Restoration Field Intern, Laguna de Santa Rosa Foundation

Contact: Julian Meisler
Laguna de Santa Rosa Foundation, P.O. Box 7886 Santa Rosa, CA 95407-7886
phone: 707-527-9277 ▪ email: julian@lagunafoundation.org


Description:

The Laguna Foundation in partnership with the Milo Baker Chapter of the California Native Plant Society is seeking an intern to collect and assemble new and existing data for Cunningham Marsh, a privately held preserve designed to protect a unique oligotrophic marsh and associated rare and endangered plants. Work may include using a GPS to collect data at the site and assembling existing data by contacting/interviewing botanists and other conservation professionals. The final product will be one or more maps that clearly display the data and will serve as a resource to staff and volunteers working in the field. Work will be supervised by the Restoration Program Director and CNPS representatives as needed. This is a great opportunity to do real conservation work in Sonoma County that will contribute directly to the management and preservation of endangered plants in an unusual ecosystem.

Qualifications:

Basic GIS skills are essential (ability to work with data and present in map form). GPS skills useful. Interest in rare plants and ecosystems helpful. Please email describing interests and qualifications, a CV or resume, and your availability.

Employment-Internship Opportunity: GIS Technician, CDFFP

Employment-Internship Opportunity: GIS Technician
Forest Practice GIS
California Dept. of Forestry and Fire Protection
135 Ridgway Ave.
Santa Rosa, California 95401

Contact: Suzanne Lang
suzanne.lang@fire.ca.gov

(office) 707-576-2955
(GIS lab) 707-576-2954

This is a part-time temporary position (9 months) with potential for full-time State Civil Service appointment. Salary and benefits dependent upon qualifications. Flexible schedule. Ample training and supervision provided.

The Dept. of Forestry and Fire Protection is looking to hire a GIS Technician to accomplish data capture of timber harvesting activities, fuels management projects, and other natural resource management activity.

Work entails heavy digitizing, attributing, and data management of File GeoDatabases in ArcGIS 9.2/9.3.

Experience:
· Familiarity with spatial data concepts
· Ability to read and interpret maps
· Experience editing spatial data in ArcMap (understanding of topology very helpful)
· Scrupulous attention to detail
· Willingness to learn basic elements of the California Forest Practice Rules and various Resource Management programs administered through the department


Please email a statement of interest along with your qualifications to:
suzanne.lang@fire.ca.gov .

Feel free to call with your questions about this position.

RESEARCH ANALYST I (GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEMS)

RESEARCH ANALYST I (GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEMS)

Temporary Authorization Appointment (TAU)
Salary: $3,106.00 - $3,425.00
Posted: 11/04/08

http://jobs.spb.ca.gov/wvpos/more_info.cfm?recno=379186

Please distribute this announcement to anyone you feel may be interested in this position. Since the current state Research Analyst I (Geographic Information Systems) list is exhausted, we are able to temporarily hire someone (9 months) who is not currently on the state list but meets the minimum requirements for the position. Also, we intend for this position to be full time so if the candidate for the position takes the state Research Analyst I (GIS) state exam within the next 9 months and passes, they would be able to be considered for the full time position.

NASA Earth and Space Science Fellowship (NESSF) Program

NASA Earth and Space Science Fellowship (NESSF) Program

NASA announces a call for graduate fellowship proposals to the NASA Earth and Space Science Fellowship (NESSF) program for the 2009-2010 academic year. This call for fellowship proposals solicits applications from accredited U.S. universities on behalf of individuals pursuing Master of Science (M.Sc.) or Doctoral (Ph.D.) degrees in Earth and space sciences, or related disciplines. The purpose of NESSF is to ensure continued training of a highly qualified workforce in disciplines needed to achieve NASA's scientific goals. Awards resulting from the competitive selection will be made in the form of training grants to the respective universities.

The deadline for NEW applications is February 3, 2009, and the deadline for RENEWAL applications is March 16, 2009.

The NESSF call for proposals and submission instructions are located at the NESSF 09 solicitation index page at http://nspires.nasaprs.com/ - click on "Solicitations" then click on "Open Solicitations" then select the "NESSF 09" announcement. Also refer to "Proposal Submission Instructions" listed under "Other Documents" on the NESSF 09 solicitation index page.

All proposals must be submitted in electronic format only through the NASA NSPIRES system. The advisor has an active role in the submission of the fellowship proposal. To use the NSPIRES system, the advisor, the student, and the university must all register. Extended instructions on how to submit an electronic proposal package are posted on the NESSF 09 solicitation index page listed above. You can register in NSPIRES at http://nspires.nasaprs.com/.

For further information contact Anne Crouch, Program Administrator for NESSF Earth Science Research, Telephone: (202) 358-0855. E-mail: hq-nessf-Earth@nasa.gov; or Dolores Holland, Program Administrator for NESSF Heliophysics Research, Planetary Science Research, and Astrophysics Research, Telephone: (202) 358-0734, E-mail: hq-nessf-Space@nasa.gov.

Los Angeles Regional Census Center of the US Census Bureau

The Los Angeles Regional Census Center of the US Census Bureau currently has 3 job announcements posted. These are supervisory, technical and clerical positions that we will be filling to build our Geography staff for the 2010 Census. Depending on
the announcement, the educational and experience qualifications vary. The positions are located in Northridge, CA.

Geographic Specialist (multiple positions)
Geographic Clerk (multiple positions)
Secretary (1 position)
(A Geographic Lead Clerk announcement will open in the next few weeks, please check the website below on an ongoing basis.)

A complete job description and the application procedures can be found at the following website:
http://www.census.gov/rolax/www/2010Jobs.html

Please refer to the 3 steps for a successful application located at the top of the page for guidelines on how to complete you application in order to be considered the position to which you are applying.



GEOGRAPHIC SPECIALIST
Salary : $40,752 - $72,286
DUTIES: The incumbent performs geographic support activities for decennial censuses and surveys. Geographic activities include: improvement of the Topologically Integrated Geographic Encoding and Referencing system, (TIGER); update of the Master Address File (MAF) for designated areas; maps for use in geographically structuring census operations; and geographic correction activities. In addition, the incumbent provides guidance, advice, and assistance to departmental geographers, statisticians, and headquarters personnel. The incumbent will be required to establish and maintain long-term partnerships with state, tribal, and local governments regarding the exchange of paper maps and geo-spatial data including GIS data and address files. Incumbent will communicate the designs, requirements, and timelines of census programs to federal, state, tribal, and local officials by making telephone calls, attending meetings, and traveling to regional conferences. Participates in training regional office staff to improve use and availability of TIGER. Participates in the hiring
and training interviewer staff to create additional address lists as needed. Incumbent will perform a variety of GIS analysis on data received from local governments to determine suitability for use in the Master Address File and the TIGER modernization program.

