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Staff GIS Specialist

BAAMA Admin — Thu, 10 May 2012 14:50:33 GMT

Lettis Consultants International (LCI) is looking for a GIS Specialist to support various GIS tasks applied to the general fields of engineering geology and seismic hazards assessment. This is an entry level position which could be filled by a GIS Specialist with less than 6 years of experience. Please see the job description below and submit your resume and a cover letter to newhires@lettisci.com with “Staff GIS Specialist” in the subject line. You can also submit examples of your previous work products as PDF files or as website links.

LCI is an Earth Science consulting firm specializing in engineering geologic, seismic and natural hazards investigations. LCI is a small business located in the San Francisco Bay Area that is dedicated to providing its clients with science-based solutions to technically challenging Earth Science problems. LCI personnel have extensive experience conducting large, logistically complex, multi-disciplinary studies for critical facilities such as nuclear power plants, dams, ports, bridges, pipelines and LNG terminals.

Skills & Experience Required:
• Degree in GIS or Earth Science-related field with coursework in both disciplines (Masters degree is a plus)
• ArcGIS 9.3 or newer (intermediate/advanced)
• Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, Acrobat Pro (intermediate/advanced)
• MS Office Professional (intermediate/advanced)
• Knowledge of additional ESRI or non-ESRI GIS products is a plus
• Knowledge of website design and update is a plus
• Knowledge of GPS data collection and processing is a plus
• Knowledge and processing of 3D datasets is a plus
• Knowledge of IT related to hardware and software is a plus
GIS Specialists possess the following skills, knowledge, and abilities:
• Earth Science: A basic understanding of physical geography and/or geology.
• Communication, Written, Oral, and Cartographic: The ability to convey GIS and spatial information to non-technical people.
• Analytical Skills: The ability to solve problems using the GIS suite of tools.
• Mathematics: Using mathematics to solve problems.
• Information Gathering: Knowing how to find information and identify essential information, and validate the information.
• Information Ordering: The ability to correctly follow a given rule or set of rules in order to arrange things or actions in a certain order.
• Computer Science: Using and developing computer programs to solve problems.
• Systems Evaluation: Looking at many indicators of system performance, taking into account their accuracy.
GIS Specialists perform the following tasks:

• Create maps and graphs, using GIS software and related equipment.
• Work with LCI geologists or clients to define data needs, project requirements, required outputs, or to develop applications.
• Gather, analyze, and integrate spatial data and determine how best the information can be displayed using GIS.
• Compile geographic data from a variety of sources.
• Analyze spatial data for geographic statistics to incorporate into documents and reports.
• Design and update of spatial databases, applying additional knowledge of spatial feature representations.
• Enter new map data by digitizing or by direct input of coordinate information using the principles of cartography including coordinate systems, longitude, latitude, elevation, topography, and map scales.
• Analyze geographic relationships among varying types of data.
• Prepare metadata and other documentation.
• Operate and maintain GIS system hardware, software, plotter, digitizer, color printer, and video camera.
• Present information to users and answer questions.

LCI supports a diverse workforce and collegial working environment. We support active research and professional development for all employees, with a strong belief that good science and good people make good business. LCI supports all full time employees with health and dental coverage, a 401(k) retirement plan, and other benefits.

Salary:
Organization*:	Lettis Consultants International Inc. "LCI"
Department:
Address*:	1981 N. Broadway Suite 330 Walnut Creet,CA 94596 United States
Contact Name:	Thea Carrillo
Contact Email:	newhires@lettisci.com
Contact Phone Number:	925-482-0360
Contact Fax Number:	--
Website:	http://lettisci.com

GIS Analyst

BAAMA Admin — Thu, 10 May 2012 13:40:31 GMT

Full time position as GIS analyst performing desktop GIS data management, analysis, and web applications development. Services are focused on right of way Geodatabase development and associated applications to verify data quality, link with official records, and implement data access and viewing tools.

Required Skills - Demonstrated expertise in ArcGIS desktop tools, understanding of geodatabase design, quality management, and metadata documentation. Demonstrated experience and high proficiency in GIS website development.
Desired skills include AutoDesk Civil 3D or LDT, python scripting, Postgre SQL, Google Earth application deployment.
This is a staff augmentation position through an agreement between Psomas and Caltrans.

Salary:
Organization*:	Caltrans District 4
Department:	Right of Way / Land Surveys
Address*:	111 Grand Ave Oakland,CA 94612 United States
Contact Name:	Craig Gooch
Contact Email:	cgooch@psomas.com
Contact Phone Number:	--
Contact Fax Number:	--
Website:	http://

Geographic Production Engineer

BAAMA Admin — Tue, 08 May 2012 21:49:44 GMT

Aechelon Technology Inc, a leading developer and supplier of visual systems for high-end flight simulators based in San Francisco, has an open position for a full-time geography production engineer. The primary workplace for this position will be in our San Francisco office.

You will be a member of a production team developing seamless, very large area satellite/aerial imagery based databases in support of flight training programs. Position entails preparation of geographic imagery data for image editing by other team members along with integration and composition of various sources of data with combination of in-house and commercial software into seamless real world visual databases. No relocation reimbursement provided.

