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https://www.vacd.org/job/gis-aerial-unmanned-vehicle-uav-technician/
Have a passion for digital map making and dream of piloting an UAV? Use that passion in service of the State’s efforts to develop and implement climate smart practices on Vermont’s farms and forests! The Vermont Association of Conservation Districts (VACD) seeks qualified applicants for a full-time GIS/Aerial Unmanned Vehicle (UAV) Technician position. The GIS/UAV Technician’s Home Office will be at the NRCS State Office in Colchester. The GIS/UAV Technician will be part of a team responsible for coordinating VACD’s sUAV program while also supporting Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) GIS Specialist in providing state-wide GIS, cartographic and business and mobile tool technical assistance to the NRCS Resource Team as well as conservation planning field staff. There will regular scheduled opportunities to Telework. The GIS/UAV Technician will have a working knowledge of natural resources, agriculture, or water quality, coursework and proficiency with ArcPro and cartographic imagery, the ability to work independently and be comfortable with field work on farms. Experience operating Unmanned Aerial Vehicles including RTK Quadcopters and an understanding of data retrieval and processing are preferred. Having or working towards of a FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certification is desired. A Bachelor’s degree with an interest in conservation is required. Starting salary is $20.45 per hour and includes yearly salary advances, health benefits, participation in an employer contribution 401K plan and a generous sick, holiday and vacation leave package. The Technician will be part of the team which has responsibility for supporting the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) GIS Specialist in providing state-wide GIS, cartographic and business and mobile tool technical assistance as part of the NRCS Resource Team.as well as being a member of VACD’s sUAV program team responsible for coordinating and completing projects. The Technician’s Home Office will be at the Colchester NRCS/USDA State Office. While the Home Office will be at the State Office classified as the Technician’s Duty Station there is the expectation that there will regular opportunities to Telework as well as instances and opportunities to “Hotel, or Touchdown” when necessitated by working in NRCS’ Field Offices throughout the Vermont. GIS Technician Duties and Responsibilities – .50 FTE The purpose of the GIS Technician position is to assist and support Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) field and state office staff in planning and implementing conservation practices in order to reduce phosphorus and sediment loading resulting in adverse impacts to water quality of Vermont’s rivers and water bodies. Working with technical direction provided by NRCS’ GIS Specialist or designee the Technician’s responsibilities may include:
Small Unmanned Aerial Systems (sUAS) Program Duties and Responsibilities– .35 FTE As a VACD sUAS team member the sUAV Technician will continue the effort to develop, coordinate and implement the sUAS program. This work may over time and with experience include:
Wetlands Easement Support Assistant Duties and Responsibilities .15 FTE The responsibilities of the Wetlands Easement Support Assistant portion of this position will provide assistance to NRCS Wetland and Resource staff and may include the following specific tasks:
The GIS/sUAV/NR Support Technician will be an employee of VACD. VACD will provide overall administrative, HR support and supervision carried out chiefly by the VACD Conservation Program Manager. Responsibility for day-to-day assignments and technical oversight may be provided by NRCS GIS Specialist, as well as members of NRCS Resource Team or designee. Training, technical guidance and workload prioritization will be discussed with VACD’s Conservation Programs Manager in consultation the NRCS. Any changes in duties and program direction will be discussed with representatives from NRCS and VACD Conservation Programs Manager and approved by the VACD Executive Director. Salary and Benefits This is a full-time, non-exempt position, with starting wage of $ 18.45 per hour. After successful completion of the first year of service position salary will advance along a path equivalent to the Federal General Services GS 6 pay grade starting at Step 2. In addition the position is eligible for yearly Cost of Living Allowance (COLA) increases as determined by the US Office of Personnel Management (OPM) at the beginning of each calendar year. The benefits include contributions to VACD’s Cafeteria Health plan, participation in employer contribution 401 K plan and generous, sick, holiday and vacation leave. Training and Professional Development The sUAV/GIS Technician will receive orientation and training from VACD, NRCS and other partners and will have multiple opportunities for professional development as approved by the VACD Conservation Programs Manager. Reporting Monthly narrative and statistical reports will be submitted for review to the VACD Conservation Program Manager. Qualifications
Send resume, cover letter and contact information for three professional references by January 24th to VACD, c/o Amanda Harris at [email protected], or PO Box 889, Montpelier, VT 05601 Comments are closed.
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