GEOGRAPHIC LEAD CLERK
Salary: TBA
DUTIES: Leads 8 to 10 lower grade employees who do digitizing, map production and
update census maps. Assists employees by answering questions and resolving
problems. Assists in the orientation of new employees by explaining work in general and providing on-the-job training. Edits previously digitized data for completeness and accuracy according to established standards and identifies and works to correct specific
deficiencies based on the editing. Edits may be performed using graphic plots or specialized interactive data edit systems at various scales.

GEOGRAPHIC CLERK
Salary: $29,405
DUTIES: The incumbent performs clerical support duties associated with the geography program. Works on Census 2010 geographic programs. Receives, sorts, opens, controls and routes incoming mail. Maintains correspondence files. Receives telephone and personal callers and directs them to appropriate office employees based on knowledge of employees’ areas of responsibility. Maintains a variety of logs. Maintains stockroom supply levels. Operates various office machines. Performs other clerical duties as required.


SECRETARY
Salary: $32,898
DUTIES: The incumbent of this position serves as a geographic secretary in the Regional Census Center (RCC). The secretary is responsible for receiving telephone calls and visitors, and referring callers to appropriate offices. The secretary may maintain an appointment calendar, advising individuals when appointments must be rescheduled, and arranging mutually convenient times. The incumbent also makes arrangements for meetings, travel arrangements for supervisor and staff, and prepares related travel vouchers and reports. The secretary receives and controls mail, routing items to appropriate offices. The secretary may assemble background information for supervisors, and notify supervisors of any pending delays related to the RCC. The incumbent reviews outgoing correspondence for conformance with instructions, grammar, and typographical accuracy. The secretary may also provide advice to secretaries in subordinate units concerning matters such as time and attendance, etc...

Far Western Anthropological Research Group, Davis, CA

Organization: Far Western Anthropological Research Group
Title: GIS Technician
Location: Davis, CA
Application Deadline:
Posted: 2008-09-29

Position Description:


Farwestern Anthropological Research Group has an immediate opening for a full time GIS Technician position in our Davis, Ca office.

Responsibilities include basic cartographic production, data entry, georeferenceing scanned maps and digitizing archaeological features. Experience with ESRI Arcview required. Preferred candidates will have also have knowledge and experience with Microsoft Excel and Access. Knowledge of archaeology and resources management would be beneficial.

This is an excellent opportunity with a respected cultural resources consulting firm. The successful candidate will have the opportunity or a variety of tasks on jobs throughout California, Nevada and Utah. We offer competitive salary and benefits.

If interested please visit FarWestern.com

Obama for America - GIS Editing Volunteers

Organization: Obama for America
Title: GIS Editing Volunteers
Location: Worldwide (Must be US Citizen or legal resident of the USA)
Application Deadline:
Posted: 2008-09-26

Position Description:

We have some extremely important work for GIS specialists that are willing to lend their data editing expertise to our campaign. We are updating precinct shapefiles we have to bring them up to 2008 changes and vastly improve their accuracy.

Why is this important? The ground game we have in place is the largest ground game in the history of political campaigns. An example of this is Virginia where we have not one but 44 campaign headquarters throughout the state. So we have boots on the ground, but in many case they are using poor quality and outdated precinct files, so the work we do here could make a major impact in states like New Hampshire, Virginia, Ohio, New Mexico, Michigan, Missouri and Pennsylvania. But we need to do this now and we need to do it fast.

I put together a 10-page help document (here: http://docs.google.com/Doc?id=ddpmrpng_11ffh4gxgm) that includes about 20 minutes worth of training video’s. It’s not a lot, but read/watch them thoroughly. If we end up with 100 editors, we will fail if we have 100 different methods producing different results.

After you’ve studied these and decided you want to help, please complete this non-disclosure agreement (http://my.barackobama.com/page/-/documents/NDA.pdf) and scan and email (dgalt@barackobama.com) or fax it to me at (312) 268-7094. If you fax it, send me an email to tell me you have done so, so I can let you know if I did not receive it. Also, in your email, please include your name, city and state so we can add you to one of our regional users groups. When you email us back, please (PLEASE!) use a Gmail account if you have one. We use Google Groups, and Google documents to organize our work and we’ve had numerous issues with other email address domains.

After I receive your info and NDA, I’ll add you to our user groups and send you the MXD/data package for one of the states we are updating (you’ll need ArcGIS 9.2 or 9.3 for this). This is an ongoing process that is working. We have already completed some smaller, but key states and now it is time to scale up and tackle some larger states. The work we’re doing here will directly affect our efforts to allocate the right resources to the right precincts, get out the vote, and ultimately to put Barack Obama in the White House and to change our country for the better. If you have viewed the help doc, and think you can do this (Yes you can!) please send in your info right away as time is short.

Senior Information Systems Specialist, Information Systems Specialist II, Napa, CA

Organization: Napa County
Title: Senior Information Systems Specialist, Information Systems Specialist II - (GIS - Programmer)
Location: Napa, CA
Application Deadline:
Posted: 2008-09-03

Position Description:

County of Napa

Senior Information Systems Specialist - (GIS - Programmer)
Annual Salary: $75,795.20 - $91,000.00

Information Systems Specialist II (GIS - Programmer)
Annual Salary: $67,704.00 - $81,244.80

Closing Dates/Times: Continuous

Senior Information Systems Specialist

Please note that there is only one Information Systems Specialist vacancy which maybe filled at the Information Systems Specialist II or Senior Information System Specialist level depending on the applicant's qualifications. If you are interested in being considered for the Information Systems Specialist II, please submit a separate application for the Information System Specialist II.

The recruitment for this position will remain open until a sufficient pool of qualified candidates has been identified. The initial review of candidate qualifications is scheduled to take place September 15, 2008. Interested individuals are encouraged to apply early for immediate consideration.

The Senior Information Systems Specialist is the experienced, expert-level class in the Information Systems Specialist job family. Incumbents in this position perform a wide range of development and system support work for the County's Geographic Information System (GIS).

Example of Duties:
May include, but are not limited to, the following:
Update data in non-spatial tables in SQL Server; create and edit point, line, polygon and raster features and attributes to maintain data accuracy and currency; use ArcCatalog to manage feature classes in geodatabases and files; assist GIS users in other departments with the operation of ArcGIS software; create and maintain metadata using ArcCatalog in accordance with standard procedures; understand and execute quality control procedures to ensure the accuracy of spatial data; maintain the County's parcel data layer; document user requirements for projects such as application development, data creation and data analysis; interact with staff from other groups, departments, agencies and the general public for data exchange, collaboration and service requests; prepare a variety of correspondence, documentation and other written materials; use the Department's SRMS call management system to log, document and resolve service requests; promote the GIS program to other departments and jurisdictions; manage security by maintaining user accounts and permissions in SQL Server; analyze non-spatial data for a variety of purposes; install ArcGIS Desktop software; develop, document and maintain quality control procedures to ensure the accuracy of spatial data; support Emergency Operations Center operations by providing mapping services; load vector and raster data into ArcSDE; perform ArcSDE maintenance operations such as compressing databases, creating versions; use command-line ArcSDE to create views and monitor ArcSDE connections and services; maintain ASP web applications; publish maps and geoprocessing tools for use in ArcGIS Server; develop and maintain ASP.NET/C# web applications; develop quality control procedures using T-SQL; update spatial views to include complex joins; develop and maintain mapping applications using ArcGIS Server Manager; design and document web applications using Enterprise Architect; install and configure ArcGIS Server; develop and maintain mapping applications using ArcGIS Server for .NET using Visual Studio; develop and maintain mapping applications using third party applications such as Freeance, GeoCortex or GeoSmart; manage IIS including creating virtual directories, setting security parameters and configuring log files; troubleshoot and resolve web/mapping application problems within the application's interface; streamline existing procedures through automation and process improvements; mentor other GIS staff; suggest and apply spatial technologies to business workflows in order to increase effectiveness of County operations; lead complex and or multi-person projects; assume responsibility full project lifecycle on simple and or one-person projects; act proactively to avoid customer issues and meet their business needs.

