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Delta County Colorado

Appraiser III - Commercial

Delta, CO · On-site

$29.13 - $32.63/hr

... such as temporary remote work, has been granted by the employee's direct supervisor and/or ... Read and interpret legal descriptions, maps and utilize Geographic Information systems (GIS) for ...

Delta County Colorado

Appraiser III - Commercial

Delta, CO · On-site

$29.13 - $32.63/hr

... such as temporary remote work, has been granted by the employee's direct supervisor and/or ... Read and interpret legal descriptions, maps and utilize Geographic Information systems (GIS) for ...

RCS Staffing

Senior Civil 3D CADD Designer

Denver, CO · Hybrid

$105K - $112K/yr

... GIS or advanced design tools About Our CLIENT Our client is an engineering consulting firm with ... Since 1994, RCS recruits top talent for direct hire, temp-to-perm and contract staffing positions ...

TRC Companies, Inc.

Civil Engineer (EIT)

Lakewood, CO · On-site

$75K - $80K/yr

... and GIS). Benefits*: TRC offers a competitive benefit package consisting of: * Medical, dental ... temporary). TRC offers jurisdiction specific benefit packages for International and Puerto Rico ...

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What is a temporary GIS?

A Temporary GIS job involves short-term work using Geographic Information Systems (GIS) to collect, analyze, and manage spatial data. These positions are often found in industries like government, environmental science, urban planning, and utilities. Temporary GIS professionals may assist with mapping projects, data entry, and spatial analysis to support decision-making. The duration of these jobs varies, ranging from a few weeks to several months, depending on project needs.

What do temporary GIS professionals do?

Temporary GIS professionals often support projects such as updating or creating maps, managing spatial databases, conducting data analysis for environmental studies, or providing technical support during peak workloads. Assignments may range from digitizing and georeferencing data to assisting with field data collection or producing reports and spatial visualizations. You’ll frequently collaborate with full-time GIS staff, engineers, planners, or scientists depending on the nature of the project. The tasks can vary significantly between industries, so flexibility and a willingness to learn new tools or processes quickly are important for success in this temporary capacity.

What skills and qualifications are needed for a temporary GIS?

To thrive as a Temporary GIS professional, you need a foundational understanding of geographic information systems, spatial data analysis, and cartography, often supported by a relevant degree or coursework. Familiarity with industry-standard GIS software such as ArcGIS or QGIS, as well as skills in data management and possibly Python scripting, are highly beneficial. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate technical information clearly are valuable soft skills in this role. These competencies enable you to quickly adapt, deliver accurate spatial data products, and work effectively within temporary project teams or on short-term assignments.

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Infographic showing various Temporary Gis job openings in Colorado as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 87% Full Time, 7% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 84% Physical, 8% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution.

Adjunct Hiring Pool - Geography, GIS & Sustainability Department

University of Northern Colorado

Greeley, CO

$115K - $132K/yr

Part-time

Re-posted 19 days ago

Job description

This is an open pool posting and applicants will be contacted only if a suitable position becomes available. Pool may be used to fill vacancies for the Fall 2026 - Summer 2027.

This pool expires 05/31/2027. Applicants wishing to remain in this pool past 05/31/2027, must reapply at that time.

Position Summary:

Temporary,part-time adjunct faculty in Geography, GIS, & Sustainability. Onlineand face-to-face teaching opportunities may be available for a large variety ofcourses.

Minimum Qualifications:

TheDepartment of Geography, GIS, & Sustainability requires an academicdegree in the discipline (Geography, Geospatial Technologies, Planning,Ecology, Environmental Studies, or Sustainability). Candidates for Lecturerposition will have at least 18 graduate credits in appropriate discipline andmust hold an M.A., M.S., or J.D. 

GIS Courses 

TheDepartment has established a minimum threshold for tested experience whendetermining faculty qualifications to teach GIS courses by meansother than earned credential. To be considered qualified through testedexperience to teach a GIS course, an applicant must meet at least twoof the following criteria: 

  • Agraduate degree in computer science, general science, planning, or a spatialdiscipline related to any of the specialty groups defined by the AmericanAssociation of Geographers (www.aag.org); 
  • A record of research, creative activity, scholarship or professional achievement
    relevant to geographic theories, approaches, and methods.
  • Relevantcertifications, licensure, or additional credentials relevantto GIS. 

Environmental and Sustainability Studies (ENST)Courses 

TheDepartment has established a minimum threshold for tested experience whendetermining faculty qualifications by means other than earned credential. To beconsidered through tested experience, an applicant must meet two of thefollowing criteria:

  • Substantial graduate level coursework or methodological training related to Environmental Studies and Sustainability including natural sciences, resource economics, geography & GIS, environmental sociology, earth sciences, biology, and
    other related disciplines;
  • A record of research, creative activity, scholarship or professional achievement appropriate the field of instruction;
  •  Relevant certification, licensures, or other professional credentials relevant to the field of instruction.

Preferred Qualifications:

Doctorate in a discipline appropriate to the one in which the candidate wishes to teach. Past record of successful college-level teaching experience in the discipline of employment. For online teaching, one or more semesters' worth of online teaching experience. Experience using the Canvas platform and with courses that have received Quality Matters approval is advantageous.

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