Present your research at the ASPRS Annual International Technical Symposium! 
 
·    Deadline for submission: Monday, September 8.
·    Presenters will be informed of acceptance Monday, September 15.
·    Presenters must be registered for the event by Monday, September 22 to be included in the final program. Registration is free.
·    Materials for the Symposium website must be received by Monday, October 13.
 
This is an interactive virtual event. One week before the live event, presentation recordings will be posted to the Symposium website for public viewing. Viewers will be able to preview the presentations, post comments and questions, and vote on their favorite presentations using the website interface. During the live Symposium, there will be interactive sessions with authors where they can give a brief overview, answer questions, and engage in discussion. Presentation and discussion participation awards will be announced during the conference. 
 
Presentation Topics
We are seeking presentation abstracts based on ASPRS core disciplines in the collection, management, exploitation, and analysis of geospatial sources, data, and information. We are especially interested in contributions focused on the future of imaging and geospatial information technologies, which provide a glimpse of developments on the horizon. Individuals from government agencies, private firms and universities are all encouraged to submit abstracts in the following general topic areas:

·    Aerial Data Acquisition
·    AI and Machine Learning
·    Data Integration and Management
·    Data Visualization
·    Digital Twins
·    Photogrammetry
·    Point Cloud Processing
·    Reality Capture
·    Remote Sensing Image Analysis
·    Topobathymetric and Coastal Mapping
·    UAS/UAS Systems and Applications
·    Geospatial Workflows and Processes
·    Workforce Development

Presentation Type
The following basic options for presentation format are provided in the Abstract Submission form:
·    Oral Presentation (10 - 15 minutes)
·    Posters

Submission and Review
·    A MyASPRS account is required to access the Abstract Submission form and participate in the Symposium.
·    You do not have to be an ASPRS member to have a MyASPRS account. You may use a non-member account or create a free guest account when prompted.
·    The person planning to present should submit the Abstract Submission form. It will be tied to your conference registration record. Additional authors can be listed within the form and will appear in the program listing.

Conference Registration for Presenters
·    The Symposium will be free and open to all. A MyASPRS login will be required to attend live streaming sessions, post comments, and interact with other participants.

Publication of Proceedings
·    Presenters will be asked to provide prerecorded presentations, which will be shared after the event with all conference attendees through the Symposium website.
·    Presenters are also encouraged to submit full manuscripts, which will be published as Proceedings of the 2025 ASPRS International Technical Symposium (ITS).

https://landtrustalliance.org/resources/learn/explore/the-what-how-and-why-of-drones-for-land-trusts

Title: The What, How and Why of Drones for Land Trusts
Date: November 6, 2025
Time: 2-3:30 p.m. Eastern
Costs:

• Land Trust Alliance 2025 Webinar Pass holders: Free
• Land Trust Alliance members: $75.00
• Non-members: $140.00

About This Webinar
Has your land trust thought about using drones for monitoring, baseline documentation or current conditions reports, but you aren’t sure where to start? Whether the hurdle is understanding how drone photography works or deciding how to budget, this webinar is for you. Stewardship and land protection staff and volunteers will learn the basics of what drones are and how they work from Rory Thibault, land protection specialist at Land Conservancy of Western Michigan. Dirk Ruff, land protection and conservation specialist, will share the structure and goals of Little Traverse Conservancy’s 4-year-old drone program. Chris Long, conservation easement manager, will share the story of starting the new drone program at Land Conservancy of Western Michigan. Here’s a look at what we will cover:

• What drones are and how they work.
• Drone photography for monitoring, baseline reports and current conditions reports.
• Financial and other resources your organization would need to start a drone program.
• How drones may interface with mapping software and geospatial data.
• Automating flight plans and paths for boundary flights and other specific-point flights.
• Lessons learned from a well-established drone program as well as a newer program.

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cws/jobs/5043878/gis-specialist

The Position
The Digital Solutions department is seeking a GIS Specialist. This position provides moderately complex support to GIS Analysts and District staff. Creates, updates, and maintains complex maps, layers, and data. Assists with data collection, management, transformation and quality control tasks. Utilizes GIS and related systems to generate detailed reports in support of District operations.
Essential Functions

(The essential functions listed below are not intended to reflect all duties that may be assigned to this classification.   The District may augment duties and/or essential functions at its discretion.  Additionally, some incumbents may not perform all Essential Functions.)

1. Provides moderately complex technical assistance to GIS Analysts and District staff, utilizing the District's Geographic Information System (GIS). Assists with spatial and hydrologic analyses using ArcGIS and related applications. 
   
