Web Services / Database Development

Application deadline: Friday, July 27, 2007 at 5:00 p.m. EDT.

The Great Lakes Commission is seeking an individual to fill the position of Program Specialist with database, web services and/or Geographic Information Systems (GIS) application experience . This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled person with technical skills and an interest in emerging Internet and geospatial application technologies. The job requires commitment to excellence and the ability to function in a small collegial team environment. The job is a full-time, renewable 12-month appointment and it requires on-site work in our Ann Arbor, Michigan office, five days a week.

The Great Lakes Commission offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental and optical insurance. The Commission also has an outstanding pension program through the TIAA-CREF program.

Responsibilities

The Program Specialist position will work closely with other Commission staff, local, state, and federal agencies and related partners on various projects requiring GIS mapping, analysis and product development including web mapping applications covering the Great Lakes - St. Lawrence River basin including parts of the States of Minnesota, Wisconsin, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Ohio, Pennsylvania and New York and by the Province of Ontario.

The work can include database development and GIS support for air toxics emission datasets, emergency response plans, contaminated sediment analyses, aquatic invasive species control and related biologic, chemical and physical monitoring programs.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have at least a bachelor's degree in a relevant field (computer sciences, geography, environmental sciences, natural resource management/planning or related field), possess a minimum of six months applied database experience (PostgreSQL and MySQL preferred), and be proficient in one or more of the following standards/languages: HTML, Javascript, Java, KML, Perl, PHP, and WFS/WMS. Experience with GIS application software is recommended, including any of the following: ESRI ArcGIS, ArcIMS, ArcSDE, Mapserver, and/or Geoserver. Familiarity with the Linux/UNIX operating system is a plus. The ideal candidate must be a strong team oriented person and have good communication, effective interpersonal skills. Individual must also be able to work with minimal direction, self-discipline and a commitment of excellence to other members of the team.

Applying for this position

The requirements for this application include a cover letter, resume, salary history, expected salary range, and three references. Please note that all of these items must be provided if applicant is to receive further consideration.

All interested individuals need to submit their completed materials by July 27, 2007. In the subject line put: Program Specialist - Web Services /

Database Development Vacancy Announcement. No phone calls, please.

Please submit your package to:

Roger Gauthier

Program Manager, Data and Information Management

Great Lakes Commission

Eisenhower Corporate Park

2805 South Industrial Highway, Suite 100

Ann Arbor, Michigan 48104-6791

Phone: 734-971-9135

Fax: 734-971-9150

Email: gauthier@glc.org

For additional information on related current initiatives at the Commission, visit: www.glc.org and www.glin.net.

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The Great Lakes Commission, chaired by Lt. Gov. John Cherry (Mich.), is a nonpartisan, binational compact agency established under state and U.S. federal law and dedicated to promoting a strong economy, healthy environment and high quality of life for the Great Lakes-St. Lawrence region and its residents. The Commission consists of governors' appointees, state legislators, and agency officials from its eight member states. Associate membership for Ontario and Québec was established through the signing of a "Declaration of Partnership." The Commission maintains a formal Observer program involving U.S. and Canadian federal agencies, tribal authorities, binational agencies and other regional interests. The Commission offices are located in Ann Arbor, Michigan.

Graduate Assistanship

Fall 2007 or Spring 2008 (possibly Fall 2008)

Human Dimensions of Natural Resource Policy and Management

Department of Forestry

Virginia Tech

Ever since the passage of the National Environmental Policy Act in 1969, U.S. federal land management agencies have grappled with how to adequately involve the public and other stakeholders in agency decision-making. The multiple-use mission of the Forest Service makes this task particularly challenging. How do managers balance scientific analyses with public knowledge and public preferences in their management practices? What are the appropriate roles for various stakeholders in public land management decisions? How do agency officials navigate complex problems in the face of competing demands and accountabilities?

A graduate assistantship is available for a qualified applicant interested in these and related research questions. A well-qualified applicant will have excellent writing and analytical skills, a prior degree in a natural resource-related field, and interest in applied research geared toward improving public management practices.

Assistantship includes a stipend and health insurance.

To apply: Send letter of interest, vitae, transcripts and GRE scores in electronic format to:

Dr. Marc J. Stern

Department of Forestry

Virginia Tech

Blacksburg, VA 24061

(540) 231-7418

mjstern@vt.edu

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