Opportunities
GIS Summer Research Assistant
Job Description
The Foothills Research Institute (FRI), with its office located in Hinton, Alberta, is seeking a motivated individual to be part of the Willmore Wilderness Research Project and the Foothills Research Institute GIS Program. If you would like to join a dynamic and innovative team and live in the foothills near a national park for the summer, this job is for you! Reporting to the FRI GIS Coordinator, the incumbent will support the Willmore Wilderness Project by providing project assistance including wilderness field work, setting up and managing technical equipment, forming relationships with park users, directing & collecting surveys, and data entry. When not working on the Willmore Project, the incumbent will work on FRI GIS Program tasks and projects. Some of these projects will include the maintenance of datasets, handling data requests, database management, spatial analysis, cartography, training and technical support to staff and program partners. The position requires both field and office skills, therefore we are seeking candidates that are dynamic and flexible.
Additional information on the FRI and associated program areas can be found at: http://foothillsresearchinstitute.ca/pages/home/Default.aspx
Knowledge and Skills
o Experience in ArcGIS 9.x software pertaining to natural resource based research.
o Experience using Python/Model Builder would be an asset.
o Enthusiastic and motivated to enhance and learn new GIS skills.
o Experience in Microsoft Access and Excel.
o Perform tedious data entry.
o Familiarity with GPS units and technology and a keenness to potentially learn how to use and manage other field equipment and gadgets.
o Field work may be conducted in wilderness settings. Wilderness experience is preferred and sensible backcountry judgment is critical.
o Ability to deal with potentially stressful situations such as insects, bears, and time in the office is a must.
o Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
o Ability to meet multiple deadlines and the balancing of multiple priorities.
o Strong oral, written, and electronic communication skills.
Qualifications
o Minimum 6 months work experience or working knowledge of ESRI software, especially ArcInfo, ArcGIS 9.x software.
o Proficient with either Microsoft Excel or Microsoft Access software.
o Between 15 and 30 years of age (inclusive).
o Can be returning to school or a post-secondary graduate (can be a prior certificate, degree, or diploma etc.) within the past 2 years.
o Legally entitled to work in Canada.
o Not in receipt of Employment Insurance (EI) benefits.
Employment Term - May 1 to August 30, 2010
Salary
Commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications (estimated range between $2200 - $2500/month)
Application Procedure
Qualified applicants are invited to submit their cover letter and resume electronically (with subject line: Summer Research Assistant)
Questions in relation to the position may be directed to the Foothills Research Institute GIS Coordinator at 780-865-8290.
Please note: accommodations will be the responsibility of the successful applicant. This position will require travel and there is the potential of working weekends.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
| Date Posted: | | February 24, 2010 |
| Closing Date: | | March 12, 2010 |
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| Contact: | | Debbie Mucha, GIS Program Lead |
| Phone: | | 780.865 8290 |
| Fax: | | 780.865 8331 |
| Email: | | debbie.mucha@gov.ab.ca |
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| Address: | | Foothills Research Institute
Attn: GIS Coordinator
PO Box 6330
Hinton Alberta Canada
T7V 1X6 |
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