The Idaho Department of Water Resources (IDWR)  has an opening for a GIS Analyst Position at the IDWR state office in Boise, Idaho.  Feel free to forward this announcement.
 
JOB OPENING ANNOUNCEMENT
 
JOB TITLE:  GIS Analyst II
POSTING DATES:  06/28/2022-07/17/2022
LOCATION: BOISE
REPORTS TO: IDWR GIS Section Manager
 
SUMMARY:
This position plans and conducts complex GIS analyses and provides technical assistance to IDWR employees and the public. The analyst works under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgement and participates as a team member on GIS projects.
                                            
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Associate Environmental Analyst - Portland, OR (Remote) #108424 - Portland, OR, US, 97232

Join our team!
PacifiCorp is seeking customer-centric candidates to grow and sustain our commitment to a culture of customer service excellence, environmental sustainability and diversity, equity and inclusion. 


General Purpose
​Under general direction, provides technical environmental support to Pacific Power Transmission and Distribution (T&D) Operations. Assists with ensuring compliance with applicable environmental policies, procedures, rules, and regulations.  Supports mandated environmental programs and activities. Conducts analysis through research, gathering and interpretation of environmental related data, and policies to assess current processes and develop recommendations to ensure compliance with applicable environmental laws and regulations. Presents analysis and recommendations to management and assists with implementation of selected process changes. This position is primarily responsible for providing professional level services for maintaining compliance with company internal environmental policies and procedures and external regulatory requirements. Program support activities may include NEPA, ESA, NHPA, ARPA, CWA, CEQA, EFSC, SEPA, MBTA, BGEPA, RCRA, CERCLA, and DOT as they relate to transmission and distribution operations. 

Responsibilities

• Under general direction, support T&D Environmental Staff regarding program and project implementation. 
  • Assist with project/program tracking, documentation, permit applications, internal coordination, monitoring, and project/program administration.
  • Organize and manage large datasets including developing geodatabases used for environmental screening of projects.
• Perform geospatial analysis using ArcGIS to perform environmental reviews and associated mapping.
• Review T&D Operations’ projects, activities, and programs to identify environmental compliance requirements.
• Provide environmental support for T&D Operations’ projects (transmission, distribution, and substation construction projects), including NEPA-related permitting activities, CWA Section 404, NHPA Section 106, ESA Section 7, local land use permitting (county and city), and general construction permits.
• Support development, implementation, and monitoring of internal ongoing environmental programs, including operations and maintenance.
• Monitor and track the performance of operations and manage the interface with the external service providers. 
• Monitor operational processes and perform analysis. 
• Supervise external service providers, ensuring contract requirements are completed timely and accurately. 
• Collect, organize, and analyze data. 
• Adhere to local, state and federal guidelines and regulations. 
• Ensure that environmental data collection and reporting is carried out in accordance with company policy and state regulations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Sciences, Environmental Sciences,  , or other environmental-related field; or the equivalent combination of related education and experience.
• Knowledge and understanding of environmental issues and the company’s business processes.
• Knowledge of data gathering, analysis, forecasting, and modeling techniques; applicable Company policies and procedures; applicable federal, state, and local governmental laws and regulations.
• Proficient with the use of personal computers including spreadsheet, database, word processing, and presentation applications to gather, analyze information.
• Communication and interpersonal skills including ability to consult with internal and external customers regarding matters/issues which may be sensitive in nature.
• Ability to work with all levels of an organization including people with different styles and backgrounds and ability to work as a member of a team. 
• Ability to prioritize workload under pressure.
• Working knowledge of environmental reviews/requirements including biological, wetland, and cultural resources. 
• Working knowledge of permitting processes applicable to projects located on federal and state managed lands.
• Ability to travel locally and regionally. Amount of travel will vary and may include multi-day trips and range from 5-15% annually.

Preferences

• Three years of experience in environmental or regulatory matters.
• Experience with environmental permitting associated with linear projects. 
• Field experience conducting environmental, biological, wildlife, T&E, wetland,
• and/or cultural surveys.
• Experience working with the USDA Forest Service and USDI Bureau of Land Management
• Knowledge of air, hazardous waste, solid waste, or water issues.
• Experience/proficiency with ArcGIS and ESRI products.
• Relevant experience in California (permitting).   

