GIS Analyst (On-Site) - (497041 )

University of Houston; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Houston is seeking a GIS Analyst to support campus planning, operations, research, and public engagement by building and analyzing geospatial datasets, creating high-quality maps, dashboards, and web apps.

The role involves collecting and maintaining geospatial layers (parcels, buildings, utilities), performing spatial analyses, and developing repeatable workflows; collaboration across departments is required to deliver actionable insights for planning and operations.

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree or higher in a geospatial discipline is preferred.
• Experience with GIS data management and spatial analysis is required.
• Strong scripting in Python for GIS workflows is expected.
• Knowledge of metadata, QA/QC, and data governance is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Collect, clean, and maintain geospatial datasets (parcels, buildings, utilities).
• Create maps, dashboards, and web apps; support planning studies and engagement.
• Develop repeatable workflows for analyses like space utilization and mobility.
• Integrate CAD/BIM, survey, and remote-sensing data into GIS systems.
• Configure dashboards and ensure data standards and provenance.

Skills

Spatial analysis

Geospatial data management

Python scripting

Data governance

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geography/Geospatial Science or related field

Associate's degree with 2-5 years GIS experience

Tools

ArcGIS Pro

ArcGIS Enterprise

ArcGIS Online

Python/ArcPy

ModelBuilder

FME

QGIS

CAD/BIM

Job description

Department: PlanningSalary:Commensurate with Experience/EducationDepartment:PlanningSalary: Commensurate withExperience/Education

Description:

The Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Analyst supports campusplanning, operations, research, and public engagement by building,maintaining, and analyzing geospatial datasets and creatinghigh-quality maps, dashboards, and web apps.

• Collects, cleans, and maintains geospatial datasets (parcels,buildings, utilities, land use, mobility, environmental layers)using ESRI ArcGIS Pro/Enterprise/Online and related tools.
• Produces cartographically sound maps, web maps, and StoryMapsfor planning studies, capital projects, emergency response, andcampus wayfinding.
• Builds and manages campus basemaps, feature services, andsymbology libraries; ensures consistent standards acrossprojects.
• Performs spatial analyses (network, proximity, suitability,density, overlay, 3D scene/visibility) and summarizes results inclear tables, graphics, and dashboards.
• Develops repeatable workflows for recurring analyses (e.g.,space utilization, mobility and access, sustainability metrics,environmental risk).
• Integrates CAD/BIM, survey, and remote-sensing (e.g., LiDAR,aerial imagery)into GIS; reconciles coordinate systems anddimensional accuracy.
• Establishes metadata, versioning, QA/QC checks, and datagovernance aligned with university standards.
• Documents processes and maintains a data catalog for campusstakeholders.
• Configures ArcGIS dashboards, web apps, and features editingexperiences for non-technical users.
• Uses Python/ArcPy, ModelBuilder, and/or FME to automate ETL,data validation, and map production.
• Supports geospatial components of regulatory reporting(e.g., environmental, ADA accessibility, safety zones) and dataprivacy requirements.
• Maintains continuity plans for GIS services and contributesto emergency mapping when needed.
• Performs other job-related as assigned.

Department is willing to accept education in lieu ofexperience.

MQ: Education: Requires a thorough understanding of boththeoretical and practical aspects of an analytical, technical orprofessional discipline; or the basic knowledge of more than oneprofessional discipline. Knowledge of the discipline is normallyobtained through a formal, directly job-related 4-year degree froma college or university or an equivalent in-depth specializedtraining program that is directly related to the type of work beingperformed.

Preferred: Degree in Geography/Geospatial Science, UrbanPlanning, Environmental Science, GIS, Computer Science, or relatedfield or associate's degree with 2- 5 years of professional GISexperience (higher-education or public sector preferred).

Experience: Requires a minimum of three (3) years of directlyjob-related experience. Preferred: Experience integrating CAD/BIM,survey, and remote sensing into campus GIS. 3D GIS (Scene Viewer,ArcGIS Urban), network analysis, and mobility/accessibilitymodeling. Familiarity with open-source tools (QGIS), cloud GIS, andversioned enterprise geodatabases. Prior work supporting campusplanning, facilities management, sustainability programs, oremergency operations.

Certification/Licensing: None.