Tuesday, February 7, 2012

[Wyoming GeoChat] State GIS Position

 
All,

Please read the following is you are interested in the Geospatial Technology Analyst position at the Wyoming Department of Transportation.



GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
This position analyzes, designs, implements and supports Geographic Information Systems (GIS) base
software, hardware and technical solutions for the purpose of providing essential geospatial solutions
in mission critical and public safety systems.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
• Analyze, create, update, maintain, interpret, map, provide technical assistance and user support
for geographic data used by WYDOT employees to do their jobs more efficiently.
• Maintain GIS layers, including state-wide Linear Referencing System (LRS) within an enterprise
GIS environment and conduct analyses of GIS data that support management goals for
Departmental-level initiatives.
• Apply standards and protocols to maintenance procedures; record metadata.
• Design and implement data and geodata layers integrating data validation and topology.
• Manage geodatabase versions and edit workflows.
• Design and produce quality cartographic products based on user requirements including mapping
products that clearly articulate the results of spatial analyses to various audiences.
• Enter land records into the geographic information system using various digitizing methods such
as COGO, a digitizing tablet, image registration, etc
• Create geodatabases that enhance digitizing efforts.
• Make GIS decisions concerning the type of projection to use, the topology rules to follow, etc.
• Create forms for others to fill out when new land information is found.
• Research and evaluate various data to determine ownership and location of lands.
• Analyze and interpret survey information for use in determining land location and ownership.
• Implement quality control (automated and manual) on databases and geodatabases to ensure
information is correct and accurate.
• Provide training and support to employees
• Assist and coordinate in the development of databases within the agency that meet the standards
set by agency, State, and federal mandates by using computer and various database software
programs.
• Evaluate, analyze, interpret and compose legal descriptions to construct scaled drawings to
determine shape and size of parcels to insure closure, accuracy and identify boundary conflicts.
• Produce maps for various agency personnel from information generated from agency information
and from various other agencies (BLM, Highway Dept. etc.) to show sales, exchanges,
ownership and other pertinent information.
• Maintain all spatial data pertinent to agency specialty, such as habitats, etc.
• Provides technical support for co-workers using geospatial mapping features.
• Attend various meetings dealing with the geospatial aspects of various topics.
• Maintains a working knowledge of specific related agency programs and related research.
• Participates at various levels of in-service training to maintain a high level of GIS expertise.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
• Knowledge of real estate terms, the ability to read plats, the ability to read legal descriptions and
• Knowledge of computer hardware and software troubleshooting techniques.
• Knowledge of theory, implementation, integration, and application of Geographic Information
• Knowledge of real estate terms, the ability to read plats, the ability to read legal descriptions and
legal documents.
• Knowledge of computer hardware and software troubleshooting techniques.
• Knowledge of theory, implementation, integration, and application of Geographic Information
Systems, geospatial technologies, and Global Positioning Systems.
• Skills in interpersonal relations as applied to contacts with both internal and external entities.


For more information or to apply online go to https://statejobs.state.wy.us/JobSearch.aspx?RecruitmentId=18646 or submit a State of Wyoming Employment Application to the Human Resource Division, Emerson Building, 2001 Capitol Avenue, Cheyenne, WY 82002-0060, Phone: (307)777-7188, Fax: (307)777-6562, along with transcripts of any relevant course work. The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities. No notice of eligibility will be sent to applicants who meet the minimum qualifications.



Brian Peel
Systems and Application Development Supervisor
Intelligent Transportation Systems and Geographic Information Systems
Wyoming Department of Transportation
brian.peel@wyo.gov
(307) 745-2146
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[Wyoming GeoChat] Web-based and On-site ArcGIS classes

 

Web-based ArcGIS Version 10 Classes:  Taught by Bruce Kessler

These are full, teacher led, multiple session classes. Click the Web link for more info.

 

2/13/2012     Using ModelBuilder v10 - $180

 

3/12/2012     Understanding and Using Python & ArcPy in ArcGIS 10 - $645

                                Takes the beginner into the realm of programming!

