Duration: Spring 2010 Semester, 10 hours per week
Location: Fairfax Campus
Description: Interns will work collaboratively with the Garden Managers to plan the garden (e.g., what crops to grow and the cropping pattern), determine when to plant and harvest; facilitate care for soil and plants, possibly including soil and moisture testing and weed analysis; organize and oversee volunteer work days; research and implement organic solutions to pest and other site-related problems; coordinate sale of produce through appropriate venues, and; manage equipment and supplies. Additionally, interns will seek to identify Mason faculty members with practical gardening experience to solicit advice for best practices.
In addition to performing work related to the daily maintenance of the garden, interns may also design and implement a directed research project, focusing on issues either directly related to the Mason Garden or to sustainable agriculture in the local community. The research projects will culminate in a research paper and a presentation to interested members of the Mason and local community.
Specific Duties:
Manage operations
-Assign tasks to volunteers and supervise their work, while maintaining responsibility for the completion of work.
-Coordinate and oversee community plots, if they are available.
-Coordinate and oversee the use of the garden for environmental education.
-Collaborate with students and faculty using the gardens for research.
-Coordinate and oversee the distribution of food to charity organizations.
-Maintain a positive and motivating atmosphere
Maintain good relations with others
-Collaborate with Sustainability Manager and the representative(s) of the Sustainability Council Food Working Group, seeking their advice and permission whenever appropriate.
-Introduce yourself to neighbors and provide contact information in case of questions or concerns.
-Maintain an appropriate and positive relationship with the greater Fairfax City and County communities.
Promote the garden and its values
-Keep the Mason community informed about the garden and promote its mission and work with public presentations, updates, etc.
-Recruit volunteers for the garden.
-Keep the Mason community and the national campus sustainability movement informed about the garden.
Maintain detailed records
-Records of plants
-What was planted (including what variety of what plant)
-When it was planted (time of year, time of day)
-Where in the garden it was planted (which plot, which part of the plot)
-What was planted around it (companion herbs, other food crops, et cetera)
-What practices were used to plant and maintain gardens (what kinds of fertilizers, mulch, was it watered with rain water or tap water, et cetera)
-People in charge of community plots
-Who was assigned what plots
-Who worked in the garden
-When they worked
-A garden calendar: what should be planted when, list of outstanding tasks, et cetera.
-Write a report summarizing the activities and accomplishments of the garden
Stay informed
-Be informed of what campuses have gardens, their approach and organization, and important ideas and insights, etc.
-Stay informed of best practices in gardening including permaculture and other organic techniques
Qualifications: Interns must be comfortable working outdoors under physically demanding circumstances. Candidates must be:
-Passionately committed to organic gardening and community gardens
-Able to work independently
-Able to recruit, manage, and motivate volunteers
-Able to work effectively with the Garden Managers and other members of the Mason community
-Able to publicize and promote the garden and its value, purpose, and importance on and off campus
First-hand knowledge of organic agriculture practices, field experience in gardening or farming, people management skills, and time management skills is preferred. Prior or current involvement with the Mason Garden is also preferred but not necessary.
Funding: This is an unpaid position. However, interns are encouraged to find outside sources of funding for their positions in the form of grants.
About the organization: The mission of the Office of Sustainability is to use the strengths of George Mason University - innovation, responsiveness, flexibility, and community strength - to provide leadership in environmental, social, and economic stewardship on our campuses and throughout the local and global communities of which we are a part.
About the garden:
Through the hard work and dedication of Office of Sustainability staff members, Service Learners from New Century College, and other volunteers from across the university, the George Mason University Organic Vegetable Garden began in 2009. The Mason Garden serves as a catalyst for conversations about local food production, food security and justice, and overall campus sustainability. The garden is also used for field research and as a teaching tool, giving it a direct tie-in to the curriculum.
The mission of the Mason Garden is to grow organic vegetables for the Mason community. Additionally, the garden seeks to promote increased understanding of local, sustainable, and just food systems and to provide an on-campus field site for the study of organic gardening principles. The Mason Garden also acts a tool used to build connections and share knowledge with the local agricultural community.
Application Instructions: Forward a letter of interest, resume, and the name, phone number and email address of 2 references to Colin Bennett at cbennet6@gmu.edu
Monday, December 14, 2009
Mason Climate Action Team Internships
Duration: Spring 2010 Semester, 10 hours per week
Location: Fairfax Campus
Description: Mason’s Climate Action Team will be a group of students engaged by the Office of Sustainability as part of Mason’s Climate Action Plan Education and Outreach Campaign. The team will be utilized to educate the majority Mason’s student body on the goal of the Climate Action Plan and the projects that it lays out. The Climate Action Team will all also be responsible for engaging Mason faculty and staff members. Through persistent grassroots outreach efforts, the Climate Action Team will be essential in helping Mason become climate neutral. Interns will work collaboratively with Office of Sustainability staff. Additionally, interns will seek to identify Mason faculty members with practical experience to solicit advice for best practices.
The Climate Action Team will be utilized to spread information and messages relevant to The Climate Action Plan Education and Outreach Campaign. Individual team members will be assigned to specific segments of the university and will be responsible for encouraging people in those segments to make the Mason Climate Commitment and keep track of those that do. Additionally, Climate Action Team members will encourage their peers to take steps to reduce their individual climate impact using the instructions set out in the CAP Climate Action Plan Education and Outreach Campaign Strategy Guide. The Climate Action Team will help to organize events, assist in creating educational and promotional materials as needed, and perpetuate the social proof aspect of the campaign.
In addition to performing work related to the daily maintenance of the garden, interns may also design and implement a directed research project, focusing on issues either directly related to the Mason Climate Commitment or to climate change in the local community. The research projects will culminate in a research paper and a presentation to interested members of the Mason and local community.
Specific Duties:
Manage operations
− Assign tasks to volunteers and supervise their work, while maintaining responsibility for the completion of work.
− Coordinate and oversee community plots, if they are available.
− Coordinate and oversee the use of the garden for environmental education.
− Collaborate with students and faculty doing research on climate change.
− Coordinate and oversee the distribution of promotional materials.
− Maintain a positive and motivating atmosphere
Maintain good relations with others
− Collaborate with Sustainability Manager and the representative(s) of the Climate Action Plan Core Working Group, seeking their advice and permission whenever appropriate.
− Introduce yourself to neighbors and provide contact information in case of questions or concerns.
− Maintain an appropriate and positive relationship with outside environmental organizations
Promote the Mason Climate Commitment and its values
− Keep the Mason community informed about the climate commitment and promote its goals and work with public presentations, updates, et cetera.