2. Utilizes GIS software to design, create, and update complex maps, drawings, spreadsheets, data files and documentation.  Update and maintain standardized web maps, map templates, data layers, illustrations, and custom maps based on internal or external requests in accordance with District cartographic standards.  Performs complex analysis and database queries. Assists Analyst with writing programs and scripts for development of mapping products. 
   
3. Performs aggregation, quality control, transformation, and import of external data into the enterprise geodatabase using GIS tools.  Troubleshoots and resolves data errors as a result of performing QA/QC task.
4. Assists with the development, testing and implementation of custom geoprocessing models and script-based tools. 
   
5. Assists with the testing of GIS software upgrades, and resolves and troubleshoots GIS-related problems.
   
6. Serves as GIS technical resource to District staff and other government agencies. 
7. Provides training to staff in GIS applications and other aspects of GIS.
   
8. Ensures the accuracy of District GIS databases through a series of reviews and checks.
   
9. Provides support to GIS Analyst in identifying and troubleshooting operational issues and problems related to GIS software and data management.
   
10. Procures and manages critical utility related documents. And ensures the proper record retention rules are followed.

https://governmentjobs.com/jobs/5040012

Jackson County is seeking a GIS is seeking a GIS Analyst to join our team. We use ESRI products and offer a dynamic environment with excellent opportunities for professional development and specialization. This is a chance to play a key role in areas such as data management, customer service, GIS application development, process automation, and spatial analysis. 

Our Application Engineering Team values self-motivation, communication, teamwork, efficiency, and integrity. We support a wide range of County departments and technology areas, including GIS, and are committed to delivering solutions that empower our stakeholders and enhance public services.

Please note: This GIS Analyst position is classified under the County’s Programmer Analyst (PA) job series. While the PA classification is broadly written to describe software engineering roles, this recruitment is specifically for a GIS-focused position. The responsibilities and expectations are consistent with those of a typical GIS Analyst role.

Jackson County strives to recruit, hire and retain the best employees!

Pre-Employment Requirements and/or Preferences

• Must have GIS experience.
• Submit transcripts, if using college education to meet educational minimum requirements.
• Pass a criminal background check prior to hire. 
• Submit an acceptable DMV certified court print prior to hire. Click on the following link to review Jackson County's requirements for an acceptable driving record.  
• Pass a pre-employment drug screen, which includes screening for Marijuana. Click on the link to review Jackson County's Drug-Free Workplace Policy.
• The is a non-represented position. (Management/Confidential)

Position Summary
Analyzes business needs and applies software to meet those needs by producing information products and/or automating business processes. Junior level positions primarily configure and use software to analyze, manipulate, and present data. Intermediate and senior level positions generally perform more advanced business analysis and may also develop or customize software.
Levels I-VI are differentiated by the breadth and depth of knowledge required, scope of responsibility, and consequence of error.

• Programmer/Analyst I is an entry-level position acting within strictly limited scope of responsibility and/or provides support to more senior staff.
• Programmer/Analyst II, III, IV and V positions require increasing levels of knowledge and experience, exercise increasing levels of independent judgment, and are responsible for software applications of increasing importance and complexity. Actions may impact mission-critical and/or County-wide systems.
• Programmer/Analyst VI is the most senior position in this series and may serve as a team lead. It requires deep expertise in multiple technologies and is responsible for highly complex software applications of profound importance.

https://careers-hamptonlumber.icims.com/jobs/5149/gis-technician/job

Company Summary
​Hampton Lumber is a fourth-generation, family-owned company headquartered in Portland, Oregon. With over 80 years in the sawmill business, Hampton operates sawmills in Oregon, Washington, and British Columbia and markets wood products all over the world. Hampton also manages a wholesale and lumber export division and numerous reload, remanufacturing, and engineered wood manufacturing and sales operations throughout the U.S. through affiliates, Idaho Timber and RedBuilt. All of Hampton’s forestlands are certified by the Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI), an independent, non-profit organization that promotes sustainable forest management. SFI-certified forests play an important role in water conservation, wildlife habitat, and climate solutions. 

Overview
The GIS Technician will support forestry operations by utilizing Geographic Information Systems (GIS) technology to collect, manage, analyze, and visualize spatial data. This role involves a wide range of tasks, from data entry and processing to advanced spatial analysis and map production. The technician will work closely with forestry professionals to provide essential geospatial information for decision-making, planning, and monitoring.
 
