Purdue University
Associate GIS Analyst - Utilities
Purdue University, West Lafayette, Indiana, United States, 47907
Job Summary
The Associate GIS Analyst for Utilities provides support for the mapping and analysis for Purdue West Lafayette campus owned utilities distribution systems. The position is responsible for the datasets supporting the maintenance of utilities distribution data serving the WL campus proper, adjacent centers and identified lands within the Purdue University System. You will maintain and update existing datasets, create new datasets. You will also create and publish maps, apps, and other tools that facilitate safe and reliable campus utilities operations and planning across multiple units and agencies performing work on campus. As well as create documentation of processes and standards. This position will aid in the coordination and validation for biennial infrastructure inventory reporting and collaborate with distribution system owners, clients, and departmental partners to respond to questions, requests. You will produce both hardcopy and electronic map products that aid in business continuation, reports, and presentation materials.
As the GIS Analyst will create, develop, maintain, and enhance campus utility map data for Purdue University West Lafayette campus and extended area for use throughout Purdue University Physical Facilities and other departments of Purdue University and relevant agencies. You will be responsible for the creation, maintenance, and enhancement of utility maps for water, sewer, gas, electric, steam, and other utility distribution systems for the Purdue West Lafayette campus, including relevant energy and metering information. This position will collaborate with distribution system owners, clients, and departmental partners to respond to questions, requests. You will also create and maintain static maps and dynamic, interactive web maps, designs cartographic products that are visually appealing, informative, and easy to use and interpret. Take lead in the design, creation, maintenance, and implementation of geographic data resources in support of utility and asset management. Performs data entry, annotates, edits and manipulates data to create final maps, data and online products.
This is a dual level posting where the hiring manager will determine the level based upon the candidate's education and experience.
About Us:
The Facilities Information Services staff organize, maintain, preserve and provide access to information systems and resources that support the University's facilities, lands and infrastructure.
Geographic Information Services (GIS) provides mapping and data for many applications to support Administrative Operations and the University, including the creation and maintenance of building floor plans, utilities mapping, base mapping, property mapping and other related projects. Computer Aided Design (CAD) services include the maintenance and technical support of CAD software throughout Administrative Operations.Innovative Projects: Join our team and be at the forefront of groundbreaking projects.Collaborative Environment: Work in a highly collaborative environment where your ideas are valued and innovation is encouraged.Professional Growth: Take advantage of numerous opportunities for professional growth and development.Impactful Work: Contribute to meaningful projects that have a real impact on our community and beyond.Supportive Culture: You can be part of a supportive and inclusive culture that fosters creativity and teamwork.When you join Purdue University, you join a community that keeps moving forward. For more than 150 years, we've been known for not only our groundbreaking work in STEM research, but also for our collective imagination, ingenuity and innovation.
What We're Looking For:
Education and Experience Needed:
Bachelor's of Science (4-year degree) in an accredited Geography, Computer Science, Engineering, Geomatics or Information Technology curriculum or experience/training equivalent to a 4-year degree.Up to one (1) year of relevant recent experience with utility systems design, maintenance, and mapping.Relevant Computer aided design (CAD) and geographic information system (GIS) industry-standard software packagesExperience creating and delivering user-based GIS tools and servicesConsideration will be given to an equivalent combination of related education and required work experiencePreferred:
ArcGIS experienceFor the GIS Analyst (P2) you will need the above and following:
Minimum of two (2) to three (3) years of relevant recent experience with utility systems design, maintenance, and mapping for steam, chilled water, natural gas distribution, electric distribution, telecommunications, outdoor lighting, and utility polesTwo (2) years of recent relevant Computer aided design (CAD) or geographic information system (GIS) industry-standard software packagesThe ideal candidate will have a strong background in GIS, utility tools, network modeling, and data managementPreferred:
Experience developing and delivering formal and informal instruction on GIS tools and services specific to client needsSkills Required:
As the Associate GIS Analyst (P1) you will need the following:
Understanding of processes involved with the creation, maintenance, and analysis of utility maps and analysis in a research university campus environment or city planning type of environmentGood understanding of GIS and computer aided design (CAD) software and use of relational databasesKnowledge of GIS products, resources, and applications specific to the utilities distribution and management industryData management skills require excellent written communication with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail, with the ability to proactively and regularly check own workHighly motivated individual who will take the initiative to communicate problems and meet deadlinesAbility to:
accurately compile, review, and interpret geospatial databuild connected work relationships among a diverse workforce at all levelsmaintain confidentiality and use tact and discretion while working with sensitive information is a must
Able to read and interpret blueprints, plans, reports, studies, and related deliverable documents from contractors and staffA learning orientation towards obtaining and maintaining proficiency in relevant emerging technologiesThe GIS Analyst (P2) will need the above and following for the position:
Strong understanding of the process involved with the creation, maintenance, and analysis of utility maps and energy analysis in a research university campus environment or city planning type of environmentDemonstrated proficiency in computer aided design (CAD) software and use of relational databasesKnowledge of GIS products, resources, and applications specific to the utilities distribution and management industryHigh degree of accuracy and attention to detail, with the ability to check own work required.Excellent interpersonal and communication skillsAbility to:
adopt a learning orientation towards obtaining and maintaining proficiency in relevant emerging technologieswork both independently and in a team
Additional Information:
Purdue University will not sponsor employment authorization for this positionA background check will be required for employment in this positionFLSA: Exempt (Not Eligible for Overtime)Retirement Eligibility: Defined Contribution Waiting PeriodBenefit Statement: Purdue University offers a substantial Benefit Package including medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous paid time off package for sick and vacation days
Who We Are:
Purdue is a community built on collaboration, with global perspectives, Boilermaker pride and endless opportunity to live, learn and grow. Join us and contribute to our culture.