Experience and Education
To qualify for this classification, an individual must possess any combination of experience and education that would likely produce the required knowledge and abilities. A desirable combination is:

Experience:
Three years of programming and or systems experience in governmental or business operation.

Education:
Equivalent to graduation from college with major course work in data processing, computer science, or a closely related field, and minor course work in business principles. Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.

License or Certificate:
A position assigned to this class may require possession of a valid California Driver’s License.

Typical Qualifications
Knowledge of:

* Relational database principles.
* Basic cartographic principles and techniques
* Editing processes using ArcGIS software for a variety of data formats.
* GIS feature types.
* ArcGIS software.
* Data management using ArcGIS software.
* Data export/import functionality in ArcGIS.
* Metadata concepts and standards.
* Data conversion functionality in ArcGIS software.
* Data formats commonly used in GIS including Shapefile, coverage, text, DXF, DWG, Excel and Access.
* Spatial analysis and geoprocessing techniques using ArcGIS software.
* Data management using ArcSDE.
* ArcSDE administrative functions such as compressing, versioning and installation.
* Geoprocessing with ArcGIS Server.
* Map publishing with ArcGIS Server.
* Basic functionality of ArcGIS Server.
* Visual Studio.
* ASP.NET and C#.
* Change management techniques.


Skill to:

* Write basic select, update, delete statements against basic table designs.
* Perform joins, return derived column values and use Group By, Having, Distinct, and other keywords.
* Understand delivered T-SQL functions and how / when to use them.
* Write stored procedures that return record sets and use input parameters.
* Write complex joins and nested SQL.
* Create user accounts and set permissions for databases, tables, views and stored procedures.
* Create and modify databases, tables and views.
* Create DTS packages.
* Create scheduled jobs.
* Install SQL Server components.
* Design effective map displays.
* Understand and follow documented procedures.
* Explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
* Communicate orally with individuals and groups.
* Create, maintain and export metadata using ArcGIS software.
* Interpret maps from a variety of sources.
* Analyze user problems and devise logical solutions.
* Create and maintain web mapping applications using ArcGIS Server Manager.
* Create mapping applications using ArcGIS Server for .NET using Visual Studio.
* Develop non-spatial web applications using ASP.NET and C#.
* Troubleshoot complex web application problems.
* Use web forms.
* Translate user needs into detailed requirements.
* Write in English using proper syntax and grammar.
* Use standard office equipment such as fax machines, phones and copy machines.
* Legally drive a vehicle.
* Read instructions and follow procedures.
* Promote and market the GIS program.
* Understand computer systems and how the various components interact.
* Communicate procedures in written form.
* Analyze workflows and design more efficient processes.
* Research emerging technologies and analyze their potential impact on the County.
* Train other staff.
* Lead project teams.
* Manage projects.
* Manage customer expectations.


Ability to:

* Build effective client relationships.
* Work closely with users of all skill levels to clearly determine deliverables & requirements.
* Work independently to diagnose problems.
* Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others.
* Work independently.
* Work as part of a team.



Information Systems Specialist II

Please note that there is only one Information Systems Specialist vacancy which maybe filled at the Information Systems Specialist II or Senior Information System Specialist level depending on the applicant's qualifications. If you are interested in being considered for the Senior Information System Specialist, please submit a separate application for the Senior Information System Specialist.

The recruitment for this position will remain open until a sufficient pool of qualified candidates has been identified. The initial review of candidate qualifications is scheduled to take place September 15, 2008. Interested individuals are encouraged to apply early for immediate consideration.

The Information Systems Specialist II is the experienced, journey-level class in the Information Systems Specialist job family. Incumbents in this position perform a wide range of development and system support work for the County's Geographic Information System (GIS).

Example of Duties:
May include, but are not limited to, the following:
Update data in non-spatial tables in SQL Server; create effective map displays and presentation materials in hardcopy and electronic format for a variety of purposes; create and edit point, line, polygon and raster features and attributes to maintain data accuracy and currency; use ArcCatalog to manage feature classes in geodatabases and files; assist GIS users in other departments with the operation of ArcGIS software; create and maintain metadata using ArcCatalog in accordance with standard procedures; understand and execute quality control procedures to ensure the accuracy of spatial data; maintain the County's parcel data layer; document user requirements for projects such as application development, data creation and data analysis; interact with staff from other groups, departments, agencies and the general public for data exchange, collaboration and service requests; prepare a variety of correspondence, documentation and other written materials; document routine procedures; manage security by maintaining user accounts and permissions in SQL Server; analyze non-spatial data for a variety of purposes; install ArcGIS Desktop software; develop, document and maintain quality control procedures to ensure the accuracy of spatial data; support Emergency Operations Center operations by providing mapping services; load vector and raster data into ArcSDE; perform ArcSDE maintenance operations such as compressing databases, creating versions; use command-line ArcSDE to create views and monitor ArcSDE connections and services; maintain ASP web applications; publish maps and geoprocessing tools for use in ArcGIS Server; develop and maintain ASP.NET/C# web applicationsl develop quality control procedures using T-SQL; update spatial views to include complex joins; install and configure ArcSDE; develop and maintain mapping applications using ArcGIS Server Manager; design and document web applications using Enterprise Architect; install and configure ArcGIS Server; develop and maintain mapping applications using ArcGIS Server for .NET using Visual Studio; develop and maintain mapping applications using third party applications such as Freeance, GeoCortex or GeoSmart; manage IIS including creating virtual directories, setting security parameters and configuring log files; troubleshoot and resolve web/mapping application problems within the application's interface; streamline existing procedures through automation and process improvements; assume responsibility for full project lifecycle on simple and or one-person projects.

Experience and Education
To qualify for this classification, an individual must possess any combination of experience and education that would likely produce the required knowledge and abilities. A desirable combination is:

Experience:
Two years of programming, systems, and/or Web design and development experience in a governmental or business operation.

Education:
Equivalent to graduation from college with major course work in data processing, computer science, graphic design, or a closely related field, and minor course work in business principles.

Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.