− Recruit volunteers for the campaign.
− Keep the Mason community and the national campus sustainability movement informed about our efforts.
Maintain detailed records
− Keep records of all activities related to the campaign
Stay informed
− Be informed of what other schools are taking to reach climate neutrality including their approach and organization, and important ideas and insights, et cetera.
− Stay informed of best practices in climate change communication techniques and practices.
Qualifications: Interns must have a basic understanding of climate change, including its cause, effects and solutions. Candidates must be:
− Passionately committed to ending the climate crisis
− Able to work independently
− Able to recruit, manage, and motivate volunteers
− Able to work effectively with Office of Sustainability staff & other members of the Mason community
− Able to publicize and promote Mason’s commitment to climate neutrality including its value, purpose, and importance on and off campus
Detailed knowledge of climate change mitigation practices, field experience with climate change related issues, people management skills, and time management skills are preferred.
The Climate Action Team will receive detailed instruction in order to be able to further train campaign volunteers. The team will work with Office of Sustainability staff members to design the training programs and materials that campaign volunteers will receive. As part of all their outreach efforts, team members will actively recruit campaign volunteers, including faculty, staff and students, to participate in the campaign. When appropriate, the team will work with members of the faculty and staff “Green Reps” program.
In order to fully utilize the capability of social networking sites such as Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube, the Climate Action Team will help to record video testimonials of influential members of the Mason community in order reinforce the ‘social proof’ aspect of social marketing. The Climate Action Team will also create creative videos showcasing ways that other members of the Mason community can take individual actions to reduce their carbon footprints.
Finally, in order to sustain the interest and engagement of the people working on this campaign, and to recruit more people in to the effort, the Climate Action Team will plan fun, team-building activities. These activities could include hiking trips, movie nights, potlucks, or other similar events.
Funding: This is an unpaid position. However, interns are encouraged to find outside sources of funding for their positions in the form of grants.
About the organization: The mission of the Office of Sustainability is to use the strengths of George Mason University - innovation, responsiveness, flexibility, and community strength - to provide leadership in environmental, social, and economic stewardship on our campuses and throughout the local and global communities of which we are a part.
Application Instructions: Forward a letter of interest, resume, and the name, phone number and email address of two references to Colin Bennett at cbennet6@gmu.edu.
Location: Fairfax Campus
Description: Mason’s Climate Action Team will be a group of students engaged by the Office of Sustainability as part of Mason’s Climate Action Plan Education and Outreach Campaign. The team will be utilized to educate the majority Mason’s student body on the goal of the Climate Action Plan and the projects that it lays out. The Climate Action Team will all also be responsible for engaging Mason faculty and staff members. Through persistent grassroots outreach efforts, the Climate Action Team will be essential in helping Mason become climate neutral. Interns will work collaboratively with Office of Sustainability staff. Additionally, interns will seek to identify Mason faculty members with practical experience to solicit advice for best practices.
The Climate Action Team will be utilized to spread information and messages relevant to The Climate Action Plan Education and Outreach Campaign. Individual team members will be assigned to specific segments of the university and will be responsible for encouraging people in those segments to make the Mason Climate Commitment and keep track of those that do. Additionally, Climate Action Team members will encourage their peers to take steps to reduce their individual climate impact using the instructions set out in the CAP Climate Action Plan Education and Outreach Campaign Strategy Guide. The Climate Action Team will help to organize events, assist in creating educational and promotional materials as needed, and perpetuate the social proof aspect of the campaign.
In addition to performing work related to the daily maintenance of the garden, interns may also design and implement a directed research project, focusing on issues either directly related to the Mason Climate Commitment or to climate change in the local community. The research projects will culminate in a research paper and a presentation to interested members of the Mason and local community.
Specific Duties:
Manage operations
− Assign tasks to volunteers and supervise their work, while maintaining responsibility for the completion of work.
− Coordinate and oversee community plots, if they are available.
− Coordinate and oversee the use of the garden for environmental education.
− Collaborate with students and faculty doing research on climate change.
− Coordinate and oversee the distribution of promotional materials.
− Maintain a positive and motivating atmosphere
Maintain good relations with others
− Collaborate with Sustainability Manager and the representative(s) of the Climate Action Plan Core Working Group, seeking their advice and permission whenever appropriate.
− Introduce yourself to neighbors and provide contact information in case of questions or concerns.
− Maintain an appropriate and positive relationship with outside environmental organizations
Promote the Mason Climate Commitment and its values
− Keep the Mason community informed about the climate commitment and promote its goals and work with public presentations, updates, et cetera.
− Recruit volunteers for the campaign.
− Keep the Mason community and the national campus sustainability movement informed about our efforts.
Maintain detailed records
− Keep records of all activities related to the campaign
Stay informed
− Be informed of what other schools are taking to reach climate neutrality including their approach and organization, and important ideas and insights, et cetera.
− Stay informed of best practices in climate change communication techniques and practices.
Qualifications: Interns must have a basic understanding of climate change, including its cause, effects and solutions. Candidates must be:
− Passionately committed to ending the climate crisis
− Able to work independently
− Able to recruit, manage, and motivate volunteers
− Able to work effectively with Office of Sustainability staff & other members of the Mason community
− Able to publicize and promote Mason’s commitment to climate neutrality including its value, purpose, and importance on and off campus
Detailed knowledge of climate change mitigation practices, field experience with climate change related issues, people management skills, and time management skills are preferred.
The Climate Action Team will receive detailed instruction in order to be able to further train campaign volunteers. The team will work with Office of Sustainability staff members to design the training programs and materials that campaign volunteers will receive. As part of all their outreach efforts, team members will actively recruit campaign volunteers, including faculty, staff and students, to participate in the campaign. When appropriate, the team will work with members of the faculty and staff “Green Reps” program.
In order to fully utilize the capability of social networking sites such as Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube, the Climate Action Team will help to record video testimonials of influential members of the Mason community in order reinforce the ‘social proof’ aspect of social marketing. The Climate Action Team will also create creative videos showcasing ways that other members of the Mason community can take individual actions to reduce their carbon footprints.
Finally, in order to sustain the interest and engagement of the people working on this campaign, and to recruit more people in to the effort, the Climate Action Team will plan fun, team-building activities. These activities could include hiking trips, movie nights, potlucks, or other similar events.
Funding: This is an unpaid position. However, interns are encouraged to find outside sources of funding for their positions in the form of grants.
About the organization: The mission of the Office of Sustainability is to use the strengths of George Mason University - innovation, responsiveness, flexibility, and community strength - to provide leadership in environmental, social, and economic stewardship on our campuses and throughout the local and global communities of which we are a part.
