State Of Iowa - Des Moines, IA
posted about 2 months ago
The Iowa Department of Natural Resources is seeking a GIS Analyst (Geologist 3) to join the Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Section of the Land Quality Bureau. This position is pivotal in providing high-level GIS support to various forestry programs within the department. The successful candidate will engage in a range of activities related to forest health assessment and data collection, urban and community forestry, and the maintenance and monitoring of the forest GIS database for the Forest Stewardship Program, as well as other state and federal cost-share programs. The GIS Analyst will be responsible for database management, data analysis, quality control, and the uploading and editing of GIS data and products. This role will also involve the utilization of federal mapping tools and coordination with field foresters on data management, projects, and applications, some of which may occur in outdoor settings. The position requires proficiency in using ESRI GIS desktop and online software to map, assess, and monitor forest health, as well as the ability to produce GIS data, analysis, and online mapping using software such as ArcGIS Pro, ArcMap, ArcGIS Online, and QGIS. Additionally, the GIS Analyst will communicate effectively with DNR staff and external entities, including governmental agencies and universities, regarding the intersection of forest health and GIS-related topics. The role also includes training and troubleshooting data collection technologies with foresters in both indoor and outdoor environments. The ideal candidate will demonstrate critical job competencies such as accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement, customer focus, and integrity, among others.