License or Certificate:
A position assigned to this class may require possession of a valid California Driver’s License.

Typical Qualifications
Knowledge of:

* Relational database principles.
* Basic knowledge of cartographic principles and techniques.
* Editing processes using ArcGIS software for a variety of data formats.
* GIS feature types.
* Data management using ArcGIS software.
* Data export/import functionality in ArcGIS.
* Metadata concepts and standards.
* Data conversion functionality in ArcGIS software.
* Formats commonly used in GIS including Shapefile, coverage, text, DXF,
* ArcGIS software.
* Spatial analysis and geoprocessing techniques
* Data management using ArcSDE.
* ArcSDE administrative functions such as compressing, versioning and installation.
* DWG, Excel and Access.
* Geoprocessing with ArcGIS Server.
* Map publishing with ArcGIS Server.
* Functionality of ArcGIS Server.
* Visual Studio.
* ASP.NET and C#.
* Project management principles and practices.


Skill to:

* Write basic select, update, delete statements against basic table designs.
* Perform joins, return derived column values and use Group By, Having, Distinct, and other keywords.
* Understand delivered T-SQL functions and how / when to use them.
* Write stored procedures that return record sets and use input parameters.
* Write complex joins and nested SQL.
* Communicate orally with individuals and groups.
* Create, maintain and export metadata using ArcGIS software.
* Design effective map displays.
* Understand and follow documented procedures.
* Interpret maps from a variety of sources.
* Analyze user problems and devise logical solutions.
* Create and maintain web mapping applications using ArcGIS Server Manager.
* Create mapping applications using ArcGIS Server for .NET using Visual Studio.
* Develop non-spatial web applications using ASP.NET and C#.
* Use web forms.
* Translate user needs into detailed requirements.
* Write in English using proper syntax and grammar.
* Use standard office equipment such as fax machines, phones and copy machines.
* Read instructions and follow procedures.
* Promote and market the GIS program.
* Understand computer systems and how the various components interact.
* Communicate procedures in written form.
* Analyze workflows and design more efficient processes.


Ability to:

* Work independently.
* Legally drive a vehicle.
* Establish and maintain cooperative working relations with staff and other departments.


ADA ACCOMMODATION
Applicants requiring accommodation during the application and/or selection process pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities (ADA) Act should contact County of Napa Human Resources at (707) 253-4303.

For more information or to apply go to: www.NapaCountyCareers.com

County Administration
1195 Third Street
Napa, CA 94559



Napa County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Geographic Information Systems Analyst II, San Rafael, CA

Organization: Marin County
Title: Geographic Information Systems Analyst II
Location: San Rafael, CA
Application Deadline: 2008-08-29
Posted: 2008-08-15

Position Description:

Marin County, San Rafael, CA
$5,475 - $6,554/Month

Marin County Community Development Agency is announcing a recruitment for the position of GIS Information Systems Analyst II. The incumbent will perform high-level professional work related to the development and implementation of systems, databases and scripts to create, maintain, display and upgrade a Countywide geographic information system (GIS) for use in applications for County departments, governmental agencies, private entities and the public. You will utilize this system for the analysis of spatial and tabular data and for the production of electronic and hard-copy maps; and perform related work as assigned. The County uses ESRI software.

This position typically requires graduation from a four-year college or university with major course work in planning, engineering, computer science or geographic studies or a field related to the work AND two years of professional-level experience in working with digital ortho photography and/or automated geographic information databases and systems at a level equivalent to that of the County’s class of GIS Analyst I (see class specification for details). Experience in digitizing data or working with geographic information system data, in map drafting or in the planning function may be substituted for the education on a year for year basis to a maximum of two years.

Application Procedure:
Deadline to apply is Friday, August 29, 2008 at 5pm. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the required County application and Supplemental Application Form. Apply online at http://www.co.marin.ca.us/Jobs or contact HR Dept, Room 403, 3501 Civic Center Drive, San Rafael, CA 94903 or call (415) 499-6104. EEO/TTY

Google Earth / Maps Workshop and Talks

Looking for some hands-on training from Google Earth Outreach ? If you are located near San Francisco or you can travel to the Bay Area, look no further. We'll be conducting a workshop on October 20, 2008 in San Rafael, CA as part of the Bioneers conference. During the Bioneers Conference, taking place from October 17th to 19th, we'll also have a computer lab open where you can walk-in and get demos of Google Earth and Maps (and other Google tools, too).

Google Earth Outreach Workshop: Mapping Solutions to a Positive Future

A special one-day intensive hands-on training for activists and public interest advocates on the use of Google's mapping technology and applications for public interest purposes. This session provides hands-on training with Google Earth and Google Maps. You will also learn how to use these applications for internal planning, decision-making, and an overall mapping framework for your organization or cause. Activists and change-makers the world over are finding these tools invaluable in the struggle to protect the Earth and our human communities.

When: October 20, 2008
Location: Embassy Suites Hotel, San Rafael, CA 9am-5pm
The training is donated by Google to Bioneers. Cost for the workshop:
Member - $150
Non-profit/individual - $175
For-profit - $200

Register at http://www.bioneers.org/node/2618

Bioneers Conference 2008:

What is a "Bioneer?" A biologist and an engineer, of course! Each year, people from those two groups gather together to tell inspiring stories of civil advocacy. The mission is to inspire a shift to live on the Earth in ways that honor the web of lie, each other and future generations.

October 17-19, 2008
Location: Marin Center, San Rafael, California
Website

Plenary Session: Rebecca Moore
Google Earth: Visualizing Change, Mapping the Future
Google Earth’s mapping and visualization technologies are powerful tools for public-interest purposes, from environmental justice to climate change, biocultural preservation, land conservation and creating a sustainable society. This software engineer turned public-interest advocate founded Google Earth Outreach, and her efforts are dramatically leveraging the crucial work of NGOs, communities and indigenous peoples worldwide.

Google Earth Outreach: High Tech Hits the Ground Mapping
Presented by Google Earth Outreach. Google Earth Outreach is leveraging positive environmental and social change by merging high tech with activism. With: Rebecca Moore; Mary Anne Hitt, executive director of Appalachian Voices, whose online campaign is using Google Earth to stop “mountaintop removal” coal mining; Sylvia Earle, world-renowned oceanographer, on mapping to conserve the life of oceans; and Peter Warshall, polymath, former Whole Earth editor, and co-director of Dreaming New Mexico, a Bioneers project using Google Earth to create a “future map” of the Age of Renewable Energy at the state level.

Google Earth Outreach Meets Grassroots Community Organizing
GEO’s high-tech visualization capabilities add a critical organizing tool that works best when combined with classic grassroots community organizing. Here’s how two innovative groups are approaching this mix. NAIL—Neighbors Against Irresponsible Logging—in the Santa Cruz Mountains, CA, integrated classical organizing with Google Earth to mobilize the community to stop a water company from cutting 1,000 acres of redwood forest, including old-growth trees. Dreaming New Mexico is using a Future Map of the Age of Renewable Energy to help coalesce networks and action steps at the state level. With: Rebecca Moore; NAIL Steering Committee members Terry Clark, Kevin Flynn, Rea Freedom, Eric Horton, Rick Parfitt, Linda Wallace, and logging consultant Jodi Frediani; Kenny Ausubel and Peter Warshall, co-directors, Dreaming New Mexico.

