SRP GIS Specialist

Company: Colorado State University – Center for Environmental Management of Military Lands
Title: SRP GIS Specialist- Fort Hunter Liggett, CA
Location: Fort Hunter Liggett, CA
Full job description: https://jobs.colostate.edu/postings/153819
Apply by date for full consideration: 12/16/2024
Salary Range: $62,000 – $72,000

Position Summary:

CEMML is a research, education, and service unit within the Warner College of Natural Resources at Colorado State University (CSU). CEMML applies the latest and most appropriate science to promote the sustainable management of natural and cultural resources on Department of Defense (DoD) and other public lands. We provide technical support, conduct applied research, and offer career development and learning opportunities to support resource stewardship. We collaborate with our sponsors and within CSU to resolve complex environmental issues.

To learn more about CEMML’s contributions to land management, our mission, vision, and values, visit http://www.cemml.colostate.edu/

The Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Specialist assigned to Fort Hunter Liggett will support the U.S. Army Sustainable Range Program (SRP) and Integrated Training Area Management (ITAM) program. The programs help minimize environmental impacts associated with military training, document conditions on the installation, and promote sustainable training conditions at the base. The position coordinates with other ITAM components, military elements, and environmental offices.

The position develops and manages GIS data, performs analyses, and develops maps and other products to support the FHL ITAM program and military training planning and activities. The program aims to support military training while minimizing impacts to sensitive resources and promoting sustainable use of training lands. The position occasionally collects field data in support of the program and coordinates with other ITAM components, military elements, and environmental offices to develop products and support their needs. Day-to-day direction is provided by the FHL ITAM Program Manager.

The position is located at Fort Hunter Liggett in the central coast region of California. The base is approximately 30 minutes southwest of King City, and 45 minutes northwest of Paso Robles. Fort Hunter Liggett is an approximately 162,000-acre United States Army Reserve installation located in Monterey County, California. The installation is in the Santa Lucia Mountain Range of the outer South Coast Mountain ranges. Installation lands include annual and perennial grasslands, oak savannas and woodlands, mixed evergreen forest, coastal scrub and chaparral depending on the elevation and land history.

The position requires on-site presence at Fort Hunter Liggett offices. Occasional telework for personal reasons may be possible.

The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States by proposed start date. CEMML will not provide visa sponsorship for this position.

Required Qualifications:    

• Bachelor’s degree in geography, environmental studies, natural resources or related field with an emphasis in GIS.
• A minimum of two years of professional experience where GIS was the primary duty.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience with ArcGIS and/or ArcPro software and extensions, geospatial data and database development.
• Demonstrated experience with digital cartography and applying GIS to natural resources or environmental planning.
• Experience with PC software environment and using Microsoft Office applications such as MSWord, Excel, Access and Outlook.
• Ability to work outdoors for surveys and data collection in variable terrain and weather conditions.
• 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 United States by proposed start date. CEMML will not provide visa sponsorship for this position.
• The position is not eligible for telecommuting/remote working. The RTLA specialist must work on-site at FHL. Occasional telework may be approved as needed.

Employee Benefits:

Colorado State University (CSU) is committed to providing employees with a strong and competitive benefits package that supports you, your health, and your family. Visit CSU’s Human Resources website for detailed benefit plan information for permanent full-time and part-time faculty and administrative professional employees in the following University benefit areas: https://hr.colostate.edu/hr-community-and-supervisors/benefits/benefits-eligibility/ & https://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/our-perks/.

Colorado State University conducts background checks on all final candidates.

CSU is an EO/EA/AA employer.