Closing date: 2022-07-11
Position: GIS Specialist I
Organization: Chesapeake Bay Foundation
Country: United States
State: Maryland
Contact: Katie Leaverton
Contact Email: [email protected]

Description
New GIS Specialist job opening at the Chesapeake Bay Foundation - an environmental non-profit based in Annapolis, MD, USA, with the ultimate goal of "Saving the Bay!". The GIS Program is a small-but-mighty team that supports all CBF departments and offices across the Chesapeake Bay watershed. If you have experience as an ArcGIS Online administrator, creating static and interactive maps for a variety of audiences, and educating colleagues to increase GIS-literacy through trainings and other tools this job may be for you! Check out the job posting here --> https://www.cbf.org/about-cbf/jobs-internships/jobs/gis-specialist-i.html

About Organization
Environmental nonprofit that has been working toward the ultimate goal of "saving the Bay" through education, advocacy, litigation, and restoration throughout the Chesapeake Bay watershed.

Position Summary:
The Data & GIS Manager (Manager) is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the stewardship and lands database, and GIS use, development, and management to support organizational priorities at CDLT. The Manager will fulfill requests from staff for accurate cartographic products for internal and public use. As the sole GIS expert, the Manager’s success hinges on their ability to interpret staff needs and translate them into maps and data management workflows –strong communication skills are essential. 

Please see the following link for full details:
https://www.cdlandtrust.org/who-we-are/employment/data-gis-manager-

Johnson Creek Watershed Council is recruiting for our next Volunteer Program Manager.  The position is 0.8-1.0 FTE (depends on the candidate's preference) and the application period closes on Thursday, July 21 at 4 p.m.
Please note that though we are an environmental nonprofit, for this position we're looking for someone with a background in volunteer management, event coordination, communication, who has experience in equity work.

https://www.jcwc.org/were-hiring-volunteer-program-manager/

​We are interested in finding the best candidate for the job, even if that candidate does not have all the skills we list below. The successful candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and qualifications for this role, as a wide variety of life experiences may equip you with the skills needed for this position.

​General Responsibilities:
Volunteer Coordination

• Maintains volunteer program procedures, recruitment, intake, orientation, database management, and recognition of volunteers. 
• Oversees development and implementation of several of the Council’s events, including the two largest annual volunteer restoration events: Watershed Wide Event and Johnson Creek Clean-Up. This includes organizing media & public relations, planning volunteer appreciation lunches, volunteer recruitment and registration, and other logistical tasks. Oversees the same for other volunteer events through the Community Outreach Coordinator.
• Responds to all volunteer inquiries in a timely manner.
• Identifies, recruits, and trains existing volunteers to become volunteer leaders for the Council, especially volunteers with unique and relevant high-level skill sets (see https://www.jcwc.org/creekcrew/).
• Represents the Council at a variety of partner events.

Supervision

• Supervises the Community Outreach Coordinator and AmeriCorps member, including mentoring, conducting performance reviews, weekly coordination/collaboration of work planning, and scheduling.
• Ensures quality of all other organizational volunteer events through the Community Outreach Coordinator.

External Communications & Equity

• Develops new partner relationships, especially with underserved communities, including representing JCWC on the Leach Back 5 project.
• Collaborates with other staff on our monthly email newsletter.
• Supports website content development. 
• Maintains healthy partner relationships and contacts – promotes partner activities and events.
• Tracks and coordinates implementation of the organizational Equity Action Plan with the Executive Director and Board Community Inclusion Committee.

Event Planning

• Responsible for the planning and coordination of all logistical aspects of the Creek Crew Leader Orientation and Volunteer Appreciation Dinner. Collaborates with other staff members with additional events on an ad-hoc basis. 

Administration

• Maintains up to date contact records in Salesforce database. This includes all donors and friends, organizational partners, email recipients, residents, and volunteers. Trains other staff in the use of database software.
• Oversees all volunteer activity data entry – including locations, hours, and contacts.
• Supports development of organizational efficiencies and helps manage organization records.
• Supports care and up-keep of office building, equipment, and organizational supplies.
• Grant writing and reporting.

Other duties as assigned: we are a small staff, currently seven, and are flexible in supporting the organizational program of work. See our website www.jcwc.org for more information.