Required Skills :

* BS/BA in geography or similar related field.
* Intermediate to advanced experience with Leica Geosystems Erdas image processing software packages (Leica Geosystems Erdas Imagine, ITT ENVI, etc)
* Understanding/experience with import/conversion/management of raster/vector geographic datasets in varying formats/conventions (geotiff, DTED, USGS DEM, DOQQ, LIDAR, ESRI shapefiles, multiband Landsat, MrSid)
* Understanding of map projections and related geographic concepts.
* Experience working in MS windows based environment and strong understanding of underlying hardware/software limits/processes as relating specifically to image processing.
* Background/experience with material classification techniques of remotely sensed data.
* Experience with Adobe Photoshop as it relates to color enhancement and image editing
* United States citizenship required, due to restrictions on access to certain data
* Strong analytical and problem solving skills.

Desired Skills/Experience

* Experience with shell programming/scripting
* Experience with Microsoft Office (MSExcel/MSWord)
* Experience with xml/xml schema.
* Experience with UNIX/Linux operating systems.
* Understanding of basic color theory and an aesthetic eye as it relates to real world data for simulation.

We offer a very attractive compensation package including competitive base salary, company performance-based profit sharing, 401k, medical, dental, vision and life insurance plans.

Equal opportunity Employer, Principals Only, No third parties please.

Email preferred. Please forward resumes to mike@aechelon.com

Salary:	Commensurate with experience
Organization*:	Aechelon Technology Inc
Department:	Imagery/Geographic Content Creation Department
Address*:	600 Townsend St Ste 125W San Francisco,CA 94103 United States
Contact Name:	Michael Jacobs
Contact Email:	mike@aechelon.com
Contact Phone Number:	408-829-8693
Contact Fax Number:	--
Website:	http://www.aechelon.com

Geospatial Web Application Developers (2)

BAAMA Admin — Fri, 27 Apr 2012 13:46:39 GMT

The Geospatial Innovation Facility (GIF – http://gif.berkeley.edu) in the College of Natural Resources, UC Berkeley, is seeking two talented full-time Web Application Developers (Applications Programmer 3, exempt), who have experience developing creative web-based visualization tools.

The GIF supports research and outreach activities to users interested in spatial analysis and visualization utilizing GIS, GPS, remote sensing, and WebGIS. We promote geospatial solutions to the research community, both on and off campus.

The Geospatial Web Application Developers will help build new tools and visualizations for several projects including mapping landcover change with USGS data, enabling species modeling and analysis in an online platform in partnership with the Berkeley Natural History Museums, and updating the Cal-Adapt (http://cal-adapt.org) web application.

Responsibilities

Under the direction of the GIF Executive Director, the incumbents will be responsible for:

Designing, developing, modifying, debugging and evaluating complex web applications in an open source environment.
Analyzing existing applications and work to formulate logic for new systems, devising logic procedures, preparing flowcharting, performing coding, data analysis, and tests/debugs programs through the application of professional programming concepts.
Providing analysis for the design and use of complex relational databases.
Performing complex data modeling, performance and integration testing and building tools for a variety of internal and external constituents.

Required Qualifications

Requires thorough knowledge of application programming, including proven experience designing and implementing creative User Experience / User Interface (UX/UI) for data and map based visualizations.
Requires advanced skills associated with programming design, modification and implementation including Python and Django, Javascript (jQuery, jQueryUI), and HTML/CSS or equivalent.
Requires interpersonal skills in order to work with both technical and non-technical personnel at various levels in the organization.
Must be able to communicate technical information in a clear and concise manner.
Has ability to interface with management and project team on a regular basis.
Familiarity in using Linux servers for testing and deployment and “Git” for version control.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience developing in geospatial web based platforms (GeoDjango, Google Maps API, OpenLayers)
RDBMS knowledge, specifically PostgreSQL/PostGIS
Understanding of geospatial data formats and standards (vector and raster)
Ability to effectively communicate with clients and users to solicit and utilize feedback

Salary & Benefits

Annual Salary: $57,000 to $78,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University, which includes health, dental, vision insurance, and retirement, visit:

http://atyourservice.ucop.edu/forms_pubs/misc/benefits_of_belonging.pdf

How to Apply

Please submit your cover letter and resume as a single attachment when applying.
Samples of work (url or pdf) are encouraged at the time of applying, but not required.

Applications must be submitted via UC Berkeley's Job Website: Go to http://jobs.berkeley.edu, and click on "Search and Apply for Jobs Now!", and then on "View Job Posting/apply for Job" to search for Job 13866.

Other Information

Positions are fulltime career and funded for a 2 years with the possibility of extension.They are classified at Applications Programmer 3 (PSS 22), exempt level.

Review of applications will begin May 11, 2012

PLEASE NOTE: Sending a resume or CV does not mean that you have applied for this job. You must go through UC Berkeley's Job Website to officially apply for this job. Thank you!

