories
• GIS application development, programming, and/or GIS related technologies
• GIS production of complex cartographic and other spatial data displays
• GIS web-mapping applications served to internal and external users
• project management, planning, organization, and customer service skills
• database techniques to process and analyze geo-spatial datasets
• scientific research and data collection techniques
• User Acceptance Testing, metadata, hardware/software configurations, and GIS standards

Ability to:

• communicate effectively by oral, written, and by other graphical means
• read, understand, and apply technical manuals and procedures
• maintain required records and prepare necessary reports
• independently analyze problems and assist others in GIS analysis
• apply critical thinking and problem solving skills to business needs
• learn new programs, platforms, and tools to finish specific analysis and tasks
• complete multiple competing projects and meet deadlines
• effectively function as a team member
• analyze customer needs and business systems
• convey technical information to non-technical users
• train users in GIS products and promote GIS solutions
• work with a variety of individuals from diverse backgrounds
• understand disciplines of the assigned department and its divisions

​SUPERVISION
Employees receive supervision from a supervisor or manager, while team members provide guidance. The employee carries out assignments on his/her own initiative and receives additional, specific instructions when relevant. Work is performed with considerable independent and may be checked to assure adherence to instructions and conformance with established departmental policies, procedures, and quality assurance standards.

WORKING CONDITIONS
The work is performed in an office environment with some field trips to locations throughout the county for the purpose of data collection, quality control, and to increase understanding of projects. Prepares for and provides GIS support during emergency situations including floods, earthquakes, and storms. When on call, employees may be required to carry a County mobile phone, have connectivity and be available to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

https://www.vanderhouwen.com/job-postings/gis-technician-46421/?rx_source=indeed&rx_paid=1

Description
Job ID: 46421

GIS Technician
Are you looking for a career in GIS? Come join one of the largest full-service geospatial solutions providers in North America! Our client is looking to hire entry level GIS Technicians in Portland, OR. You will work to aid in the processing and classification of remote sensing data and general production and QA/QC efforts across multiple disciplines within the company. You will need to produce accurate and precise data in a consistent and timely manner and will need to have a strong interest and aptitude for working with remotely sensed data across GIS and CADD platforms. 

Responsibilities

• Supports the efforts of Analysts and Team Leaders in QA/QC.
• Visually identifies blemishes or anomalies in data and takes appropriate action.
• Manipulates and classifies data with great attention to detail and efficiency.
• Meets reasonable deadlines.
• Maintains precision and accuracy in high volume workflows.
• Maintains composure with increased workload.
• Takes direction from colleagues and management.
• Keep processing and production sheets updated and accurate.
• All other reasonable duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• GIS Certification, Associates degree or Bachelors in progress is required.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and Google Drive.
• Good communication skills & professionalism.
• Aptitude for learning multiple geospatial software programs and technical disciplines.
• Can maintain productivity while performing repetitive tasks.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Shows flexibility when being tasked.
• Ability to learn from mistakes and take constructive criticism.
• Ability to work well within a team environment.
• Shows an interest in remote sensing and geodetics.
• Ability to maintain a professional and positive demeanor in times of stress.
• Strong writing skills.

Preferred Qualifications 
Knowledge and skills: ESRI, CADD or vector-based software.​

https://orurisa.org/event-3886396

​Emerging Professionals Mappy Hour

• When
  July 09, 2020
• 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
• Location
  https://meet.google.com/dus-wukr-yrs

Ready for some much needed socializing with your GIS community? Join your favorite group, Emerging Professionals, for an evening of reconnecting, socializing, sharing new project ideas, or just saying hi! Bring your favorite drink, snacks and stop by anytime during our Mappy Hour. 

​MappyHourPub.pdf

Weyerhaeuser has an exciting opening for a Geospatial Engineer to power innovation across the organization. The role will support the expansion of GIS services for Data Analytics and Machine Learning. You will also contribute to our UAV/drone program and our Image Server repository.

If you're a GIS engineer with strong cloud experience please consider joining our team!

Apply here.

