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GIS & Map Librarian

Wednesday, May 22, 2013 6:21 PM | BAAMA Admin (Administrator)

The University of California, Berkeley seeks a highly motivated, innovative, and service-oriented librarian with GIS experience to maintain and expand our map and geospatial data collections and services. The GIS & Map Librarian will work closely with a cross-unit team of colleagues from a range of disciplines who are interested in building and promoting the Library's e-research and data services.

The Environment

The UC Berkeley Library is an internationally renowned research and teaching facility at one of the nation's premier public universities. In a highly diverse and intellectually rich environment, Berkeley serves a campus community of 25,500 undergraduate students, 10,300 graduate students, and a faculty of 1,500. The Library comprises 20 campus libraries - including the Doe/Moffitt Libraries, the Bancroft Library, the C. V. Starr East Asian Library and subject specialty libraries. With a collection of more than 11 million volumes and a collections budget of over $15 million, the Library offers extensive collections in all formats and robust services to connect users with those collections and build their related research skills.

The map and geospatial data collections are housed presently in the Earth Sciences & Map Library. This is one of eight science and engineering libraries reporting to the Associate University Librarian and Director of Subject Specialty Libraries. The map collection consists of more than 475,000 printed maps and air photos, more than 25,000 scanned maps, and a growing collection of geospatial data. The Library's GIS program consists of data collection and dissemination, development of the Library's GeoData@UC Berkeley repository, collaboration in campus-wide GIS activities, and relevant user education services. Our map and geospatial data collections are heavily used by researchers from a range of disciplines, including Architecture, City & Regional Planning, Earth & Planetary Science, Geography, History, and Landscape Architecture, and also help support the University's recently launched GIS minor.

Responsibilities

The GIS & Map Librarian has primary responsibility for building and maintaining the Library's map and geospatial data collections, and leading the Library's GIS program. Serves as selector and liaison for Geography. Collaborates with other libraries within UC and regionally on collection development. Plans and provides a suite of services including reference, consultations, and instruction on using map collections, finding and managing geospatial data, understanding spatial concepts and analysis, and using GIS software. Develops websites and online guides related to these collections and services. Promotes the use of maps and geospatial data in teaching and research through outreach to campus faculty and students. Serves as team leader for our geospatial digital projects (including map scanning projects, our online map viewer, and GeoData@UC Berkeley) in collaboration with other library units and the Open Geoportal Consortium. Creates metadata records for geospatial data in our geoportal, performs original cataloging for maps/atlases, and oversees map/atlas copy cataloging. Collaborates with other librarians and library staff from our science and engineering libraries and Library Data Lab on our growing e-research and data services programs. May oversee interns interested in GIS and map librarianship.

UC Berkeley librarians are expected to participate in library-wide planning and governance, to work effectively in a shared decision-making environment, and to be active professionally. Professional contributions beyond the primary responsibilities are required for advancement in the Librarian series. The successful candidate will show promise or evidence of such contributions.

Qualifications

Required:
- MLS or equivalent degree from an ALA-accredited library school, or other advanced degree in a related field with relevant professional experience
- Experience with map collections, geospatial data, and GIS software such as ArcGIS and QGIS
- Demonstrated understanding of cartographic and geospatial resources and concepts
- Demonstrated aptitude for teaching and developing user-oriented documentation
- Experience with web design and understanding of emerging technologies
- Knowledge of metadata and cataloging concepts through coursework or experience
- Excellent analytical, organizational, problem solving, interpersonal, and communication skills
- Demonstrated initiative, flexibility, and ability to work creatively and effectively both independently and as a team member

Desirable:
- Experience as a librarian in a research or academic setting
- GIS certificate or coursework, or significant GIS experience
- Significant coursework in geography or related disciplines that make use of maps and geospatial data
- Understanding of common web and open source technologies for geospatial data such as XML, Python, GeoServer, PostGIS, OpenLayers, and GDAL/OGR as well as APIs
- Experience performing original or copy cataloging for maps and developing Federal Geographic Data Committee (FGDC) metadata
- Demonstrated project management skills

The Library at the University of California, Berkeley is committed to the support and encouragement of a multicultural environment and seeks candidates who can make positive contributions in a context of ethnic and cultural diversity.

Professional librarians at UC are academic appointees and are represented by an exclusive bargaining agent, University Council - American Federation of Teachers (UC-AFT). This position is in the bargaining unit.

Librarians are entitled to appropriate professional leave, two days per month of vacation leave, one day per month of sick leave, and all other benefits granted to non-faculty academic personnel. The University has an excellent retirement system and sponsors a variety of group health, dental, vision, and life insurance plans in addition to other benefits.

