Landscape Analyst (GIS Analyst)

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Job description

Department

CAPITAL PLANNING (UA-UART-IUBLA)

Department Information

Capital Planning and Facilities (CPF) works to ensure that IU campuses are beautiful, functional, and sustainable while supporting excellence in teaching, learning, research, and community engagement across the entire university.

A unit within Capital Planning and Facilities, the Landscape Architecture division designs functional and inspiring outdoor space. Landscape Architecture plans, designs, and manages all site and landscape improvements for new construction and the renovation of existing facilities at Indiana University. Landscape Architecture staff also help create master, land use, and open space plans that guide the future development of all IU campuses.

At CPF, we believe diversity, equity, and inclusion are inseparable from our mission to create campuses and communities that keep our faculty, staff and students feeling safe, supported and included. CPF cares about each individual and the unique background and capabilities they bring to our team. It is through these diverse experiences and perspectives that we will thrive in the future as a team that actively represents Indiana University's commitment to diversity and equity.

Job Summary

The landscape analyst collects, documents, organizes, maintains, and analyzes site and landscape assets within the University-wide system (all campuses).

Department-Specific Responsibilities

• Performs field collection of site and landscape asset data using software and other field measurement equipment.
• Documents and organizes assets meeting University standards and collaborate with related units to maintain current and accurate data.
• Conducts complex GIS data analysis; designs and develops various data modeling (maps and CAD drawings) and/or data analysis reports; implements quality control procedures for all deliverables.
• Coordinates and supports multiple campus GIS Basemaps and data, associated relational databases and related interactive mapping applications.
• Conducts geospatial analysis, develop conversion strategies, and apply topology.
• Utilizes raster and vector-based GIS models.
• Coordinates and manages the maintenance and production of campus base map in GIS and CAD.
• Designs, queries and produces custom maps as requested for all IU campuses.
• Evaluates and categorizes inventory collection priorities. Documents procedures used for collection processes and revises as needed to stay current with overall departmental goals and objectives, customer needs and new technology.
• Reviews and coordinates CAD/GIS deliverables to ensure they are complete and documents are routed to correct unit for inclusion in map updates.
• Researches and stays informed on CAD and GIS-related software and technologies.
• Recommends initiatives to ensure IU remains effective in its use of graphical information and work with users to leverage the full potential of the data being collected.
• Communicates regularly with internal and external stakeholders to exchange data, resolve questions, and share information as needed.

General Responsibilities

• Conducts complex GIS data analysis; designs and develops various data modeling (charts, graphs, maps) and/or data analysis reports; implements quality control procedures for all deliverables.
• Develops, maintains, updates, and monitors complex GIS datasets and databases; ensures data integrity and data quality control.
• Performs complex data review, conversion, and transformation to support GIS research and projects.
• Responds to requests for GIS information; designs and creates complex custom reports, maps and other electronic information using GIS systems; communicates regularly with internal and external stakeholders to exchange data, resolve questions, and share information as needed.
• Ensures proper documentation related to GIS data as applicable.
• May provide GIS software and other related training as requested/applicable.

Qualifications

Combinations of related education and experience may be considered. Education beyond the minimum required may be substituted for work experience. Work experience beyond the minimum required may be substituted for education.

EDUCATION

Required

• Bachelor's degree

Preferred

• Bachelor's degree in geographic information systems, geology, information/data science, or related scientific field. Landscape Architecture, geography or a related field
• Master's degree geographic information science, geography, landscape architecture, environmental studies or related field.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Required

• 2 years of data management and analysis or related experience using GIS applications and software

Preferred

• 2 years of experience in capital asset management using geographic information systems (GIS) and computed aided drafting (CAD) technologies.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES

Required

• Valid driver's license and ability to be insured by Indiana University upon date of hire

SKILLS

Required

• Proficient communication skills
• Maintains a high degree of professionalism
• Demonstrated time management and priority setting skills
• Demonstrates a high commitment to quality
• Possesses flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment
• Seeks to acquire knowledge in area of specialty
• Highly thorough and dependable
• Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under pressure
• Strong familiarity and knowledge of Microsoft SQL Server or other relational databases
• Strong familiarity and knowledge of ArcGIS desktop software
• Strong programming/scripting skills

Preferred

• Thorough comprehension of parametric object-based modeling and geospatial analysis/mapping.
• General understanding of field measurement techniques using GIS field applications
• Software expertise in Microsoft Office Suite, Relational Database such as Microsoft SQL Server, Access, ESRI ArcGIS, and Autodesk AutoCAD

Working Conditions / Demands

This role requires the ability to effectively communicate and to operate a computer and other standard office productivity equipment. The position involves sedentary work as well as periods of time moving around an office environment and the campus. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.

Work Location

Bloomington, Indiana

This is an in-person position

Benefits Overview

For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:

• Multiple plan options for medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Health Savings Account with generous IU contribution
• Life insurance, LTD, and AD&D options
• Base retirement plan contribution from IU, subject to vesting
• Additional supplemental retirement plan options
• Tuition benefit for IU classes
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Learn more about our benefits by reviewing our online Benefits Brochure.

Job Classification

Career Level: Career

FLSA: Exempt

Job Function: Research

Job Family: Geological Sciences & Survey
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Posting Disclaimer

This posting is scheduled to close at 11:59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date.

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Equal Employment Opportunity

Indiana University is an equal employment and affirmative action employer and a provider of ADA services. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual qualifications. Indiana University prohibits discrimination based on age, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status. Indiana University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admission, as required by Title IX. Questions or complaints regarding Title IX may be referred to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights or the university Title IX Coordinator. See Indiana University's Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information.

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