Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Technician - ECDP - Fort Collins, CO

Colorado State University; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 48,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Colorado State University is seeking a GIS Technician to support the Vegetation Mapping and Wetland Delineation teams in Fort Collins, CO. The role involves digitizing aerial imagery, creating maps and guides, and data entry; fieldwork may be available.

In-person position with preference for residents of Colorado and relocation by the employee. Minimum qualifications include pursuing a BS in a related field and 3 months to 3 years of relevant experience, plus basic field data collection skills.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a BS in a natural resources-, cultural resources-, ecosystem science-, or environmental compliance-related field (sophomore standing).
• 3 months to 3 years of relevant experience (internships, fieldwork, seasonal jobs, volunteer work, or applied coursework).
• Basic field data collection skills (vegetation surveys, wildlife monitoring, GPS-based mapping).

Responsibilities

• Office-based tasks include data entry and management, public outreach, preparing site forms, writing technical reports, compliance documents, database and data management, spatial analysis, and documentation.
• There is potential to assist teams with field work if needed.

Skills

Vegetation surveys

Wildlife monitoring

GPS-based mapping

Education

Pursuing a BS in natural resources or related field

Graduate degree in natural resources management or related field

Tools

Esri ArcGIS

Avenza or handheld GPS

Geodatabases

Microsoft Access databases

Job description

Administrative

Essential Job Duties:

Job Description

Position Summary: The GIS Technician will provide (fulltime/40 hrs wk) support to the Vegetation Mapping and Wetland Delineation teams. The primary tasks include digitizing aerial imagery, creating maps and plant identification guides, looking for plant communities within the National Vegetation Classification system and data entry. There is also potential to assist teams with field work if needed. This position is in-person and preference will be given to those already residing in the state. Must be able to relocate with vehicle. ECDP is currently unable to provide relocation or housing costs or recommendations.

Full Consideration Date is Monday, 5 October at 12:01 am MDT.

Position Location: CSU CEMML, Fort Collins, CO. The main office of the Center for Environmental Management of Military Lands (CEMML) is based on the campus of Colorado State University in Fort Collins, CO. Located in Northern Colorado about an hour north of Denver and a 45-minute drive south of Cheyenne, Wyoming, Fort Collins is consistently awarded one of the top places to live in the United States.

Essential Job Duties

• Office-based tasks can include data entry and management, public outreach, preparing site forms, writing technical reports, compliance documents, database and data management, spatial analysis, and/or preparing correspondence and other documentation.

Fieldwork

• There is a potential to assist teams with field work if needed

Conditions Of Employment

• Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires).
• Must have a valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain a driver’s license by the employment start date.
• The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. by proposed start date; the department will not provide visa sponsorship for this position.
• Must be able to pass a federal background investigation to obtain a Department of Defense Installation Access Pass. You will need to possess a Real ID or passport.

Supervision

None

Minimum Qualifications

• Pursuing a B.S. in a natural resources-, cultural resources-, ecosystem science-, or environmental compliance-related field (at least a sophomore standing).
• At least 3 months and no more than 3 years of relevant experience, which may include internships, fieldwork, seasonal jobs, volunteer work, or applied coursework
• Basic field data collection skills (eg. Vegetation surveys, wildlife monitoring, GPS-based mapping; academic or field school experience would count).

Preferred Qualifications

• Currently enrolled or holder of a Graduate Degree in natural resources management, environmental science, geography, geographic information systems (GIS), history, anthropology, or computer science, or a related field.
• Experience with Esri ArcGIS software.
• Experience using Avenza or hand-held GPS for field data collection.
• Experience managing spatial data in geodatabases or Microsoft Access databases.
• Experience with digitizing aerial imagery, creating map, and plant identification guides.

Salary Range

$48,000 to $50,000

Employee Benefits

Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it's a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.

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Background Check Policy Statement

Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

EEO

Colorado State University (CSU) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.