Position Summary
A GIS Technician position is available at Donnelly Training Area, Alaska with Colorado State University (CSU) and the Center for Environmental Management of Military Lands (CEMML). The position is located in Delta Junction, AK. Remote work is not allowed for this position.
The position will provide Sustainable Range Program (SRP) / Integrated Training Area Management (ITAM) GIS support for US Army Garrison (USAG) Alaska, specifically at Donnelly Training Area and Fort Wainwright. The position will work closely with Range Control and assist the ITAM GIS coordinator located at Joint Base Elmendorf Richardson (JBER).
Specific duties include updating and editing GIS data as needed, field data collection with GPS, and map creation and printing. The incumbent will also be responsible for ensuring the GIS data meets all data standards outlined by the US Army.
Required Job Qualifications
Ability to work in-person at the Donnelly Training Area office, near Delta Junction, Alaska
B.S./B.A. degree from an accredited college or university in geography, Geographical Information Systems (GIS), cartography, environmental science, or closely related field.
A minimum of one (1) year of work experience in a relevant field is required.
Experience with ESRI ArcGIS to include ArcGIS Pro Geographical Information Systems
Experience with Global Positioning System (GPS) technologies.
Experience and with Microsoft Excel, Access, and other database management programs.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Ability to walk long distances on varying terrain in extreme weather conditions.
Ability to lift up to 40 pounds repeatedly without assistance.
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; CEMML will not provide visa sponsorship for this position.
Preferred Job Qualifications
Experience working on military lands
Knowledge of SDSFIE (Spatial Data Standards for Facilities Infrastructure and Environment) and other federal GIS data standards.
Working knowledge and experience with the military and related work experience with the Department of Army, particularly in the Sustainable Range component
Demonstrated knowledge of ERDAS software
Experience with rectified aerial photography
Demonstrated skills in GIS mapping, data collection, and database development
Knowledge of Enterprise GIS systems
Demonstrated experience working with GIS applications in facilities management, natural resources management, and digital cartography
Duty/Responsibility
Provide geospatial analysis and cartographic support to Range Operations, including map and data requests and supporting other ArcGIS software users.
Gather and create geospatial data and perform geospatial analysis to support Range Modernization.
Provide SRPGIS support for unit training. Develop, maintain, and update Military Installation Maps (MIMs) with the required geospatial data layers in accordance with MIM Production Guidance Documentation (MPGD) to support mission requirements.
Develop, update, manage, report, and maintain the DAMO-TRS (SRP) proponent SDSFIE Army Adaptation geospatial data layers in accordance with the DAMO-TRSSRP geospatial Data Development Strategy, the SRP geospatial data Quality Assurance Plans (QAPs), and the SDSFIE Army Adaptation.
Build and maintain SRP Geospatial Data in support of Army Strategy—includes development, maintenance, upgrade, reporting, and QA corrections for all SRP proponent data layers in compliance with Army Strategy and Command Geospatial.
Develop, update, and manage SRP proponent geospatial data layers to support Range Operations, Range Modernization, and ITAM. Includes development to achieve SRP Geospatial Data Strategy standards, RCMP mapping requirements, and range charrettes, and Military Installation Map (MIM).
Tracks project for monthly/quarterly reports. Adhere explicitly to all reporting standards and timelines.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications in the announcement to be considered for hire. Apply no later than July 15, 2024 for full consideration. Mailed or emailed applications will not be accepted.Upload each of the items below individually as a Word Document (.doc), PDF (.pdf), or Rich Text Format (.rtf). Please note that incomplete applications cannot be considered. Please remove social security numbers and birth dates from application materials. A complete application consists of:
Statement of Qualifications (one-page letter addressing each qualification described in the announcement) uploaded in the ‘Cover Letter’ slot.
Resume
Transcripts (for each degree earned that is listed under qualifications) uploaded in the ‘Official Transcripts’ or ‘Unofficial Transcripts’ slot.
Degree Conferral (copy of diploma if transcripts do not include confirmation that degree was awarded) uploaded in the ‘Other’ slot.
References – please include within your application contact information for 3 professional references including at least one supervisor. References will not be contacted without prior notification to candidates.
CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact.