Individual Placement-Alaska-Special Uses GIS

Position Summary 

The Chugach National Forest GIS Team is seeking an enthusiastic candidate for a placement. This position will provide general GIS support for a wide variety of projects and programs across the Chugach National Forest, including aquatics, ecology, recreation, and wildlife. The work schedule will be full-time. Most job duties are computer-based and will be performed in the Chugach National Forest Supervisors Office in Anchorage, Alaska.

Location 

Anchorage, AK

Schedule 

July 20, 2026 - October 2, 2026

Key Duties and Responsibilities 

Duties will include compiling, creating, and updating geospatial data layers, metadata, and attribute information for features in the ArcGIS mapping platform, while also developing cartographic products, such as maps, dashboards, and web applications in the ArcGIS Online environment.

Marginal Duties 

The placement may be asked to collect data in the field with USFS staff, which may entail hiking with a pack, camping in bear country, and spending time outside among insects and inclement weather.

Required Qualifications 

On-the-job training will be provided, but a basic working knowledge of ArcGIS and AGOL are strongly desired. Candidates should be well-organized and have a keen eye for detail. The applicant must be coachable and self-driven and must be able to provide high-quality customer service and geospatial support to various resource specialists and program areas. This position will integrate with several interdisciplinary teams and work directly with resource specialists, leadership, and other GIS professionals, so strong communication skills are highly desired.

This SCA Position is authorized under the Public Land Corps Authority. All participants must be between the ages of 16 and 30, inclusive, or veterans age 35 or younger. Participants must also be a citizen or national of the United States or lawful permanent resident alien of the United States. Hours served can be applied toward the Public Land Corps (PLC) hiring authority.

Preferred Qualifications 

Prior experience working with the USFS.

Hours 

40 per week

Living Accommodations 

Housing is not provided. Candidates must have or be able to obtain their own housing in the Anchorage area.

Compensation  

Living Allowance - $600/wk

Housing Allowance - $1,750/mo

All allowances are subject to applicable federal, state, and local taxes. 

Personal Vehicle Information

Recommended

Additional Benefits 

AmeriCorps: Not Eligible

Equal Opportunity Statement 

The Student Conservation Association, Inc., is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The SCA strives to cultivate a work environment that encourages fairness, teamwork, and respect among all staff members and is committed to maintaining a work atmosphere where lifestyles may grow personally and professionally.