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California, Berkeley is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Salary:	Annual Salary: $57,000 to $78,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Organization*:	UC Berkeley
Department:	Geospatial Innovation Facility
Address*:	111 Mulford Hall Berkeley,CA 94720 United States
Contact Name:	Kevin Koy
Contact Email:
Contact Phone Number:	--
Contact Fax Number:	--
Website:	http://gif.berkeley.edu

GIS Technician - Data Entry (short term position)

BAAMA Admin — Fri, 02 Mar 2012 17:34:46 GMT

Endpoint Environmental is searching for qualified candidates available to work on a part-time for full-time basis for a minimum period of six months beginning early May 2012. Work will take place in our office in the Richmond District of San Francisco.

Professional Skills

Candidate must be quality, results, and customer focused; excellent customer service is a cornerstone of our business. Work is time-sensitive and getting it done can mean late nights or weekends. Candidate works well in a team environment or independently and is open to constructive criticism and feedback. Take out the trash and reline the garbage can with a new bag.

Geography or related BA/BS from an accredited college required. Related MA/ MS degree welcome. If you are in the process of acquiring your Master's, please apply.

Technical Skills

Basic GIS data entry skills needed. Must be able to stay focused and do repetitive, routine tasks. Work relates to watershed analysis and includes reading reports, gathering pertinent information, and entering data into a geodatabase. Report cataloging and metadata production required. Must be able to stay organized and conscientious of QA/QC measures. Supervised by a Project Manager and/or a Contract Manager. Proficiency with MS Office Suite and ESRI ArcGIS 10.

Place of Work

Endpoint Environmental is located in the Richmond District of San Francisco. Our office is easily accessed by the 38 or 38L Muni bus (Geary Blvd and 20th Ave.). Free parking on side streets can be tough after 8:30AM so public transportation is encouraged. Metered parking is available ($2/hr).

About Endpoint Environmental, LLC

Endpoint Environmental LLC serves private and government sector clients in the Bay Area and beyond. We build maps using remote sensing image analysis, geographic information systems (GIS) and classic cartography. We meet the professional needs of our clients by delivering exemplary customer service, exceptional geospatial services, and accurate, beautiful maps. Our work is focused primarily on environmental remediation and mitigation projects, land use/land cover change, water-related issues, utilities, and image processing/feature extraction. Our company is a spinoff of work completed in 2005 with the DEVELOP Program at NASA Ames Research Center. Endpoint Environmental is a small, woman-owned business.

Please send a resume and cover letter to catherine@endpointenvironmental.com.

Salary:	$22.50/hr
Organization*:	Endpoint Environmental LLC
Department:
Address*:	5616 Geary Blvd. Suite 204 San Francisco,CA 94121-2253 United States
Contact Name:	Catherine Burton
Contact Email:	catherine@endpointenvironmental.com
Contact Phone Number:	415-379-9296
Contact Fax Number:	--
Website:	http://www.endpointenvironmental.com

GIS Practice Lead

BAAMA Admin — Wed, 04 Apr 2012 02:11:30 GMT

position cab be staffed in San Fran, Oakland, or Sacramento..

Title GIS Practice Lead
Location Sacramento, CA
Job ID 40
# of openings 1
Description
About Critigen:

Critigen, LLC is a global leader in geospatial technology consulting with over 25 years of A/E/C experience delivering industry-leading, business driven GIS solutions and services to companies, utilities, municipalities, state agencies and the Federal government. Critigen specializes in Enterprise & Cloud GIS, ArcGIS Web & Mobile Solutions, Data Management, Surveying and Mapping.

Location: Sacramento/SF Bay Area

Summary

Critigen is looking for a GIS Practice territory leader that has the ability to grow our business, successfully manage complex projects, and to develop/mentor our exceptional staff. The successful candidate will work as a high level technical GIS consultant and project manager in support of a wide range of environmental, planning and engineering disciplines. Provide primary project assignment, workload leveling, staff hiring and quality assurance that may span multiple offices within the region. Will represent the firm at GIS events, meetings, conferences and will actively participate in the profession through the publishing of papers and participation on boards and committees. Come join our community of GIS professionals to develop innovative geospatial approaches and solutions to complex subject areas.

Basic Qualifications:

Education: BA/BS in Geography, GIS, Planning, Natural Resources, Engineering or related field

Years of Experience: 10+

Primary Skills:

Demonstrates leadership qualities in the management and development of people
Deep knowledge of GIS technology (Esri ArcGIS) and science; with strong knowledge of other complimentary subject areas and understands the objectives of the related regulatory and/or industry requirements
Communicate thoughts, ideas, and information of a technical nature in a logical, organized, coherent and persuasive manner
Commensurate experience working with Esri software, specifically the ArcGIS suite including ArcGIS Server
Ability to take initiative and clearly lead, define, estimate and write detailed project scope documents and respond to request for proposals (RFPs)
Displays responsible positive behaviors for consistency, predictability and reliability at work to complete assignments and meet deadlines
Excellent interpersonal, writing, presentation, and leadership skills

Preferred Qualifications:

Understanding of industry trends, new technologies and emerging markets
Deep domain experience working in the utility, oil & gas pipeline, environmental, planning, water resources or transportation industries
Experienced project manager with full understanding of PMBOK principles and processes
Has established a strong professional and client network in Hawaii
GISP and PMP Certification

Travel: Ability to travel domestically and internationally

Salary:	TBD
Organization*:	Critigen
Department:
Address*:	TBD Sacramento,CA 94201 United States
Contact Name:
Contact Email:	tim.siedem@critigen.com
Contact Phone Number:	--
Contact Fax Number:	--
Website:	http://

Biogeographer/Conservation GIS Specialist

BAAMA Admin — Tue, 03 Apr 2012 18:27:33 GMT

The California Department of Fish and Game (DFG) and the California Wildlife Foundation invite applications for a temporary one-year position (time extension possible) as a Biogeographer/Conservation GIS Specialistto participate in California data development and analysis for a western-states Crucial Habitat Assessment Tool (CHAT) beginning April 16th, 2012 in Sacramento, California.

