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Project Manager GIS (American Water)
2/3/2012
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Job ID #: 6384
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Location: Belleville, IL
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Functional Category: Engineering
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Business Unit Description: IL CORP-Engineering
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Employment Type: Full Time - Regular
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Education Required: Bachelors Degree
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Experience Required: 7 - 10 Years
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Relocation Provided:
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Shift: 1st
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Hours of Work:
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Primary Role
Responsible for the development, delivery, and operation and maintenance of GIS around the state. GIS will establish a new system for maintaining distribution network mapping data and will provide the foundation for all future geo-spatial asset management information and functionality.
Key Accountabilities
*Implementation of GIS initiatives, including data conversion, software implementation and training, applications, workflow integration, and GIS maintenance.
*Development and execution of scope of work, budget and schedule for GIS initiatives.
*Participate in and work with other American Water committees and initiatives aimed at the ultimate integration with GIS, such as computerized maintenance management programs, and various databases, with the goal of efficient and effective integration with these systems.
*Contribute to effective communication by listening and providing constructive feedback.
Skills
*Ability to develop and deliver appropriately focused information in a format that can be easily understood and readily used.
*Ability to structure and conduct fact-finding interviews at various levels within the organization.
*Ability to identify and resolve issues/anomalies.
*Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills. Excellent quantitative skills.
*Strong coaching, mentoring, and developing skills as related to GIS training.
Knowledge
Knowledge of how GIS integrates with other utility-based software systems such as computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS), customer service systems, financial systems and project management systems.
Apply at amwater.com or to Kristy Fournie.
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GIS/Mapping Technician (Cloudpoint Geographics, Inc.)
1/17/2012
Job Description: This position involves technical support of a growing GIS consulting firm in central
Illinois. Primary responsibilities will include GPS field data collection, map creation, and database
management, for various GIS / mapping projects throughout the state. Expect a significant amount of
hands‐on use of GPS equipment for data collection and training. Look for opportunities to grow and be
a part of a team.
Requirements:
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Strong technical skills in working with computers and GPS equipment
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Experience in using GPS equipment for GIS data collection
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Experience in working with GIS software and spatial databases
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Excellent computer skills and the ability to maintain and organize spatial databases
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Must have a good understating of cartographic principles and modern mapping techniques
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Must be able to create and maintain maps and data layers
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Must work with clients on training of equipment, hardware, & software
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Excellent communication skills and the ability to convey GIS/spatial information to non‐GIS/nontechnical audiences
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Travel throughout Illinois including frequent overnight stays during the week
Qualifications:
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Associate Degree or higher in GIS, Engineering, or related field
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5+ years of experience in GIS mapping may be acceptable in lieu of education requirement
How To Apply: Submit an application at www.cloudpointgeo.com/resources or mail resume to
Cloudpoint Geographics, Inc. 415 N. Main St., P.O. Box 1017 Roanoke, IL 61561
Salary: $13 ‐ $18 hourly D.O.Q.
Deadline: February 20, 2012
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GIS Architect (American CyberSystems)
1/16/2012
American CyberSystems (ACS) is a multinational organization with more than $130 million in sales, more than 1,300 employees and locations all over the globe. Our focus has allowed us to serve clients in virtually every industry, from startups to Fortune 100 enterprises. I have the following contract position available with our direct client. Interested candidates, kindly revert with their updated resume and rate expectations, with the same subject line.
Position title - GIS Architect
Location - Salisbury, MD
Contract duration - 2+ weeks
Job details - The client is currently in the process of upgrading from GIS version 4.3 to SI version 5.2. They are also going to be changing all of the underlying infrastructure and have load balancing as well as redundancy with the new environment. They are looking for someone that can come in and do a review of our current GIS environment and provide us with some guidance around the effort to upgrade to this new parallel environment. The individual should be more of an architect that can come in and do a true assessment of what they have and how that can then be transformed into this new version.
Contact Nittin Sharma
Technical Recruiter
2400 Meadowbrook Pkwy, Duluth, GA 30096
(678) 207-5202
nittin.sharma@acsicorp.com
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Research Associate (CU-Boulder Population Center & NCAR Integrated Science Program)
1/16/2012
Application Deadline: February 15, 2012
The University of Colorado Population Center (CUPC) & National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR) Integrated Science Program (ISP) announce a Research Associate (Post-doctoral) position in cross-scalar research on environmental change, migration and urbanization. Applicants with expertise in geographic information sciences, and an interest in human dimensions of environmental change, are particularly encouraged.
The full-time Research Associate will work with both CUPC & NCAR researchers on projects bridging institutions. Relevant CUPC & NCAR research includes:
· integrated assessment modeling of land use, emissions & climate change, linking socio-economic & natural science
· household-level modeling of migration processes as related to environmental conditions and change;
· vulnerability & resilience of urban regions in the face of environmental change;
· the role of migration & urbanization processes in shaping land use and spatial development patterns.