Application Instructions: Forward a letter of interest, resume, and the name, phone number and email address of two references to Colin Bennett at cbennet6@gmu.edu.
Paid Spring 2010 GIS Internship with the Environmental Protection Agency
Come join us for a 15 week-long intensive internship and academic program in Washington, DC! Accepted students receive scholarships covering the cost of The Washington Center’s program and housing fee for living in furnished housing while interning for the Environmental Protection Agency. Accepted students will be provided a stipend.
Qualifications:
· United States citizenship;
· Currently enrolled as an undergraduate with a GPA of 3.0 or higher; OR enrolled as a graduate student with a GPA of 3.0 or higher;
· Demonstrated experience or coursework in ArcGIS or a similar geographic information systems program;
· Undergraduate students must receive credit for participating in this program (if you have questions regarding this requirement, please contact katie.mckenzie@twc.edu);
· Available for a fifteen-week period beginning January 21st, 2010;
· Demonstrated experience and/or strong interest in working for the federal government.
How to Apply:
Students must submit an online application at http://secure.twc.edu. Once they create a username and log in, they should select “Internship” from the drop-down menu, and select “Apply Now.” Under the Personal Information tab, students should select “Government Scholarship Program.” Students should check the Environmental Protection Agency box. Students must submit official transcripts to The Washington Center. If they have any concerns, they should contact Katie at katie.mckenzie@twc.edu or 202-238-7729.
Applications will be considered on a rolling basis, with a deadline to submit the application by December 17th, 2009. Transcripts may arrive after this date, provided an application has been submitted.
Qualifications:
· United States citizenship;
· Currently enrolled as an undergraduate with a GPA of 3.0 or higher; OR enrolled as a graduate student with a GPA of 3.0 or higher;
· Demonstrated experience or coursework in ArcGIS or a similar geographic information systems program;
· Undergraduate students must receive credit for participating in this program (if you have questions regarding this requirement, please contact katie.mckenzie@twc.edu);
· Available for a fifteen-week period beginning January 21st, 2010;
· Demonstrated experience and/or strong interest in working for the federal government.
How to Apply:
Students must submit an online application at http://secure.twc.edu. Once they create a username and log in, they should select “Internship” from the drop-down menu, and select “Apply Now.” Under the Personal Information tab, students should select “Government Scholarship Program.” Students should check the Environmental Protection Agency box. Students must submit official transcripts to The Washington Center. If they have any concerns, they should contact Katie at katie.mckenzie@twc.edu or 202-238-7729.
Applications will be considered on a rolling basis, with a deadline to submit the application by December 17th, 2009. Transcripts may arrive after this date, provided an application has been submitted.
Wednesday, December 2, 2009
Research Associate, University of Manchester
The Economic and Social Data Service team at the Centre for Census and Survey Research, University of Manchester in Manchester, UK, are responsible for promoting and supporting use of the large scale government surveys in research and teaching. We wish to make a full-time appointment from 1 January 2010 (or as soon as possible thereafter) until 30 September 2012.
You will join the ESDS Government team in promoting and facilitating increased and more effective use of government datasets in research, learning and teaching across a range of disciplines. ESDS Government provides user support, runs user meetings on specific surveys, runs training courses on key topics of interest, on specific statistical packages and on methods of statistical analysis and provides topic-related online course materials and a range of teaching datasets.
Applicants should have a higher degree in social science or statistics or first degree and professional experience, a good understanding of social statistics and survey methods, good organizational and presentational skills and an ability to work with minimal supervision.
The closing date is 4 December 2009.
To Apply: Visit the University of Manchester Web site for an application form and other important information.
Informal enquiries:
Angela Dale, Email: angela.dale (at) manchester.ac.uk
Or
Vanessa Higgins, Email: vanessa.higgins (at) manchester.ac.uk
You will join the ESDS Government team in promoting and facilitating increased and more effective use of government datasets in research, learning and teaching across a range of disciplines. ESDS Government provides user support, runs user meetings on specific surveys, runs training courses on key topics of interest, on specific statistical packages and on methods of statistical analysis and provides topic-related online course materials and a range of teaching datasets.
Applicants should have a higher degree in social science or statistics or first degree and professional experience, a good understanding of social statistics and survey methods, good organizational and presentational skills and an ability to work with minimal supervision.
The closing date is 4 December 2009.
To Apply: Visit the University of Manchester Web site for an application form and other important information.
Informal enquiries:
Angela Dale, Email: angela.dale (at) manchester.ac.uk
Or
Vanessa Higgins, Email: vanessa.higgins (at) manchester.ac.uk
Monday, November 16, 2009
GIS Technician, Fairfax County
Fairfax County Department of Transportation
Grade: S-19
$19.39 – $25.86 an hour
Exempt Limited Term (no benefits)
Closes: Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2009
Description:
Under direction from the Department GIS Coordinator, creates, develops, and maintains GIS data, associated attribute information, and metadata. Performs quality control checks on GIS data and attribute information. Utilizes GIS to analyze data and creates presentation quality maps and cartographic material for staff, high-level County officials, and the public. Responsible for undertaking and managing projects with little supervision. Collects field data using GPS, performs data post-processing, and incorporates data into the County’s enterprise GIS. Assists in training and supporting staff in the use of GIS.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education and experience equivalent to a bachelor's degree in Geography or a closely related field, plus 1 year of experience in GIS or cartography. Knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures of GIS and strong cartographic skills. Knowledge of ESRI software packages (including ArcMap, ArcCatalog, ArcPad, and more). Must have a customer service attitude and excellent communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
Knowledge of GIS data layer development and management using ArcView 9.x or higher. ArcSDE version editing, Trimble GPS, and Adobe Illustrator experience a plus. Works well independently and in a team environment.
Schedule:
Full-time position, flexible work schedule. Typical county work day, M-F 8-4:30.
Special Requirements:
Must have a valid Virginia driver’s license, and will be required to do field work as part of a team or independently using a County vehicle.
To Apply:
E-mail resume and cover letter to michael.demmon (at) fairfaxcounty.gov, or fax to 703-877-5723. All applications must be received by 5pm, Wednesday, November 25, 2009 to be considered.