You are energized by solving problems using location-based data and take pride in enabling critical business processes through timely, accurate, and innovative geospatial services and solutions. Passionate about sustainable natural resource management. You are a standout colleague but can excel working independently as well. You are approachable, speak both “GIS” and “IT” and are looking for a company you can grow in.

We are a fast-paced team that owns the enterprise-level GIS platform, applications, data, and services for Weyerhaeuser. GIS is essential to daily operations on Weyerhaeuser’s 12 million acres of US timberlands. We’re not just in the cloud, we’re implementing technology that will keep us at the forefront of innovation in the forest products industry. This includes redefining access to the company’s GIS assets using web and mobile solutions. If you want to be part of an extraordinary technology team changing the world we live in – come grow with us!

In this role, you are a member of the GIS Services and IT team to power innovation across Weyerhaeuser using imagery, elevation, and other raster products. You will work alongside data scientists to develop geospatial analytic and machine learning (ML) products that scale to Weyerhaeuser’s immense footprint. You will lead the architecture of our 15TB imagery server that includes two decades of forest history. As the product manager of our UAV software platform, you will help our distributed team of UAV/drone pilots find new business value. You will seek out and contribute tactical ideas to improve existing processes across our GIS portfolio.

NOTE:  The location for this position can be based in Seattle, WA--Madison, GA--Hot Springs, AR--Springfield, OR
 
Primary Responsibilities

• Partner with Weyerhaeuser subject matter specialists to assess, build and configure, and support a geospatial data analytics platform in AWS that maximizes public imagery, private imagery and LiDAR, and Weyerhaeuser’s enterprise GIS data to make critical strategic and tactical business decisions.
• Use this platform and your software engineering background to deploy advanced analytical geospatial products developed by Weyerhaeuser data scientists.
• Handle the UAV software platform as a product, including collecting requirements, working with business partners to estimate Return on investment (value) for enhancements, coordinating with the software vendor, and providing end-user support.
• Provide architectural guidance for Weyerhaeuser’s ArcGIS Image Server including storage of imagery collections, mosaic datasets, and infrastructure.
• Under general mentorship, perform sophisticated GIS analyses, problem solving, implementation, and documentation of GIS solutions.
• Deliver small and medium GIS projects, acting as the single point of contact for those projects.
• Collaborate with other IT teams to advance Weyerhaeuser’s Connected Forest vision, including incorporating GIS technology and integration into the Forest Management, Wood Flow Planning, Transportation, and Contract/Settlement systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Geography, Information Technology or related field, or equivalent experience is required.
• Minimum of four (4) to six (6) years of progressive, relevant GIS/IT experience.
• Actively working to learn new skills in order to stay ahead of with changing technologies and industry trends and shares knowledge proactively with others.
• Able to apply business knowledge to develop and deliver innovative, beneficial improvements
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, skilled in communicating technical topics to non-technical audiences.
• Excellent collaboration skills in working together with others across all IT segments
• Demonstrable ability to operate and effectively communicate while under pressure; as well as the ability to lead a diverse workload and work under time constraints.
• This position requires occasional travel up to 20%.

 Technical Qualifications:

• Knowledge of standard methodologies for leading raster and other remotely sensed data including satellite and fixed wing imagery, UAV mosaics, and LiDAR for an enterprise environment.
• Possess senior level GIS technical knowledge and skills including geo-database design, spatial relationships, scripting.
• Proficient with the ESRI ArcGIS platform, including ArcGIS Desktop/Pro, Server, Enterprise/Portal, and Image Server.
• Fluency with public cloud services (AWS) and CI/CD tools.
• Fluency with Python and/or R.
• Ability to write T-SQL statements to query and analyze data.

Highly Valued:

• Familiarity with automating batch processes in AWS using AWS Batch, SageMaker, or similar technologies.
• Familiarity using spot instances, containers to auto-scale processes in AWS.
• Experience with the GDAL geospatial library and processing satellite imagery, including LandSat.
• Experience deploying AI/ML models in the cloud.
• Familiarity with Jupyter Notebooks, Javascript, JSON, GraphQL.
• Experience with Drone Deploy.
• Familiarity with forestry and land title concepts and datasets.
• Experience leading small to medium projects and products.
• Solid understanding of ITIL/ITSM principles and practices.

