SDAV GEOSPATIAL DATA ASSISTANT - ID#

[Please apply directly on the RCUH website to be considered for the position.]{#_Hlk166765310} SDAV GEOSPATIAL DATA ASSISTANT - ID# 224674. CLOSING DATE: October 5, 2024, or until filled. Applications received after this deadline may be considered only if the position is not filled or up to the date a selection has been approved by the RCUH (whichever comes first). INQUIRIES: Dr. Ryan Perroy 808-932-7259 (Hawaii). Regular, Full-Time, RCUH Non-Civil Service position with the University of Hawaii at Hilo (UHH), Spatial Data Analysis and Visualization Lab (SDAV), Geographic Information Systems (GIS) project, located in Hilo, Hawaii. Continuation of employment is dependent upon program/operational needs, satisfactory work performance, availability of funds, and compliance with applicable Federal/State laws. MONTHLY SALARY RANGE: $3,800 - $4,600/Mon. DUTIES: Provides a variety of geospatial support for ongoing research projects at SDAV. Processes raw spatial data via GIS, global positioning systems (GPS), remote sensing tools and applications (e.g., ArcGIS Pro, ENVI, and Pix4D). Summarizes data for reports under the guidance of the Principal Investigator (PI). Assists with fieldwork and data collection. Assists with small Unmanned Aircraft System (sUAS) operations following Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations. Assists in solving complex and difficult problems related to research applications. Performs educational outreach to local schools and researchers interested in sUAS and geospatial applications. PRIMARY QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION Associates Degree from an accredited community college in Geography, Environmental Science, or related field with upper division coursework in GIS and Remote Sensing. EXPERIENCE At least one (1) year of experience using GIS, Remote Sensing, Structure from Motion, and other Geospatial technologies. KNOWLEDGE Basic knowledge of Geospatial applications, sUAS, ArcGIS Pro, ENVI, Pix4D, differential GPS, and FAA-approved sUAS flight operations. ABILITIES and SKILLS Ability to use GIS and Remote Sensing software. PHYSICAL/MEDICAL DEMANDS Ability to lift and carry up to fifty (50) pounds unassisted. POLICY/REGULATORY REQUIREMENT As a condition of employment, employee will be subject to all applicable RCUH policies, procedures, and trainings and, as applicable, subject to University of Hawaii's and/or business entity's policies, procedures, and trainings. Violation of RCUH's, UH's, or business entity's policies and/or procedures or applicable State or Federal laws and/or regulations may lead to disciplinary action (including, but not limited to possible termination of employment, personal fines, civil and/or criminal penalties, etc.). SECONDARY QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelors Degree from an accredited four (4) year college or university in Geography, Environmental Science, or related field. Experience working with conservation projects in Hawaii. Experience measuring geomorphic change, identifying native Hawaiian flora and fauna, and identifying symptoms associated with Rapid Ohia Death. APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS: Please go to . You must submit the following documents online to be considered for the position: 1) Cover Letter, 2) Resume, 3