Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Specialist
Remote in Fort Collins, CO
Full Time
POSTED ON 9/17/2022
CLOSED ON 12/5/2022
Job Posting for Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Specialist at Colorado State University
Position Location
Fort Collins, CO
Is this position eligible for hybrid or remote work?
Yes
Research Professional Position
No
Posting Number
202200831AP
Position Type
Admin Professional/ Research Professional
Classification Title
Research Associate II
Number of Vacancies
Work Hours/Week
40
Proposed Annual Salary Range
$50,000 - $54,000
Employee Benefits
Colorado State University (CSU) is committed to providing employees with a strong and competitive benefits package that supports you, your health, and your family. Visit CSU’s Human Resources website for detailed benefit plan information for permanent full-time and part-time faculty and administrative professional employees in the following University benefit areas: https://hr.colostate.edu/hr-community-and-supervisors/benefits/benefits-eligibility/ & https://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/our-perks/.
Desired Start Date
Position End Date (if temporary)
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on
07/05/2022
Description of Work Unit
The Colorado State Forest Service is an agency of Colorado State University, Colorado’s land grant institution of higher education, and is housed, organizationally, in the Warner College of Natural Resources. The CSFS also staffs the Division of Forestry for the Colorado Department of Natural Resources. The CSFS has 18 field units throughout the state, with a State Office located in Fort Collins on one of the foothills campuses of CSU.
The Science and Data Division of the Colorado State Forest Service provides administration and oversight of science and data delivery that directly contributes to the agency’s mission of “the stewardship of Colorado’s diverse forest environments for the benefit of present and future generations”.
Position Summary
Under the direct supervision of the Geospatial Data and Analysis Program Manager and in collaboration with the Science and Data Division, the GIS Specialist will provide technical geospatial project support that will ensure that CSFS continues to provide forestry leadership and expertise. This position will add to CSFS GIS expertise in manipulating and analyzing geospatial data to support resource management decisions. The position will also make recommendations and provide expert advice on the development and application of enterprise geospatial data hosting, storage, and analysis processes, protocols and solutions to mission-critical resource management issues. The functions of this position are to further bolster the Science and Data division’s goal of maintaining and enhancing forestry and wildfire risk reduction expertise.
This position requires that the GIS Specialist is proficient in general project management skills including but not limited to: recording accomplishments, meeting deadlines, supporting field operations, and engaging in consistent communication with colleagues and managers. The GIS Specialist needs to be proactive in their project development, including accomplishing project objectives, forecasting project needs, and effectively sharing new knowledge and information with internal staff and external partners and cooperators. The GIS Specialist will serve as an advocate for organizing the agency’s spatial data and supporting our transition to a more enterprise/cloud data-sharing model.
This position requires that the GIS Specialist is proficient in general project management skills including but not limited to: recording accomplishments, meeting deadlines, supporting field operations, and engaging in consistent communication with colleagues and managers. The GIS Specialist needs to be proactive in their project development, including accomplishing project objectives, forecasting project needs, and effectively sharing new knowledge and information with internal staff and external partners and cooperators. The GIS Specialist will serve as an advocate for organizing the agency’s spatial data and supporting our transition to a more enterprise/cloud data-sharing model.
Required Job Qualifications
- A bachelor’s degree in GIS, geospatial science, data science or another natural resource or geography program.
- A minimum of 5 years of professional GIS experience is required that includes a mix of database management/administration, knowledge of cartographic principles and standards, remote sensing, and hardware support including mobile devices.
Preferred Job Qualifications
- A master’s degree in geospatial/data science or related degree
- Knowledge and understanding of integrated GIS principles, systems, and technologies
- Proficient in ESRI ArcGIS software including ArcGIS Pro
- Proficient with mobile GIS applications and ArcGIS Online
- 2 years of information technology and/or data science experience
- Experience building enterprise GIS data storage, or developing storage solutions
- Experience in developing training materials and public presentations
- Strong verbal and written communication skills and demonstrated ability to work cooperatively and effectively in teams and with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community
- Innovative, enthusiastic, and creative in finding ways to meet and serve customers, problem solve, and provide technical assistance
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and at a high level of proficiency
- Committed to safety, quality, and professionalism
- Capable of effectively documenting accomplishments and record-keeping
- Evidence of a commitment to enhancing diversity, equity, and inclusion
Diversity Statement
Demonstrated knowledge of, and relevant ability with, culturally diverse communities among potential target and constituent populations.
Essential Duties
Job Duty Category
Enterprise geodatabase development, support, and training
Duty/Responsibility
- Research, develop and manage cloud and enterprise geodatabase system(s) across CSFS field offices and state office.
- Provide technical support for the enterprise geodatabase system, including in-person and remote support.
- Document, evaluate, and interpret end user information requirements, and develop appropriate systems, training, and/or applications solutions based on CSFS staff requests and needs.
- Work with the Program Manager to develop data management structures, quality assurance/quality control and metadata standards, and apply these to data and information across the agency.
- Participate and lead trainings in geodatabase and storage best practices and integration with field data collection applications.
Percentage Of Time
50%
Job Duty Category
Data analysis, management and program development
Duty/Responsibility
- Support GIS analysis, data management, and cartography for CSFS projects.
- Provide high-level science-based GIS expertise to support CSFS staff and projects.
- Collaborate with other CSFS Divisions and external partners on special GIS projects
- Attend meetings and provide status updates to the Program Manager.
- Maintain currency of GIS and remote sensing knowledge with respect to relevant state-of-the-art technology, equipment, and/or systems through webinars and training.
- Provide oversight and guidance to seasonal and/or interns as needed.
- Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
Percentage Of Time
50%
Application Details
Special Instructions to Applicants
To apply, please submit a cover letter addressing how you meet both the required and preferred qualifications, a résumé and (3) professional references. A $3,000 moving allowance may be negotiated at the time of hire.
This position is based in Fort Collins, Colorado with the potential for a flexible work arrangement. Candidates interested in remote options must be able to travel to Fort Collins to be available on-site as needed, as well as other locations throughout Colorado for site visits, meetings, trainings, etc.
References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates.
This position is based in Fort Collins, Colorado with the potential for a flexible work arrangement. Candidates interested in remote options must be able to travel to Fort Collins to be available on-site as needed, as well as other locations throughout Colorado for site visits, meetings, trainings, etc.
References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates.
Conditions of Employment
Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires)
Search Contact
Nic Kotlinski, 970-218-0426, Nicholas.Kotlinski@colostate.edu
EEO Statement
Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or pregnancy in its employment, programs, services and activities, and admissions, and, in certain circumstances, marriage to a co-worker. The University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity and equal access institution and affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. The Office of Equal Opportunity is located in 101 Student Services.
The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715, titleix@colostate.edu.
The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, oeo@colostate.edu.
The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University’s Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, oeo@colostate.edu.
Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to the Office of Civil Rights, Department of Education.
The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715, titleix@colostate.edu.
The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, oeo@colostate.edu.
The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University’s Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, oeo@colostate.edu.
Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to the Office of Civil Rights, Department of Education.
Background Check Policy Statement
Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.
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