Central & Latin America represent key geographic areas of interest given ongoing research in both CUPC & NCAR, although other areas of focus will be considered.
This research (postdoctoral) program has been developed to 1) contribute to the emerging body of population-climate research, 2) grow the pool of social and natural scientists qualified to work at the interface between population-climate dynamics, & 3) increase & strengthen collaborations between CUPC affiliates & the NCAR Integrated Science Program scholars. Thus, the program will pair recently graduated PhDs with host scientists at both CUPC & NCAR to work in areas of mutual interest.
Applications must include a clearly articulated, 3-page research proposal outlining relevant cross-scalar, population-based research that integrates, or expands upon, topics within CUPC & NCAR research agendas related to spatial approaches to migration, urbanization, & climate change. Selection will be based on scholarly potential & compatibility with the interests of Program mentors.
Advanced contact with potential mentors at NCAR & CUPC is required (list below).
· Lori M. Hunter, CUPC http://www.colorado.edu/ibs/es/hunterl
· Leiwen Jiang, NCAR http://www.cgd.ucar.edu/ccr/ljiang
· Brian O'Neill, NCAR http://www.cgd.ucar.edu/ccr/boneill
· Hua Qin, NCAR http://www.rap.ucar.edu/staff/qhua-staff.php
· Fernando Riosmena, CUPC http://www.colorado.edu/ibs/POP/riosmena
· Patricia Romero-Lankao, NCAR http://www.ral.ucar.edu/staff/prlankao-staff.php
Example projects that may bridge institutional interests include:
· Integration of spatial data with household-level surveys to examine environmental drivers of household-level migration as a factor in Mexico's regional urbanization, emissions trends, and vulnerability;
· Spatial projections of population and urbanization integrating historical census and environmental data, and consideration of environmental implications;
· Examination of the spatial dimensions of vulnerability to climate change, particularly in urban areas, in order to better inform macro-scale modeling of climate & socioeconomic futures
· Cross-scalar interactions between demographic & socioeconomic factors as determinants of urban land use, emissions & vulnerability/resilience to multiple stresses.
The appointed Research Associate will be an employee of CU Boulder but will be located at either Boulder institution as determined by project needs. Candidates must be United States citizens or permanent residents of the US at the time of application. The positions are one-year fellowships, renewable for a second year, & include a fixed annual salary & benefits. Salary dependent upon qualifications.
Lori M. Hunter, Ph.D.
Associate Professor of Sociology and Environmental Studies
Institute of Behavioral Science, Programs on Population, Environment and Society
Editor-in-Chief, Population and Environment
University of Colorado at Boulder
http://spot.colorado.edu/~hunterlm
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Program Manager, Illinois Height Modernization (ISGS - Prairie Research Institute, UIUC)
1/13/2012
We are seeking an individual to serve as principal investigator and project manager of the Illinois Height Modernization Program.
Responsibilities: Serve as principal investigator and project manager, ensure project deadlines are met, and ensure products are delivered as contracted. Work to secure external funding through grants, contracts, or federal appropriations. Develop detailed program budgets, monitor compliance, and manage expenditures. Coordinate with federal, state, and local governmental funding agencies and Illinois Height Modernization Program Committee to develop project scopes of work and deliverables. Produce program reports. Set project meeting agendas and guide meetings with staff, federal, state, and local government partners. Make presentations and conduct program outreach at professional meetings. Participate in the National Geodetic Survey (NGS) national Height Modernization Program and the Great Lakes Region Height Modernization Consortium. Coordinate with the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign to hire consultant teams through a formal Request for Proposals to: 1) install new deep-driven 2nd order, 1st class vertical survey monuments, revisit existing monuments along level lines prescribed by project staff, and submit corresponding monument data in the National Spatial Reference System managed by the National Geodetic Survey; and 2) collect enhanced elevation information including data acquired with LiDAR technology. Coordinate efforts and monitor progress of program staff, federal, state, and local agencies, and contractors working to conduct precision geodetic leveling and to collect enhanced elevation information. Serve as liaison to federal, state, and local governmental agencies, and contractors regarding data sharing agreements and exchange of precision geodetic leveling and enhanced elevation information (including data acquired with LiDAR technology). Maintain contacts with counterpart programs in the US Geological Survey and National Geodetic Survey. Establish data management protocols and implement plans for long-term stewardship of and access to enhanced elevation information. Train project staff; oversee staff working to complete project deliverables and creation of metadata. Direct staff conducting quality assurance assessments of precision geodetic leveling and enhanced elevation data (acquired with LiDAR technology by contractors). Ensure public access of Illinois Height Modernization Program information is made available through the Illinois Natural Resources Geospatial Data Clearinghouse. Educate ISGS staff about applications of enhanced elevation information for use in geologic mapping, geologic hazards assessment, and analysis of earth surface processes.