Continuing Education Units are available for attending the Bioneers conference.
Listen to a KQED broadcast describing the Bioneers experience: http://www.kqed.org/quest/blog/2008/07/16/go-bioneers/

Google Inc.
1600 Amphitheatre Parkway
Mountain View, CA 94043

Sacramento River Watershed Program intern

Greetings,

I’m writing to pass on an excellent student internship or independent contractor opportunity with a dynamic team of folks at the Sacramento River Watershed Program (www.sacriver.org ). The project has some great GIS/cartography/watershed science crossover and will be an great opportunity to demonstrate cartographic skills to a broad range of stakeholders and the general public in the largest and one of the most diverse watersheds in California. The team is geographically dispersed and will work to accommodate the schedules and location of chosen candidates within the project timeframe. The deadline for response is the 22^nd of August so time is of the essence. Please direct questions Mary Lee Knecht, SRWP Executive Director at 916.549.4017 or via email: marylee@sacriver.org.

Warm regards,

Peter Tittmann

peter tittmann

phd candidate

geography graduate group

university of california, davis

m 707.849.4135

WorldLink, San Francisco, CA USA

Organization: WorldLink
Title: Geospatial Data Coordinator
Location: San Francisco, CA USA
Application Deadline:
Posted: 2008-05-29

Position Description:

Geospatial Data Coordinator: Digital Earth Educational Product

Organization: WorldLink
Location: The Presidio, San Francisco, CA

DESCRIPTION
We are accepting applications for a paid intern to assist our Digital Cartographer with geospatial data acquisition and organization. One temporary position is available and compensation will be commensurate with experience. The position is part-time, between 12-20 hours per week, beginning immediately and concluding by early September 2008. We are looking for a responsible, self-directed individual who wants to be part of a creative design team and help bring an innovative educational program to market.

RESPONSIBILITIES
• Locate raster and vector data from a variety of web-based data providers, including NASA, NOAA, USGS, and United Nations.
• Acquire and organize specified geospatial data sets.
• Log incoming data and metadata using customized Filemaker Pro database.
• Participate in creative sessions related to digital cartography process.
• Test digital maps in software and with usability groups.

QUALIFICATIONS
• Strong computer and Web research skills; familiarity with Mac OS.
• Excellent data organization skills and attention to detail.
• Experience working with geospatial software and data sets.
• Familiarity with image processing software such as Photoshop and Illustrator preferred.
• Coursework in GIS, geography, environmental sciences, computer sciences, and related disciplines a plus.

BENEFITS
• Transit pass for free shuttles between the Presidio and downtown SF.
• Beautiful office setting in the heart of the Presidio.
• Opportunity to contribute to a meaningful project and participate in creative research and development process.
• Walking distance to cafes serving healthy organic food.
• Bicycle storage and shower facilities on-site.

APPLICATIONS
Please send a resume and cover letter to Rick Kos: rick@goworldlink.org
Email inquiries only, please.

FREE 2008 ESRI USERS' CONFERENCE REGISTRATIONS AVAILABLE for STUDENT VOLUNTEERS

FREE 2008 ESRI USERS' CONFERENCE REGISTRATIONS AVAILABLE for STUDENT VOLUNTEERS



The Cartography and Geographic Information Society (CaGIS) is pleased to offer FREE full conference registrations (valued at $995 each) for the 2008 ESRI International User Conference (UC) to two student volunteers able to work in the exhibition hall to help staff CaGIS' information booth for limited times during the conference. The conference is in San Diego from August 4-8.



We are looking for outgoing and friendly volunteers with a keen interest in cartography and/or GIS. Student volunteers will not only receive free conference registration but be able to network with GIS users and employers from around the world. One of last year's volunteers, for example, is now employed as a executive trainer by ESRI. This is a tremendous opportunity to attend and participate in this comprehensive annual gathering.



As the largest GIS conference in the world, the ESRI UC offers innovation at its best. Student volunteers can come together with GIS users from more than 120 countries and share in the amazing activity, energy, and motivation that stem from the ESRI UC every year. For more information about the conference, visit http://www.esri.com/events/uc/index.html .



Travel expenses and accommodation will remain the responsibility of the student. Please contact Rob Edsall (robedsall@asu.edu > ) for more information or to indicate your interest. We require a signed letter from a faculty member to affirm that the applicant is an active and enrolled student, and all applicants must be CaGIS student members. Information about this extremely reasonably priced ($28) membership can be found at > .



The deadline to indicate your interest in this opportunity is midnight, Tuesday, June 3, to allow sufficient time for the student volunteer to make travel arrangements.



Rob Edsall

Director, CaGIS

GIS Intern, San Francisco Estuary Institute

Organization: San Francisco Estuary Institute
Title: GIS Intern
Location: Oakland, CA
Application Deadline:
Posted: 2008-05-23

Position Description:

The San Francisco Estuary Institute (SFEI), a center for environmental research and monitoring on the San Francisco Bay Area region, is accepting applications for an intern to assist SFEI programs with Geographic Information System (GIS) tasks. One temporary position is available, at a rate of $15 per hour. The position may be part or full-time, depending on the applicant.

The recruit would work closely with a project manager on specific GIS-related tasks. Tasks will include photo interpretation of wetland/riparian vegetation, editing polygon and polyline data, map production, GIS database development and generation of spatial statistics in support of the Wetland Science, Historical Ecology and Information Technology Programs. Strong computer skills and data organization are required. Additional tasks may include orthorectification of historical aerial photography, georectification of historical maps, and identification of historical habitats.

Position requirements:
• experience in editing GIS data in ArcGIS 9.x geodatabase format
• strong computer skills
• coursework in conservation sciences, geography, or natural resources
• interpretation of aerial photographs for riparian vegetation and hydrologic features
• knowledge of cartographic concepts and design
• knowledge of geographic concepts
• ability to understand directions, take initiative when needed, and work independently

Additional useful skills:
• database experience
• knowledge of plant communities and hydrologic functions
• ability to identify key concepts in surveyor notes and historical documents
• graphic design for print or screen (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, etc.)

Depending in part on the Institute's future needs and funding, it is possible the internship could lead to a regular part- or full-time position.

SFEI is a dynamic, multidisciplinary institute operating at the intersection of applied science, environmental management, and public education. The work environment includes an interdisciplinary staff of scientists in Contaminants, Biological Invasions, Watersheds, Wetlands, and Historical Ecology, supported by IT and GIS staff. The computing environment includes both PCs and Macs and software includes ArcGIS 9.2, and ERDAS Imagine 8.7 to develop and manage environmental data and to power web-based information systems.

