| GIS Services Specialist - University Library | |
| Provide support for GIS data-related coursework, research, and teaching. Assist researchers with geospatial needs including: locating and accessing data sets; helping users with geospatial analysis; using GIS software; employing cartographic principles to create maps; converting data to other formats. Provide patrons guidance on data management best practices. Provide public service to the university community via in-person consultation, chat, phone, and email. Plan, develop, and provide workshops and classes for finding, using, and creating GIS products. Maintain and build the University Library's access to spatial data, including openly accessible online datasets and commercial products. Ensure that GIS lab computer workstations, printers, and software are updated and in working order. Partner with appropriate departments to increase curation of spatial data. Under direction of the Specialized Collections Librarian, guide and develop the future of services and resources in the library GIS lab. Develop and maintain knowledge of trends in GIS data and library services. Coordinate marketing, outreach and public relations of the University Library's GIS services to the Texas State University community. Manage assigned special projects. Engage in appropriate professional development activities. | |
| The Albert B. Alkek Library at Texas State University is seeking qualified applicants for the position of GIS Services Specialist. This position directs the library's GIS support services and resources offered to the Texas State University community. The position oversees the Alkek Library GIS lab, including research assistance, statistical and geospatial software support, and instruction. | |
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SALARY AND BENEFITS: Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. Benefits include monthly contribution to health insurance/benefits package and retirement program. No state or local income tax. BACKGROUND CHECK: Employment with Texas State University ? San Marcos is contingent upon the outcome of a criminal history background check. This includes transfers and promotions from within. Texas State University is a tobacco-free campus. Smoking and the use of any tobacco product will not be allowed anywhere on Texas State property or in university owned or leased vehicles. The University Library advances the teaching and research mission of the University and supports students, faculty, and other researchers by providing user-centered services, comprehensive and diverse collections, individual and collaborative learning environments, and opportunities to learn, create, and discover. Learn more about the Library through our website at http://www.library.txstate.edu Texas State's more than 35,000 students choose from 96 bachelor's, 86 master's and 12 doctoral degree programs offered by the following colleges: Applied Arts, McCoy College of Business Administration, Education, Fine Arts and Communication, Health Professions, Liberal Arts, Science and Engineering, University College and the Graduate College. As an Emerging Research University, Texas State offers opportunities for discovery and innovation to faculty and students. YOU WILL BE REQUIRED TO ELECTRONICALLY ATTACH A RESUME AND COVER LETTER TO YOUR APPLICATION. Texas State University, to the extent not in conflict with federal or state law, prohibits discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, veterans' status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression. Texas State is committed to increasing the number of women and minorities in administrative and professional positions. Texas State University is a member of the Texas State University System. Texas State University is an EOE. |
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| Knowledge of GIS and cartography principles; ability to use geospatial software; ability to identify patrons' data needs and appropriate resources to meet needs; knowledge of data management best practices; strong oral and written communication skills; ability to create, refine, manage, and assess GIS programs and services to support the Texas State University community; ability to instruct within a traditional classroom, online, or hybrid environments; master's degree or higher in Geographic Information Systems or comparable degree, such as Geography or Urban Planning, with a concentration in GIS, or master's degree in Library and Information Science from an ALA-accredited institution. | |
| Demonstrated ability to conduct quantitative analysis to effectively provide GIS support; ability to identify appropriate materials and software, in various formats, to support the GIS lab and patron research; programming language such as Python or PHP. | |
| University Library | |
| Commensurate with experience | |
| Monthly | |
| 02-12-2015 | |
| Open Until Filled | |
| Exempt | |
| Full-Time | |
| M-F | |
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8am - 5 pm |