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Position Location
Fort Walker, VA
Work Location
Position is fully in-office/in-person
Research Professional Position
Posting Number
202500466AP
Position Type
Admin Professional/ Research Professional
Classification Title
Prof/Indiv Contrib II
Number of Vacancies
1
Work Hours/Week
40
Proposed Annual Salary Range
$65,000 - $72,000
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Desired Start Date
Position End Date (if temporary)
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on
04/14/2025
Description of Work Unit
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, leaving a legacy of science-based decisions that sustain our resources for future generations.
LOCATION
Fort Walker is a United States Army installation located in Caroline County, VA.
Position Summary
The GIS Analyst position provides support to Fort Walker, VA. The candidate will manage SRP/ITAM GIS data for the Army. This will include creating, managing, updating, and editing the geospatial data as needed. The Candidate will conduct fieldwork to ground-truth data and support other SRP functions. This may require working in inclement weather such as heat and humidity, or cold and rain. The candidate will also be responsible for ensuring the GIS data meets all geospatial data standards outlined by the Army.
Required Job Qualifications
- BS/BA degree from an accredited college or university in a relevant field (e.g., geography, cartography, Geographic Information Science, environmental science, etc.).
- At least three years of work experience in a relevant field is required.
- Experience with Geographical Information System and Global Positioning System technologies, and with Microsoft Excel and Access database management.
- Working knowledge and experience with the military and related work experience with the Department of Army, particularly in the Sustainable Range component.
- Knowledge of SDSFIE and other federal GIS data standards.
- Ability to work in inclement weather such as heat and humidity, or cold and rain.
- Must have a valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain a driver’s license by the 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
- MS/MA degree from an accredited college or university in a relevant field (e.g. geography, cartography, Geographic Information Science, environmental science, etc.).
- Experience with creating and distributing informational products.
- Experience providing subject matter expertise to an ACOM, ASCC, and/or a Direct Reporting Unit (DRU) with RCMP-T related tasks as demonstrated in past performance.
- Experience working on public lands with multiple land management and regulatory agencies.
- Demonstrated work experience with land rehabilitation and maintenance.
- Experience with operating All-Terrain Vehicles and light to heavy equipment.
Essential Duties
Job Duty Category
Geodatabase Management
Duty/Responsibility
- data development and data maintenance for all Sustainable Range Program GIS data.
- ensure all data is maintained to SDSFIE standards, metadata meets project requirements and passes Quality Control checks as well as spatial accuracy.
Percentage Of Time
35
Job Duty Category
GIS Support / Subject Matter Expert (SME)
Duty/Responsibility
(1) Provide geospatial analysis and cartographic support to ITAM and Range Operations.
(2) Gather and create geospatial data and perform geospatial analysis to support Range Modernization.
(3) Provide SRP GIS 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.
(4) Develop, update, manage, report, and maintain the DAMO-TRS (SRP) proponent SDSFIE Army Adaptation geospatial data layers in accordance with the DAMO-TRS SRP geospatial Data Development Strategy, the SRP geospatial data Quality Assurance Plans (QAPs), and the SDSFIE Army Adaptation.
(5) Conduct field surveys and measurements as needed to support data and SRP field operations. (6) Provide general SRP Program GIS management including GIS-related software updates/requirements, hardware replacement/requirements, supplies, imagery acquisition requirements, and travel/training needs for SRP GIS staff.
(7) 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.
(8) 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).
(2) Gather and create geospatial data and perform geospatial analysis to support Range Modernization.
(3) Provide SRP GIS 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.
(4) Develop, update, manage, report, and maintain the DAMO-TRS (SRP) proponent SDSFIE Army Adaptation geospatial data layers in accordance with the DAMO-TRS SRP geospatial Data Development Strategy, the SRP geospatial data Quality Assurance Plans (QAPs), and the SDSFIE Army Adaptation.
(5) Conduct field surveys and measurements as needed to support data and SRP field operations. (6) Provide general SRP Program GIS management including GIS-related software updates/requirements, hardware replacement/requirements, supplies, imagery acquisition requirements, and travel/training needs for SRP GIS staff.
(7) 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.
(8) 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).
Percentage Of Time
30
Job Duty Category
Consultation
Duty/Responsibility
The GIS Analyst will engage with Installation Program Managers and staff at all supported bases on a routine basis, including but not limited to reviewing data and providing status updates.
Percentage Of Time
15
Job Duty Category
Data Collection
Duty/Responsibility
The GIS Analyst will be responsible for the collection and evaluation of existing spatial data from disparate sources. The successful candidate will perform field data collection using GPS, orthorectification of aerial photography, and digitizing features from imagery.
Percentage Of Time
10
Job Duty Category
Reporting
Duty/Responsibility
The GIS Analyst will be responsible for monthly reporting requirements.
Percentage Of Time
10
Application Details
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References will not be contacted without prior notification to candidates. Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.
References will not be contacted without prior notification to candidates. Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.
Conditions of Employment
Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires), Valid Driver’s License, Special Requirements/Other - Candidate must be able to comply with all applicable regulations to obtain a Common Access Card (CAC). Furthermore, candidates are required, at a minimum, to complete a NACI/SF85 and successfully pass a Federal Background Check to remain eligible for empl
Search Contact
Logan.Hants@colostate.edu
EEO
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Salary : $65,000 - $72,000
