ITAM SRP GIS Technician – Fort Wainwright, Alaska

Full job description: https://jobs.colostate.edu/postings/159313 
Apply by date for full consideration: 4/28/20025
Salary Range: $61,000 – $70,000

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/ 

A GIS Technician position is available at Fort Wainwright, Alaska with Colorado State University (CSU) and the Center for Environmental Management of Military Lands (CEMML). The position is located in Fairbanks, AK. Remote work is not allowed for this position.

The position will provide Sustainable Range Program (SRP) / Integrated Training Area Management (ITAM) GIS support for US Army Garrison (USAG) Alaska, specifically at Fort Wainwright. The position will work closely with Range Control and assist the ITAM SRP GIS coordinator located at Joint Base Elmendorf Richardson (JBER). Specific duties include updating and editing GIS data as needed, field data collection with GPS, and map creation and printing. The incumbent will also be responsible for ensuring the GIS data meets all data standards outlined by the US Army.

Fort Wainwright is located on the east side of Fairbanks, Alaska, and encompasses over 900,000 acres, including a main post area of 4,470 acres, 8,825 acres of ranges, and over 890,000 acres of military maneuver areas. Fairbanks is the second largest city in Alaska by population and hosts movie theaters, museums, parks, extensive hiking and biking paths, Alaska’s largest university, and numerous outdoor recreational activities.

Required Qualifications:

• Ability to work in-person at Fort Wainwright, Alaska. Remote work is not available with this position.
• B.S./B.A. degree from an accredited college or university in geography, Geographical information Systems (GIS), cartography, environmental science, or closely related field.
• A minimum of one (1) year of work experience in a relevant field is required.
• Experience with ESRI ArcGIS to include ArcGIS Pro Geographical Information Systems
• Experience with Global Positioning System (GPS) technologies.
• Experience with Microsoft Excel, Access, and other database management programs.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Be able to follow directions, work collaboratively with others as part of a team, and maintain safe and effective working standards.
• Ability to walk long distances on varying terrain in extreme weather conditions.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds repeatedly without assistance.
• Must have a valid driver’s license. A driver’s license must be maintained.
• The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the United States by the proposed start date. CEMML will not provide visa sponsorship for this position.

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.