Qualifications: Master’s degree in geography, geology, or applicable discipline with 12 years related industry or research experience. Experience with electronic data stewardship including developing data management plans and applying digital data preservation standards and best practices. Experience in developing specifications for collection of LiDAR data by contractors. Knowledge of geomorphology, surficial geology, or earth science. Experience with GIS and graphics software and knowledge of database, geospatial, and enhanced elevation data file formats. Knowledge of basic principles of relational databases and software. Ability to develop and manage a multi-million dollar budget. Ability to provide detailed written documentation including program reports, standards-compliant metadata, software instructions, standards, and specifications in a clear, concise and well-structured manner. Ability to write or prepare sponsored research proposals, scientific reports and publications and give oral presentations. Ability to work independently. Detail-oriented and able to implement technical standards, specifications, and techniques consistently and accurately. Ability to prioritize, accomplish tasks, and meet deadlines.Good communication skills to establish friendly, open, and clear communication with others. Ability and willingness to effectively contribute as part of a team. Ability to train project staff. The work of this position takes place in an office setting. Must be able to sit for extended periods of time working at a computer, using a keyboard and mouse, and using repetitive hand motions. Must be able to travel occasionally, including up to a work week of consecutive nights of overnight travel, to attend meetings.
This is a regular full-time 12-month academic professional position subject to the availability of continued funding and programmatic need. The starting date is negotiable after the closing date. Salary is commensurate with experience.
Applications must be received by February 3, 2012. To apply, all candidates must submit an online profile through jobs.illinois.edu by the close of the posting period. Qualified candidates must upload a letter of application which details qualifications noted above, résumé, working e-mail address, and the names, addresses, phone numbers, and e-mail addresses of three professional references. All requested information must be submitted for your application to be considered. Incomplete information will not be reviewed. For further information please contact Lori Walston, Human Resources, Illinois State Geological Survey, at lwalston@illinois.edu or 217-244-2401.
The University of Illinois is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and ideas who embrace and value diversity and inclusivity. (www.inclusiveillinois.illinois.edu)
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Assistant Professor, Dept of Geography and Earth Sciences - UNC Charlotte
12/12/2011
The University of North Carolina at Charlotte, Department of Geography and Earth Sciences is recruiting a tenure-track, assistant professor specializing in environmental remote sensing for appointment in July 2012. Required qualifications include: 1) a doctoral degree in geography, the earth or atmospheric sciences or a related field at the time of appointment; 2) the ability to develop and maintain an externally funded research program on remote sensing of the natural and/or built environment; 3) the ability to teach remote sensing courses at the graduate and undergraduate levels to diverse student populations; and 4) the ability to contribute to one or more of the themes of the Department’s interdisciplinary teaching and research mission.
The successful candidate will play a major role in expanding the geospatial modeling and technology component of our graduate and undergraduate programs while contributing to the Department’s interdisciplinary teaching and research mission in the geographical and natural sciences. The successful candidate is expected to maintain an active, scholarly research agenda that includes advising students in the Department’s graduate programs, including the MA and Ph.D. in Geography, MS in Earth Sciences, and Ph.D. in Infrastructure and Environmental Systems. The successful candidate is also expected to develop new graduate courses in her/his area of expertise and teach two existing undergraduate courses on the science and application of remote sensing. Preference will be given to candidates who strengthen bridges across the geospatial, natural, and social sciences curricula.
The Department is an interdisciplinary community of natural, social, and technical scientists with over 30 faculty members. UNC Charlotte is a rapidly growing doctoral university located in the state’s largest metropolitan area. Over 25,000 students are currently enrolled at the University. The Department, the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, and the University are strongly committed to creating and maintaining a diverse community in which all students, staff, and faculty can work, learn, and live in an environment of respect and support. We welcome applications from candidates who will foster these goals. We encourage applications from women, minorities, and individuals from underrepresented groups.
Review of applications will begin January 30, 2012 and continue until the position is filled. Applications must be submitted electronically at https://jobs.uncc.edu and must include: 1) a letter of application describing research interests, teaching interests, and teaching philosophy; 2) a full curriculum vita; and 3) the names of three referees.
We encourage prospective candidates to review our web sites for the Department (www.geoearth.uncc.edu) and the Center for Applied GIScience (www.gis.uncc.edu) prior to applying. For additional information, contact Dr. Ross Meentemeyer at 704-687-5944 or rkmeente@uncc.edu.
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