This geospatial data development and analysis project is coordinated by the Western Governors Association to address regional crucial wildlife habitat and corridor planning (www.westgov.org/initiatives/wildlife) . This job focuses on data development, analysis and project coordination for a western-states conservation decision support system and environmental data portal. Project teams are made up of members from 17 western states. The position is housed with the Biogeographic Data Branch of the DFG (www.dfg.ca.gov/biogeodata) and will collaborate internally with department scientists.

Required qualifications for the position include a degree in Geography or Environmental Sciences or Conservation GIS, with strong expertise in ecological data analysis, GIS and spatial modeling. An advanced degree is preferable. High proficiency with ESRI GIS software products is required. Previous experience participating in highly collaborative projects and excellent communications skills are also desired. Some travel required.

Monthly Ranged Compensation is $5,000/month. A reduced time base can be considered. (This fixed compensation amount is available as salary only or salary & benefits). A 401(k) plan with company match after 500 hours of service.

Review of applications will start immediately and will continue until the position is filled. For full consideration, complete applications should be submitted by April 6, 2012.
Send a cover letter, complete and detailed C.V. and contact information for three references, by email, to Tom Lupo, Branch Chief, CA Department of Fish and Game. tlupo@dfg.ca.gov

Salary:	$5,000 (salary and benefits comb.)
Organization*:	CA Department of Fish and Game
Department:	Biogeographic Data Branch
Address*:	1807 13th Street, Suite 202 Sacramento,CA 95811 United States
Contact Name:	Tom Lupo
Contact Email:	tlupo@dfg.ca.gov
Contact Phone Number:	--
Contact Fax Number:	--
Website:	http://www.dfg.ca.gov/biogeodata

IT-Applications Software Specialist- BIOS ArcMap Extension Programming

BAAMA Admin — Sat, 24 Mar 2012 16:13:06 GMT

Pacific States Marine Fisheries Commission Job Announcement

Job Title: IT-Applications Software Specialist- BIOS ArcMap Extension Programming Job Number: 12-155 Closing Date: 4/5/2012 Salary: $61,451- $72,800 DOE Location: Sacramento, CA

This position is a full-time position filled by Pacific States Marine Fisheries Commission, located and working for the GIS Unit in the Biogeographic Data Branch of the California Department of Fish and Game (DFG) in downtown Sacramento, CA. The primary role of this position is to assist DFG staff in their development of tools and extensions for ESRI's ArcMap software (v10). This will include creating tools for special editing functions as well as special analysis functions, working with internal end users to clarify the functional needs and usability, and more.

Essential Functions:

Create and manage ArcMap desktop tool extensions to replace existing AML tools. The tools will be created for an internal group of data development scientists who work with ArcMap daily. This will include requirements analysis, developing code, testing, debugging, documenting and the creation of an end-user manual.
Migrate the spatial data used by this group to a geodatabase structure. Research and recommend appropriate ESRI data format based on the existing needs and processes in place.
Further refine and analyze technical and functional process and best practices documents for this groups data development and applications. Assure they are consistent with current and planned infrastructure and data environments.

Minimum Qualification Requirements:

Candidates must present one year of Specialized Experience** which demonstrates:

Knowledge of the customary approaches, techniques, and requirements appropriate to GIS analysis and mapping, as well as custom GIS desktop tool design and development;
Knowledge of planning sequences necessary to accomplish assignments where this entailes coordination with others outside the organizational unit; and
Adaptation of guidelines or precedents to the needs of the assignment.

The Specialized Experience must equip the candidate with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled. To be creditable, the Specialized Experience must have been equivalent to at least the next lower level in the normal line of progression position.

Knowledge Required by the Position:

At the lower end of the range, the employee has broad knowledge, abilities, and skills as follows:

Knowledge of developing custom tools in ArcMap.
Ability to analyze, design, test, and implement complex applications.
Knowledge of Visual C#.NET and Python programming languages and techniques.
Knowledge of GIS data types.
Knowledge of relational database management systems and structured query language.
Knowledge of effective technical writing techniques.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.
Ability to interact and deal effectively with individuals and groups having diverse backgrounds (biologists, engineers, statisticians, economists, fiscal specialists, computer specialists, etc.) to translate their needs to software functionality.

At the upper end of the range, the employee uses mastery-level knowledge and abilities to develop state-of-the-art technology and functionality.

