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Geographic Information Systems Specialist

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Position Title

Geographic Information Systems Specialist

About this Opportunity

If you enjoy working in a vibrant service environment using GIS to energize learning, research, and digital scholarship, this job could be right for you! Ball State University Libraries is searching for a talented collaborator to be the next Geographic Information Systems ( GIS ) Specialist. You will have a major impact on students and faculty, leading support for complex GIS solutions used by over 100 students daily and over 2,200 students and faculty annually, from over 23 academic departments and programs. This position manages Ball State’s ESRI ArcGIS and Hexagon ERDAS solution licenses and software, and significant GIS datasets. The Libraries’ GIS support is very robust and includes StoryMaps and datasets. Today, over 27,000 items exist in the Ball State ArcGIS account! The Libraries is at the center of the campus experience for members of the Ball State community, and we invite you to consider joining us in our mission to create “transformative experiences for diverse communities of learners.”

Our Statement on Inclusiveness

At Ball State University, inclusiveness and freedom of expression are a part of our enduring values and inform all of our efforts. We encourage applicants to familiarize themselves with our Inclusive Excellence Plan to learn more about our commitment and to identify how you might contribute to these efforts.

Benefits and Community

Ball State University offers an excellent benefits package for eligible positions. Click here to explore options.
  • Affordable Healthcare

  • Retirement

  • Tuition Remission (For eligible employees, their dependents, and spouse)

  • Paid Parental Leave

  • Professional Development

Live Near Your Work - If you are considering living near the Ball State area, please visit the following link to learn more about relocation and living in east central Indiana:

https://www.bsu.edu/about/live-near-your-work

FLSA

Administrative Exemption

Hrs/Week

40

Length of Assignment

Full-Time At-Will

Position Function

Develop and lead reference, instructional, and consultation services for students, faculty, and community members pertaining to the use of geospatial data, including application software for remote sensing, cartography, and geographic information systems ( GIS ); administer GIS licenses for Environmental Systems Research Institute ( ESRI ) software campus-wide; develop University-wide and regional digital scholarship programming events surrounding GIS research; support an inclusive, diverse, and collaborative work environment and service culture to advance the strategic direction of the University Libraries.

Minimum Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in geography, geology, natural resources, computer science, or management information systems or related field.

Minimum Experience

Over one through three years of experience involving GIS support and training along with graphics application support and management.

Minimum Other

Working knowledge of basic Microsoft Office applications.

Authorization to work in the US

Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.

Preferred Education

Master’s degree in geography, geology, natural resources, computer science, management information systems, or related field; MLS / MLIS degree from an ALA accredited program.

Preferred Experience

Experience with promoting GIS and graphics applications for use in education and research; hold one or more training certifications from ESRI or another GIS association.

Preferred Other

Pre-Employment Screening

Requires successful completion of a background check and education verification.

Position Title(s) Supervised

None.

Required Certifications

EEO Statement

Ball State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.

About Ball State University

Ball State University is located in Muncie, Indiana, on an attractive campus 45 miles northeast of Indianapolis. Approximately 22,000 graduate and undergraduate students enroll in one of eight academic colleges that offer 120 undergraduate programs. We offer more than 140 master’s, doctoral, certificate, and specialist degrees, with many of them ranking among the best in the nation. We engage students in educational, research, and creative endeavors that empower our graduates to have fulfilling careers and meaningful lives enriched by lifelong learning and service, while we enhance the economic, environmental, and social vitality of our community, our state, and our world.

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Department

University Libraries:170090

Department Information

The minimum salary for this position is $54,000.

Department Email or Phone Number

765-285-5277

Duties & Responsibilities

Ranking

1

Job Duty

Provide, develop, and evaluate reference and research consultation services for students, faculty, researchers, and community members regarding GIS research methodologies and technology use; serve as collaborative research partner supporting faculty conducting digital scholarship projects pertaining to data mapping and visualization.

Ranking

2

Job Duty

Provide leadership supporting campus-wide geospatial technology implementation, updates, maintenance, and permission control; administer software site license contracts for all geospatial software used on campus.

Ranking

3

Job Duty

Design, develop, and lead instruction sessions for Ball State University students and other learners regarding effective GIS research and GIS software use to support information literacy and digital scholarship literacy learning outcomes.

Ranking

4

Job Duty

Develop, organize, and lead educational and instructional digital scholarship programming events regarding mapping and data visualization, including University Libraries workshops and other related GIS programming events.

Ranking

5

Job Duty

Serve as the systems administrator for GIS Research and Map Collection ( GRMC ) in the University Libraries by maintaining the facility’s hardware and software pertaining to GIS research.

Ranking

6

Job Duty

Actively participate in and positively contribute to the activities of the Libraries, university, and profession through such opportunities as related professional organizations, presentations, committee service, publication, etc.; keep abreast of professional literature and scholarly developments in areas of specialization and pursue opportunities for relevant professional development.

Ranking

7

Job Duty

Perform other related duties as assigned.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number

202301317P

Number of Vacancies

1

Desired Start Date

09/05/2023

Position End Date (if temporary)

Open Date

06/02/2023

Applications Accepted Through Date

07/05/2023

Open Until Filled

No

Information regarding transcripts

The option to upload transcripts is available. Original, official transcripts showing the highest related degree earned is required at the time of hire (even if obtained at BSU). Degree verification will be conducted.

Special Instructions Summary

Information for Applications Requiring a Cover Letter

In support of your application for this position, please prepare and submit a cover letter that describes how your qualifications and experiences align with the elements of the position description (or leadership profile). In your cover letter, please also describe how you have demonstrated a commitment to our University’s enduring values, including inclusiveness, which we define as a commitment “to respect and embrace equity, inclusion, and diversity in people, ideas, and opinions.”

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Applicant Documents
Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter
Optional Documents
  1. Undergraduate Transcripts
  2. Master's Transcripts


Company

Ball State

Founded in 1918 in Muncie, Indiana, the public research university has grown to more than 22500 students

Spirited and motivated, we learn, grow, and take flight. Our faculty and staff—everyone in our community—embrace students as learning partners from day one. In classrooms and labs, in immersive learning projects, on the sports fields—with creativity and determination—Cardinals Fly. We are grounded in our values, lifted by our knowledge, and go confidently upward toward ever greater opportunities. Ours is a simple promise: to challenge each other to excel. And with Beneficence as our guide—We Fly.

 

We are committed to excellence through a talented and diverse faculty and staff. Inclusiveness and freedom of expression are a part of our enduring values and inform all of our efforts. We engage students in educational, research, and creative endeavors that empower our graduates to have fulfilling careers and meaningful lives enriched by lifelong learning and service, while we enhance the economic, environmental, and social vitality of our community, our state, and our world. We are excited that you want to join us in these endeavors!

The university offers excellent benefits, including health care and retirement plans, tuition assistance for employees and dependents, and generous time off with pay. 

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