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GIS Technician - City of Springfield, OR
GIS Technician
City of Springfield, Oregon
Updates and maintains databases and GIS data sets; produces maps using AutoDesk and ESRI products. Requires two-year degree or equivalent, plus two years experience; four year degree in earth sciences preferred. $21.14 - $25.67/hour plus full benefits. AA/EOE
See website for requirements, description & to apply online: www.ci.springfield.or.us
TRANSPORTATION SYSTEMS MODEL AND DATA ENGINEER SUPERVISOR
TRANSPORTATION SYSTEMS MODEL AND DATA ENGINEER SUPERVISOR
Manatee County Government -Bradenton, Florida
Description: Plans, directs, and evaluates day-to-day projects and activities associated with transportation systems management functions to ensure effective and efficient functioning of the division, while maintaining conformance with pertinent laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures and standards.
Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related field with a minimum of six (6) years engineering experience related to Transportation Systems Management. Minimum of two years experience using FSUTMS or equivalent transportation modeling system OR - Bachelor’s degree in Urban Planning/GIS or related field with a minimum of eight (8) years experience related to Transportation Systems Management. (NOTE: Master’s degree in Urban Planning/GIS, or related field, may substitute for two (of the 8) years of required experience.) Minimum of four (4) years experience using FSUTMS or equivalent transportation modeling system.
GIScience Lab Supervisor
GIScience Lab Supervisor
Appalachian State University
NORTH CAROLINA, BOONE 28608
The Department of Geography and Planning seeks applications for a GIScience Lab Supervisor. Duties will include: supervising computer equipment and labs (system and network administration, ArcSDE database development and maintenance), teaching one introductory geotechniques lab course per semester, collaborating with faculty and students on research and service projects, and supervising student lab workers.
A master’s degree in geography, planning, or related field is required (minimum of 18 graduate credits in geography or planning).
Demographer
Demographer
Prince William County
Woodbridge, VA
Description: Prince William County Office of Information Technology invites bright, self-motivated individuals to apply for the position of Demographer. Join a premier staff of GIS professionals, and be "counted" as someone who makes a difference in the community.
Position No: 903673
Department: Information Technology
Location: Woodbridge, VA
Grade: 16
Salary: $56,687.28 - $90,699.70 / Year
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Entry Salary Range: $56,687.28 - $90,699.70 / Year
Requires: Thorough knowledge of demographic and economic principles, products and modeling techniques. Ability to analyze and compile technical and statistical information from a wide range of sources. Ability to utilize products within the ArcGIS software suite.
Apply online at www.pwcgov.org/jobs
2008 Student Paper Competition
Second Annual URISA Student Paper Competition
Winners Announced
URISA is pleased to announce the results of its Second Annual Student Paper Competition.
First Place Winner
Arjen Koekoek, Wageningen University - The Netherlands
THE POTENTIAL OF E-PARTICIPATION AS PLANNING SUPPORT SYSTEM
ABSTRACT
The increasing complexity of spatial planning issues and pressure from citizens to take part in designing and deciding on spatial plans result in a need for improved methods to aid communication between governmental actors and citizens. These developments put high demands on participatory Planning Support Systems (PSS); instruments that can aid planners in doing their planning tasks. By using the accessibility of the internet, e-participation offers opportunities as a PSS. Although many advantages are attributed to participatory PSS, its use in the planning practice remains marginal until now. It is argued here that this is partly caused by the lack of empirical studies that demonstrate potential benefits and problems when applying PSS. This paper provides guidelines for organizations that contemplate on using a participatory PSS. In order to do so, a framework is developed, identifying obstacles that could block effective participation in a PSS. Three planning processes are evaluated to investigate the importance of these obstacles. It is demonstrated that, although e-participation has potential as PSS, the lack of political will blocks effective participation and a more profound link between the citizen input and the decision-making is needed.
2008 Exemplary Systems in Government Winners
2008 Exemplary Systems in Government (ESIG) Winners Announced
URISA’s ESIG Awards recognize exceptional achievements in the application of information technology that have improved the delivery and quality of government services.
Enterprise Systems Category
Systems in this category are outstanding and working examples of using information systems technology in a multi-department environment as part of an integrated process. These systems exemplify effective use of technology yielding widespread improvements in the process(es) and/or service(s) involved and/or cost savings to the organization. This year, thirteen submissions were received for consideration within the Enterprise Systems category.
Programmer Analyst Supervisor (GIS) - Austin, TX
Programmer Analyst Supervisor (GIS)
City of Austin, Texas
Description:
Provide vision, leadership, technical expertise and supervision to an established team of experienced GIS programmers in the Enterprise GIS Services Division of the City of Austin's IT department.
Preferred Skills and Experience:
GIS application development using ESRI products (ArcSDE, ArcGIS 9.x, ArcGIS Engine, ArcObjects, ArcGIS Server). Database development using Oracle 9.x and above. SQL experience using C#.NET, VB.NET, ColdFusion, Java, JavaScript. Demonstrated success in managing GIS/IT projects (PMP certification preferred). Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Jobs - GIS Analyst
GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEMS (GIS) ANALYST
VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT, ILLINOIS
We seek a professional candidate for the position of GIS Analyst within the Village's Public Works Department. This full time position works under the Director of Public Works and assists in the development, and management of the Village’s geographic information system. Provides technical expertise in GIS development, implementation, and maintenance and is proficient in the operation and use of ArcGIS and ArcIMS. Provides user training and support and documents user procedures.
Qualified candidates will have considerable knowledge of geo-processing and mapping, including cartographic procedures and knowledge of technical mathematics; extensive knowledge of ESRI ArcGIS, ArcView, ArcMAP, and ArcIMS GIS products; advanced knowledge of SQL relational database design, development, and management; knowledge of Visual Basic.NET and Crystal Reports; familiarity with land surveying practices; ability to document procedures and provide training for end users; skills to communicate technical and non-technical information effectively; ability to successfully coordinate activities with others; ability to efficiently utilize Windows - based software products.
Jobs - GIS Analyst
GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEMS (GIS) ANALYST
VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT, ILLINOIS
We seek a professional candidate for the position of GIS Analyst within the Village's Public Works Department. This full time position works under the Director of Public Works and assists in the development, and management of the Village’s geographic information system. Provides technical expertise in GIS development, implementation, and maintenance and is proficient in the operation and use of ArcGIS and ArcIMS. Provides user training and support and documents user procedures.
Qualified candidates will have considerable knowledge of geo-processing and mapping, including cartographic procedures and knowledge of technical mathematics; extensive knowledge of ESRI ArcGIS, ArcView, ArcMAP, and ArcIMS GIS products; advanced knowledge of SQL relational database design, development, and management; knowledge of Visual Basic.NET and Crystal Reports; familiarity with land surveying practices; ability to document procedures and provide training for end users; skills to communicate technical and non-technical information effectively; ability to successfully coordinate activities with others; ability to efficiently utilize Windows - based software products.