DEADLINE: Consideration will be given to applications received by July 1, 2013.

Submit applications online at https://aprecruit.berkeley.edu/apply/JPF00142. Applications must include a cover letter detailing a statement of qualifications, curriculum vitae noting degrees and relevant work experience, and the names and contact information of three references who are knowledgeable about the applicant's qualifications for this position.

Salary:	$49,464 - $62,220
Organization*:	University of California, Berkeley
Department:	The Library
Address*:	110 Doe Library Berkeley, CA 94720 United States
Contact Name:	Susan Wong
Contact Email:	librec@library.berkeley.edu
Contact Phone Number:	--
Contact Fax Number:	--
Website:	http://www.lib.berkeley.edu/LHRD/gis.html

UX designer for Calflora

Monday, May 20, 2013 9:39 PM | BAAMA Admin (Administrator)

Calflora is hiring a UX designer who to help clean up our website www.calflora.org. Should be comfortable with at least css 3, html 5, as well as with styling frameworks that provide mobile ready solutions (such as Twitter Bootstrap) and form development. Some Javascript would also be desirable. Part-time or full-time. Send cover letter, resume, and work samples to cpowell at calflora dot org. Position open until filled.

Salary:
Organization*:	Calflora
Department:
Address*:	United States United States Berkeley, CA 94709 United States
Contact Name:
Contact Email:
Contact Phone Number:	--
Contact Fax Number:	--
Website:	http://

Supervisor, GIS Deployment, Gas Operations - Walnut Creek

Thursday, May 16, 2013 10:31 PM | BAAMA Admin (Administrator)

Company Overview

Pacific Gas and Electric Company is one of the largest combination natural gas and electric utilities in the United States and is a subsidiary of PG&E Corporation (NYSE: PCG). The Utility provides natural gas and electric service to approximately 15 million customers throughout a 70,000 square-mile territory in northern and central California. The company was founded in 1905 and has over 20,000 employees. In 2008, PG&E generated sales of over $14 billion.

PG&E's power comes from a diverse mix of generating sources, both conventional and renewable, and both small and large. In addition to buying power from other power suppliers, the company generates power from a large network of hydroelectric powerhouses, a nuclear power plant and natural gas-fired power plants. PG&E is committed to environmental stewardship and developing innovative renewable energy programs. PG&E is the nation's largest solar utility with over 12,000 solar-generating customers; the largest alternative energy fleet in the utility industry with over 1200 alternative fueled cars and trucks; and one of the lowest rates of greenhouse gas emissions in the nation (58% below the national average).

Department Overview:

Gas Operations is focused on ensuring the safe and reliable flow of natural gas to our customers. As a whole, Gas Operations is responsible for all aspects of PG&E's gas distribution and transmission operations, including planning, engineering, maintenance and construction, restoration and emergency response. PG&E's Gas Operations system is the second largest gas distribution system in the country, consisting of approximately 48,000 miles of mains providing service to approximately 4 million customers. In addition, PG&E Gas Operations manages 6,700 miles of gas transmission pipeline, operates 9 compressor stations, and has 3 operating gas storage facilities

The Distribution Process and Data Conversion organization falls under Gas Operations, Asset Knowledge Management and will provide a technological solution that supports the efficient execution of work through the use of a newly implemented GIS (Pathfinder) for enhanced distribution facility asset data.

• The primary requirement is to execute the Pathfinder project within the identified budget, schedule and while achieving the targeted business benefits initially identified
• Identify and implement required technological solutions to aid in continuous improvements for the use of GIS for the Gas Distribution network
• Ability to interact with gas operations field personnel, mappers, IT and contract employees

Position Summary

The Supervisor of GIS Deployment (Pathfinder) will be responsible for leading the planning and development of work processes and procedures through a team of analysts, in partnership with IT, business process owners, and various teams within Gas Operations. Responsible for planning of the roll out process and sequence, ensuring the work procedures are fully deployed, implemented and maintained. This individual will work in a matrix environment and will need to enlist the support of others to ensure successful deployments. Significant travel at various phases of the project timeline throughout the PG&E service territory is anticipated.

