GIS Analyst I — Mapping & Spatial Data

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

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.