GIS Project Coordinator
Full Time
Remote
$60,000 - $72,000 a year
Posted
Job description
The New Mexico Forest and Watershed Restoration Institute (FWRI) is seeking a Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Project Coordinator to aid in forestry and wildfire mapping applications. The FWRI provides technical assistance and practical knowledge in forest and woodland restoration to reduce the threat of catastrophic wildfire and restore healthy and sustainable forested ecosystems across New Mexico and the Interior west. The FWRI is one of three Southwest Ecological Restoration Institutes (SWERI) and this position will support a multi-year, national project funded through the bipartisan “Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act” (IIJA) of 2021 working closely with the other SWERI. The program of work, as specified in the IIJA, includes compiling and managing geospatial data for federally funded fuels treatment projects and wildfires occurring across jurisdictions; coordinating and facilitating use of these data in assessing, planning, and monitoring fuel treatment interactions with wildfires; and reporting fuel treatment effectiveness to Congress and affected entities. The specific language authorizing the SWERI for this project in the IIJA and more information can be viewed
here.
This position supports the GIS component of the ReShape project, more information can be found here.
Duties and Responsibilities
This position supports the GIS component of the ReShape project, more information can be found here.
- Plans, coordinates and attends regular meetings and other events that support the project’s mission, including presenting to partners and the public.
- Assembles reports and materials needed for grant reporting, assists with writing and research for white paper development.
- Works with GIS contractors and monitor performance.
- Collaborates with a diverse team and partners to coordinate data sharing, integration, and publishing of spatial databases.
- Represents the Institute and Interact with federal/state agency personnel to facilitate goals of the project.
- Work with SWERI IIJA GIS Project assisting in compiling and managing national geospatial data for federally funded fuels treatment projects and wildfires occurring across jurisdictions; coordinating and facilitating use of these data in assessing, planning, and monitoring fuel treatment.
- Responsible for working in a team environment and working with deadlines.
- Travels to meet with federal and state partners, be representative of FWRI and the SWERI/s
- Monitors data quality and makes recommendations for improvement as needed
- Coordinates and follows up on feedback from the public on published datasets
- Help determine vision and development of interactive web tools to engage with the vegetation treatment database
- Help develop outreach and training materials such as creating ArcGIS Story Maps to communicate issues and activities related to the project.
- Assist GIS Specialist and Data Manager as necessary.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION
: Bachelor’s Degree in Geography, GIS, Remote Sensing, Forestry or Related Field
EXPERIENCE
: 4 years’ experience working with ESRI software and 2 years’ experience coordinating GIS projects.
Preferred Qualifications
EDUCATION
: Master’s Degree in Geography, GIS, Remote Sensing, Forestry or Related Field
EXPERIENCE
: More than 4 years’ experience working with ESRI software and 4 years’ experience coordinating projects.
Special Conditions for Eligibility
Must have a flexible schedule, travel is required.
Must have a state issued driver’s license.
Continued employment is contingent on grant funding
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Advanced experience using ESRI ArcGIS software, ArcGIS Online and/or other related GIS software packages.
- Experience in designing, developing, and maintaining ESRI Geodatabases to include managing data quality control workflows and creating and editing metadata
- Experience coordinating GIS projects.
- Ability to multi-task and independently prioritize workload.
- Education and/or work experience in fields applicable to natural resource management.
- Represents the office and university in a professional manner.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and written. Knowledge of technical writing techniques.
- Ability to work independently
Sitting: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Frequently
Standing: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Frequently
Walking:. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Frequently
Bending:. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Occasionally
Squatting:. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Occasionally
Climbing:. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Occasionally
Kneeling:. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Occasionally
Lifting up to 20 pounds:. . . . . . . . . . . . . Occasionally
Lifting greater than 20 pounds:. . . . . . . Seldom
Working Environment
Standing: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Frequently
Walking:. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Frequently
Bending:. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Occasionally
Squatting:. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Occasionally
Climbing:. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Occasionally
Kneeling:. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Occasionally
Lifting up to 20 pounds:. . . . . . . . . . . . . Occasionally
Lifting greater than 20 pounds:. . . . . . . Seldom
The New Mexico Forest and Watershed Restoration Institute is located at New Mexico Highlands University. The candidate must be willing to live in Central or Northern New Mexico. The possibility for remote or hybrid work combining office and telework exists, if appropriate
The mission of the FWRI is to promote practices that advance adaptive management, reduce the risk of catastrophic wildfire and improve ecosystem function. This position complements FWRI expertise in monitoring, geospatial information systems, collaboration, outreach and ecological restoration. The FWRI is one of three Southwest Ecological Restoration Institutes (SWERI), with partner institutes in Arizona and Colorado, and collaborates in the Forest Restoration Triangle (FORT) with the NMHU Forestry Department, the only SAF-accredited forestry department in New Mexico, and with the New Mexico State University John T. Harrington Lab in Mora, NM.
The FWRI is located on the campus of Highlands University in historic Las Vegas, NM. Highlands University, a Hispanic Serving Institution, offers a comprehensive education to a diverse student body, and Highlands faculty are actively involved in research, service and outreach. Las Vegas is located at the foot of the picturesque Sangre de Cristo Mountains, and offers small-town charm, a healthy environment and abundant year-round outdoor recreation opportunities in nearby national forests, state parks, and wildlife refuges. Santa Fe, New Mexico’s capital, is an easy 60-minute drive to the west, and Taos and Albuquerque can be reached in less than two hours.
Pay Rate 60,000 - 72,000 Work Location/Campus Center Remote EEO Statement
The mission of the FWRI is to promote practices that advance adaptive management, reduce the risk of catastrophic wildfire and improve ecosystem function. This position complements FWRI expertise in monitoring, geospatial information systems, collaboration, outreach and ecological restoration. The FWRI is one of three Southwest Ecological Restoration Institutes (SWERI), with partner institutes in Arizona and Colorado, and collaborates in the Forest Restoration Triangle (FORT) with the NMHU Forestry Department, the only SAF-accredited forestry department in New Mexico, and with the New Mexico State University John T. Harrington Lab in Mora, NM.
The FWRI is located on the campus of Highlands University in historic Las Vegas, NM. Highlands University, a Hispanic Serving Institution, offers a comprehensive education to a diverse student body, and Highlands faculty are actively involved in research, service and outreach. Las Vegas is located at the foot of the picturesque Sangre de Cristo Mountains, and offers small-town charm, a healthy environment and abundant year-round outdoor recreation opportunities in nearby national forests, state parks, and wildlife refuges. Santa Fe, New Mexico’s capital, is an easy 60-minute drive to the west, and Taos and Albuquerque can be reached in less than two hours.
New Mexico Highlands University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. We are committed to the University values of diversity, accessibility, excellence, and responsiveness.
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For disabled access or services call 505-454-3242 or email hr@nmhu.edu
Visit the link below for more information regarding affirmative action and equal opportunity:
Equal Employment Opportunity is THE LAW
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
AS730P
Open Date
04/27/2023
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Special Instructions to Applicant
Applicants must submit 1) a letter of interest, detailing compliance with minimum and preferred job requirements and describing work experience and suitability for this position; 2) a CV or resume; 3) the names and contact information for three professional references; 4) unofficial transcripts for all higher education completed or in progress. (5) Provide two examples of completed GIS projects (such as links to web maps, story maps, static maps, custom applications, or GIS Training materials). In addition, applicants must complete the NMHU Employment Application. References will be contacted in conjunction with interviews.
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