Junior Specialist (Geographic Information System) (University of Hawai'i Center on the Family)

Junior Specialist (Geographic Information System), position number 85556, tenure track, to begin approximately September 2008, or soon thereafter. Duties: Apply GIS technologies and provide spatial database management to support research and outreach activities relating to family well-being: (1) review, acquire, and process maps, aerial imagery and photographs; (2) maintain and manage spatial and tabular data databases and SDE servers; (3) design and implement geo-coding applications dealing with large scale street address databases; (4) analyze geo data and produce maps and summary information; (5) develop spatial measures using geo-statistics; and (6) develop and maintain data storage and retrieval mechanisms for dynamic and interactive mapping web applications. Serve as a liaison with community partners. Teach courses, workshops and/or seminars. Provide service to the University and community.

Minimum qualifications: Master’s degree in geography, ecology, urban planning, natural science, information and computer sciences, or related field. At least one year of work experience in processing, analyzing and presenting GIS datasets. Demonstrated skills in (1) using Microsoft Office Professional; (2) geo-coding, (3) developing hardcopy and online map products; (4) working with relational databases; and (5) acquiring and managing spatial databases. Knowledge of basic geographical and general statistics. Working knowledge of ESRI ArcGIS 9.0 or above, AutoDesk MAP 3D, SDE, IMS and graphic applications. Ability to collaborate effectively with persons from diverse backgrounds. Demonstrated familiarity with GIS data and resources. Strong documentation and communication skills. Desirable qualifications: Professional certification in GIS and SQL database programming and/or administration. Familiarity with GIS data and resources for the State of Hawaii. Experience with (1) statistical packages, (2) MapObject programming, and (3) system analysis or software development. Skills in website development. To apply: Send letter of application describing the applicant’s fit with this position; curriculum vita; official university transcripts; samples of professional work; and the name, mailing address, phone number, and email address of three persons who will provide confidential letters of reference. Arrange to have the three letters of reference sent directly to the Search Committee Co-chair. Application address: Dr. Hosik Min, Search Committee Co-Chair, University of Hawaii Center on the Family, College of Tropical Agriculture & Human Resources, 2515 Campus Road, Honolulu, HI 96822. Inquiries: Hosik Min 808-956-3339 hosik@hawaii.edu Continuous recruitment. Review of applications will begin on July 15, 2008 and will continue until the position is filled. The University of Hawai'i is an EEO/AA Institution.