"GIS Specialist I"

Hiring Department

The Missouri Spatial Data Information Service housed within the department of Geography in the College of Arts & Science

Job Description

The Missouri Spatial Data Information Service supports the mission and employees of both the State of Missouri Office of Geospatial Information and the University of Missouri. The individual hired for this position will:

• Perform GIS analysis, spatial modeling, and cartography in support of user and workgroup needs.
• Perform data management tasks.
• Creates web interactive and printable static cartographic displays.
• Create, manipulate, and maintain a comprehensive library of spatial databases and layers.
• Assist in the research of innovative new implementations of GIS to solve department problems.

Shift

Monday-Friday, 7:30 am - 4:30pm

Minimum Qualifications

A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience and at least 1 year of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two or more years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired.
• Experience with ESRI ArcGIS Pro, ESRI ArcGIS Online, and/or ESRI Experience Builder.
• Strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills for both technical and non-technical audiences.

Anticipated Hiring Range

Anticipated Hiring Range: $18.87-26.87 per hour
Grade: GGS 008
University Title: Geographic Information System Specialist
Internal applicants can determine their University title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.

Sponsorship Information

Visa Sponsorship Information: Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. The University will not sponsor applicants for this position for employment visas.

Other Information

This position is located on the campus of the University of Missouri-Columbia. Candidates must live in the state of Missouri or be willing to relocate prior to the hire date. Candidates must be available for reliable and consistent onsite work.

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.