Geospatial Technician

United States·DexterFull-Time, Seasonal as Intern - NO BENEFITS

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Department/Division: Conservation - GLARO

Reports To: Regional Geospatial Manager

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Employment Status: Seasonal / Intern

Region: Great Lakes/Atlantic Region (GLARO)

Work Arrangement: On-site. Remote work is not available for this position.

Reporting Office: Dexter, Michigan

Ducks Unlimited, Inc., the continent's leader in waterfowl and wetlands conservation, seeks four Geospatial Technicians to support geospatial and conservation initiatives within the Great Lakes/Atlantic Region. The successful candidate will possess GIS experience with ESRI products and a background in natural resources, wetlands, and wildlife. This position collaborates with a team of GIS professionals to support updates to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service National Wetlands Inventory and assists with geospatial data development and mapping projects.

Responsibilities

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→Develop GIS data for the National Wetlands Inventory.
→Assist with data collection and management activities.
→Perform cartographic design and production tasks.
→Conduct geospatial analysis using ESRI platforms and other GIS tools.
→Support development and maintenance of geospatial web applications.
→Collaborate with Ducks Unlimited staff and GIS professionals.
→Perform additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

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Demonstrated knowledge of GIS and remote sensing concepts and methodologies.
Background in Natural Resources, Conservation, or related field.
Experience using ESRI ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online.
Experience with Microsoft Office applications.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Bachelor’s degree.
Computer troubleshooting experience.
Cartographic design experience.
Wetland classification and identification skills.

Primarily office-based position involving extensive computer and GIS workstation use.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Estimated Travel: Approximately 1–2 weeks annually for fieldwork and project support.

Strong understanding of GIS and remote sensing principles.
Ability to visually interpret digital orthophotography.
Ability to learn and implement GIS workflows in a production environment.
Strong organizational and analytical skills.

Pay Rate: $20.00 per hour.

Entry-level temporary internship position.

Term: Start January 2027 for a 12‑month assignment.

To Apply: Please fill out the application materials and attach a cover letter and resume indicating your qualifications and why you are interested in the position.

DUCKS UNLIMITED, INC. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
It is the policy of Ducks Unlimited, Inc. to afford equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons regardless of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, military status, disability, age, or genetic information, except where age or gender is a bona fide occupational qualification as allowed by the Civil Rights Act of 1964. It is the policy of Ducks Unlimited, Inc. to afford equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons regardless of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 or over), disability (physical, mental or visual), genetic information, marital status (including registered domestic partnership status), military and veteran status, immigration status, or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.

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Dexter, United States

On-site at the office

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Pay per year: ≈ $41,600 a year; 38% below the $67,500 median for Other jobs on Jobera (139,609 salaries).
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