Contact:
Please send a cover letter and resume to gisresumes@sfei.org or by mail to 7770 Pardee Lane, 2nd floor, Oakland, CA 94621. Please insert 'INTERN GIS POSITION' as the subject heading in your email or your email may get lost.

www.sfei.org

San Francisco Bay Waterboard, Environmental Scientist - GIS Specialist

Organization: San Francisco Bay Waterboard
Title: Environmental Scientist - GIS Specialist
Location: Oakland, CA
Application Deadline: 2008-06-02
Posted: 2008-05-21

Position Description:

The San Francisco Bay Regional Water Quality Control Board, a State agency, is seeking qualified applicants to fill a unique position in its Planning Division.

Basic Qualifications:
1. BS degree or higher in geography; or related physical or social science
2. Three or more years of GIS production experience using ESRI’s ArcGIS.
3. A basic understanding of, and a willingness to learn environmental science and State and federal water quality control laws.
4. Knowledge of principles, practices and applications of watershed management, water quality protection, geography, cartography, and GIS systems, database design principles and database management and GPS principles and equipment operation
5. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel & Access
6. Strong organizational skills – needs to possess the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines; simultaneously work on and manage multiple tasks/projects, and to work independently, yet also provide customer service to a diverse number of staff members.
7. Good oral and written communication skills
8. Applicants must possess list eligibility to the State of California’s Environmental Scientist classification. Application for placement on the list is possible on an on-going basis.
9. A writing sample and sample portfolio of GIS work products are required at time of interview

Desired Qualifications:
1. Knowledge of programming languages - Visual Basic, Python, and HTML
2. Knowledge and interest in the issues related to water quality impairment in the watersheds surrounding San Francisco Bay and water quality planning.

Duties focus on performing research and spatial analysis using mapped and tabular information to support activities to protect, enhance and restore water quality in San Francisco Bay. Specific work includes creating graphics and maps and conducting analyses to support these projects; maintaining GIS Lab Computers and equipment; maintaining inventory of GIS data, mining new datasets, and revising existing ones; developing and maintaining full standards-compliant metadata for GIS layers.

Contact Naomi Feger, nfeger@waterboards.ca.gov, for more information

Research & GIS Project Manager, Walnut Creek, CA

	Colliers International Job Description Research & GIS Project Manager, Walnut Creek, CA May, 2008

Position: Research & GIS Project Manager

Job Description:

Colliers International has an opening, for a Research & GIS Project Manager. The Research & GIS Project Manager will be responsible for production of companywide GIS Services, supporting 12 offices in Northern CA and NV. GIS services are the core function of this job and include mapping, retail demographic and aerial projects and analysis. The position will contribute GIS expertise and market knowledge, to enhance the property database application. This position reports directly to the Director of Research.

Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will have 1-3 years experience, producing GIS related mapping, demographic and aerial imagery projects. GIS experience with MapInfo and Claritas products or similar is required. A college degree in Geography, a similar degree or training/work experience is required. Experience working in a commercial brokerage real estate office or similar sales environment is required. Extensive experience using MS Office work suite, including Outlook, Word, Excel, Access and Powerpoint are required. Candidates must portray high degrees of integrity and attention to detail, including strong written and interpersonal skills.

Business Objects Crystal Report software and report writing experience is a plus.

GIS related development experience, using Google Earth, API’s and creating Mashups, is a plus.

Core Responsibilities:

1. Complete GIS projects utilizing, MapInfo, iXpress, MapMarker & AirPhotoUSA imagery

2. Review GIS websites and periodicals for industry trends and new developments

3. Work closely with the Director of Research on companywide initiatives, including, IT application development projects

4. Increase the awareness and usage of GIS services, companywide

5. Review, update and make office resource and continued education recommendations

6. Maintain an active role in the Colliers GIS User Group

To Apply: Send Resume, Cover Letter, Mapping Example and Salary Requirements by Email

Contact: ResearchJobs@colliersparrish.com

Staff Research Assoc II, UC Berkeley

Please see job description below. You must apply though for this position
through the UC Berkeley job portal at:

http://jobs.berkeley.edu/

Search for job # 8433

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Posting Title: Staff Research Assoc II

Requisition: 008433

Department: ANR Natural Resources PL

Location: Main Campus-Berkeley



This requisition will remain open until filled.

Job Description:

The Staff Research Associate will work with a research project focused on
the four major river basins in the Northern Sierra Nevada. The project goal
is to develop a geographic information system (GIS) based risk assessment
model for determining priority sites for pre-fire and post-fire treatments
that take into account land ownership and resource management approaches as
well as regional goals and concerns for water quality and water quantity.

Work will be mainly located on the Berkeley campus.

Responsibilities:

The major tasks of this position include the integration of multiple
co-registered , spatially explicit variables, including land ownership and
probable management actions, vegetation cover, developed land cover (roads,
houses, commercial areas), predicted fire behavior with and without
treatments, and hydrologic runoff patterns. The incumbent will be required
to working with both raster (continuous) and polygon-based data sets as
well as use of ESRI's ArcHydro for modeling water and sediment routing,
Spatial Analyst, and fire modeling tools based on ESRI software.

The incumbent will maintain data libraries and databases for numerous
coverages and scenario runs. Producing presentation quality graphics and
using them in interactions with other project participants, agency staff and
diverse stakeholders will also be required.

Requirements & Qualifications:

. Bachelor's degree (or equiv. experience) in GIS, geography, environmental
science, forestry, computer science or related discipline required, Master's
preferred
. Training and experience in geographic information systems (using ESRI
software products) and databases required
. Basic understanding of forest and/or fire ecology required
. Advanced quantitative/computer skills and web development experience a
plus
. Good writing and communication skills and ability to work with diverse
stakeholders required
. Valid driver's license required





Jeremy Freund

Geospatial Imaging and Informatics Facility (GIIF)

UC Berkeley College of Natural Resources

137 Mulford Hall # 3114

Berkeley, CA 94720-3114

(510) 643-4539

jfreund@nature.berkeley.edu

http://giif.cnr.berkeley.edu

Geographic Information Systems Analyst, City of Santa Rosa, CA

Organization: City of Santa Rosa, CA
Title: Geographic Information Systems Analyst
Location: Santa Rosa, CA
Application Deadline: 2008-05-22
Posted: 2008-05-02

Position Description:

Geographic Information Systems Analyst
City of Santa Rosa, CA
$5,155 - $6,272 monthly, plus excellent benefits
Final filing date: Thursday, May 22, 2008

The City of Santa Rosa, located in beautiful Northern California, currently seeks a qualified candidate responsible for using ESRI tools to model, manage, analyze, process, project, convert and display geospatial data (both raster and vector) in various formats. This recruitment is being conducted to fill one current opening in the Utilities Department, and an anticipated opening in Information Technology (IT) in July 2008. The GIS Analyst in the Utilities Department will provide GIS support for the City’s water, wastewater and Subregional systems including integration with the department’s asset management program; and provide GIS support for various City departments.

