Geographic Info Systems Specialist

🔍 Land, Buildings and Real Estate, Redwood City, California, United States

📁: Information Technology Services

📅   : Mar 01, 2024 Post Date

📅   : 102422 Requisition #

Land, Buildings & Real Estate (LBRE) is the operational core of Stanford University’s physical campus. LBRE constructs and maintains the Stanford campus, where advancements across the academic spectrum are made possible. Our work is founded upon the collective value of dedication, innovation, expertise, teamwork, and continuous improvement. We are committed to serving the university’s academic mission, as well as preserving and enhancing Stanford’s 8,180 acres, and pride ourselves on supporting the teaching and research of the university as “Caretakers of a Legacy."
Land, Building, and Real Estate is seeking a candidate to fulfill a GIS position to provide support to IT-Applications team. The position will be responsible for developing and supporting mapping applications and conducting spatial analysis tasks to support the operational core of Stanford University’s campus. This position provides an opportunity to gain hands-on experience working with GIS software and build essential professional skills in a business environment.

Who you are:

You love using technology of all types.
You’ve been drawing maps before you could spell your own name.
You know Geography should be a required subject in all schools.
You took the same Geography course 3 times in a row, just for fun.
Some people think peanut butter and jelly is the greatest pair – You know Geography and Information Systems is the greatest pair, EVER.
Reading maps is not just a weekend hobby for you, its’s an art.
You are so organized; they know you on first name basis at the Container Store

What will I do as a GIS Specialist:

You will have the opportunity to travel around campus [bike, golf cart, electric scooters] to view what the maps represent.
You will assist in developing the maps that everyone sees [staff, faculty, visitors].
You will take data and digitize it into map information.
You will transfer hardcopy data into our enterprise geodatabase.
You will interact with multiple departments and build relationships.
As you discover new solutions to problems you will be able to share that knowledge with others by documenting it in our wiki and customer facing website.
* Other duties may also be assigned.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Some responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Create maps, charts, tables, graphs and graphics using GIS and related software. Identify attributes to be associated with mapped features and link to features as data are collected, surveyed or drafted.
Develop and maintain geospatial databases. Conduct research to locate and obtain existing databases. Correct data to ensure highest degree of accuracy.
Compile geographic data from a variety of sources including censuses, field observations, GPS, satellite imagery, aerial photographs, and existing maps.
Analyze and integrate spatial data for geographic statistics to incorporate into documents and reports.
Identify and display geographic relationships among varying types of data.
Enter new map data through use of a digitizer or by direct input of coordinate information using various cartographic methods.
Work with clients to identify data needs.
Move, copy, delete and add files, drawings, and maps to output reports in hard copy or for electronic transfer.
Assess user needs and requirements.
Design and develop mapping applications that may involve sophisticated GIS data manipulation.
Maintain and update existing GIS applications.
Troubleshoot and solve technical problems.
Create GIS Applications to meet reporting and analysis needs.
Design and implement user and operations training programs.
Document changes in software for end users.
Follow team software development methodology.
Serve as technical resource with respect to GIS applications.

Requirements:

Background in information technology, programming, full stack exposure would be ideal.
Ability to quickly gain proficiency in new technologies.
Strong communication skills.
A strong interest and background in GIS (geographic information systems) and location services.
Organized, with an ability to prioritize time-sensitive assignments.
Creative, Curious and Flexible.

Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree and three years of relevant experience or a combination of education and relevant experience

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Working knowledge of ESRI GIS Software; ArcGIS Pro, ArcMap, ArcGIS Online, Geodatabase.
Working knowledge of graphic image editing software; (Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop).
Basic understanding of industry standard scripting languages.
Understanding of topologic types and relationships and database design elements.
Able to coordinate and execute simple design projects.
Good written and verbal communication skills.
Experience reading and interpreting maps, engineering and architectural drawings.
Possess cartographic aptitude with ability to complete basic mathematical and statistical calculations.
Able to work independently and as part of a team. Able to use engineering blueprint copier, plotters, scanners and printers where applicable.
Solid comprehension of coordinate systems, longitude, latitude, elevation, topography and map scales.
Knowledge of ETL tools (FME & ArcModel Builder).
Creating and maintaining documentation in collaborative web based technology Google Docs and Google Sheets.
Strong experience working with Spatial data.
Basic understanding of any scripting languages such as ArcPy

Note: Not all unique aspects of the job are covered by this job description

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Constantly perform desk-based computer tasks.
Frequently sit, grasp lightly/fine manipulation.
Occasionally stand/walk, writing by hand.
Rarely use a telephone, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 10 pounds

WORKING CONDITIONS:

May work extended hours, evening and weekends.

WORK STANDARDS:

Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations.
Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned.
Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University's Administrative Guide, http://adminguide.stanford.edu.

This role is open to candidates anywhere in the United States. Stanford University has five Regional Pay Structures. The compensation for this position will be based on the location of the successful candidate.

The expected pay range for this position is $82,000 to $135,000 per annum.

Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location, and external market pay for comparable jobs.

At Stanford University, base pay represents only one aspect of the comprehensive rewards package. The Cardinal at Work website (https://cardinalatwork.stanford.edu/benefits-rewards) provides detailed information on Stanford’s extensive range of benefits and rewards offered to employees. Specifics about the rewards package for this position may be discussed during the hiring process.

Final offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of national criminal background check, national sex offender registry search and, where applicable, driving record.

Why Stanford is for You

Imagine a world without search engines or social platforms. Consider lives saved through first-ever organ transplants and research to cure illnesses. Stanford University has revolutionized the way we live and enrich the world. Supporting this mission is our diverse and dedicated 17,000 staff. We seek talent driven to impact the future of our legacy. Our culture and unique perks empower you with:

Freedom to grow. We offer career development programs, tuition reimbursement, or course auditing. Join a TedTalk, film screening, or listen to a renowned author or global leader speak.
A caring culture. We provide superb retirement plans, generous time-off, and family care resources.
A healthier you. Climb our rock wall or choose from hundreds of health or fitness classes at our world-class exercise facilities. We also provide excellent health care benefits.
Discovery and fun. Stroll through historic sculptures, trails, and museums.
Enviable resources. Enjoy free commuter programs, ridesharing incentives, discounts and more

The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.

Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact Stanford University Human Resources at stanfordelr@stanford.edu. For all other inquiries, please submit a contact form.

Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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