GIS Urban Forestry S....
GIS Urban Forestry Specialist
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17-10-2023
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Job Description
Req ID : 2275697
This is a remote position.
PlanIT Geo, Inc. is a leading Software as a Service (SaaS) and Consulting Services company specializing in innovative solutions for urban forestry mapping and management. Our mission is to empower cities, governments, and other organizations with cutting-edge technology, data, and plans to ef ciently manage and improve the health and sustainability of urban forests.
We are seeking to ll a full-time specialist position with a candidate that has diverse interests, education, and experience in natural resources, forestry, planning, GIS, and other technology. Our ideal candidate is knowledgeable, passionate, innovative, adaptive, and a team player. They are task-oriented, results-driven, and work well under deadlines and pressure. This position requires someone who is analytical, loves data, has high attention to detail, and is well-written with excellent communication skills. You will help amplify our vision, Mapping a Greener Future , which drives us every day to provide high quality, mission-driven results and impact to our clients and the industry as a whole.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION:
Providing QA/QC of client data and GIS land cover data, data conversions, geoprocessing, spreadsheet summaries, creating maps and metadata, and assisting in project deliveries
Reviewing, editing, organizing, and processing GIS and environmental data from different sources including mapping data accuracy, image interpretation, and data development for urban land use/land cover classi cation data
Applying forestry, urban planning, and natural resource concepts in contribution to professional, technical reports including narratives, tables, maps, graphics, and background research.
Learning and applying new technologies to support production and reporting of urban tree canopy (UTC) assessment projects and related natural resource management projects
Ensuring quality delivery of all nal products per a proposal or scope of work
Creating and updating standard operating procedures and documentation
Provide GIS support to our Professional Services software tech support team
Communicating internally and externally with clients to gather technical requirements and develop/improve geospatial technology products
Equal Opportunity Statement:
PlanIT Geo is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusion and diversity. We take action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. At present we are only considering candidates resident in and legally authorized to work in the USA. Read our full policy here. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant here.
Requirements
DESIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES:
Natural resource and/or urban forest management principles and planning processes.Understanding and working experience with GIS raster and vector data including data management, conversion, editing, geoprocessing, modeling, cartographic production, and reporting.
Pro ciency in GIS desktop software including Esri ArcGIS, QGIS, and other open source GIS software.
Conceptual understanding of remotely-sensed data types (including satellite and aerial imagery and LiDAR data) and their uses and software platforms.
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing and establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, clients, and other industry professionals.
BENEFICIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES:
Bachelor s degree in geography, environmental science, urban forestry, computer science, or planning.
Interest in urban forestry, urban ecology, ecosystems, water/natural resources, or land use planning.
Experience with ArcGIS geoprocessing, ModelBuilder, i-Tree, QGIS, image processing software, or other open source tools for processing and analyzing remotely sensed data.
Scripting abilities in R and Python to perform complex spatial analysis and create engaging charts and graphics.
Knowledge of cartographic design and other design technologies such as Photoshop and InDesign.
Problem-solving skills with good attention to detail and the ability to think through and execute spatial analyses from beginning to end.
Strong technical writing skills to support various services, marketing activities, and proposal tasks.
Benefits
Candidates should expect to work up to 40 hours a week at a computer. We offer exible schedules and a remote work environment. This position includes company 401K with match, health insurance, HSA, paid holidays, unlimited paid time off, and performance bonus plan. If interested and quali ed, please submit a 1-page resume and 1-page cover letter with your application.
Required Education and Experience 3+ Years in geology, engineer, or scientific field related to the environmental or oil and gas industry. Bachelor's Degree in related field. Experience as a Geologist, Engineer or Scientist in the Environmental industry. Strong technical writing skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office. Strong time management skills. Must possess a strong communication ability with peers, management, and clients. Experience working with State Regulations and related entities. Must be a quick starter.
Employment Type
Full Time
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