[TXHUG] [Fwd: [cbem] GIS Volunteer Request]

[Amy Sebring]

[Forwarded by Mark Bohrer - ajs]

GISCorps Alert 
  
This is an urgent request. If you are qualified for any of these two
positions, email me as soon as you can (also attach your resume). 
  
In response to hurricane Katrina's disaster, GISCorps has been asked to
provide 20 volunteers to Mississippi Emergency Operation Center (EOC) in
Jackson, Mississippi. They need two groups of ten volunteers: 
  
Group 1: Must have at least 5 years of experience and well versed in
using ArcGIS 9.0 in an SDE environment, comfortable in making maps and
conducting quick analysis. Experience in disaster management is a plus. 
  
Group 2: Must have at least 5 years of experience and well versed in
using ArcGIS 9.0 and GPS software and equipment. **Must bring their own
laptop loaded with 9.0 and also must bring a GPS unit compatible with
ArcGIS**. This group will be working with search and rescue teams and
K-9 units mainly collecting data and navigating. 
  
The following provides some general information provided by EOC office: 
  
Both groups must be able to fly out within 24 hours 
Must be able to stay for 5-7 days 
Will work in 12-hour shifts 
They provide lodging (in tents and on cots) 
They will provide meals 
Must bring boots, sleeping bags, and clothes suitable for field work and
be prepared for an extremely hot weather 
Must arrange and pay for your own flight, will be reimbursed for the
cost of the ticket later. Jackson airport should be open to commercial
flights. Memphis is a 4 hour drive away and a secondary option. 
Group two must bring own GPS and laptop (no exceptions). Group two will
be working in very harsh conditions and must be prepared to deal with
that.
  
Regards, 
  
Shoreh Elhami, GISCorps Chair 
<a href="http://www.giscorps.org">www.giscorps.org</a>