Required: Willingness to work an average of two weekend (half day) mornings each month, and an occasional evening event, as part of the standard work week (comp time is given).

Work environment: this position requires sitting/standing at a desk for extended periods of time, lifting objects unassisted of up to 50 pounds, working outdoors on uneven ground, in streams, and in hot/cold/wet weather.

Approximate time allocation:
30% — Volunteer program and event management
30% — Equity Plan implementation and tracking & community outreach/partnership building
20% — Supervising Community Outreach Coordinator & AmeriCorps member
10% — Grant writing and reporting
10% — Other duties as assigned

GIS Technician
Closing: 7/11/2022 5:00 PM Mountain
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/missoulacounty/jobs/3601464/
 
Planner (possibly filling two positions)
Closing: 6/24/2022 5:00 PM Mountain
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/missoulacounty/jobs/3571745

https://apps.meridiancity.org/jobs/jobs.aspx?job_id=373

Job Summary:
Reporting to the GIS Program Manager the GIS Analyst is responsible for identifying opportunities to improve decision-making, operations, efficiency and transparency through visualization, analysis, and sharing of geographic information—then implementing cost-effective and reliable GIS solutions to meet the City’s needs. This position also helps to establish and execute a data maintenance program to ensure the accuracy and completeness of the City’s geographic information. This position also performs cartography and spatial analysis in collaboration with departmental requests using GIS software.

​Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintains the GIS database to ensure consistent and accurate data;
• Assists in the creation and updating of a citywide data maintenance program;
• Develops and maintains data layers in accordance with a data maintenance program;
• Produces web mapping and dashboard applications through ArcGIS Enterprise;
• Researches legal descriptions and analyzes information from a variety of sources to develop standardized data for incorporation into the GIS;
• Troubleshoots problems with the GIS mapping system, and provides GIS technical support;
• Receives cross-training on GIS automation scripting and assists in this area where appropriate;
• Analyzes spatial data using ESRI ArcGIS tools and SQL and SQL Spatial queries;
• Analyze relational data using SQL;
• Create SSRS (SQL Server Reporting Service) reports;
• Analyzes and interprets mapping data to verify accuracy and correct errors;
• Acts as a technical resource by assisting users with problem resolution for GIS issues;
• Performs UAV imagery capture including flight plans and processing final products;
• Assists department staff in identifying the best approaches to perform geographic information analysis and or perform GIS workflows;
• Communicates with city officials, staff, business community representatives, vendors, contractors, and consultants on GIS related activities or projects;
• Trains other staff in the use and capabilities of GIS;
• Supports other GIS staff;
• Supports plotter for both user and technical issues;
• Assists in software upgrades for ESRI products and in the transition from all the child systems;
• Makes purchase recommendations, including assessing user needs and providing justification;
• Performs all work duties and activities in accordance with City policies, procedures and safety practices;
• Assists in preparing the budget by researching GIS software;
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Specifications:

• Bachelor degree in Computer Information Systems, Geography, or related field;
• Minimum of 3 years of experience working with Geographic Information Systems;
• UAV Remote Pilot Certification within 6 months of hire.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of ESRI GIS mapping software;
• Ability to perform basic GIS programming and basic scripting;
• Knowledge of metadata creation and editing;
• Ability to create and understand SQL queries;
• Knowledge of SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS);
• Knowledge of security best practices and internal controls for data management;
• Knowledge of principles and techniques of system analysis, design, and implementation of GIS systems;
• Ability to document and keep records of technical information;
• Knowledge of basic relational database fundamentals;
• Ability to complete assignments and meet deadlines;
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality and security of data;
• Ability to interpret maps, charts, legal descriptions, and engineering drawings;
• Ability to explain technical concepts and procedures to non-technical users;
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships;
• Strong verbal and written communication skills;
• Willingness to foster a team environment and be open to input from others;
• Must have strong customer service skills.

Work Environment and Physical Demands:

• Work is performed primarily in an office environment with moderate noise level;
• Requires sitting at a desk or computer terminal for long periods of time and ability to lift up to 60 lbs.;
• Requires clarity of speech and hearing, which permits the employee to communicate effectively;
• Requires clear vision to read printed materials and computer screen to accomplish work;
• Requires repetitive movement of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers;
• Requires sufficient personal mobility and physical reflexes, which permits the employee to function in a general office environment to accomplish tasks.

