Monday, September 20, 2010

GIS Specialist (Leesburg, VA)

Waterborne Environmental, Inc. has an opening for a GIS Specialist with a degree in GIS/Geography and an interest in environmental, agricultural, or natural resource issues to join our geospatial information team. Ideally, the candidate has used GIS as a tool in an applied environment to solve real-world problems. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to apply GIS in analyzing hydrologic and chemical transport processes; to solve practical problems related to agriculture, water quality, and environmental issues; and to provide technical expertise for the entire company. We are a progressive company of bright motivated scientists and engineers looking for valuable additions to our team. The successful candidate will demonstrate the following:

Bachelors or Masters degree in GIS, Geography, Geoinformation Science, or equivalent
 Job or classroom experience with ability to independently synthesize complex data into information for
presentation
 Strong problem solving ability and refined technical/organizational skills
 Effectively communicate technical processes in written and verbal form
 Fluency with the ESRI ArcGIS suite of software
 Proficiency with relational databases (e.g. MS Access, MS SQL Server)
 Familiarity with scripting or programming applications using VB.NET, Python, or Java
 Self-motivated and willing to learn new technologies / skills with minimum oversight
 Interest and/or experience in modeling the spatial aspects of environmental, agricultural or natural
resource related problems

Please contact:
hr@waterborne-env.com
Human Resources Manager
Waterborne Environmental, Inc.
897 B Harrison St, SE
Leesburg, VA, 20175
Fax: (703) 777-0767
www.waterborne-env.com

Monday, August 9, 2010

GIS Graduate Assistant

at the Center for Post-acute Studies at the National Rehabilitation Hospital. This position is to assist in the development of interactive maps using ESRI's geographic information systems software as well as GoogleEarth and Google maps to develop web-based maps.
To apply, send your resume and a brief cover letter to Katherine.M.Rucky@medstar.net

Internship opportunity @ Fairfax County Dept. of Planning and Zoning

The Fairfax County Dept. of Planning and Zoning is seeking an intern to assist in updating its GIS records this fall. The Planning Division is undergoing an analysis of its long-range planning process, and needs to gather, map, and analyze data on past amendments to the Comprehensive Plan. The ideal candidate will possess the ability to create and edit shapes and attribute tables in GIS, and will have excellent research and organizational skills. Additionally, the intern should be able to work at least 20 hours a week for a 12 week period beginning Sept. 13, 2010 and ending December 3, 2010. The pay rate for the internship is $ 16. 89/hour.

Interested candidates should contact Kimberly.rybold@fairfaxcounty.gov by August 12, 2010.

Monday, July 26, 2010

Geographic Information Specialists at USAID

Geographic Information Specialist
Location: Washington, DC
Job Code: 209
# of openings: 1
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Description

Provide geospatial services to USAID's Office of Transition Initiatives (OTI) in support of program management, analysis, planning, and advocacy as a member of the Geographic Information Unit (GIU). Communicate the geographic operating picture of OTI's international development work through the acquisition, production, and provision of geo-spatial data and cartography. Collaborate closely with USAID client and with peers in U.S Government agencies, the humanitarian community, academic, and private sectors to achieve OTI mandate of helping local partners advance peace and democracy in priority countries in crisis.
Expertise in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), ESRI ArcGIS 9.x, cartographic design, graphic editing, database, and standard office applications.
Extensive knowledge of geospatial data from a wide array of sources.
Familiarity with Google Earth and Adobe Design Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop).
Experience with geospatial web APIs and creating web mapping mash-ups is preferred.
Experience with PHP, Flex/Flash, Python scripts and Model builder is desirable.
Position requires the ability to work in high pressure situations occasionally exceeding normal business hours with the potential for domestic and overseas travel.
Must have strong verbal and written communication skills as well as the ability to work independently or in a team environment.
International experience and foreign language skills are preferred.
Requires a B.S/B.A Degree

Please apply: http://tbe.taleo.net/NA2/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=MACF&cws=1&rid=209

Monday, June 21, 2010

Climate Change Policy Analyst

The Southern Nevada Water Authority (SNWA) is searching for candidates for the position of Climate Change Policy Analyst. The position is located within the SNWA's Department of Environmental Resources.

Ideal candidates will possess a Master's of Science degree in a science or environmental discipline and experience in the appliation of science to policy development and decision making related to Climate Science and more specifically Climate Change Science.

Salary: $ 86, 497 annually
Filing deadline: 8am, Monday, July 5, 2010.