Grade: S-19
$19.39 – $25.86 an hour
Exempt Limited Term (no benefits)
Closes: Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2009
Description:
Under direction from the Department GIS Coordinator, creates, develops, and maintains GIS data, associated attribute information, and metadata. Performs quality control checks on GIS data and attribute information. Utilizes GIS to analyze data and creates presentation quality maps and cartographic material for staff, high-level County officials, and the public. Responsible for undertaking and managing projects with little supervision. Collects field data using GPS, performs data post-processing, and incorporates data into the County’s enterprise GIS. Assists in training and supporting staff in the use of GIS.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education and experience equivalent to a bachelor's degree in Geography or a closely related field, plus 1 year of experience in GIS or cartography. Knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures of GIS and strong cartographic skills. Knowledge of ESRI software packages (including ArcMap, ArcCatalog, ArcPad, and more). Must have a customer service attitude and excellent communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
Knowledge of GIS data layer development and management using ArcView 9.x or higher. ArcSDE version editing, Trimble GPS, and Adobe Illustrator experience a plus. Works well independently and in a team environment.
Schedule:
Full-time position, flexible work schedule. Typical county work day, M-F 8-4:30.
Special Requirements:
Must have a valid Virginia driver’s license, and will be required to do field work as part of a team or independently using a County vehicle.
To Apply:
E-mail resume and cover letter to michael.demmon (at) fairfaxcounty.gov, or fax to 703-877-5723. All applications must be received by 5pm, Wednesday, November 25, 2009 to be considered.
Monday, October 26, 2009
Intern at USGS (Reston, VA)
Cartographer/Geospatial Data Analyst, USGS Science Information and Library Services
I. BACKGROUND INFORMATION
The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) is engaged in the conversion of printed topographic quadrangles to an electronic format. The goal of this project is to scan all scales and all editions of the more than 250,000 topographic maps published by the USGS since 1884. The Historic Quadrangle Scanning Project (HQSP) is accurately cataloging and creating metadata to accompany high resolution georeferenced digital files representing the lithographic maps. Scanning will be accomplished through a combination of in-house work and collaborative partnerships. Partnerships will facilitate scanning and eliminate duplication of effort. The HQSP will scan the complete collection of paper topographic maps at a minimum of 400 pixels per inch and in 24-bit color. The archived files will be GeoTIFF images with embedded metadata. The HQSP will follow priority areas as documented for the US-Topo production.
The Historical Quadrangles Scanning Project (HQSP) will be done using a combination of hardware (commercially acquired scanner and computer) and software (scanning software as supplied by the scanner manufacturer, operating system for the computer, two Microsoft Access database files and the USGS HQSP.exe software for metadata confirmation or updating).
II. SKILL OR RELEVANT EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
1. Ability to work with minimum supervision on performing routine procedures
2. Knowledge of map interpretation, cartography and various graphics formats.
3. Working knowledge of GIS, especially on spatial data capture (scanning) and compilation.
4. Working knowledge of database, such as MS Access will be desirable.
5. Knowledge of spatial metadata standards.
6. Background knowledge of geology and/or physical geography is helpful.
7. Majored in Geography, Geology/Earth Science, Environmental Science, or closely related disciplines.
III. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE AND WORKLOAD:
Selected student will be hired by USGS through the Student Educational Employment Program (STEP). Therefore candidates have to be U.S. citizens. Interested students should apply to Professor David Wong (dwong (at) gmu.edu) with a CV or resume.
I. BACKGROUND INFORMATION
The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) is engaged in the conversion of printed topographic quadrangles to an electronic format. The goal of this project is to scan all scales and all editions of the more than 250,000 topographic maps published by the USGS since 1884. The Historic Quadrangle Scanning Project (HQSP) is accurately cataloging and creating metadata to accompany high resolution georeferenced digital files representing the lithographic maps. Scanning will be accomplished through a combination of in-house work and collaborative partnerships. Partnerships will facilitate scanning and eliminate duplication of effort. The HQSP will scan the complete collection of paper topographic maps at a minimum of 400 pixels per inch and in 24-bit color. The archived files will be GeoTIFF images with embedded metadata. The HQSP will follow priority areas as documented for the US-Topo production.
The Historical Quadrangles Scanning Project (HQSP) will be done using a combination of hardware (commercially acquired scanner and computer) and software (scanning software as supplied by the scanner manufacturer, operating system for the computer, two Microsoft Access database files and the USGS HQSP.exe software for metadata confirmation or updating).
II. SKILL OR RELEVANT EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
1. Ability to work with minimum supervision on performing routine procedures
2. Knowledge of map interpretation, cartography and various graphics formats.
3. Working knowledge of GIS, especially on spatial data capture (scanning) and compilation.
4. Working knowledge of database, such as MS Access will be desirable.
5. Knowledge of spatial metadata standards.
6. Background knowledge of geology and/or physical geography is helpful.
7. Majored in Geography, Geology/Earth Science, Environmental Science, or closely related disciplines.
III. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE AND WORKLOAD:
- Starting on December 1, 2009 or earlier. Contingent on funding, the project is expected to last from 18 to 24 months.
- 16-32 hours per week.
Selected student will be hired by USGS through the Student Educational Employment Program (STEP). Therefore candidates have to be U.S. citizens. Interested students should apply to Professor David Wong (dwong (at) gmu.edu) with a CV or resume.
Thursday, October 22, 2009
Geospatial Analyst and Paid Internships at CIA
CIA Information Session
Date: Monday, October 26, 2009
Time: 12:30 – 2:00 pm
Place: Research 1, Room 302
Are you currently a geographer looking for creative, challenging, entrepreneurial work?
CIA’s analytical division has a unit that specializes in using the power of quantitative analysis to improve US policymakers’ understanding of international relations and national security issues. We are a technical group, bringing together specialists from several fields (including geographers, statisticians, network analysts, modelers, and technical support staff) who investigate a wide variety of substantive topics, ranging from terrorism to humanitarian crises and energy security.
Our analysts use diverse data sources and industry-standard tools in a vibrant intellectual atmosphere that encourages collaborative problem solving and learning new techniques. This job is ideal for go-getters who can network with topical experts to spot opportunities where quantitative techniques could help solve problems. The ability to clearly communicate results and methods to a nontechnical audience is highly valued. We strongly support continuous learning and foreign language training over the course of your career.
In addition to full-time permanent staff positions, the CIA offers paid internships for undergraduate and graduate students.
*All students are welcome to attend but applicants must be US citizens and willing to relocate to the Washington, DC area. A demonstrated interest in foreign languages and international relations or area studies is desirable.*
Date: Monday, October 26, 2009
Time: 12:30 – 2:00 pm
Place: Research 1, Room 302
Are you currently a geographer looking for creative, challenging, entrepreneurial work?