Travel Requirements:
Local travel is occasionally required. Must hold a valid driver’s license.

https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/jobs/ViewJobDetails?job=44342&clientkey=753A1C05F4FE96A96F51BF3F59639790​

​Basic Functions: The GIS Analyst is the third and senior level in a multi-level career path encompassing computer-aided mapping, drafting, and related data communication. The GIS Technician requires the ability to apply GIS technology to produce and perform data and coordinate entry and drafting and digitizing, producing documentation and integrated maps for users. The Analyst must also be able to write macros and construct queries to support central programming, access information, and produce certain map elements. The GIS Analyst also requires the ability to lead a small team and integrate GIS into wide-area computer networks used for data communications.

Education and Training:

• The position typically requires a Bachelor’s degree in Geography, Geology, Civil Engineering or Information Systems and two years of progressive experience in programming, digitizing, and drafting maps using GIS applications.
• May require a valid driver’s license.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Requires specialized professional knowledge in geography, geology, GIS, or related field.
• Requires considerable specialized knowledge of the principles, methods and techniques of geographic information systems.
• Requires well-developed knowledge and programming skills using ArcGIS or equivalent products, programs and languages, database query and other programs/tools used by the Tribe.
• Requires considerable knowledge of current trends and principles, techniques, and standards for base mapping, cadastral mapping, GIS technologies, assessment (valuation), and permitting.
• Requires advanced technical knowledge of spatial analysis, data generation, and mapping.
• Requires sufficient human resources skill to communicate technical concepts to internal and external customers, facilitate small group processes, and conduct training.
• Requires advanced math skills at least to the level of geometry and trigonometry.
• Requires the ability to perform all aspects of the position within managerial guidance.
• Requires the ability to lead a small team, establish, prioritize and sequence projects.
• Requires the ability to establish geographic information system standards, plan and organize application development projects, and provide technical support.
• Requires the ability to apply advanced GIS techniques and geo-processing applications to design, write, and maintain GIS software.
• Requires the ability to apply computer programming languages and utilities to maintain local area networks and troubleshoot problems with data storage, retrieval, and communications.
• Requires the ability to work as contributing member of a team, work productively and cooperatively with other teams and external customers, and convey a positive image of the Tribe and its services.
• Requires the ability to function primarily indoors in an office environment engaged in work of primarily a sedentary nature.
• Requires sufficient ambulatory ability to move about to office and remote locations.
• Requires auditory ability to carry on audience, ordinary, and telephonic conversation. Requires near and far visual acuity to read detailed maps, drawings, other printed material, computer screens, and observe multi-dimensional physical layouts.
• Requires manual and finger dexterity to write and to operate microcomputers and other office equipment.
• Requires the ability to alternatively sit and stand for sustained periods of time to perform desk and counter work.

Note: Pursuant to Tribal Policy, if this position is safety sensitive it is subject to pre-employment drug testing. In addition, this position is subject to reasonable suspicion and post-accident drug testing.

TRIBAL MEMBER AND INDIAN PREFERENCE WILL APPLY; PREFERENCE WILL ALSO BE GIVEN TO HONORABLY DISCHARGED VETERANS WHO ARE MINIMALLY QUALIFIED.

If required of this position, you must possess and maintain a valid Washington State driver’s license and be eligible for the Tribes’ Vehicle Insurance. In addition, this position may be subject to pre-employment background clearances. If applicable, these clearances must be maintained throughout employment.

https://waterexchange.com/now-hiring-database-manager/

WestWater Research is seeking qualified applicants for a Database and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Manager position to oversee maintenance and continued development of our internal water transactions database called Waterlitix and to provide GIS support to our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for  coordinating staff research efforts to populate the database, planning and implementing database development and improvements, providing regular status reports to the company, providing GIS analytical support on client projects, creating maps and figures for client projects, and assisting staff with analytical tasks on client projects. 

​Description of the Database
Waterlitix is a proprietary internal database of water right transactions that was developed and is maintained solely by WestWater. The database is the largest and most comprehensive database of water right transactions. The database has over 25,000 transactions and is continually being expanded with new transactions. Each transaction records includes detailed information on price, quantity, and other deal terms that is verified through interviews with trading parties and confirmed with regulatory filing documents.