Additional Mandatory Skills:

Experience designing and testing desktop mapping tools in ArcMap
Programming experience in .NET or Python
Experience creating Stored Procedures in SQL Server 2008
Experience working with GIS data types
Working knowledge of enterprise hardware and software
Good communication and problem solving skills

Additional Desirable Skills:

Experience with the MS Visual Studio .NET development environment
Programming experience in C#.NET and VB.NET
Experience working with ArcObjects
Experience working in MS Access
Experience working on user interface design
Knowledge of DFG policies, procedures, and strategic objectives

PSMFC is an EEO/AAP Employer. We maintain a drug-free workplace.

Salary:	61,451-72,800, DOE
Organization*:	Pacific States Marine Fisheries Commission(PSMFC) in partnership with California Department of Fish and Game(CDFG)
Department:	Sacramento, CA-GIS Unit
Address*:	CDFG GIS UNIT Sacramento,CA 95814 United States
Contact Name:	Steve Goldman
Contact Email:	recruit@psmfc.org
Contact Phone Number:	--
Contact Fax Number:	--
Website:	http://www.psmfc.org/psmfc-info/careers/current-openings

GIS Specialist

BAAMA Admin — Tue, 13 Mar 2012 13:59:26 GMT

Cardno ENTRIX is one of the leading firms in the North and Latin American countries with respect to natural resources management and environmental consulting. Cardno ENTRIX has quickly become one of the top places to work in the environmental consulting industry. Cardno ENTRIX is a company under Cardno Limited a global company with offices around the world with more than 4,600 employees. Cardno recently ranked No. 1st on Zweig White Hot Firm List, 19th largest petrochemical firm on the ENR Top 500 Design Firm List, 34th largest firm on the ENR Top 500 list and also ranked on ENR’s Top 200 International Design Firms lists for 2011 in addition to other rankings.

We provide a diverse, passionate, multi-disciplinary team of colleagues and many opportunities for a highly motivated and dedicated scientists and engineers to engage in environmentally-critical management solutions. A position on the Cardno ENTRIX team offers a highly-motivated, qualified candidate an opportunity to shape the future and many chances to make a real difference regarding the management of natural resources.

For more information or to apply online, visit us at: www.cardnoentrix.com / www.cardno.com

Cardno ENTRIX is seeking a well-qualified geospatial professional to work in our Sacramento office with a multidisciplinary team of accomplished biologists, ecologists, toxicologists, environmental scientists, engineers, economists and planners on a variety of natural resource projects throughout the United States.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Spatial data processing
• Map making
• Manual cartography and other GIS production tasks
• Metadata generation

Basic Qualifications:

• BS degree or higher in geography; or related physical or social science
• Knowledge of principles, practices and applications of geography, cartography and GIS systems, GPS principles and CAD
• Two to three years of relevant experience working with ESRI’s ArcGIS
• Knowledge or experience with standard GPS data collection/processing/management
• Basic knowledge and experience with CAD software (preferably AutoCAD) and data interoperability between CAD and GIS
• Basic understanding of, and a willingness to learn, environmental science and natural resource management
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel & Access
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without company sponsorship

Desired Qualifications:

• Strong organizational skills – needs to possess the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines; simultaneously work on and manage multiple tasks/projects, while working in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong business/client orientation
• Detail oriented; resourceful
• Flexible, team-oriented approach, with the willingness and desire to work as a part of a multidisciplinary team and with diverse team members
• Positive and energetic attitude
• Self motivated; strong initiative

Cardno ENTRIX is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

To apply, visit: https://www.ultirecruit.com/TBE1000B/Jobboard/JobDetails.aspx?__ID=*E39D5B19A9BB04A4

Salary:
Organization*:	Cardno ENTRIX
Department:
Address*:	701 University Ave., Ste. 200 Sacramento,CA 95825 United States
Contact Name:
Contact Email:
Contact Phone Number:	--
Contact Fax Number:	--
Website:	http://www.cardnoentrix.com/careers

Data Management Specialist-Passage Assessment Database, JOB#11-85

BAAMA Admin — Tue, 13 Mar 2012 13:28:15 GMT

Pacific States Marine Fisheries Commission has an opening for a full time Data Managment Specialist in the Sacramento, CA area.

Essential Functions:

At the lower end of the range, Data Management Specialists (Natural Sciences):

*Compile project data into standardized electronic data formats. This includes accessing filed information and verifying its accuracy and completeness, performing data entry, electronic data transfer, editing, and error checking.
*Extract relevant data which may be presented in many different text and numeric formats, reports, tables, graphics, or figures.
*Maintain local versions of datasets in accordance with established regional database exchange formats and standards.
*Maintain a local archive of current and historical reports and documents. Coordinate the regular transfer of reference materials to archives and libraries.
*Perform a variety of tasks related to Geographic Information Systems (GIS) that may include map preparation, geo-referencing biological and habitat data, maintaining location information tables, editing and updating hydrography GIS coverages, and maintaining metadata for data sets and GIS coverages.
*Train technical and general users in the use of database applications through individual instruction and/or group presentations.
*Create queries, summaries, and/or maps in response to requests for customized data.
*Prepare and manipulate various data and graphic outputs for use in reports, presentations and internet applications using standardized retrieval scripts.