EEO / AA
Purdue University is an EOE/AA employer. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.
The Associate GIS Analyst for Utilities provides support for the mapping and analysis for Purdue West Lafayette campus owned utilities distribution systems. The position is responsible for the datasets supporting the maintenance of utilities distribution data serving the WL campus proper, adjacent centers and identified lands within the Purdue University System. You will maintain and update existing datasets, create new datasets. You will also create and publish maps, apps, and other tools that facilitate safe and reliable campus utilities operations and planning across multiple units and agencies performing work on campus. As well as create documentation of processes and standards. This position will aid in the coordination and validation for biennial infrastructure inventory reporting and collaborate with distribution system owners, clients, and departmental partners to respond to questions, requests. You will produce both hardcopy and electronic map products that aid in business continuation, reports, and presentation materials.
As the GIS Analyst will create, develop, maintain, and enhance campus utility map data for Purdue University West Lafayette campus and extended area for use throughout Purdue University Physical Facilities and other departments of Purdue University and relevant agencies. You will be responsible for the creation, maintenance, and enhancement of utility maps for water, sewer, gas, electric, steam, and other utility distribution systems for the Purdue West Lafayette campus, including relevant energy and metering information. This position will collaborate with distribution system owners, clients, and departmental partners to respond to questions, requests. You will also create and maintain static maps and dynamic, interactive web maps, designs cartographic products that are visually appealing, informative, and easy to use and interpret. Take lead in the design, creation, maintenance, and implementation of geographic data resources in support of utility and asset management. Performs data entry, annotates, edits and manipulates data to create final maps, data and online products.
This is a dual level posting where the hiring manager will determine the level based upon the candidate's education and experience.
About Us:
The Facilities Information Services staff organize, maintain, preserve and provide access to information systems and resources that support the University's facilities, lands and infrastructure.
Geographic Information Services (GIS) provides mapping and data for many applications to support Administrative Operations and the University, including the creation and maintenance of building floor plans, utilities mapping, base mapping, property mapping and other related projects. Computer Aided Design (CAD) services include the maintenance and technical support of CAD software throughout Administrative Operations.Innovative Projects: Join our team and be at the forefront of groundbreaking projects.Collaborative Environment: Work in a highly collaborative environment where your ideas are valued and innovation is encouraged.Professional Growth: Take advantage of numerous opportunities for professional growth and development.Impactful Work: Contribute to meaningful projects that have a real impact on our community and beyond.Supportive Culture: You can be part of a supportive and inclusive culture that fosters creativity and teamwork.When you join Purdue University, you join a community that keeps moving forward. For more than 150 years, we've been known for not only our groundbreaking work in STEM research, but also for our collective imagination, ingenuity and innovation.
What We're Looking For:
Education and Experience Needed:
Bachelor's of Science (4-year degree) in an accredited Geography, Computer Science, Engineering, Geomatics or Information Technology curriculum or experience/training equivalent to a 4-year degree.Up to one (1) year of relevant recent experience with utility systems design, maintenance, and mapping.Relevant Computer aided design (CAD) and geographic information system (GIS) industry-standard software packagesExperience creating and delivering user-based GIS tools and servicesConsideration will be given to an equivalent combination of related education and required work experiencePreferred:
ArcGIS experienceFor the GIS Analyst (P2) you will need the above and following:
Minimum of two (2) to three (3) years of relevant recent experience with utility systems design, maintenance, and mapping for steam, chilled water, natural gas distribution, electric distribution, telecommunications, outdoor lighting, and utility polesTwo (2) years of recent relevant Computer aided design (CAD) or geographic information system (GIS) industry-standard software packagesThe ideal candidate will have a strong background in GIS, utility tools, network modeling, and data managementPreferred:
Experience developing and delivering formal and informal instruction on GIS tools and services specific to client needsSkills Required:
As the Associate GIS Analyst (P1) you will need the following:
Understanding of processes involved with the creation, maintenance, and analysis of utility maps and analysis in a research university campus environment or city planning type of environmentGood understanding of GIS and computer aided design (CAD) software and use of relational databasesKnowledge of GIS products, resources, and applications specific to the utilities distribution and management industryData management skills require excellent written communication with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail, with the ability to proactively and regularly check own workHighly motivated individual who will take the initiative to communicate problems and meet deadlinesAbility to:
accurately compile, review, and interpret geospatial databuild connected work relationships among a diverse workforce at all levelsmaintain confidentiality and use tact and discretion while working with sensitive information is a must
Able to read and interpret blueprints, plans, reports, studies, and related deliverable documents from contractors and staffA learning orientation towards obtaining and maintaining proficiency in relevant emerging technologiesThe GIS Analyst (P2) will need the above and following for the position:
Strong understanding of the process involved with the creation, maintenance, and analysis of utility maps and energy analysis in a research university campus environment or city planning type of environmentDemonstrated proficiency in computer aided design (CAD) software and use of relational databasesKnowledge of GIS products, resources, and applications specific to the utilities distribution and management industryHigh degree of accuracy and attention to detail, with the ability to check own work required.Excellent interpersonal and communication skillsAbility to:
adopt a learning orientation towards obtaining and maintaining proficiency in relevant emerging technologieswork both independently and in a team
Additional Information:
Purdue University will not sponsor employment authorization for this positionA background check will be required for employment in this positionFLSA: Exempt (Not Eligible for Overtime)Retirement Eligibility: Defined Contribution Waiting PeriodBenefit Statement: Purdue University offers a substantial Benefit Package including medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous paid time off package for sick and vacation days
Who We Are:
Purdue is a community built on collaboration, with global perspectives, Boilermaker pride and endless opportunity to live, learn and grow. Join us and contribute to our culture.
EEO / AA
Purdue University is an EOE/AA employer. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.