Salary: $4,865.00 - $6,539.00 Monthly Location : Thurston County - Olympia, WA Job Type: Project (limited duration) Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid Job Number: 2024-12788 Department: Dept. of Fish and Wildlife Opening Date: 11/07/2024 Closing Date: 11/21/2024 11:59 PM Pacific Description Working Title- GIS & Imagery Analyst Classification- Cartographer 3 Job Status- Full-Time/Project Appointment Length- 6.5 Months - December 16, 2024 - June 30, 2025. Possibility to extend project beyond stated date if additional funding is received. WDFW Program- Habitat Program - Administration Division Duty Station- Olympia, Washington - Thurston County Although this is a hybrid opportunity, the successful incumbent must reside within the State of Washington and must be available to report to the duty station located in Olympia, Washington as needed. The selected candidate may be able to telework/work remotely up to 4 days per week at the discretion of the supervisor. Learn more about being a member of Team WDFW Photo Caption - Cabin Creek - Photo Credit: Alan Bauer This is an opportunity to provide remote sensing and GIS support for the Habitat Program, particularly in land cover and land cover change mapping as part of the (HRCD) team. With your geospatial and technical skills, you will be directly involved in creating and quality checking data using automation, visual assessment, and vector & raster GIS analysis. You are excited to join a collaborative team which produces accurate data used in the monitoring and assessment of fish and wildlife habitats throughout Washington, particularly riparian areas. WHAT TO EXPECT Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, this position will: Change detection data creation, research, and image analysis. Image analysis and interpretation: Perform accuracy assessment for change detection model results; utilizes custom software developed by WDFW to review image sets and attribute them with predefined change categories. Image sets consist of aerial imagery similar to Google Earth imagery, at multiple time periods. This task includes classifying random samples as well as verifying classified samples. This task requires consistent attention to detail and the ability to discriminate subtle differences in imagery. Apply existing protocols to assess change and notes weaknesses or bias in protocols. Participate in change detection and land cover team review process for updating and improving methods for the High-Resolution Change Detection project. Maintain a high level of accuracy when engaged in repetitive inspection of similar landscapes. Provide meaningful contributions towards the ongoing integrity and development of the protocols used to assess data. Document accuracy assessment procedures. GIS Tasks. Use critical thinking and problem-solving skills to identify, assess and visualize new change dynamics or systematic land cover mapping anomalies. Utilize GIS and remote sensing knowledge with ArcGIS Pro to develop and perform analysis tasks such as reprojecting, clipping, joining data, summarizing, and buffering data. Maintain metadata for project products. Make occasional maps for presentation, print distribution, and website. Land cover data creation. Utilize ArcGIS Pro to develop classified maps from statistically derived unlabeled classes. Perform classification of vegetation and shadow features in high resolution imagery from unsupervised classification. This task involves assigning unique identified raster classes into a predefined classification system. This task also includes generating land cover training points using a separate classification system designed for the HRCD project. Feature delineation: utilize the eCognition segmentation software to design, compile and produce land cover delineations and manually classify areas of interest by recognizing different land cover types in aerial imagery. Apply QAQC protocols to newly created landcover data. This includes thinking critically to identify unknown issues and investigate the root cause. Maintain externally facing resources. Maintain Esri Hub Site to reflect current data standards and data availability. Create and update user guides, manuals, and tutorials for data users to increase usability of the data. Working Conditions: Work setting: Work is primarily performed in an office setting. Schedule: Typically, Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM. Flexible schedules are available at the discretion of the supervisor. QUALIFICATIONS: Required Qualifications: A bachelor's degree with coursework in cartography, geography, photogrammetry, geographic information systems (GIS), computer sciences, remote sensing, natural resources, or closely related field. And One (1) year of professional geographic information systems (GIS), cartographic production, and/or remote sensing experience. Please note: Closely related qualifying experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-by-year basis. Additional years of education in Geographic Information Systems or Cartography may substitute for the required experience. Knowledge of: Principles of GIS analysis. Land cover mapping. Aerial image interpretation. Statistical accuracy. Preferred Qualifications: In addition to the required qualifications, our ideal applicant will possess some or all the following: Job knowledge and experience: • Knowledge of geospatial technologies in riparian area / natural resource management. • Experience creating, editing, and managing spatial data (raster and vector). • Ability to develop and employ Python and/or ModelBuilder for automating ArcGIS Pro tasks. • Knowledge of remote sensing processes, concepts, and image processing software (I.e., ERDAS Imagine). Your application should include the following: A completed online application. An up-to-date resume (chronological preferred) showcasing how your qualifications align with the job requirements. A cover letter detailing your interest in the position, your relevant skills and experience, and why you are the ideal candidate. At least three (3) professional references with current contact information. 