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/adacounty/jobs/2795958/geographic-information-systems-analyst

​Provides analysis, technical support, and expertise to Geographic Information System (GIS) projects including design, development, maintenance, and quality assurance. Participates in the long-term development and enhancement of GIS information technology to meet user needs, performs GIS modeling; and assistance and guidance to staff.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:
The GIS Analyst I is the entry-level GIS professional. Performs complex GIS work under general supervision for a variety of applications.

​Essential Functions

• Designs, develops, and maintains GIS applications and projects;
• Creates, edits, and maintains county spatial datasets;
• Performs GIS troubleshooting;
• Interacts directly with internal and external customers to identify needs and develop solutions;
• Collaborates and works closely with GIS and IT personnel to provide solutions;
• Provides training and technical advice to users;
• Develops and maintains user guides and procedure manuals;
• Provides input into long-term county strategies.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS:

• Assists with security and data access-related procedures;
• Represents the county on committees;
• Performs related functions as required.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university in Computer Science, GIS, Geography or a related field; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience;
• Two or more years GIS experience;
• Knowledge and basic understanding of object oriented programming and scripting principles;
• Knowledge of complex computer applications and development tools;
• Ability to program and develop ArcGIS, Suite;
• Ability to perform spatial analysis, produce cartographic output, and edit spatial data;
• Ability to locate, identify, and validate essential information;
• Ability to communicate complex technical information in an understandable, non-technical fashion;
• Ability to evaluate a problem, determine requirements, assess potential outcomes, and implement solutions;
• Ability to work productively both independently and as part of a team;
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and present ideas logically and effectively;
• Ability to analyze problems, draw appropriate conclusions and recommend an effective course of action;
• Ability to increase self-knowledge, skill, and understanding of GIS and GIS principles;
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license;

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Work is performed primarily in an office environment and the employee in this class is subject to inside environmental conditions;
• Work may require the incumbent to perform GIS troubleshooting in the field;
• May be required to lift up to 20 lbs.;
• Requires frequent repetitive movement of the wrists, hands, and fingers.

https://www.zintellect.com/Opportunity/Details/EPA-NSSC-0005-35

​The EPA National Student Services Contract has an immediate opening for a full time GIS Research Support position with the Office of Research and Development at the EPA facility in Corvallis, OR.

The Office of Research and Development at the EPA supports high-quality research to improve the scientific basis for decisions on national environmental issues and help EPA achieve its environmental goals. Research is conducted in a broad range of environmental areas by scientists in EPA laboratories and at universities across the country.

What the EPA project is about
Within ORD, the Center for Public Health and Environmental Assessment (CPHEA) provides the science needed to understand the complex interrelationship between people and nature in support of assessments and policy to protect human health and ecological integrity. The Pacific Ecological Systems Division (PESD) located in CPHEA’s mission includes predictive (modeling) capabilities regarding the effects of future land, water, air and chemical use, as well as for evaluating climate and sustainability scenarios. PESD scientists address important scientific issues in formulating public policies and regulations to protect and manage ecological resources and achieve sustainable futures. They also collaborate with scientists at other EPA research facilities and at research institutions throughout the world.

What experience and skills will you gain?
As a team member, you will perform information and data acquisition and analysis support to the “Visualizing Ecosystem Land Management Assessments (VELMA)” project. This will include development of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) environmental data layers in support for VELMA modeling projects in various U.S. study site locations. You will conduct a combination of internet and literature searches and contacting of federal and state agencies and other organizations to obtain resource information (such as data sets, QA information, etc.) relevant to VELMA projects. You will perform qualitative and quantitative analysis of the information as necessary.