CIA’s analytical division has a unit that specializes in using the power of quantitative analysis to improve US policymakers’ understanding of international relations and national security issues. We are a technical group, bringing together specialists from several fields (including geographers, statisticians, network analysts, modelers, and technical support staff) who investigate a wide variety of substantive topics, ranging from terrorism to humanitarian crises and energy security.
Our analysts use diverse data sources and industry-standard tools in a vibrant intellectual atmosphere that encourages collaborative problem solving and learning new techniques. This job is ideal for go-getters who can network with topical experts to spot opportunities where quantitative techniques could help solve problems. The ability to clearly communicate results and methods to a nontechnical audience is highly valued. We strongly support continuous learning and foreign language training over the course of your career.
In addition to full-time permanent staff positions, the CIA offers paid internships for undergraduate and graduate students.
*All students are welcome to attend but applicants must be US citizens and willing to relocate to the Washington, DC area. A demonstrated interest in foreign languages and international relations or area studies is desirable.*
GIS Specialist at Distributed Information Technologies (Arlington, VA)
Job Description:
Distributed Information Technologies currently has an opening for a GIS Specialist to support a fast growing GIS consultancy focused on public sector clients.
Primary Responsibilities:
Work with our software development and Enterprise Asset Management teams to produce spatially enabled applications that support scenario modeling and impact analysis on a national scale. We are searching for exceptional talent to join software architects and Web developers in creating applications using the latest Web 2.0 mapping toolsets including, Adobe Flex, AIR, Google Maps/Earth, ESRI, Javascript and Flex APIs.
As a GIS specialist at DIT your contributions will have a direct impact on the products and services we provide. You will be responsible for GIS modeling, geo-database development, and spatially enabled web services using ESRI's ArcGIS platform and other OGC compliant software. You will be responsible for setting up and maintaining ArcGIS Desktop and ArcGIS Server resources. You will work with a small team to develop mobile ArcPad and ArcMobile enabled solutions for field assessments and surveys.
You will work with a growing, highly accomplished, multi-disciplinary team that adheres to the principles of agile software development. Our staff works in a creative and challenging team setting where new ideas are encouraged and welcomed. We are looking for well-rounded GIS professionals who have the skills and the mindset to thrive in a diverse, cutting-edge environment.
Secondary Responsibilities:
You will be an integral part of our software development team and as such you will need to be comfortable understanding customer business requirements and be able to translate those requirements into use cases and system requirements that can be measured, tested and evaluated against quality assurance metrics. You will be expected to demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
As a GIS Specialist you will be expected to be comfortable using the major RDMS platforms including Oracle, MS SQL Server as well as MySQL and other open source databases. You will need some experience writing programs and macros in VBA. You will need to demonstrate the ability to install and configure the ESRI ArcGIS suite.
Desired Skills:
Distributed Information Technologies, Inc. (DIT) is a small, fast-growing IT Services company specializing in state of the art enterprise applications. Based in northern Virginia, DIT designs, builds and implements cutting-edge IT solutions for federal and state government clients. DIT enjoys great success by combining nimble management, a top notch technical staff, and eye-to-eye customer service.
Salary
Career Level Required: Experienced (Non-Manager)
Experience Required: 2+ to 5 Years
Education Required: Bachelor's Degree
Job Type: Temporary / Contract
Job Status: Full Time
Hours/Shift
Contact Distributed Information Technologies for more information.
Distributed Information Technologies currently has an opening for a GIS Specialist to support a fast growing GIS consultancy focused on public sector clients.
Primary Responsibilities:
Work with our software development and Enterprise Asset Management teams to produce spatially enabled applications that support scenario modeling and impact analysis on a national scale. We are searching for exceptional talent to join software architects and Web developers in creating applications using the latest Web 2.0 mapping toolsets including, Adobe Flex, AIR, Google Maps/Earth, ESRI, Javascript and Flex APIs.
As a GIS specialist at DIT your contributions will have a direct impact on the products and services we provide. You will be responsible for GIS modeling, geo-database development, and spatially enabled web services using ESRI's ArcGIS platform and other OGC compliant software. You will be responsible for setting up and maintaining ArcGIS Desktop and ArcGIS Server resources. You will work with a small team to develop mobile ArcPad and ArcMobile enabled solutions for field assessments and surveys.
You will work with a growing, highly accomplished, multi-disciplinary team that adheres to the principles of agile software development. Our staff works in a creative and challenging team setting where new ideas are encouraged and welcomed. We are looking for well-rounded GIS professionals who have the skills and the mindset to thrive in a diverse, cutting-edge environment.
Secondary Responsibilities:
You will be an integral part of our software development team and as such you will need to be comfortable understanding customer business requirements and be able to translate those requirements into use cases and system requirements that can be measured, tested and evaluated against quality assurance metrics. You will be expected to demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
As a GIS Specialist you will be expected to be comfortable using the major RDMS platforms including Oracle, MS SQL Server as well as MySQL and other open source databases. You will need some experience writing programs and macros in VBA. You will need to demonstrate the ability to install and configure the ESRI ArcGIS suite.
Desired Skills:
- Experience installing and configuring ArcGIS platform
- Experience using ArcMap to produce spatially enabled web services
- Experience using Oracle and MS SQL including writing and executing SQL scripts
- Experience configuring and extending ESRI's Flex and JavascriptAPIs
- COTS application support
- Experience in utilizing Geographic Position System (GPS) technology, coordinate systems to develop spatial models and maps
- Experience developing mobile GIS applications using ArcPad
- Bachelors degree in GIS, Geography, Engineering, Computer Science or other related field
- 3-5 years professional working experience in GIS techniques and methodologies
- Expertise in the ESRI platform suite of software including ArcGis/ArcInfo, ArcServer
- Working experience in GIS application development and programming utilizing ArcObjects and .Net
- Windows Operating Systems environment experience
- Knowledge of industry standard data models for municipal government agencies
Distributed Information Technologies, Inc. (DIT) is a small, fast-growing IT Services company specializing in state of the art enterprise applications. Based in northern Virginia, DIT designs, builds and implements cutting-edge IT solutions for federal and state government clients. DIT enjoys great success by combining nimble management, a top notch technical staff, and eye-to-eye customer service.
Salary
Career Level Required: Experienced (Non-Manager)
Experience Required: 2+ to 5 Years
Education Required: Bachelor's Degree
Job Type: Temporary / Contract
Job Status: Full Time
Hours/Shift
Contact Distributed Information Technologies for more information.