Responsibilities
• Ensures work is completed by team in a timely and professional manner; sets performance expectations and provides guidance and mentoring to staff to help them successfully complete their work;
• Oversee all aspects of development and deployment of work procedures in support of GIS.
• Coordinate deployment planning meetings to document clear/concise steps including the following for each task: projected start and finish dates, resource requirements to complete the deployment, estimated duration, costs, and business benefits.
• Identify and mitigate risks by working collaboratively with others.
• Provide effective communication to all stakeholders to acquire all necessary approvals.
• Utilize standardized processes and procedures to ensure consistency, efficiency and customer satisfaction.
• Independently manage the complete implementation process.
• Track and manage detailed project tasks associated with, but not limited to, development design, support materials, training, etc.
• Ability to think strategically, as well as the ability to implement at a tactical level.
• Work closely with the change management team.
• Contribute toward Gas Safety Excellence goals by improving safety, reliability and affordability for one or more asset families and one or more life cycles

Qualifications

Minimum:
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
• 5 years related experience including project planning, scheduling, and deployment of a large project or process.

Desired:
• Proficient PC skills including a proficiency in ESRI and/or ArcFM GIS applications.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong understanding of the gas industry in California combined with strong business supervisory skills.
• Experience in Lean Six Sigma process improvement methodology.
• Experience with change management processes.
• Experience working with Unions.
• Experience supervising others

Pacific Gas and Electric Company is an AA/EEO employer that actively pursues and hires a diverse workforce.

Salary:
Organization*:	Pacific Gas & Electric Company
Department:	Gas Operations
Address*:	United States United States Walnu Creek, CA 94598 United States
Contact Name:
Contact Email:
Contact Phone Number:	--
Contact Fax Number:	--
Website:	http://www.pge.com/careers

GIS Specialist

Tuesday, May 14, 2013 1:18 PM | BAAMA Admin (Administrator)

Insignia Environmental is a small environmental consulting company in downtown Palo Alto. We are looking to fill an immediate opening for a fulltime office-based position, whose primary responsibilities will include preparing maps and obtaining, generating, and processing GIS data.

Insignia offers a casual, enjoyable work environment and generous benefits, including a 401(k) equivalent program, medical insurance, and paid time off. Please note that you must be comfortable with dogs, as several large ones "work" in our office.

A Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year university in geography, environmental science, resource management, city and regional planning, biology, or a similar field is required. Candidate must have at least 2 years of prior work experience in an office setting (preferably for a consulting firm) and must be proficient with ESRI ArcGIS (and its extensions) and Microsoft Office programs. Strong cartography skills are required. Experience in graphic software, including Adobe Illustrator and PhotoShop, is a plus. Candidate must be well-organized, a team player, self-motivated and able to work in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment while maintaining a sense of humor. Compensation is commensurate with experience.

Interested applicants should submit a resume with a brief cover letter or cover email, including compensation history and requirements, electronically to hr@insigniaenv.com. Please include "resume" and the position title in the subject line of your email.

We request that applicants refrain from calling or visiting our office directly.

Local candidates only.

Salary:	DOE
Organization*:	Insignia Environmental
Department:
Address*:	258 High St. Palo Alto, CA 94301 United States
Contact Name:	Alex McGraw
Contact Email:	hr@insigniaenv.com
Contact Phone Number:	650-321-6787
Contact Fax Number:	--
Website:	http://www.insigniaenv.com

Seeking BAAMA board members

Sunday, May 12, 2013 4:33 PM | BAAMA Admin (Administrator)

BAAMA is seeking geospatial enthusiasts to join our 2013-2014 board. Being part of the BAAMA Board provides an opportunity to:

Gain recognition for yourself and your company
Network and interact with guest speakers
Fulfill volunteer hours for GISP and other GIS organization membership requirements

Board member obligations include:

Overseeing the organization, its activities and finances
Upholding by-laws; participating in Board meetings (currently held once a month)
Answering Board correspondence between meetings and volunteering for assignments
Devoting time to further the goals and purpose of BAAMA

Being on the BAAMA board provides many opportunities for networking with other geospatial professionals and gaining visibility within the community. Involvement on the board depends on the time you have to commit, but is generally between 2-10 hours a month. In-person meetings are generally held every 2-3 months, and interim meetings are held via conference call.

If you are interested in joining the BAAMA Board of Directors, or would like to attend the next board meeting to see it is of interest to you, please email your contact information to president@baama.org.

Thanks!

The BAAMA Board

Geographic Systems Specialist I/II

Thursday, May 09, 2013 11:03 AM | BAAMA Admin (Administrator)

About the Department

The City of San José, the Capital of Silicon Valley, is one of the nation's best managed cities and one of the top ten cities in which to live, work, and do business. Moreover, San José is the center of cultural, government and economic activity for the region. The employees of the City of San José have embraced the following values: Integrity, Innovation, Excellence, Collaboration, Respect and Celebration. The Department of Public Works is seeking an individual whose values align with the values of the City's employees.