At the upper end of the range, employees:

*Develop and implement databases and libraries. Includes acquiring new data as well as taking previously created or historical databases or spreadsheets and integrating them. Data sources vary in format including database, spreadsheet, and survey data sets. Custom interfaces may be required.
*Produce written research and statistical reports (including graphs, tables, maps, and text), data sets, and data summaries using a variety of analytical techniques and software tools. This involves the master-level use of database retrieval scripts.
*Document data handling and reporting to ensure consistency and validity of data between and within sites. Files may come from sources that use different computer hardware, software systems/protocols, and different communication packages.
*Maintain and update data catalogs, data catalog directories, and metadata.
*Perform system maintenance and backups. This includes routine database checkpoints, checkpoint verification, tuning, data-process merges, and user account management. Restore files when required.
*Perform Help Desk functions, responding to on-line user inquiries about access to the database and data retrievals, the execution of query scripts, and standard report programs.

Knowledge Required by the Position:

-At least three years of professional experience in the development and management of relational databases of increasing complexity over that timeframe. Data management experience must include quality control processes, manipulation of large datasets, and exporting data for analysis.

-At least two years of professional experience managing GIS data, including managing data for the natural sciences, preferably biological/hydrological data.

Addionally, the employee must have knowledge of:

*Natural sciences
*Computers and software packages and applications for databases, spreadsheets, and word processing
*Data management concepts, principles, and methods
*Quality assurance principles
*Technical documentation methods and procedures
*Analytical methods and common query languages

Additional Mandatory Knowledge and Skills :

*MS Access, Excel, Word and SQL
*ArcSDE
*ArcIMS
*ArcView
*ArcInfo
*ArcEdit
*Visual Basic
*GIS
*Good oral communication skills
*Writing technical documentation

PSMFC is an EEO/AAP employer. We maintain a drug-free workplace.

Apply online at www.psmfc.org. Please do not send application materials via email or fax to employer; all applicants must apply online. Please note that the Employment and Career Center is not compatible with Google Chrome.

Reference Job#11-85
Closing Date: 4/12/2012

Salary:	20.56/hr
Organization*:	Pacific States Marine Fisheries Commission
Department:	Sacramento, CA
Address*:	205 SE Spokane St Suite#100 Portland,OR 97202 United States
Contact Name:	Erica Diebel
Contact Email:	recruit@psmfc.org
Contact Phone Number:	503-595-3100
Contact Fax Number:	503-595-3233
Website:	http://www.psmfc.org

GIS Web Developer: City and Regional Planning/ Sustainable Development

BAAMA Admin — Sat, 25 Feb 2012 21:22:41 GMT

The Planning Center | DC&E is hiring a GIS Web Developer to oversee GIS web development efforts firm-wide.

Our GIS Web Developer oversees all web based aspects of GIS work in all of our offices, with specific duties including:
• Managing and completing web based applications that emphasize GIS.
• Training in-house and client staff in web based GIS applications.
• Perform desktop GIS mapping and analysis tasks.
• Web Development of TPC|DC&E’s proprietary “GreenScore” GIS-based indicators model.

Core Qualifications
• Experience with HTML5, CSS, and JavaScript.
• Experience with web mapping APIs such as OpenLayers, UMap and Bing/Google Maps APIs.
• Experience working with ArcServer.
• Experience using MS SQL Server/Oracle database.
• Enthusiasm to learn and develop skills quickly with minimal supervision.
• Excellent verbal and problem solving skills.

Preferred Additional Skills
• Python, Flash/ActionScript, Silverlight.
• Spatial data creation and processing.
• Mobile application development and knowledge of cutting edge technologies.
• Database development with proficiency in SQL.
• Prior experience in Keyhole Markup Language (KML) schema, Web Feature Service (WFS) interface, and Web Map Service (WMS) protocol.

Candidates should be conversant with enterprise-level GIS systems using ESRI products. Applicants should also have the ability to work collaboratively with a wide range of staff members, manage projects with minimal oversight, and work as a self-starter. A minimum of five years experience in progressively responsible GIS/web development positions is required. GISP and/or ESRI Certification would all be a plus but are not required.

We offer a competitive salary, generous benefits, and a casual work environment. The selected candidate could work from either of our offices in Berkeley or Santa Ana.

Please email a cover letter, your resume, salary requirements and/or history, and a sample of one or more GIS projects as a PDF attachment to Ana Mónica Ryan at amryan@planningcenter.com.

The Planning Center | DC&E is an equal opportunity employer.

Salary:
Organization*:	The Planning Center \| DC&E
Department:
Address*:	1625 Shattuck Avenue Suite 300 Berkeley,CA 94709 United States
Contact Name:	Ana Monica Ryan
Contact Email:	amryan@planningcenter.com
Contact Phone Number:	510-848-3815
Contact Fax Number:	--
Website:	www.planningcenter.com

GIS Manager: City and Regional Planning/ Sustainable Development

BAAMA Admin — Sat, 25 Feb 2012 21:21:54 GMT

The Planning Center | DC&E is hiring a GIS Manager to oversee firm-wide GIS efforts.

The Planning Center | DC&E is a multi-disciplinary firm of approximately 110 planners, urban designers and landscape architects working in the fields of city planning, environmental review, urban design, landscape architecture, GIS and public participation. The Planning Center and Design, Community & Environment (DC&E) merged in March 2011, and provide services throughout California and the Intermountain West. Please take a look at our websites (www.planningcenter.com and www.dceplanning.com ) to find out more about the work we do.