Science Data Engineer at ERT, Inc. (Silver Spring, MD)
Position Description
Support information systems development of specialized science data access utilities and their integration into operational systems to enable efficient and open access to the National Oceanographic Data Center’s archived oceanographic data streams and metdata. Communities served include scientists, managers, decision-makers, educators and the public. This includes development of tools to automate/streamline processes and performance of the following functions:
Required Skills
4 years in software analysis, software engineering, code development, and integration supporting geophysical research, and the science data systems for product generation, archiving and accessing. Experience working with geophysical data. Knowledge of and experience implementing OGC Web Mapping and Web Coverage Services and setup and configuration of OPeN DAP and OGC servers, including OPeNDAP’s Hyrax and the THREDDS Data Server. Experience with file format migrations (HDF, netCDF, and others) and metadata extractions to/from FGDC and ISO 19115 compliant standards using XSLT. Computer skills must include Linux shell scripting, PERL, python, relational database queries (SQL) and management. Climate and Forecast (CF) file-level metadata attribute conventions familiarity useful. Knowledge of other current mechanisms for finding and serving geophysical data and associated metadata such as: Search and Retrieval via URL (SRU), Catalog Services for the Web (CSW), and/or Sensor Observation Service (SOS).
Education
MS or higher in Physical Sciences (Atmospheric Sciences, Oceanography, Remote Sensing), Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics, Engineering, or related discipline.
Submit resume to ERT’s Career Opportunities Web Page.
Earth Resources Technology, Inc. (ERT) is an equal opportunity employer.
Support information systems development of specialized science data access utilities and their integration into operational systems to enable efficient and open access to the National Oceanographic Data Center’s archived oceanographic data streams and metdata. Communities served include scientists, managers, decision-makers, educators and the public. This includes development of tools to automate/streamline processes and performance of the following functions:
- Configure and optimize interoperable data servers and web services
- Implement OGC Web Mapping and Web Coverage Services)
- Setup and configure OPeN DAP and OGC servers, including OPeNDAP’s Hyrax and the THREDDS Data Server
- Support migration of files from one format to another (HDF, netCDF and others)
- Translate metadata to standard-compliant formats such as FGDC and ISO 19115 using XSLT
- Support the integration of geophysical products in NODC web portals, databases and other data management systems
- Support integration of software and systems and the related databases which support ingest, product generation and access of data.
- Support the implementation of processes, methods, tools, and systems to improve both product generation/archival/access and the completeness and quality of the data and of the metadata.
Required Skills
4 years in software analysis, software engineering, code development, and integration supporting geophysical research, and the science data systems for product generation, archiving and accessing. Experience working with geophysical data. Knowledge of and experience implementing OGC Web Mapping and Web Coverage Services and setup and configuration of OPeN DAP and OGC servers, including OPeNDAP’s Hyrax and the THREDDS Data Server. Experience with file format migrations (HDF, netCDF, and others) and metadata extractions to/from FGDC and ISO 19115 compliant standards using XSLT. Computer skills must include Linux shell scripting, PERL, python, relational database queries (SQL) and management. Climate and Forecast (CF) file-level metadata attribute conventions familiarity useful. Knowledge of other current mechanisms for finding and serving geophysical data and associated metadata such as: Search and Retrieval via URL (SRU), Catalog Services for the Web (CSW), and/or Sensor Observation Service (SOS).
Education
MS or higher in Physical Sciences (Atmospheric Sciences, Oceanography, Remote Sensing), Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics, Engineering, or related discipline.
Submit resume to ERT’s Career Opportunities Web Page.
Earth Resources Technology, Inc. (ERT) is an equal opportunity employer.
Satellite Oceanographer at ERT, Inc. (Silver Spring, MD)
Position Description
Will support the development, ingest, archival, access/usage and sustained quality of satellite-based observational data products. Will support generation and reprocessing of space-based Climate Data Records (CDRs), which as a goal, assures scientific stewardship for Sea Surface Temperature (SST) products and other ocean products such as ocean color, ocean surface topography, and marine winds. Specific duties will be to:
5 years knowledge, understanding, and experience with the generation of satellite-based SST products such as AVHRR Pathfinder SST, MODIS SST (Terra and Aqua), and products from the international Group for High Resolution SST (GHRSST). Need an understanding of the oceanographic phenomena related to satellite CDR product generation and match-up database implementation and experience designing and implementing workflow processes to manage the production of large volume satellite datasets.
Knowledge of metadata including ISO19115 and FGDC standards w/remote sensing extensions; familiarity with netCDF-3 and 4, and HDF-4 and 5 formats, and the Climate and Forecast (CF) attribute conventions; and experience in time series analyses and other statistical analyses. Computer skills should include UNIX/Linux environment; Workflow management, C/C++, MATLAB, Java.
Good communication skills and demonstrated team effectiveness required.
Education
MS in Physical Oceanography, Marine/Ocean Science, Remote Sensing, Atmospheric Science, Engineering (fluid dynamics), Physics or Mathematics, or related discipline.
Submit resume to ERT’s Career Opportunities Web Page.
Earth Resources Technology, Inc. (ERT) is an equal opportunity employer.
Will support the development, ingest, archival, access/usage and sustained quality of satellite-based observational data products. Will support generation and reprocessing of space-based Climate Data Records (CDRs), which as a goal, assures scientific stewardship for Sea Surface Temperature (SST) products and other ocean products such as ocean color, ocean surface topography, and marine winds. Specific duties will be to:
- Integrate related in situ data and match-up databases into CDR product generation systems; develop and implement processes, methods, tools, and systems to improve CDR product generation and the completeness and quality of the data and of the metadata.
- Support the integration of the CDR products in NODC web portals, databases, and other data management systems including content management and updates.
- Work with data consumer s and providers to understand community requirements for data and data systems and work to optimize usage of the data amd efficiency in archive operations; ensure that user requirements and recommendations are factored into next generation CDRs.
- Document and describe product and product generation systems on web sites, in user manuals, and in other related forms.
5 years knowledge, understanding, and experience with the generation of satellite-based SST products such as AVHRR Pathfinder SST, MODIS SST (Terra and Aqua), and products from the international Group for High Resolution SST (GHRSST). Need an understanding of the oceanographic phenomena related to satellite CDR product generation and match-up database implementation and experience designing and implementing workflow processes to manage the production of large volume satellite datasets.
Knowledge of metadata including ISO19115 and FGDC standards w/remote sensing extensions; familiarity with netCDF-3 and 4, and HDF-4 and 5 formats, and the Climate and Forecast (CF) attribute conventions; and experience in time series analyses and other statistical analyses. Computer skills should include UNIX/Linux environment; Workflow management, C/C++, MATLAB, Java.