 

3/19/2012     ArcCatalog, GeoDatabases and Editing Simple Features - $180

New classes in red

 

On-site ArcGIS Version 10 Classes:  Taught by Bruce Kessler

Small, personal classes (no more than 14 and usually fewer), 8 hours per day

More information for on-site classes

 

3/6-7          Austin, TX            SDE for SQL Server Express v10 (2 days) $795

                                                        This class covers the basics of installing and using SDE: excellent for beginning users

 

4/23-25     Bismarck, ND       Introduction to ArcGIS Desktop 10 (3 days) $1195

                                                        Faster paced class than ESRI's ArcGIS I/II classes: excellent value!

 

4/26-27     Bismarck, ND       Powering Your GeoDatabase and ModelBuilder for Management/Analysis (2 days) $795

                                                        Gets you a long way into GeoDatabases and topology as well as introduces you to ModelBuilder

 

5/7-9          Anchorage, AK   Introduction to ArcGIS Desktop 10 (3 days) $1195

                                                        Faster paced class than ESRI's ArcGIS I/II classes: excellent value!

 

5/10-11      Anchorage, AK  Understanding and Using Python & ArcPy in ArcGIS 10 (2 days) $795

                                                         Takes the beginner into the realm of programming!

 

5/15-16      Anchorage, AK  Powering Your GeoDatabase and ModelBuilder for Management/Analysis (2 days) $795

                                                        Gets you a long way into GeoDatabases and topology as well as introduces you to ModelBuilder

New classes in red

*   Discounts available (see web pages for more information)

Would another presentation time or location be better for you? I'll teach most any time for web classes and any location for on-site – even internationally!

 

Why take a class from Bruce Kessler?

 

-    Classes feel "Custom"

-        Taught over 1200 people in the last five years

-        Helps students with their own data during and after class

-        Worked with ESRI for 12 years… he knows the ropes

-        He is a "DYNAMIC, KNOWLEDGEABLE" teacher. Look around Kessler GIS web pages for student and client comments.
        -    
25+ YEARS GIS EXPERIENCE – TEACHING, CONSULTING, PROJECT MANAGEMENT

 

Bruce Kessler, MS, GISP, CTT+

Pure GIS Service!

Kessler GIS

20414 W Baker Rd.

Cheney, WA 99004

+1 (509) 235-5500

www.kesslergis.com

 

Web, On-Site, and Custom classes available. Coaching provided for your convenience.

 

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[Wyoming GeoChat] Trihydro Job Posting

 

GIS Analyst – Laramie, WY

 

Trihydro has an opening in our GIS team in support of civil and environmental engineering projects. Applicants must be well organized, detail-oriented, and self-motivated with a BS in Geology, Environmental Science, Engineering or a closely related field and 2-5 years of professional experience in a GIS position.  Experience using ESRI Software for engineering, environmental, or petroleum project is preferred.

 

Desired skills will include the following:

·         ArcGIS 10 Desktop

·         ArcPad 10 with Application Studio

·         Spatial Analyst extension

·         ArcSDE disconnected editing

 

Responsibilities will include the following:

·         Data creation, collection, and editing

·         Spatial analysis

·         Data management

·         Spatial modeling

·         Geodatabase design and maintenance

·         Disconnected editing

·         Creation and management of metadata

·         Provide technical support for GIS users

 

This position will join and collaborate with a team of professionals including software developers, analysts, engineers, scientists, field technicians and project managers. Applicants must have excellent technical writing, communication, and computer skills. This position requires up to 25% travel. This is a full-time position with excellent benefits.  Apply at www.trihydro.com with application, resume, and cover letter.  Trihydro is an AA/EEO employer.

 

Thank You,

 

Jim

 

Jim Vanderweide
GIS Team Leader

IT Project Manager

 

OUR SAFETY IS MY RESPONSIBILITY

 

1252 Commerce Drive
Laramie, Wyoming 82070
307/745-7474 (phone)

307/760-5755 (mobile)
307/745-7729 (fax)
jvanderweide@trihydro.com


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