GIS Research Project Manager

The newly formed GIS Center at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater seeks an energetic and qualified Research Program Manager II to help establish and develop the Center. The new Center is focused on providing state-of-the-art on-line GIS mapping products and other GIS services to regional institutions and businesses. The Program Manager will manage the day-to-day operation of the Center including administrative and technical duties. Specific responsibilities include supervising student employees, conducting GIS project work, administrating the GIS data server, and marketing the Center to potential clients. The Program Manager works in cooperation with the GIS Center Director to prioritize Center projects, manage the Center’s budget, and help set the direction for the Center. The Center’s initial grant-funded project is to develop a variety of online business and economic tools to support regional economic development. The position is a great opportunity to grow and shape a new university program. The minimum requirements for the Program Manager are a Bachelors Degree in Geography or related discipline with two years of relevant work experience and/or a Masters Degree in Geography or related discipline. In addition, the applicant must have demonstrated technical skills in the following areas:

• ArcGIS analysis and cartography
• Interactive web mapping: Google Maps API or ArcGIS Online or Flash-based maps
• Dynamic web tools: JavaScript, HTML, CSS, and PHP
• Administration of ArcGIS server

In addition, the Project Manager must have excellent writing and oral communication skills, excellent time-management skills, and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision. He or she must be able to supervise others and manage their time to achieve project goals efficiently.

Preferred qualifications for the position include:

• Training in economic geography and business applications of GIS
• Interest and experience in education and research uses of GIS
• Grant writing interest and ability
• Experience in developing applications for mobile device platforms, e.g. iOS and Android

This position is a fixed-term academic staff appointment, is eligible for benefits provided to State of Wisconsin employees, and is subject to UW-Whitewater personnel rules. Fixed-term academic staff appointments are made on an annual basis, with renewal possible depending on performance and availability of funding. The position is currently funded by a three-year grant.

The Center is housed within the Geography and Geology Department at UW-Whitewater, which features state of the art research and teaching facilities, two dedicated GIS and remote sensing labs, and approximately 100 undergraduate majors. Whitewater, a community of 12,000 residents near the scenic Kettle Moraine State Forest in southeastern Wisconsin, is within convenient driving distance to the metropolitan areas of Milwaukee, Madison, and Chicago.

Complete application packet must include: (1) letter of interest that includes qualifications and experience; (2) resume or curriculum vita; (3) non-certified transcripts; and (4) three letters of reference. Electronic submissions preferred. Letter of recommendation must be sent from reference. Official transcripts will be required upon hiring.

Send application materials to:
Dr. Eric Compas
Department of Geography & Geology
800 W. Main Street, Upham Hall 120
Whitewater, WI 53190
Phone: 262-472-5126
Email: compase@uww.edu

Review of applicants will begin on November 15, 2010 and will continue until the position is filled. The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, and actively seeks and encourages applications from women, people of color, persons with disabilities, and all veterans. Names of applicants may be disclosed unless requested otherwise. Names of finalists will be released. New hire will be subject to a criminal background check as a condition of appointment.