What You Will Be Doing:
Providing GIS Mapping & Analysis
The position will provide GIS mapping and analytical support for client projects. This support will include:

• Cartography and map production to support water right valuations and transaction advisory services
• Researching, interpreting, inventorying, and mapping of water rights
• Acquiring, editing, and manipulating spatial data and non-spatial data from a variety of sources
• Photo interpretation of agricultural lands to determine irrigated acres over time
• Communicating with internal personnel and external clients on GIS tasks and deliverables
• Geodatabase management and administration of ArcGIS account

Coordinating Water Market Research Efforts
The position will be in charge of coordinating our water market research efforts across the Western US states. This will include the development of research schedules in cooperation with staff, compiling information from staff on research progress, and assisting with market research in some locations. The position will also develop quarterly progress reports that describe our research goals and status toward those goals.

Providing Ongoing Database Maintenance
The position will be in charge of ensuring that the database continues to function and research analysts are able to input and upload information on water transactions. Responsibilities include:

• Developing and implementing procedures to solve database problems using best practices
• Providing technical database assistance to developers, vendors, and end-users;
• Providing analysis, resolution, and open communication surrounding issues that arise regarding the database, including problems with web services, applications software, desktop issues; and
• Providing database administration duties such as backup confirmation and monitoring available space on all database and web servers.

Managing Database Improvements
The position will be responsible for managing and developing improvements to the database in coordination with our vendors and contractors. The position will be expected to identify technical improvements that will provide for a more efficient and effective database and user interface, and also to help implement improvements identified from staff. This may include performing quality assurance testing and facilitate user acceptance testing as needed prior to implementing changes into the database.

Managing Data Sales Contracts & Developing Commercial Applications
The position will be in charge of managing client contracts that involve a sale of select and specific records from the database. WestWater has established a virtual machine environment through AWS that allows access to specific data for clients. The position will be in charge of managing the client relationship and ensuring that the virtual machine is correctly populated with data and is accessible by the client. In addition, the position will be asked to identify and develop ideas for commercial applications of the Waterlitix database.

Research Assistance on Client Projects
The position will be asked to provide research assistance on client projects. Research assistance will include data compilation and analysis using standard software such as MS Excel with direction from project managers.

About WestWater Research LLC
WestWater Research is an economic consulting firm that specializes in water resource valuation, water market analysis, water resource economics, and financial and investment services. With a national practice, WestWater assists clients that are buying and selling water rights and other water assets through comprehensive financial and economic analysis of water markets on a regional and local level.  Since its inception in 2001, WestWater Research has received national recognition for advising on complex water market and trading issues across every Western State. Our team has over fifty years of focused experience in the water right sector.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in GIS, Geography, Natural Resources, Computer Science, or related field
• One year of work experience as a GIS Manager/Analyst or Database Manager
• Strong proficiency with ESRI ArcGIS suite of products and applications and open-source GIS (ArcPro, ArcMap, ArcGIS Online, QGIS)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software products, including MS Excel and spreadsheet analyses.
• Knowledge of Windows Servers, Office 365, and PowerBi platforms
• Knowledge of database environments including Microsoft Azure SQL
• Experience in database design and maintenance, and familiarity with best practices
• Ability to effectively communicate, with strong written and oral communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to organize tasks across multiple offices.

Preferred Qualifications:

• At least three years of full-time experience working on IT, database administration, or related field.
• Highly motivated with the ability to work independently and in a team environment to drive results; looking for a self-starter and ability to work with changing priorities and time pressures.
• Detail oriented with excellent analytical, quantitative, and investigative skills
• Interest in the water resources, agriculture, or natural resources sectors with an economic, financial, and business focus.

Location: Position could be located in one of our existing office locations: Phoenix, AZ; Boise, ID; Sacramento, CA; or Fort Collins, CO.

Compensation:
The Database Manager position is a salaried position within WestWater and offers a comprehensive compensation package including health benefits, 401k retirement plan, and an opportunity for annual bonus and company profit sharing. Salaries will be competitively determined based on experience and skill set.

Application Instructions:
To be considered, please send the following:

• Cover letter with a statement of interest in a joining WestWater
• Resume which addresses the minimum and preferred qualifications

Send the application materials to: [email protected]