Open Source Forest Data Analyst

Be an Early Applicant In-Office Fort Collins, CO, USA 65K-70K Annually Entry level In-Office Fort Collins, CO, USA 65K-70K Annually Entry level Reviews and prepares scientific datasets, metadata, documentation, and supplemental files for public archival publication through the Forest Service Research Data Archive. The role validates data quality, formats, accessibility, and compliance with metadata standards across tabular, geospatial, multimedia, database, and document formats. It also supports and trains researchers, coordinates delivery timelines, and assists with project collaboration. The summary above was generated by AI Job DescriptionPosition Summary:

This position supports the Forest Service Research Data Archive (FS RDA), which preserves and publishes digital scientific data and related research products in alignment with federal open science policies and Forest Service directives. The role involves assisting scientists across FS Research Stations, the Forest Products Lab, the International Institute of Tropical Forestry, and the Joint Fire Science Program in preparing research data for public release. Key responsibilities include reviewing and processing diverse data types (e.g., tabular, geospatial), developing and validating metadata and documentation, and providing training or direct support to researchers to ensure data publications meet archival and usability standards. By facilitating high-quality data publication, this position helps advance forest, fire, and wood innovation research while supporting reuse of scientific data by both the research community and the public.

Forests, rangelands, and aquatic ecosystems support human societies, the environment, and the wealth of life on Earth. The Department of Forest and Rangeland Stewardship at CSU consists of foresters, range scientists, hydrologists, and social scientists that study natural environmental processes and how they interact with human systems. The Department is interdisciplinary and has an applied emphasis, particularly on questions related to the efficiency of wildland fire management. The Department offers comprehensive undergraduate and graduate programs in a wide variety of disciplines within forestry, natural resources management, and rangeland ecology., * Review, analyze, and organize a wide variety of files and documents to ensure accurate categorization and accessibility; maintain orderly digital filing system.

• Review metadata (data documentation) submitted by scientists, which may also involve helping write metadata.
• Verify metadata are complete, fully describe data, are compliant with the FS RDA’s metadata standard, and understandable to a non-subject matter expert.
• Review data submitted by scientists. Ensure data are in proper archival format and fully described in the associated metadata.
• Provide assistance and/or consultation with the preparation of data and supplemental files for publication. (This includes, but is not limited to tabular data, geospatial data-which might involve processing GIS layers-sound or video files, databases, documents, image files, etc.)
• Help teach scientists how to prepare data and documentation for publication, which may include one-on-one interaction or potential presentations.
• Other data publishing related tasks as determined by FS staff.

Job Category: Project Management Percentage of Time: 10%

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• Set up timelines to deliver products.
• Coordinate with other team members., Leads a team managing ADA and PWFA accommodation claims, ensuring accurate, timely, compliant claim adjudication and strong customer service. Responsibilities include coaching employees, managing performance and workloads, reviewing claim files and calls, identifying process improvements, administering concurrent disability and leave claims, mitigating risk, and communicating operational updates. The role requires disability or absence management expertise, sound judgment, knowledge of applicable regulations, and effective stakeholder collaboration. Top Skills: Microsoft Office Suite PwC

Denver - Tax - Associate - Summer/Fall 2027

2 Hours Ago Hybrid Denver, CO, USA 54K-142K Annually Entry level 54K-142K Annually Entry level Artificial Intelligence * Professional Services * Business Intelligence * Consulting * Cybersecurity * Generative AI Supports corporate, partnership, multistate, and international tax compliance and planning. Responsibilities include preparing tax returns and provisions, conducting tax research, analyzing tax matters, assisting with modeling and regulatory compliance, and using data analytics to improve reporting. The associate collaborates with teams, supports client engagements, develops tax expertise, and contributes to optimized tax strategies and risk reduction. PwC

• Must successfully pass a background check.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States by the proposed start date.
• Must comply with Colorado State University and U.S. Forest Service policies and procedures.
• Ability to maintain access to federal data systems and government information resources, if required.
• Occasional travel may be required.
• Ability to work remotely and/or on-site as required by the project., * Bachelor’s degree with natural resources, environment, or geospatial specialization., * Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, Adobe Acrobat, and text editors such as Notepad, Notepad++, or Microsoft Visual Studio Code.
• Competent in ArcGIS Pro.
• Working knowledge of HTML and XML, including the ability to interpret and modify code.
• Demonstrated ability in developing and/or interpreting the following geospatial metadata standards: Federal Geographic Data Committee: Content Standard for Digital Geospatial Metadata (FGDC CSDGM) and International Organization for Standardization (ISO) 19115.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to accurately review, edit, and update documents while ensuring consistency, accuracy, and compliance with formatting and content standards, and strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to confidently review and interpret data presented in multiple formats (e.g., tabular, geospatial, and database formats).
• Demonstrated ability to read and generally understand and interpret documentation, data, and terminology relevant to forest management, fire, and a wide range of biological, physical, and social sciences (e.g., wildlife and fisheries, hydrology, soils science, plant sciences, forest genetics, silviculture, forest products, geospatial science, various social sciences that address human interaction with forests, etc.).

Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.

• Review our detailed benefits information here.
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• For the total value of CSU benefits in addition to wages, use our compensation calculator., Hybrid Denver, CO, USA 63K-140K Annually Junior 63K-140K Annually Junior Artificial Intelligence * Professional Services * Business Intelligence * Consulting * Cybersecurity * Generative AI Develop and deploy data solutions using Palantir Foundry and AIP for client engagements. Lead technical teams, coach team members, analyze system interactions, build applications with large datasets, and apply data engineering and analytics to deliver client outcomes. The role also includes managing client relationships, planning and executing projects, encouraging technology adoption, resolving stakeholder conflicts, and driving continuous improvement. Top Skills: Artificial IntelligenceMachine LearningPalantir AipPalantir FoundryPythonTypescript

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