This position will perform GIS tasks associated with the management of Hampton’s timberlands. The position is based out of Salem, Oregon and is a full-time position offering competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits Highlights

• Substantial company-paid assistance for Medical and Dental insurance premiums; mental health coverage; cost effective co-pays and deductibles
• 401(k) with 5% annual company contribution and generous company matching contributions vested over three years
• Paid time off, including eight paid holidays
• Opportunity to earn bonuses
• Employee wellness program that includes free counseling sessions, financial and legal guidance, and more
• Opportunities for paid training to support career advancement and personal development

Responsibilities

• Digitize and manage spatial data.
• Manage data workflows and field data collection to provide end users with accurate mapping and data information.
• Consolidate data and information from a variety of users for the development and maintenance of the GIS databases and workflows.
• Perform updates using the following software systems: ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Field Maps, Survey123, Dashboards.
• Assist with recurring requests for data and maps.
• Build and maintain scripts including Python and Arcade.

Qualifications

• Knowledge and or experience working with ESRI software and products.
• At least 2 years of GIS Experience.
• A.A. Degree in Geography or related field, or GIS Certificate.
• Forestry or natural resource experience preferred.

https://governmentjobs.com/jobs/5021691
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Position Description
Seattle City Light, a department of the City of Seattle, is one of the nation’s largest municipally owned utilities in terms of the number of customers served. Over the years we have worked very hard to keep Seattle's electricity affordable, reliable, and environmentally sound. Today, City Light is a recognized national leader in energy efficiency and environmental stewardship. 

Seattle City Light is hiring an Electrical Engineering Specialist, Associate for its Distribution Mapping team. In this position, you will work on electrical equipment mapping updates. Electrical equipment mapping drawings are used by crews and engineering to safely operate and maintain electrical equipment and cabling, plus the associated civil infrastructure (facilities and duct banks). This position will report to the Electrical Engineering Specialist, Supervisor for Distribution Mapping.   

Job Responsibilities

• Create and update underground drawings for use by SOC, operations and engineering;
• Perform research on underground drawing requests;
• Field check equipment locations;
• Update GIS database as needed.

https://governmentjobs.com/jobs/5031608

AGRICULTURE - A Cornerstone of Washington's Economy
The Washington State Department of Agriculture has been serving the state for more than 100 years. Through service, regulation, and advocacy, we keep agriculture viable and vital in Washington State, while protecting consumers, public health, and the environment. We work extensively with farmers and ranchers, but our responsibilities – from ensuring food safety to environmental protection – touch the lives of millions of people locally, nationally, and abroad.

The agency includes 780 employees approximately and grows close to 1,000 employees at the peak of seasonal work. To learn more and view additional openings, please visit our Employment Page.

The Opportunity:
The Animal Health Program promotes the economic vitality of the livestock industry by minimizing exposure to animal diseases. The program conducts active surveillance and respond to disease outbreaks. Engaging with stakeholders through education and outreach while promoting planning and preparedness to ensure continuity of business in the event of a disease outbreak.

The GIS Analyst develops, processes and supports the development of the Geographic Information System (GIS) databases, and tools. This position maintains existing and new GIS services, and trains staff on use of GIS tools and databases used to accomplish its work. 

Important Notes
WSDA is recruiting for a full-time non-permanent GIS Analyst position within the Animal Services Division. This position is approved for a home duty station, but must be located in Washington State. This is a non-represented position.

The base pay offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the preferred candidate's job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The typical starting salary range for this position is: $60,132 Step A - $78,912 Step L annually. 

https://jobs.jobvite.com/mercycorps/job/owh8wfwb

INTERNSHIP TITLE:  Geospatial Analytics & Mapping Intern (US-Based Applicants ONLY)
INTERN WORKSITE LOCATION: Remote
DATES OF INTERNSHIP:  August 2025 - December 2025
HOURS PER WEEK:  20 hours
INTERNS SUPERVISOR & CONTACT INFORMATION:  Geospatial Technology Manager
FUNDING AVAILABLE FOR THE INTERNSHIP: $1603.50/month (part-time: 20 hours/week)

Mercy Corps responsibilities
For the duration of this internship assignment the intern will receive:

•  Training and supervisory support
•  Access to Mercy Corps online tools
•  All other tools, materials and communication requirements for this project

Intern responsibilities
Intern will remain responsible for all costs associated with:

•  Laptop for working remotely
•  Accommodation, travel and living expenses

PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
The field of GIS, Earth Observation and Artificial Intelligence is growing rapidly within the humanitarian community. In light of these developments, Mercy Corps is working to enhance its geospatial operations, support and products, ensuring that we have the correct tools, data and structures in place to harness these powerful technologies to meet the immediate needs of programs and teams in carrying out their humanitarian and development work.
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LEARNING OBJECTIVES:  

•  The intern will learn about and contribute to applied GIS and Remote Sensing for humanitarian contexts including the specific needs of Mercy Corps teams and programs, the use cases for analysis and mapping and the core data and analytical needs for operational success.
•  The intern will have the opportunity to learn and employ skills productionizing workflows in a cloud environment, using cloud and desktop geospatial tools, and supporting internal capacity building at an international humanitarian organization