Successful candidates for both positions will have extensive knowledge of ArcGIS 9.x and its various extensions, preferably at the ArcInfo level, a basic understanding of the concepts behind data management in a relational database, good writing skills - for documentation, training, processes, and knowledge of cartographic principles, GIS standards, and coordinate systems. Editing and cartography skills are critical. Experience working with external databases such as Access and SQL and familiarity with Model Builder and/or Python is desirable. For Utilities, knowledge of water and wastewater systems is preferable.

Minimum experience and education includes two years of work experience creating maps and performing spatial analysis using geographic information systems software, and completion of college course work equivalent to an Associate of Arts degree in computer science, geography, engineering or a related field.

Application materials may be obtained from the Human Resources Department, 100 Santa Rosa Avenue, Room 1, Santa Rosa, CA 95404; via phone at (707) 543-3060 (voice), (707) 543-3063 (TDD), or (707) 543-3076 (24-hour Job Hotline); via the City website at www.srcity.org/jobs; or via email at jobs@srcity.org. You may also apply online at http://ci.santa-rosa.ca.us/departments/hr/Pages/ApplyOnline!.aspx. EOE

Part-time/Full-time GIS positions, Whitegold Solutions, Inc.

Part-time/Full-time GIS positions in customer support and operations at San
Rafael based company Whitegold Solutions, Inc. See www.precigeo.com

Whitegold compiles business-actionable data from overhead imagery using
patent-pending geocoding technology, feature extraction and a seasoned team
of trained operators in India. Company's client base includes many Fortune
500 companies.

Wage/Salary negotiable. Ability to work from home.

Contact information is included below:

Jack Zoken
President
Whitegold Solutions, Inc.
43 Fernwood Way
Suite 210
jzoken@whitegoldsolutions.com
San Rafael, CA 94901
415-456-4493

Web-GIS Developer, San Francisco Estuary Institute

Organization: San Francisco Estuary Institute
Title: Web-GIS Developer
Location: Oakland CA
Application Deadline:
Posted: 2008-03-10

Position Description:

Job Announcement
Web-GIS Developer

The San Francisco Estuary Institute, an environmental research non-profit organization located in Oakland, California, is seeking to hire a Web-GIS Developer in its Information Technology group. This person will develop for several of the Institute’s flagship web products, create new products, and help shape the GIS program at the Institute.

For nearly a decade, SFEI has been one of the leading producers of GIS data and analysis related to the San Francisco Bay Area environment, creating award-winning datasets such as the EcoAtlas Historical and Modern Baylands Maps (now adopted by numerous organizations as their regional basemaps), and leading web-GIS products such as the California Wetland Tracker, California rapid wetland assessment software, and Historical Coast Survey Maps website.

Primary duties include
• Working closely with other technical staff to create and maintain web mapping and related applications for the Institute and its clients (based on open source products such as MapServer, OpenLayers, and PostgreSQL; ESRI products such as ArcIMS and ArcSDE; and Google APIs).
• Working with IT and science staff to create compelling information products for a range of audiences
• Staying informed on GIS technologies and strategizing with staff on the most appropriate technologies for our web mapping applications and for meeting other GIS project and Institute goals.
• Providing mentoring and assistance to other GIS staff as appropriate. About eight others at the Institute use GIS software regularly.

Required skills/characteristics
• Three years experience in related work
• Broad skills and experience with web mapping applications and web-GIS technologies such as MapServer, OpenLayers, ArcIMS, and Google Maps/Earth APIs. The Institute is currently embarked on several exciting web-GIS projects related to wetlands restoration and contaminant monitoring in the Bay.
• Skills and experience with linking spatial data to web applications using relational database technologies such as ArcSDE and PostgreSQL/PostGIS. The ability to administer relational database systems is a plus.
• Strong skills in Javascript for web mapping applications
• Advanced understanding of spatial data formats, tools, and concepts.
• Skills in PHP and/or Java as applied to application-database communication very advantageous.
• Experience with application development for mobile platforms very advantageous.
• Organization and attention to detail are critical. Typically, several projects are in progress simultaneously.
• Strong oral and written communication skills are highly advantageous. This position works routinely with Institute scientists, staff and clients, and may be called on to write technical project documentation, specifications, and/or work plans. Ability to make engaging presentations to internal or external audiences is advantageous.
• Optional but desirable skills include graphics applications (Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, etc.); and interface design.

Additional information
SFEI offers an enjoyable workplace, earns excellent employee retention, and provides the candidate the opportunity to play a key role in the Institute’s mission to use scientific understanding to protect and enhance the San Francisco Bay environment.

For more background on SFEI, visit http://www.sfei.org.

Salary based on experience and skills. A comprehensive benefits package is included.

To apply, please e-mail a cover letter and your résumé to gisresumes@sfei.org.

Cartographic Aide (Short Term),San Francisco, CA USA

Position Detail

Organization: The Nature Conservancy
Title: Cartographic Aide (Short Term)
Location: San Francisco, CA USA
Application Deadline: 2008-03-07
Posted: 2008-02-29

Position Description:

The Cartographic Aide works with a GIS manager and directly with GIS specialists, ecologists and planners to design and produce publication quality maps in support of nature conservation in California. This position will manage and maintain a digital map library for internal and external patrons, so strong organizational skills are a must. The candidate should have strong ArcMap and cartographic design skills with an eye for detail.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
• Associate’s degree in natural resources, environmental studies or equivalent combination of education and 6 months of experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in geoscience-related field and six months to 1 year related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.
• Experience utilizing ESRI (ArcMap) software and data to create maps.
• Experience with relational databases.
• Completing tasks independently within assigned timeframes.
• Working knowledge of common software applications (e.g.; Word, Excel, Web browsers).
• Communicating clearly via written, spoken, and graphical means in English and other relevant languages.

The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

To apply, please email cover letter and resume to resumes@tnc.org and reference in the subject line of your email Jobcode 850001.

Entry Level Comprehensive/GIS Planner, Berkeley, CA

Organization: Design, Community & Environment
Title: Entry Level Comprehensive/GIS Planner
Location: Berkeley, CA
Application Deadline:
Posted: 2008-02-08

Position Description:

Entry Level Comprehensive/GIS Planner

Design, Community & Environment, a comprehensive planning, urban design, and landscape architecture firm in North Berkeley, is looking for entry level comprehensive and GIS planners with 1 to 3 years of professional experience. The ideal candidate for this position possesses both strong comprehensive planning skills and specific expertise and capability in Geographic Information Systems (GIS).

With a staff of about 45, DC&E serves cities and counties throughout California. DC&E's comprehensive planning work includes General Plans, California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) documentation, transportation planning, and community involvement. Position responsibilities include:

• Research and writing of General Plan, environmental, and transportation planning document sections as directed by management staff
• Production of graphic diagrams for DC&E projects
• GIS data acquisition and management, development of GIS analytical methodologies, assessment of appropriate GIS applications for specific projects, production of GIS deliverables including analyses and cartographic presentations, and technical assistance on GIS to fellow DC&E staff and clients.

