Job Details

GIS Specialist-Team Lead Position

Position Location: Schofield Barracks, Hawaii

Work Location: Position is fully in-office/in-person

Research Professional Position: Yes

Posting Number: 202501139AP

Position Type: Admin Professional/ Research Professional

Classification Title: Prof/Indiv Contrib II

Number of Vacancies: 1

Work Hours/Week: 40

Proposed Annual Salary Range: $70,000 to $80,000

Employee Benefits: Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it's a thriving community that's transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.

Desired Start Date: To be determined

Position End Date: N/A

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on 09/08/2025

Description of Work Unit: CEMML is a research, education, and service unit within the Warner College of Natural Resources at Colorado State University (CSU). CEMML applies the latest and most appropriate science to promote the sustainable management of natural and cultural resources on Department of Defense (DoD) and other public lands. We provide technical support, conduct applied research, and offer career development and learning opportunities to support resource stewardship. We collaborate with our sponsors and within CSU to resolve complex environmental issues, leaving a legacy of science-based decisions that sustain our resources for future generations.

Position Summary: A GIS Specialist-Team Lead position is available with the Center for Environmental Management of Military Lands (CEMML). The position is located at Wheeler Army Airfield which is located on Schofield Barracks, Oahu, Hawaii. This position is responsible for managing the project tasks to support the US Army Garrison Hawaii environmental GIS database and intranet site. The project provides GIS and spatial services support to the US Army Garrison Hawaii (USAG-HI) Directorate of Public Works (DPW) environmental GIS database and Master Planning Division intranet site to include civil infrastructure and utilities. Responsibilities include updating and editing GIS data as needed, field data collection with GPS and map creation and printing. The employee will also be responsible for ensuring the GIS data meets all data standards outlined by the Army.

Required Job Qualifications:

• A BS or BA degree.
• 3-years' experience in the management of geospatial data or similar relevant experience.
• Experience with the ESRI suite of products or similar relevant experience.
• Must have a valid driver's license or the ability to obtain a driver's license by the employment start date.
• The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. by proposed start date; CEMML will not provide visa sponsorship for this position.

Preferred Job Qualifications:

• BS/BA degree in GIS or closely related field with GIS course work.
• Demonstrated experience in the updating and creation of spatial data including digitizing, editing, attributing, creation of maps, spatial analysis and geo-processing functions using ESRI ArcGIS Pro.
• Project management/team leadership experience.
• Knowledge of Enterprise GIS systems and ESRI Online.
• Experience working with vector-based data for civil infrastructure and asset management including utilities.
• Experience automating processes using Python, Model Builder, FME or similar methods.
• Experience with CADD and SDSFIE datasets.
• Experience using AutoCAD, MicroStation or other similar programs.
• Experience working in highly structured organizations, such as governmental agencies, the military or corporations, with established lines of authority, procedures, and protocols.
• Knowledge/experience of hardware and software maintenance for Windows systems.
• Knowledge of Army GIS and IT directives, guidance, regulations and processes.

Essential Duties

• Job Duty Category: GIS analysis and program support
• Update existing databases linked to the DPW GIS interfaces on local server.
• Collect, create and maintain geospatial data, record and map GPS data, and create and maintain databases.
• Maintenance includes the creation of thematic mapping with various software applications.
• Administer DPW's CADD and GIS software from installation and configuration to upgrading and troubleshooting services on servers and client workstations.
• Project overlay maps along with updating of project utilities, land use, and planning.
• Respond to program requests to produce specialized maps, drawings, and charts.
• Update the DPW's drawing management system to include scanning drawings, inputting the scan files, examining each file to collect attribute data, and inputting the drawing attributes.
• Administration includes the maintenance of GIS user access accounts, troubleshooting software problems, and installation and configuration of software on servers and client workstations.
• Job Duty Category: Emergency Planning and Community Right to Know Act (EPCRA) Tier II and Toxic Release Inventory (TRI) program support
• Maintain EPCRA database and prepare maps from the GIS database for Teir II and TRI annual reports.
• Job Duty Category: Share Drive Support
• Provide Share drive support to users for the storage and management of Environmental data to include Share drive backup, space allocations, and trouble ticket responses.
• Job Duty Category: Project Management
• Summarize monthly work tasks into monthly progress report.
• Responsible for overall management, organization, and execution of GIS tasks on project.
• Job Duty Category: Administration
• Submit leave requests/reports, track training/certification requirements.

Application Details

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications in the announcement to be considered for hire. Apply no later than September 08, 2025 for full consideration. Mailed or emailed applications will not be accepted. Upload each of the items below individually as a Word Document (.doc), PDF (.pdf), or Rich Text Format (.rtf). Please note that incomplete applications cannot be considered. Please remove social security numbers and birth dates from application materials. A complete application consists of:

• Statement of Qualifications (one-page letter addressing each qualification described in the announcement) uploaded in the 'Cover Letter' slot.
• Resume
• References please include within your application contact information for 3 professional references including at least one supervisor. References will not be contacted without prior notification to candidates.

CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact. Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

Conditions of Employment: Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires), Valid Driver's License, Special Requirements/Other

Search Contact: Peter Anzalone, ...@colostate.edu

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References Requested: Minimum Requested 3 Maximum Requested 3