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Nature Conservancy
Harrisburg, PA, USA
Full-time

The GIS Assistant is a seasonal summer full-time position in our Harrisburg, Pennsylvania Office that provides the opportunity to gain experience in developing and maintaining GIS databases and producing maps related to land protection, property management and habitat restoration.

Areas of Responsibility: 

The GIS Assistant will support the Conservation Lands Program Manager by maintaining spatial databases and producing maps and/or other graphic products.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND SCOPE 

  • Ensures integrity of data collection and management relating to conservation projects.
  • Communicates effectively with a diverse group of people, including scientists, project managers, stewardship staff and others.  
  • Produces and manages maps and spatial and tabular data.
  • Works independently with close supervision and direction.
  • May work in variable weather conditions, at remote locations, on difficult and hazardous terrain and under physically demanding circumstances.
Educational Background: 
High school diploma or GED and 6 months of related experience             
Skills/Experience: 
  • Must be proficient with Esri ArcGIS Desktop 10x, or ArcGIS Pro
  • Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, Access and web browsers.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Multi-lingual skills and multi-cultural or cross-cultural experience appreciated.
  • Ability to follow instructions from colleagues.
  • Ability to work in a team environment.
  • Working towards or recently completed a GIS, Geography, Biology, or Natural Resources degree, or certificate.
  • Ability to manage and prioritize tasks from multiple sources and to perform duties with attention to detail.
  • Database management skills including populating and editing spatial and tabular datasets.
  • Experience producing maps and/or reports from databases.          
Compensation/Benefits: 

The Nature Conservancy offers competitive compensation, 401k or savings-plan matching for eligible employees, excellent benefits, flexible work policies and a collaborative work environment. We also provide professional development opportunities and promote from within. As a result, you will find a culture that supports and inspires conservation achievement and personal development, both within the workplace and beyond.

How to Apply: 

https://www.careerarc.com/job-listing/the-nature-conservancy-jobs-gis-as...

Job Function: 
Conservation & Environmental Science

Organization Info

Nature Conservancy

Overview
Headquarters: 
Arlington, VA, United States
Website: 
nature.org
Annual Budget : 
More than $500M
Founded: 
1954
About Us
Areas of Focus: 
Environment
Science / Technology
Mission: 

The mission of The Nature Conservancy is to conserve the lands and waters on which all life depends.

Our vision is a world where the diversity of life thrives, and people act to conserve nature for its own sake and its ability to fulfill our needs and enrich our lives.

How do we achieve this mission and vision?

Through the dedicated efforts of our diverse staff, including more than 600 scientists, all of whom impact conservation in 69 countries.

With the help of our many partners, from individuals and governments to local nonprofits and corporations.

By using a non-confrontational, collaborative approach and staying true to our five unique core values.

That's how The Nature Conservancy has done more than anyone else to advance conservation around the world since our founding in 1951.

Listing Stats

Post Date: 
Mar 7 2019
Active Until: 
Apr 7 2019
Hiring Organization: 
Nature Conservancy
industry: 
Nonprofit