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Description
Sapphos Environmental, Inc., an environmental consulting firm, has an opening for a GIS anaylst in our Pasadena, California office. Sapphos Environmental, Inc. is looking for a person to work in a friendly, fast-paced environment on a broad range of ongoing and upcoming assignments in the environmental consulting field. Sapphos Environmental, Inc. use GIS for a variety of work products, including environmental impact assessments and reports, biological resources reports, hazardous materials reports, and historic/archaeological resources reports.
Position Overview:
The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, a positive attitude, a solid work ethic, attention to detail, very strong computer skills, and a demonstrated capacity to learn new technologies and take additional responsibilities over time. Some familiarity with environmental regulation, planning, natural resources, and chemical contaminant issues is desired. This is a full-time salaried position.
Qualifications:
The candidate must have at least 2 years of experience working with ESRI ArcGIS software and extensions and a BS/BA degree in Geography, Computer Science, Planning, or related field. A MS/MA degree will substitute for 1 year of experience.
- An understanding of cartographic design principles, spatial data management, geoprocessing, efficient spatial data editing, database design, and quality assurance/quality control is essential.
- Attention to detail and the ability to work independently are critical.
- Strong communication skills are required for working collaboratively with coworkers and clients.
- Demonstrated working knowledge of ESRI ArcGIS software and extensions is required.
- Demonstrated working knowledge of GPS and mobile GIS technologies and associated software, is required. Candidate will be required to provide training and end-user support for GPS related fieldwork.
- Programming skills are a plus.
Compensation: Sapphos Environmental Inc. offers excellent benefits, salaries, and opportunities for growth for energetic, dynamic individuals. We promote a challenging team approach toward achieving professional goals balanced with the flexibility to pursue personal interests.
To Apply:
Please submit resume, salary history, writing sample, and references to Sapphos Environmental, Inc., Attn: Human Resources.
Sapphos Environmental, Inc.
Attn: Ms. Lucy Wang
Department of Human Resources
430 N. Halstead Street
Pasadena, CA 91107