Geographic Info Systems Specialist

Title: Geographic Info Systems Specialist

Employee Classification: Geographic Info Systems Spec

Campus: University of North Texas

Division: UNT-VP Finance & Admin

SubDivision-Department: UNT-Facilities

Department: UNT-Facilities-Gen-152000

Job Location: Denton

Salary: Salary commensurate with experience

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility:

About Us - Values Overview:

Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.

We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an inclusive environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.

Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at www.UNTSystem.edu .

Department Summary

At Facilities Information Services, we transform information into action and improve how people work together to get the job done. Our team of professionals are woven together by common threads of information management and operational support: building information modeling (BIM), business intelligence, capital planning, commercial property management, communications, construction contracting, geographic information systems (GIS), and records management. Our innovative services ensure the right information is available at the right time so that decisions and actions about the growth, maintenance, or day-to-day operations of the university are informed by the best quality information available.

Position Overview

This position takes a proactive approach to mapping campus assets and features using land survey equipment and techniques to capture the most accurate information about utilities, property, and assets. The position uses geographic information system (GIS) software to process data into an enterprise database and handles assignments to create dynamic and static map products.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
• Locate new and existing utilities through field observations.
• Operate global navigation satellite system (GNSS) mapping equipment in various environmental conditions, including equipment care and maintenance.
• Operate ArcGIS software for editing and managing datasets.
• Create various mapping products and applications using ArcGIS software and tools.
• Coordinate with personnel on infrastructure projects.
• All other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma/GED equivalent and two years' of professional related experience. Substitution of education for experience is allowed.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Operates and maintains mapping grade global navigation satellite system (GNSS) and land surveying equipment.
• Operates geographic information system (GIS) software for processing data, managing database information, and producing static and dynamic maps.
• Locates new and existing utilities through field observations and data collection using mapping equipment and techniques.
• Communicates with various personnel to keep track of construction activity and proactively seek opportunities to capture data about university infrastructure, property, and assets.
• Consistently completes expected duties in a timely manner without constant supervision. Accepts responsibility for own work and follows through on commitments.
• Promotes UNT Facilities' core values of Service, Integrity, and Excellence by conducting oneself in a respectful, honest, ethical, and customer-focused manner.
• Committed to maintaining a safe and secure work environment.
• Demonstrates punctuality and follows policies and procedures for absences, time and attendance.

Preferred Qualifications

* Experience operating high accuracy mapping equipment, particularly Trimble products.
* Proficiency with Esri ArcGIS applications, particularly ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online.
* Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
* Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with various personnel inside and outside the university.
* Experience working in a higher education environment.

Required License/Registration/Certifications

Possession of a valid Texas drivers license or ability to obtain within 30 days of employment; ability to drive a vehicle and maintain coverage under University liability insurance policy, if required to drive University vehicles.

Job Duties:

• Operates mapping grade GPS as well as land surveying equipment
• Operates ArcGIS software for data editing, integration and cartography.
• Locates new and existing utilities through field observations and data collection using GPS equipment.
• Maintains map directory, produces and publishes monthly Construction Obstruction Report.
• Conducts plan room research for data extraction.
• Consistently completes expected duties in a timely manner without constant supervision. Accepts responsibility for own work and follows through on commitments.
• Promotes Facilities core values of Service, Integrity, and Excellence by conducting oneself in a manner that is respectful, honest, ethical, and customer focused.
• Committed to maintaining a safe and secure work environment.
• Demonstrates punctuality and follows policies and procedures for absences, time and attendance

Work Schedule:

Monday - Thursday 7:30 am - 5:00 pm & Friday 7:30 am - 2:30 pm (one hour lunch each day)

Driving University Vehicle:

Yes

Security Sensitive:

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions:

Provide resume and cover letter. Provide references upon request.

Benefits:

For information regarding our Benefits, click here .

EEO Statement:

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit -- and takes actions to prevent -- discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence) and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System immediately investigates complaints of discrimination and takes remedial action when appropriate. The University of North Texas System also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist or participate in an investigative proceeding or hearing.