Our GIS Manager oversees all aspects of GIS work in all of our offices, with specific duties including:
• Managing and completing stand-alone projects that emphasize GIS.
• Assisting other staff in creating GIS systems and completing GIS analyses for planning and design projects.
• Training in-house and client staff in GIS applications.
• Creating and maintaining company-wide GIS systems and protocols.
• Developing and maintaining company-wide GIS data repository.
• Developing and managing DC&E’s proprietary “GreenScore” GIS-based indicators model.
• Making recommendations regarding company-wide GIS hardware and software needs.
• Marketing the company’s GIS services, both for stand-alone GIS projects and as part of our other services.

We seek candidates with experience in all planning- and design-related applications of GIS, with special emphasis on one or more of the following:
• Land use planning, including issues such as ownership, use, land value and agricultural resources.
• GIS-based scenario modeling tools such as CommunityVIZ, Index and/or PLACE3S.
• Urban design, including 3D modeling and visual simulations.
• Sustainability, including energy usage and greenhouse gas emissions.
• Environmental issues and constraints, such as hazardous materials and geological features.
• Planning-level transportation, bicycle and pedestrian analysis.
• Natural resource planning, including vegetation and habitat mapping.
• Open space and trail planning, including ownership, trail alignments and open space value.
• Public health, including access to healthy food and incidence of disease.

Candidates should be conversant with enterprise-level GIS systems using ESRI products, and have experience in creating and managing web-based GIS tools and complex geodatabases. Applicants should also have the ability to work collaboratively with a wide range of staff members, manage projects with minimal oversight, and work as a self-starter. A minimum of five years experience in progressively responsible GIS positions is required. Additional experience in programming, website development, GPS applications and/or remote sensing, along with GISP and/or ESRI Certification, would all be a plus but are not required.

We offer a competitive salary, generous benefits, and a casual work environment. The selected candidate could work from either of our offices in Berkeley or Santa Ana.

Please email a cover letter, your resume, salary requirements and/or history, and a sample of one or more GIS projects as a PDF attachment to Ana Mónica Ryan at amryan@planningcenter.com.

The Planning Center | DC&E is an equal opportunity employer.

Salary:
Organization*:	The Planning Center \| DCE
Department:
Address*:	1625 Shattuck Avenue Suite 300 Berkeley,CA 94709 United States
Contact Name:	Ana Monica Ryan
Contact Email:	amryan@planningcenter.com
Contact Phone Number:	510-848-3815
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Website:	www.planningcenter.com

Entry Level- GIS/Database Analyst

BAAMA Admin — Thu, 16 Feb 2012 21:50:07 GMT

Geosyntec Consultants, Inc. (Geosyntec), an environmental engineering and consulting firm, is seeking a full-time Database and/or GIS Analyst in Oakland, California to support its Groundwater Remediation practice. The selected candidate will provide database management and/or geographic information systems (GIS) support for site investigation, groundwater remediation, surface water, and landfill projects. Directly applicable work experience is not a requirement; however, to be considered a candidate must have a strong educational background and be proficient in one or more of the following areas: GIS, database, statistical analysis, advanced spreadsheet processing, programming, and/or graphical design.

Job Responsibilities:
The selected candidate will work in one or more of the following areas: development and management of environmental relational databases, development and maintenance of GIS projects, data processing, graphic design. Initially, the selected candidate will support legacy workflows by focusing on data management, data analysis, data visualization, report generation, and figure preparation. However, it is expected that the candidate will take the initiative to develop tools and procedures to improve the efficiency, accuracy, and transferability of data-intensive work products. Such protocols may include programming of automated routines for analytical data evaluation within GIS applications and the expansion of our website development practice.

Requirements:
The minimum qualifications for this position are a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in environmental science, geography, computer science, or closely aligned discipline. The successful candidate must demonstrate the following applicable experience:

i. Expertise in GIS software, including ArcGIS 9.3/10, ArcObjects/Python scripting, Model Builder, and extensions (e.g. Spatial Analyst, 3D Analyst, ArcScene, ArcGlobe, Arc Hydro, ArcPublisher); or
ii. Experience with relational databases, including the use of (Microsoft SQL Server and Microsoft Access); or
iii. Experience with Adobe Illustrator/Photoshop, 3D visualization and modeling programs (e.g. EVS/MVS, Google Earth, Google SketchUp, GMS), web programming/web mapping.

Candidate Attributes:
Geosyntec strives to hire and retain the best and brightest candidates available in the marketplace. To be selected for this position, the candidate must possess exceptional interpersonal skills and outstanding oral and written communication skills allowing positive internal, client, and contractor relationships. The successful candidate will be technically savvy and highly motivated. Must be an independent worker, but also collaborate well with others. Excellent project management skills are required as are outstanding engineering/scientific problem-solving abilities. The selected candidate will demonstrate passion for the business of environmental consulting, technical excellence and quality, leadership potential, a commitment to lifelong learning and growth, and the desire to build a long and rewarding career with the firm.

Apply Here:
http://www.geosyntec.com/UI/Default.aspx?m=jobpostingdetail&JobID=192

Please select the “Geosyntec–U.S. – CA, Oakland” for desired location of employment.

