Job Description Summary / TWC Summary

The GIS/Research Director, Bullard Center for Environmental and Climate Justice is responsible for providing technical expertise and supervision for day-to-day implementation and operation of the GIS within the context of programs, research initiatives, and policy directives. The GIS/Research Director is also responsible for managing research projects involving the collection, analysis, and dissemination of geospatial data.

Essential Duties Summary

• Manage web-based/interactive GIS hardware and software for the Bullard Center including conducting evaluation of needs, licensing, recommendations for system and data architecture.
• Oversee and provide technical guidance regarding activity associated with implementation, operation, and enhancement of the GIS assistance and visualization for Bullard Center-associated research projects.
• Conduct research and development on new GIS related products and procedures.
• Summarize and convey relevant information to external community groups and partners in the HBCU CBO Gulf Coast Equity Consortium, HBCU Climate Change Consortium and National Black Environmental Justice Network.
• Develop and provide training to internal users on geospatial/big data management and other operational issues.
• Coordinate GIS data sharing and storage for external partners of the Bullard Center
• Maintain current knowledge of enterprise GIS technologies and developments in the field through relevant training, literature review and attendance at conferences and symposia.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.