Please visit the website at www.lvwaterjobs.com or contact: Doug Tanabe, Recruiter @ doug.tanabe@lvvwd.com, 702-258-7276

Monday, May 10, 2010

Student Position with USGS

The U.S. Geological Surveys Eastern Geographic Science Center is seeking a student with general background in GIS and web-applications programming to work with a web applications development group in Reston, Virginia. Work will involve assisting in the development of web-based GIS tools for natural hazard mitigation, ecosystem management, sea level rise assessment, and other USGS science activities. Candidates should ideally have javascript coding skills, experience with one or more popular Javascript libraries, and interest in coding web mapping clients (e.g., Google maps API, OpenLayers). Experience with server-side programming would also be beneficial. A general knowledge of GIS principles and experience with GIS software (e.g., ArcGIS) is desirable.

Candidates are eligible for hire under USGS's Student Educational Employment Program if they:

1. Are a student enrolled or accepted for enrollment as a degree (diploma, certificate, etc.) seeking student.
2. Are at least 16 years of age at the time of appointment.
3. Are enrolled as at least a half-time student (or students who have been accepted for enrollment) in an accredited high school, technical or vocational school, 2-year or 4-year college or university, graduate or professional school.
4. Have a satisfactory academic record, 2.0 or better accumulative G.P.A. is required.
5. Are a U.S. citizen. Non-citizens may be eligible for employment if eligible to work under U.S. immigration laws and no qualified U.S. citizens are available for the position. (U.S. citizenship is required if you are converted to a permanent position from the SCEP Component.).

Point of contact:
Dr. Paul Hearn, USGS
Reston, VA
703-648-6287
Email: phearn [at] usgs [dot] gov

Monday, April 12, 2010

Paid Summer Internship at OPIC (Washington, DC)

The Overseas Private Investment Corporation (OPIC) is seeking undergraduate and gradate interns to work in the Economic Impact Analysis Group of the Office of Investment Policy for focused assignments dealing with geographic information systems (GIS) and spatial analysis.

Location: Washington, D.C.
Duration: Summer 2010 (12 weeks) with commitments of 40 hours per week
Compensation: Paid

· Undergraduate students with at least two full years of college: GS-4, Step 1, $14.59
· Graduate students enrolled in their first year of graduate school: GS-5, Step 1, $16.33
· Graduate students who have completed one full year of graduate school: GS-7, Step 1, $20.22

Description: The Overseas Private Investment Corporation, an executive branch agency of the US government, will consider internship applications from highly competitive and flexible undergraduate and graduate students with strong business interests and background in international development.

OPIC is an independent U.S. government agency whose mission is to mobilize and facilitate the participation of U. S. private capital and skills to promote the economic and social development of less developed countries and regions, and countries in transition from non-market to market economies. OPIC assists U.S. companies by providing financing (from large structured finance to small business loans) and political risk insurance, as well as supporting investment funds. OPIC complements the private sector in managing risks associated with foreign direct investment and supports U.S. foreign policy.

OPIC was established as an agency of the U.S. government in 1971 and currently does business in over 150 countries. In the decades since its creation, OPIC has worked to achieve its dual mandate of fostering developmental investment and supporting US investors in challenging markets.

The OPIC Office of Investment Policy (OIP) seeks to recruit undergraduate or graduate interns for its Economic Impact Analysis unit immediately. The internship will last approximately 12 weeks and will be an outstanding opportunity to learn about investment policy, international investment and trade issues within the context of international development and U.S. foreign policy.

The selected candidate will work on the Unit’s effort in mapping OPIC’s global reach and footprint; and be able to display it on a web platform, such as Google Earth or Google Maps. The two main objectives will be to:

(1) create interactive maps on the OPIC intranet and internet website with information about OPIC’s projects around the world and

(2) create features and layers that will enrich the user experience

Experience: Candidates with backgrounds in geography, international studies, or spatial analysis will be considered. Candidates should possess good knowledge of international development issues, strong oral and written communications skills, as well as computer proficiency. Desired skills and experience:

- Excellent Google Maps API skills and experience
- Familiarity with Google Earth Applications and features
- Familiarity with web mapping
- Experience in graphic design, publication design, and web design is a plus
- Ability to work independently
- Must be detail-oriented

Point of Contact: To apply, click here. Under Step 5 of the application process, select “Economic Impact Analysis Internship.” Applicants will be required to submit a cover letter and resume. All applicants must apply through the OPIC website. If you have questions, contact Thomas Debass by email at tdebass [at] opic [dot] gov.