Good communication skills and demonstrated team effectiveness required.
Education
MS in Physical Oceanography, Marine/Ocean Science, Remote Sensing, Atmospheric Science, Engineering (fluid dynamics), Physics or Mathematics, or related discipline.
Submit resume to ERT’s Career Opportunities Web Page.
Earth Resources Technology, Inc. (ERT) is an equal opportunity employer.
Monday, April 20, 2009
Data Visualization Job at NOAA
IMSG Position: Visualization Support Specialist
Position Available
Position: NCS_T031_n01 Visualization Support Specialist, full time, immediate opening
Location: , Silver Spring, MD, USA
Date Listed: 04/14/2009
Overview:
I.M. Systems Group, Inc. (IMSG) (www.imsg.com) is looking for highly motivated individuals to join our team efforts to support the NOAA Environmental Visualization Laboratory in Silver Spring, MD. Primary duties will be to interact with scientists to understand and output Earth observation and climate data into 2-D and 3-D scientific visualizations for use in television, museum, and education productions. The ideal candidate will possess a demonstrated knowledge in the ability to visualize data formats such as HDF, netCDF, GIS shape, and binary; fluency in analysis software such as ArcGIS, IDL, MATLAB, GMT, Ferret, etc; computer programming skills in C/C++, Python, or MEL.
Duties:
* Collaborate with principal investigators to understand science topics in order to output the appropriate visual renderings of the data.
* Browse, subset, and perform basic statistical analyses on large array data files.
* Develop scripts to import and texture remotely sensed and model data using 3-D visualization software.
* Work in conjunction with other production staff to create data visualizations in support of NOAA’s media, education, and outreach initiatives.
Qualifications:
* Requirements:
* B.S. or higher in computer or environmental sciences.
* Strong motivation and appropriate skills are required.
* Experience in data visualization, graphics, and computer programming.
* Good documentation writing and presentation skills
Along with your resume, please include contact information for three (3) references and a cover letter explaining how your qualifications meet the requirements of the position to jobs@imsg.com and cc: Mr. Dan Pisut (dan.pisut@noaa.gov), and Susan Callis (calliss@imsg.com). IMSG is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Applicants should email their resume and salary requirements to jobs@imsg.com with the following subject line: NCS_T031_n01: Visualization Support Specialist.
Position Available
Position: NCS_T031_n01 Visualization Support Specialist, full time, immediate opening
Location: , Silver Spring, MD, USA
Date Listed: 04/14/2009
Overview:
I.M. Systems Group, Inc. (IMSG) (www.imsg.com) is looking for highly motivated individuals to join our team efforts to support the NOAA Environmental Visualization Laboratory in Silver Spring, MD. Primary duties will be to interact with scientists to understand and output Earth observation and climate data into 2-D and 3-D scientific visualizations for use in television, museum, and education productions. The ideal candidate will possess a demonstrated knowledge in the ability to visualize data formats such as HDF, netCDF, GIS shape, and binary; fluency in analysis software such as ArcGIS, IDL, MATLAB, GMT, Ferret, etc; computer programming skills in C/C++, Python, or MEL.
Duties:
* Collaborate with principal investigators to understand science topics in order to output the appropriate visual renderings of the data.
* Browse, subset, and perform basic statistical analyses on large array data files.
* Develop scripts to import and texture remotely sensed and model data using 3-D visualization software.
* Work in conjunction with other production staff to create data visualizations in support of NOAA’s media, education, and outreach initiatives.
Qualifications:
* Requirements:
* B.S. or higher in computer or environmental sciences.
* Strong motivation and appropriate skills are required.
* Experience in data visualization, graphics, and computer programming.
* Good documentation writing and presentation skills
Along with your resume, please include contact information for three (3) references and a cover letter explaining how your qualifications meet the requirements of the position to jobs@imsg.com and cc: Mr. Dan Pisut (dan.pisut@noaa.gov), and Susan Callis (calliss@imsg.com). IMSG is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Applicants should email their resume and salary requirements to jobs@imsg.com with the following subject line: NCS_T031_n01: Visualization Support Specialist.
Thursday, March 26, 2009
GIS Intern from the Dept. of Veterans Affairs
Good morning:
I just want to let you know we currently have a posting for a GIS summer internship through the Hispanic Association of Colleges & Universities (HACU) program. This is one of the few ways that we are now allow by HR to look for summer intern. I’d appreciate your help getting the words out to your students with GIS background. Below are some basic information regarding the HACU program.
Thanks,
Dat Tran
Director, National Center for
Veterans Analysis and Statistics
Department of Veterans Affairs
202-461-5788
2. Can individuals join HACU?
Yes, if you are a faculty or staff person at an institution of higher learning, you are eligible to join HACU. The Faculty & Staff Caucus is an individual membership and is not transferable to another person.
3. Is my institution a member of HACU?
HACU has five categories of membership and these listings are located on our Web site. For national members located in the U.S., check all levels of affiliation (Hispanic-Serving Institution or HSI, Associate, Partner). If your institution is a national member located in Puerto Rico, your institution will be listed in the HSI listing. HACU�s institutional membership definitions are as follows:
Hispanic Serving Institution <http://www.hacu.net/assnfe/CompanyDirectory.asp?STYLE=2&COMPANY_TYPE=1,5> (HSI) - a non-profit, accredited college, university or system, where total Hispanic enrollment constitutes a minimum of 25% of the total enrollment. Click here for more information about HACU and Federal HSI definitions.
Associate Member Institution <http://www.hacu.net/assnfe/CompanyDirectory.asp?STYLE=2&COMPANY_TYPE=2,6> - a non-profit, accredited college, university or system, where total Hispanic enrollment constitutes at least 10 percent of the total enrollment, or a minimum of 1,000 Hispanic students enrolled.
Partner Institution <http://www.hacu.net/assnfe/CompanyDirectory.asp?STYLE=2&COMPANY_TYPE=3,7> - a non-profit, accredited college, university or system, where total Hispanic enrollment constitutes less than 10 percent of the total enrollment.
International Member <http://www.hacu.net/assnfe/CompanyDirectory.asp?STYLE=2&COMPANY_TYPE=4> - an institution of higher education in Latin America and Spain that documents that it is a legally constituted entity authorized to operate in its country according to the rules and regulations required by its government.
Hispanic-Serving School District <http://www.hacu.net/assnfe/CompanyDirectory.asp?STYLE=2&COMPANY_TYPE=15&SEARCH_TYPE=0> (HSSD) - a K-12 school district, where total Hispanic enrollment constitutes a minimum of 25% of the total district enrollment.