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Therefore, we want to ensure that all individuals feel welcome, are treated fairly and respectfully. All staff are empowered to fully contribute to serving their work unit, Agency, and the citizens of Washington. The Department of Fish and Wildlife is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation and gender identity diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, disabled and Vietnam era veterans and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply. Request an accommodation: Persons needing accommodation in the application process or this announcement in an alternative format please contact Jayme Chase by phone 360-902-2278 or email , or the Telecommunications Device for the Deaf (TDD) at 800-833-6388. 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Military Leave Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year. Bereavement Leave Most employees whose family member or household member dies, are entitled to three (3) days of paid bereavement leave. In addition, the employer may approve other available leave types for the purpose of bereavement leave. Additional Leave Leave Sharing Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) Leave Without Pay Please visit the State HR Website for more detailed information regarding benefits. Updated 12-31-2022 01 Please select the option below that best describes the highest level of education you have completed. High School Diploma/GED. Some College. Vocational Degree or Certificate. Associate's Degree. Bachelor's Degree. Master's Degree. Ph.D. None of the above. 02 What is your major area of study? If you possess multiple degrees, please list each degree and major. (If this does not apply to you, please put N/A.) This includes both vocational and college education. 03 Select the option below that best describes your professional geographic information systems (GIS), cartographic production, and/or remote sensing experience. I do not have this experience. I have less than 1 year of this experience. I have between 1 year and 2 years of this experience. I have between 2 years and 3 years of this experience. I have between 3 years and 4 years of this experience. I have between 4 years and 5 years of this experience. I have 5 years or more of this experience. 04 Please briefly list where you gained your professional geographic information systems (GIS), cartographic production, and/or remote sensing experience. Your answer should be reflected in the work history section of your application. If you do not have this experience, enter "N/A" in the box below. Do not write "See application/resume/cover letter" as those are not valid responses. 05 Please briefly describe your experience creating, editing, and managing spatial data (raster and vector). Your answer should be reflected in the work history section of your application. If you do not have this experience, enter "N/A" in the box below. Do not write "See application/resume/cover letter" as those are not valid responses. 06 Do you have work experience with aerial image interpretation? Yes No 07 Do you have work experience with land cover mapping? Yes No 08 Please briefly describe your experience working with natural resource data. Your answer should be reflected in the work history section of your application. If you do not have this experience, enter "N/A" in the box below. Do not write "See application/resume/cover letter" as those are not valid responses. 09 Please select the option below that best describes your experience developing and employing Python and/or ModelBuilder for automatic ArcGIS Pro tasks. I do not have this experience. I have less than 1 year of this experience. I have between 1 year and 2 years of this experience. I have between 2 years and 3 years of this experience. I have 3 years or more of this experience. 10 How did you hear about this job posting? (Select all that apply). American Fisheries Society (AFS) Careers.wa.gov Community Based Organization Community/Technical College Conservation Job Board El Informador Facebook Four W's Fishing Team, LLC - Willard Franklin III, LinkedIn Handshake Hiring Event/Workshop Indeed.com Job Board Job Fair LinkedIn Newspaper Other Other State Agency Other Website Professional Association Society of American Foresters (SAF) Texas A&M Twitter University Job Board UW College of the Environment WDFW Employee WDFW Recruiter WDFW Website Word of Mouth WorkSource 11 Tell us more - kindly share which website, organization, person, or other source led you to this job posting. 12 Are you currently a permanent employee of the Department of Fish and Wildlife? ("Permanent employee" means an employee who has attained permanent status in a job classification upon successful completion of a probationary, trial service, or transition review period; this would include "Seasonal Career" appointments). Yes No Required Question