​You will have the opportunity to work with other members of the VELMA team to process this information and put it into a form where it can be put applied to the VELMA model. You will also work with VELMA team members to calibrate and apply the model and analyze and visualize model results for research. You will perform these tasks according to an approved quality assurance plan and other documents and shall document their research activities. You will be a member of a multi-disciplinary research team and shall be trained to support the development, maintenance, and analysis of VELMA. Membership of the team will include participation in regular project calls and/or face-to-face meetings. Your work may involve travel to research sites or other EPA locations to interact with EPA partners and stakeholders (communities, tribes, state and federal agencies).

Required Knowledge, Skills, Work Experience, and Education

• Coursework and/or one year of experience in geographic information systems, management information systems, business information systems, or related area dealing with access to, and evaluation of, digital information;
• Demonstrated education and/or experience in GIS data gathering, especially as applied to environmental modeling;
• Demonstrated experience in ArcGIS and eco-hydrological modeling;
• Proficient in MS Word, MS Excel, PowerPoint, PDF, etc.;
• Experience with GIS and modeling applications requiring the use of remotely accessed computers and databases; and
• Strong written, oral and electronic communication skills.

Location: This job will be located EPA’s facility in Corvallis, OR.

Salary: Selected applicant will become a temporary employee of ORAU and will receive an hourly wage of $21.37 for hours worked.

Hours: Full-time

Travel: Occasional overnight travel may be required.

Expected start date: The position is full time and expected to begin July 2020. The selected applicant will become a temporary employee of ORAU working as a contractor to EPA. The initial project is through May 14, 2021, with up to 4 additional potential optional periods.

Qualifications

• Be at least 18 years of age and
• Have earned at least a Bachelor’s degree in environmental, social sciences, or a closely related field of study from an accredited university or college within the last 24 months and
• Be a citizen of the United States of America or a Legal Permanent Resident.
• EPA ORD employees, their spouses, and children are not eligible to participate in this program.

Eligibility Requirements

• Citizenship: LPR or U.S. Citizen
• Degree: Bachelor's Degree, Master's Degree, or Doctoral Degree received within the last 24 months or anticipated to be received by 7/13/2020 11:59:00 PM.
• Overall GPA: 2.00

Discipline(s):

• Computer Sciences (17 )
• Earth and Geosciences (23 )
• Environmental and Marine Sciences (13 )
• Life Health and Medical Sciences (47 )
• Mathematics and Statistics (11 )
• Physics (16 )

​Affirmation
I certify that I am at least 18 years of age; a recent graduate with at least a Bachelor’s degree in environmental, social sciences, or a closely related field of study from an accredited university or college within the last 24 months; a citizen or a Legal Permanent Resident of the United States of America; and not a current employee of EPA ORD or the spouse or child of an EPA ORD employee.

GIS Remote Sensing Technician
An entry level GIS Remote Sensing Office Technician job in Portland, Oregon, is available through our staffing agency at Quantum Spatial. In this role, the Technician will work with a variety of GIS data across multiple disciplines on a temporary contract between 32 and 40 hours per week.

The Technician will support production staff in data processing from post-acquisition to analysis. Tasks include but are not limited to, basic ground model editing, advanced classification of LiDAR data, CAD Modeling, Imagery QA/QC and Orthorectification. Projects are anticipated to last 2 – 4 months with no guarantee of continuation of employment.

GIS Technician qualifications include:
• A Bachelor’s Degree is required - Bachelor of Science, Remote Sensing or GIS are preferred but all relevant degrees (engineering, forestry, natural resources etc.) will be considered and are encouraged to apply
• Knowledge of LiDAR and GIS principals
• Experience with ArcGIS and the ESRI suite of products is strongly preferred
• Experience with 3D data visualization - Technicians will be working with LiDAR data in Microstation, experience with Microstation is not necessary, training will be provided by QSI
• Technical troubleshooting and problem solving
• Attention to detail in a fast-paced work environment with tight deadlines

Though not required, experience in the following area is desired:
• Python, Matlab, R or VB Scripting
• PLS CADD or any CAD program
• Adobe Creative Cloud
• Orthorectification
• Statistical analysis
• Map production
• GPS survey methods and data collection
• Technical writing

If interested, contact:
Matt Lilley
PDX Resource Manager
[email protected]