See question #9 for membership enrollment statistics requirements.
I just want to let you know we currently have a posting for a GIS summer internship through the Hispanic Association of Colleges & Universities (HACU) program. This is one of the few ways that we are now allow by HR to look for summer intern. I’d appreciate your help getting the words out to your students with GIS background. Below are some basic information regarding the HACU program.
Thanks,
Dat Tran
Director, National Center for
Veterans Analysis and Statistics
Department of Veterans Affairs
202-461-5788
2. Can individuals join HACU?
Yes, if you are a faculty or staff person at an institution of higher learning, you are eligible to join HACU. The Faculty & Staff Caucus is an individual membership and is not transferable to another person.
3. Is my institution a member of HACU?
HACU has five categories of membership and these listings are located on our Web site. For national members located in the U.S., check all levels of affiliation (Hispanic-Serving Institution or HSI, Associate, Partner). If your institution is a national member located in Puerto Rico, your institution will be listed in the HSI listing. HACU�s institutional membership definitions are as follows:
Hispanic Serving Institution <http://www.hacu.net/assnfe/CompanyDirectory.asp?STYLE=2&COMPANY_TYPE=1,5> (HSI) - a non-profit, accredited college, university or system, where total Hispanic enrollment constitutes a minimum of 25% of the total enrollment. Click here
Associate Member Institution <http://www.hacu.net/assnfe/CompanyDirectory.asp?STYLE=2&COMPANY_TYPE=2,6> - a non-profit, accredited college, university or system, where total Hispanic enrollment constitutes at least 10 percent of the total enrollment, or a minimum of 1,000 Hispanic students enrolled.
Partner Institution <http://www.hacu.net/assnfe/CompanyDirectory.asp?STYLE=2&COMPANY_TYPE=3,7> - a non-profit, accredited college, university or system, where total Hispanic enrollment constitutes less than 10 percent of the total enrollment.
International Member <http://www.hacu.net/assnfe/CompanyDirectory.asp?STYLE=2&COMPANY_TYPE=4> - an institution of higher education in Latin America and Spain that documents that it is a legally constituted entity authorized to operate in its country according to the rules and regulations required by its government.
Hispanic-Serving School District <http://www.hacu.net/assnfe/CompanyDirectory.asp?STYLE=2&COMPANY_TYPE=15&SEARCH_TYPE=0> (HSSD) - a K-12 school district, where total Hispanic enrollment constitutes a minimum of 25% of the total district enrollment.
See question #9 for membership enrollment statistics requirements.
Wednesday, March 25, 2009
National Forest Service
Job Opening at the National Forest Service
Physical Scientist, Remote Sensing
Staff Assistant to the Assistant Director
Job Number ADS09-NFS-1301-DP at http://jobsearch.usajobs.gov/
http://www.avuecentral.com/vacancy.html?ref=VEJHC
Physical Scientist, Remote Sensing
Staff Assistant to the Assistant Director
Job Number ADS09-NFS-1301-DP at http://jobsearch.usajobs.gov/
http://www.avuecentral.com/vacancy.html?ref=VEJHC
Thursday, January 8, 2009
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
U. S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS
Engineer Research and Development Center
ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER: TEC 16-12-08
POSITION: INTERDISCIPLINARY: Computer Scientist, DB-1550; Physical
Scientist, DB-1301; Cartographer, DB-1370; Geographer, DB-0150, or; General
Engineer, DB-0801. Grade 02
Receipt (postmark) of applications: Opening Date: 16 December 2008 through
Closing Date: 16 January, 2009.
Position Location: Topographic Engineering Center, Alexandria, VA
Starting Salary: $39,330 -$75,669 per annum [NOTE; Salary range will be
higher after the 4 Jan 2009 General Schedule rate increases become effective]
(see additional notes below)
Duties: Executes research addressing geospatial data using geographic
information systems (GIS). Uses geodatabases to implement GIS processes for a
wide range of applications involving multisource geospatial data. Uses XML,
ArcObjects and various other languages for application in solving geospatial
data problems. The incumbent will employ commercial software and best
practices in documenting system's design, interface control, test,
configuration management and user manuals. Experience (educational or
professional) with commercially available GIS and image-processing software
is strongly desired, as is experience in field sampling techniques, and
demonstrated experience in developing and successfully completing a
science-based research project.
Selected candidate will work under direct supervision of a senior scientist
or principal investigator. Tasks will not always be clearly spelled out, as
the individual selected for this position will be working in a research and
development environment wherein new scientific directions are a constant
pursuit. Accordingly, the candidate for this position must possess personnel
characteristics such as creativity, professional patience, integrity, and
perseverance. Participation in professional forums, as well as interaction
with customers, colleagues, and military officers, dictates that the selected
candidate possesses excellent oral and written skills.
Please contact Valerie Carney at 703-428-6840 for additional information about the poistion and the security clearance requirements.
Engineer Research and Development Center
ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER: TEC 16-12-08
POSITION: INTERDISCIPLINARY: Computer Scientist, DB-1550; Physical
Scientist, DB-1301; Cartographer, DB-1370; Geographer, DB-0150, or; General
Engineer, DB-0801. Grade 02
Receipt (postmark) of applications: Opening Date: 16 December 2008 through
Closing Date: 16 January, 2009.
Position Location: Topographic Engineering Center, Alexandria, VA
Starting Salary: $39,330 -$75,669 per annum [NOTE; Salary range will be
higher after the 4 Jan 2009 General Schedule rate increases become effective]
(see additional notes below)
Duties: Executes research addressing geospatial data using geographic
information systems (GIS). Uses geodatabases to implement GIS processes for a
wide range of applications involving multisource geospatial data. Uses XML,
ArcObjects and various other languages for application in solving geospatial
data problems. The incumbent will employ commercial software and best
practices in documenting system's design, interface control, test,
configuration management and user manuals. Experience (educational or
professional) with commercially available GIS and image-processing software
is strongly desired, as is experience in field sampling techniques, and
demonstrated experience in developing and successfully completing a
science-based research project.
Selected candidate will work under direct supervision of a senior scientist
or principal investigator. Tasks will not always be clearly spelled out, as
the individual selected for this position will be working in a research and
development environment wherein new scientific directions are a constant
pursuit. Accordingly, the candidate for this position must possess personnel
characteristics such as creativity, professional patience, integrity, and
perseverance. Participation in professional forums, as well as interaction
with customers, colleagues, and military officers, dictates that the selected
candidate possesses excellent oral and written skills.
Please contact Valerie Carney at 703-428-6840 for additional information about the poistion and the security clearance requirements.
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