GIS Analyst I - 530954

The University of Alabama; Tuscaloosa (AL); On-site; USD 54,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa is seeking a GIS Analyst I to maintain and analyze geospatial data, and to support GIS users across the department. You will work with geospatial datasets, train colleagues, and contribute to mapping, digitizing, and data conversion projects in a collaborative environment.

Required qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in geography, civil engineering, or computer science with GIS experience, and a valid U.S. driver's license.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in geography, civil engineering, or computer science and some GIS experience.
• Must have valid U.S. driver’s license and be at least 19 years old; age restrictions apply for under 21.
• FAA Drone Pilot's License or ability to obtain license within six months.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and analyze geospatial data.
• Assist with training and guidance for others.
• Digitizing, field data collection, georeferencing, data conversion, asset mapping, utility mapping, and map generation.
• Provide hands-on GIS support to departments within Finance and Operations.

Skills

GIS experience

Geospatial data analysis

Communication skills

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in geography, civil engineering, or computer science

Tools

ESRI GIS software

SQL Server

Job description

Pay Grade/Pay Range:Minimum: $54,000 - Midpoint: $67,500 (Salaried E8)

Department/Organization:510601 - Planning & Design

Normal Work Schedule:Monday - Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm

Job Summary:The GIS Analyst I provides technical services in the area of geographical information systems (GIS). Maintain and analyze geospatial data. Interfaces with a variety of internal and external constituencies based on assignment. May assist with developing and/or delivering training and guidance to other.

Additional Department Summary:Assists with supporting various GIS data and applications. Collects, populates, and maintains data in spatial geodatabases under general supervision. Performs tasks such as digitizing, field data collection, georeferencing, data conversion, asset mapping, utility mapping, and map generation. Provides hands-on support to entities utilizing GIS within the department of Finance and Operations.

Required Minimum Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in geography, civil engineering, or computer science and some GIS experience.

Additional Required Department Minimum Qualifications: Must have valid U.S. driver's license. Must be at least 19 years of age at time of hire and have an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report that is in compliance with University policies. Applicants under the age of 21 will have some driving restrictions.
FAA Drone Pilot's License or ability to obtain license within six (6) months.

Skills and Knowledge:General knowledge of file formats, including those related to GIS, basic computer operations, and applicable ESRI GIS software. Excellent verbal and electronic communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:Knowledge of cartographic/mapping systems. Experience with a relational database management systems such as SQL Server. Experience with manipulating and referencing CAD data.

Background Investigation Statement: Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.

Equal Employment Opportunity:The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment or volunteer status without regard to any legally protected basis and will not be discriminated against because of their protected status. Applicants and employees of this institution are protected under Federal law from discrimination on several bases. More information is available in the EEOC’s Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal poster.

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