Salary:
Organization*:	Geosyntec Consultants
Department:
Address*:	1111 Broadway 6th Floor Oakland,CA 94607 United States
Contact Name:
Contact Email:
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Website:	http://www.geosyntec.com

GIS Analyst

BAAMA Admin — Wed, 15 Feb 2012 21:24:49 GMT

URS Corporation's Oakland GIS Group is looking for a highly motivated and technically capable GIS professional to join our team. We support a variety of clients from the fields of natural resource management, engineering, emergency management planning, and permitting. Applicants must be enthusiastic and self-disciplined in order to work efficiently in an exciting, diverse, and fast-paced environment. The GIS Analyst will be required to:

- Create, edit, and maintain geospatial databases and metadata
- Provide spatial analyses in support of clients and staff including engineers, biologists, archaeologists, hydrologists, and geologists
- Provide detailed and concise cartographic output
- Develop visualization and communication strategies for data and results presentation
- Develop and implement server/web GIS and database applications

Required qualifications:
- BS/BA degree
- Four years as a GIS professional
- Strong skills using Esri ArcGIS for Desktop v.10 and extensions
- Experience in building and using a GIS to solve problems and present results
- Raster and vector data creation and editing
- Georeferencing imagery and maps
- Written and oral communication for all levels of technical understanding

Preferred qualifications:
- Experience using ArcGIS for Server, including ArcSDE
- Relational database management (SQL Server or Oracle)
- GIS web and mobile application development using commercial and open-source resources
- GPS data collection and processing
- CADD-GIS data conversion and integration
- Business development and marketing

Compenstation:
Salary dependent on qualifications; includes complete benefits package

Salary:	Dependent on qualifications
Organization*:	URS Corporation
Department:	Environmental Sciences
Address*:	1333 Broadway Suite 800 Oakland,CA 94612-1924 United States
Contact Name:	Christian Raumann
Contact Email:	christian.raumann@urs.com
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Website:	http://www.urs.com

Aerial Imagery Analyst

BAAMA Admin — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 15:53:39 GMT

Aerial Services is a small Bay Area company. We do aerial targeting using a combination of our own and off the shelf software

We are seeking an aerial imagery analyst for a seasonal, project-to-project work schedule. Analysts examine aerial images and use our software to locate targets that fit the client’s criteria and create a target database. All work is done from home. Typical work sessions are 2-4 hours, and there may be several sessions per day during our busy season. Projects can span for several days. This job is perfect for someone who may be retired, a homemaker, or under-employed. Our existing analysts are scattered across the country, so location is flexible.

Required:
Must have experience using Microsoft Excel, Adobe Photoshop, and Google Earth, and have these installed on your system. Must have a reasonably good Microsoft XP or WIN7 computer with one or two good monitors, and a reasonably fast internet connection.

Candidate should have good corrected eyesight, and be a detail oriented and patient worker.

Salary:	10-15 per hour
Organization*:	Aerial Services
Department:
Address*:	636 Terminal Circle, Hangar 129 Livermore,CA 94550 United States
Contact Name:	Michelle Kabiri
Contact Email:	Jobs@AerialServices.org
Contact Phone Number:	510-889-1453
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Website:	http://www.aerialGIStechnology.com

GIS Web Application Developer

BAAMA Admin — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 17:04:51 GMT

Farallon Geographics, Inc. (http://www.fargeo.com) seeks an innovative and entrepreneurial Web Application Developer to join our geospatial systems integration team. We desire an enthusiastic engineer who can develop efficient, well-structured systems to power our suite of enterprise map-based asset management and decision support applications.

We are seeking an expert with object-oriented technologies who can work comfortably with enterprise relational databases and a variety of technologies. You should be driven by the opportunity to help Farallon improve application development tools, platforms, and patterns.

Required Qualifications:
● BS in a science, computer science, or engineering field, or the equivalent experience
● 1-3 years of creating services driven web application development using .NET/.NET MVC (C# preferred) or Python
● At least 1 year of experience creating database driven web sites
● Familiarity with Open Source web frameworks like Django a plus
● Familiarity with common design patterns (e.g., Active Record, Repository)
● Understanding of common network architectures
● Ability to work collaboratively and productively in a small team
● Excellent communication and organization skills

Preferred Qualifications:
● Experience with Open Source geospatial technologies desirable
● Mobile application development experience a plus (Android preferred)
● Experience working with database like Postgres, MS SQL Server is very desirable
● JavaScript coding experience and debugging skills helpful
● Experience with traditional GIS systems such as ESRI is desirable

Farallon offers a competitive salary commensurate with your talents and an excellent benefits program including health, vision, life and 401K.

To apply send a cover letter (including why you are interested in maps/geographic data and Farallon Geographics and your most recent salary) and resume (PDF format preferred, .doc accepted) to jobs at fargeo.com

San Francisco Bay Area and Portland, OR residents preferred.

Salary:
Organization*:	Farallon Geographics
Department:
Address*:	609 Mission St FL2 San Francisco,CA 94105 United States
Contact Name:	Joe Metro
Contact Email:	jobs@fargeo.com
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Website:	http://www.fargeo.com