The Department of Public Works is responsible for delivering capital improvement projects for a wide variety of City facilities and infrastructure, maintaining City facilities and fleet assets, facilitating and regulating development activities, and providing animal care and services. The Department is committed to high-quality service, partnering with the community, and providing an excellent environment in which to work.

Position and Duties

This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this, or other divisions or departments. If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment.

The Department is recruiting to fill a Geographic Systems Specialist I/II (GSS I/II) position to support the GIS Section’s ongoing activities to maintain and enhance GIS production services; and activities to develop technology solutions that will maximize the delivery of City products and services. The individual selected for this position will work primarily in the production group of the GIS Section. Under the direction of a Senior Geographic Systems Specialist, the incumbent will perform the key responsibilities listed below.

Responsibilities include, but may not be limited to:

This GSS I/II position will perform GIS mapping/production services and, when directed, application development activities to develop and maintain GIS applications.

-Operate and maintain various types of GIS equipment including workstations, servers and plotters.
-Interpret recorded engineering plans to enter graphic and attribute data into GIS.
-Produce City map books through the use of ArcMap, and MapText or Maplex.
-Create and maintain GIS layers from resources such as engineering plans, assessor’s maps, and discrepancy reports using ArcMap editing tools.
-Improve GIS data quality by conducting research of record drawings and other documents, and performing ad-hoc queries and other methods to identify discrepancies or data quality problems.
-Respond to user requests for GIS data and other information following City protocol and using GIS tools such as FME and automated scripts for data conversion.
-Respond to requests for GIS analysis using various analysis tools and produce maps, charts, graphs, reports, infographics, and presentations as directed.
-Assist with troubleshooting problems encountered in GIS production work including QA/QC.
-Develop workflows and documentation for various GIS tasks.
-Develop GIS products such as maps and other geospatial products as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Any combination of training and experience equivalent to:

1. Education: A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Geographic Information Systems, Engineering, Computer Science, Earth or Physical Sciences, Geography, Urban Planning, or a closely related field.

2. Experience: GSS I: None. GSS II: One (1) year of increasingly responsible experience in Geographic Information Systems.

3. Acceptable Substitutions: (GSS I only) Additional two (2) years of directly related work experience may be substituted for up to a maximum of two (2) years of the education requirement on a year-for-year basis.

4. Employment Eligibility: Federal law requires all employees to provide verification of their eligibility to work in this country. Please be informed that the City of San Jose will not prepare or file a labor condition application with the Dept. of Labor.

To Learn More and Apply

To view the full announcement for this exciting opportunity and apply online with the City of San José, please visit the City of San José’s employment page by clicking on the link below.
Then click on the “Prospective Employees” link.

Salary:
Organization*:	City of San Jose
Department:	Public Works
Address*:	200 E. Santa Clara Street San Jose, CA 95113 United States
Contact Name:	Laura Black
Contact Email:	Laura.Black@sanjoseca.gov
Contact Phone Number:	408-975-1443
Contact Fax Number:	--
Website:	http://www.sanjoseca.gov/cityjobs

Cartographer/GIS Mapping Road Warrior (Western US)

Friday, April 26, 2013 12:23 PM | BAAMA Admin (Administrator)

Background

Deer Creek GIS mapping specialists provide onsite cartography, data management, networking, and systems support during major wildland fires and other emergency incidents across the American West.

Deer Creek is now accepting applications for GIS Systems Engineers for the 2013 wildfire season. Applicants must reside in CA, OR, or Utah. This is a call-when-needed position, with no guarantee of assignments or minimum term of employment. However, if we do have assignments, we work up 112 hours per week, and you can make good money.

Job Description
Successful applicants will operate Mobile GIS Mapping Support Modules on large wildfires, natural disasters, and other emergencies.

Tasks may include:
* Design and production of map atlases, briefing maps, and other large-format paper map products
* Development of GIS data products, satellite images, and other geospatial data products as requested
* Data management, file backup, GPS data conversions
* Towing generators and trailers, repairing equipment, ordering supplies, completing daily invoices
* Troubleshooting network and satellite internet problems, other IT tasks
* Providing GIS and cartography tech support, DJ'ing, and maintaining a cheerful and positive presence under non-negotiable deadlines.

This job usually requires setting up an enterprise-class computer network in an alfalfa field, fairgrounds, or meadow. Once you have this under control, you'll spend the next week or three meeting Madison Avenue ad-agency-type production deadlines, fixing generators by headlamp, bathing in a converted semi-trailer, and eating tough steaks with inmates in a big circus tent.