Salary is commensurate with experience and level of ability. We offer a competitive salary, generous benefits and a casual work environment. Please take a look at our website www.dceplanning.com to find out more about the work we do.

Please email your resume, and your salary requirements and/or history and a minimum of two work samples as PDF attachments to Ian Moore, Senior Associate (ianm@dceplanning.com) or fax to (510) 848-4315 [Work samples must include both professional writing and GIS work products for which the applicant is principally responsible.] DC&E is an equal opportunity employer.

GIS Jobs at GIS Data Resources, Inc.

Organization: GIS Data Resources, Inc.
Title: GIS Technician / Analyst
Location: Marin County, USA
Application Deadline:
Posted: 2008-01-30

Position Description:

GIS Data Resources, Inc., a world leader within the GIS data industry, is seeking as many as three GIS positions for our Northern California office.

Duties - Perform GIS mapping and analysis tasks in support of creating, maintaining, and improving data sets for public safety, utility and real estate customers.

Responsibilities include compiling and synthesizing geographic data into a GIS database; database design; quality assurance; developing attribute data for all type of industry formats; maintaining and updating GIS databases as new data is collected; preparing, modifying and updating data sets using different GIS software (including ArcView 3x, ArcGIS, MapInfo, etc.) and other digital media. This position requires great attention to detail, excellent communication skills, the ability to work well both in team settings and independently.

Required Experience/Skills – The Technician position requires a minimum of 2 years hands-on experience with ArcGIS 8/9x; Knowledge/experience with data conversion using Access and/or Excel.

Desired Experience/Skills - Ideal candidate will have one or more of the following:
1) Experience with building and maintaining street/cadastral data.
2) Geodatabase design using ArcSDE and desktop, intranet and/or internet application programming experience with Access, Javascript, Visual Basic, Access, SQL Server/ Oracle
3) Working knowledge of SQL in an enterprise RDBMS environment to query databases and perform simple database administration tasks.
4) Experience with MapInfo, AutoCad, or Microstation.
Education - Successful candidates will have a BS in geography or related field.

This position is full-time, with compensation commensurate with experience and attitude, and with full benefits paid by the company. The candidate must be able to show proof of US citizenship. An application to one position covers all three openings.

Please send resume to:

GDR
GIS Data Resources, Inc.
Attn: Regina Lo, Executive Assistant
8 Digital Drive, Suite 200
Novato, CA 94949

Toll Free: 888.654.4GDR (4437)
Fax: 415.884.4407

Email: Regina.Lo@GDR.com
Website: www.GDR.com

BAAMA 2008 Scholarship

REMINDER: Deadline for BAAMA's 2008 Scholarship is February 15th!

Tell your students!! The deadline for the BAAMA 2008 Scholarship is February 15th! Every year, BAAMA hosts its Educational Scholarship competition for Bay Area students doing projects in GIS , remote sensing, and other geospatial technologies. Winners will receive $2,500 (1st place), $1,500 (2nd place), and $1,000 (3rd place)! Apply now! Flier is attached for added publicity - tell your students!

Thanks,
Karin

Karin Tuxen-Bettman
BAAMA Board Member
Geospatial Imaging & Informatics Facility (GIIF)
College of Natural Resources
University of California, Berkeley
137 Mulford Hall #3114
Berkeley, CA 94720-3114
(510) 643-4539
karin@nature.berkeley.edu

A Mapping Quest: New Internet program Winemap.org could change the way growers, tasters view the county

By KEVIN McCALLUM
THE PRESS DEMOCRAT

A Windsor map company is on a quest to create some of the most detailed views ever of the landscape that produces some of the finest wines in the nation.

Teaming with vineyard owners around Sonoma County, The Map Store on Thursday unveiled a powerful new Internet mapping tool it hopes will revolutionize the way people share information about the local wine industry.

"No other wine region in the world has anything like this," said Jordan Thomas, project manager for The Map Store.

Hundreds of grape growers got their first peek at the project Thursday at the Sonoma County Wine Grape Commission's Dollars and $ense trade show at the Wells Fargo Center for the Arts.

The commission is helping fund the development of the Web site, winemap.org. The online maps will help growers market their grapes while making it easier for wine drinkers to learn more about the origins of the grapes that went into their favorite vintages.

What makes the Web-based tool unique is that grape growers are being asked to upload information about their farming operations to help make the maps the most detailed ever produced.

"These maps will only be as good as the information you put into them," Nick Frey, president of the commission, told members.

For growers, the key benefit of the maps will be to help them market their grapes, Frey said. Growers will be able to submit detailed information about their vineyard operations, including acreage, slope, varietals and type of vine clones planted. When growers find themselves looking for buyers for their grapes, the hope is the maps will create an exciting virtual grape marketplace.

Susan Lentz, a grower in the Dry Creek Valley, said she plans to enter as much information as she can about her 35 acres of grapes, some of which she's had difficulty selling in recent years.

Her hillside cabernet sauvignon, merlot and sangiovese have done fine, but her merlot and syrah on the valley floor have had a tougher time, she said.

"I'm hoping that this will help make information about my vineyards more widely available," she said.

Even though the site is in the testing phase, Frey said he is certain growers will be pleased with the results.

"The growers in the county are going to benefit greatly from this," Frey said.

He declined to specify how much the commission contributed to the development of the project, but said it was less than 10 percent of the total cost. The Map Store is bearing the majority of the development costs, he said.

But those costs are far lower than they would have been without the voluntary participation of growers, Thomas said.

Since 1997, The Map Store has created a popular series of maps of various grape-growing areas of Sonoma County, largely by gathering information in public records.

In 2004, the store created an online database of the information behind the maps. At that point, Thomas realized the potential to greatly expand the database and find inventive ways to present the information.

Key to that expansion is partnering with the grape growers, whose knowledge of the land is unsurpassed, Thomas said.

"When the vineyard owner goes there to map out his land, they know up to the minute what is going on," Thomas said.

Other organizations have put together lists of vineyards and wineries, and some have even put them online. But none have integrated the information with a powerful, searchable online map program in the way winemap.org has, Thomas said.

"My theory was, because it's possible, someone will do it, and if anyone was going to do it, I wanted to be the one to do it," said Thomas, 25.

For Thomas, a cartographer by training, it was completely natural to present information about the wine industry in map form.

"Because wine is so influenced by its geography, maps seem like the perfect way to present additional information about wine and vineyards," he said.

It also makes good business sense for The Map Store. The company is owned by a Cloverdale engineering firm, DobleThomas & Associates, that does a lot of work in the industry.

The company hasn't quite figured out how to monetize its investment in the map tool, but will likely sell advertising on the site someday, he said.

But even if the site isn't self-sufficient, DobleThomas hopes the goodwill it forms with grape growers reaps additional rewards.

"They definitely see a benefit from having good relations with the vineyard community," Thomas said.

You can reach Staff Writer Kevin McCallum at 521-5207 or kevin.mccallum

@pressdemocrat.com.

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