Course credit for internships

Course credit for internships

Students who are interested in obtaining credit for internships should first secure an internship with a provider. Once confirmed, contact Dr. Hudak, for permission to register for GEOG 4920/5900.

You will be required to compile a portfolio during the course of your internship and provide a letter of assessment from the internship provider. Both will be used to determine a "grade" for the course.

Wednesday, November 25, 2015

GIS Professional, FEMA Flood Study

Entry Level Geographer

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Job ID 
4008
# of Openings 
1
Job Location 
US-TX-Dallas
Posted Date 
9/11/2015
Category 
Geography/GIS
Relocation Assistance 
No

More information about this job:

Job Description:
Dewberry is seeking a GIS professional for FEMA Flood Study and water resource related projects. This is an excellent career opportunity for an enthusiastic and talented individual to join an exciting team of professionals. The position offers great potential for professional growth in a fantastic working environment and the opportunity to apply the latest technology to flood studies and water resource projects. Typical projects involve assisting federal, state and local clients in completing flood study related projects. Technical responsibilities include:

Responsibilities:
  • Assisting engineers in hydrologic and hydraulic analyses, modeling, and floodplain mapping;
  • Production of Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) and updating related geospatial databases;
  • Developing flood risk products and performing flood risk assessments;
  • Perform analysis on GIS datasets for flood hazard  mapping and risk projects;
  • Checking for graphical and technical accuracy of FIRM deliverables and associated reports;
  • Coordinating with the project team, project managers, clients, local communities, and other contractors to compile all data necessary to produce the most up-to-date product.
  • Apply GIS in other water resource related projects to help identify and solve client challenges.
Required Skills & Required Experience:
  • Bachelor degree required (Master degree a plus), geography or GIS degrees preferred
  • 0-5 years of professional work experience in geography (preferably in FIRM production and National Flood Insurance Program knowledge)
  • Knowledge, interest, and project experience in GIS  (ArcGIS 10 or higher) applications
  • Strong oral, people, and written communication skills 
Desired Skills:
  • Strong ArcGIS, MS Excel and MS Access skills to leverage various data sources for use in GIS projects
  • Background in water resources consulting that include hydrology and hydraulic work.
  • CFM (Certified Floodplain Manager) is a strong plus
  • Knowledge of FEMA's MIP tracking and reporting system a plus
  • Any experience in Program implementation that included reading and implementing specifications for clients.



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