Requirements
THIS JOB DEMANDS TECHNICAL COMPETENCE AND ROCK SOLID CHARACTER!
IF YOU BULLSHIT YOUR WAY INTO THIS, YOU ARE GUARANTEED A VERY DIFFICULT AND UNPLEASANT EXPERIENCE!
However, if you enjoy producing under pressure as a member of a high-functioning organization, this job can be rewarding, fun, and addictive.

We are looking for GIS Gurus that can sleep in the dirt! Expert-level skills with ESRI ArcMap software are required, ArcInfo/GRID analysis experience, Autocad, and Python skills are desirable. If you don't know what a .prj file is, or can't write a world file from scratch, please don't apply. Also, this is a cartography job, so we expect to see a portfolio of your design work.

This job requires deadline-driven-dead-reckoning across choppy GIS seas - a diverse background is required. In addition to solid GIS/IT skills, we need people who can build a computer from parts, change a truck tire, or fix a broken plotter using common household items. Production volumes are high; latenight HP Plotter sweet-talking skills are essential. While a 4 year degree in resource management, geography, or forestry with coursework in GIS or Remote Sensing is preferred, 2 years of production GIS experience are required, and production cartography, large format printing, and design experience is a big plus. Wildfire or forestry experience and current wildfire qualifications are desirable. A large personal library of energetic and tolerable music is a plus.

All candidates will be required to complete a practical GIS skills test as part of the application process in order to assess technical ability.

Availability
Successful applicants must be available for 7 day assignments between June and October. Work is in 16 hour shifts for up to 14 days. Tent camping is required on many assignments, all travel expenses are paid by DCR. We are especially interested in hiring people who can be available on very short notice (within 6-12 hours) between July 15th and September 15th.

Responding to this Announcement
We are now hiring for the 2013 wildfire season, which usually kicks off in mid-June. All candidates may be subject to background checks, and this process can take some time. We will be scheduling interviews in early May, so if you are interested in this position, please apply as soon as possible!

Reply to zeke @ deercreekgis.com with a cover letter and current resume. Please include references.
Please include something in the subject line that lets us know that you are not a robot.
Please send examples of your cartography work!

Salary:	$20-25
Organization*:	Deer Creek GIS
Department:
Address*:	807 Moss Ave Chico, CA 95926 United States
Contact Name:
Contact Email:	zeke@deercreekgis.com
Contact Phone Number:	530-966-8186
Contact Fax Number:	--
Website:	http://deercreekgis.com

GIS Summer Intern

Wednesday, April 24, 2013 5:18 PM | BAAMA Admin (Administrator)

The Napa County Department of Planning, Building, and Environmental Services is seeking a qualified intern to assist the County’s GIS Consultant in the maintenance, development and application of the Department’s Geographic Information System (GIS) during the Spring/Summer of 2013.

Duties:
The GIS Intern will be responsible for working directly with the County’s GIS Consultant to maintain and update the environmental, land use, and agricultural datasets that are critical to the County’s planning process. The intern may also be responsible for special mapping projects as needs arise. Specific duties may include:

• Adding and editing features in GIS
• Adding and editing tabular data in GIS
• Maintaining and updating metadata
• Maintaining and updating GIS management records

Qualifications:

• Current or past enrollment in a degree or certificate program in GIS, geography, urban planning, or related field.
• Experience using ESRI ArcGIS software, including ArcMap and ArcCatalog.
• Familiarity with basic GIS concepts, including data creation and management, cartography, metadata creation, and spatial analysis.
• Must be able to work collaboratively with the GIS Consultant and other County Staff, as well as independently.
• The selected intern will be asked to keep a regular (part-time) schedule of office hours.

Compensation:
This internship is currently being offered as an unpaid, temporary position within the Napa County Department of Planning, Building, and Environmental Services.

How to respond:
Please provide a letter of interest and resume clearly demonstrating relevant GIS experience of the intern candidate. Responses should be emailed to Matt.Lamborn@countyofnapa.org by close of business on Friday, May 17, 2013. Any questions should also be emailed and will be responded to by email.

Salary:	0
Organization*:	Napa County Department of Planning, Building, and Environmental Services
Department:
Address*:	1195 Third Street, Second Floor Napa, CA 94559 United States
Contact Name:	Matt Lamborn
Contact Email:	matt.lamborn@countyofnapa.org
Contact Phone Number:	707-265-2326
Contact Fax Number:	--
Website:	http://www.countyofnapa.org/Pages/DepartmentContact.aspx?id=4294976884

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