Working Title
GIS Tech Analyst
Home Department
Facilities - 35200
Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
The Office of Facilities provides the complement of services necessary to maintain the facilities and systems of the university. We are charged to maintain the aesthetically pleasing Georgian appearance of the core campus and manage the support of all university property through our departments of Architecture and Construction Services, Project Management, Utilities and Engineering, Facilities Administration and the Physical Plant.
Utilities & Engineering assists in the development of solutions for projects and data necessities. It develops and maintains facility geo-databases, servers, web applications, maps, space management plans and facilities archive materials. It designs and implements facility construction, renovation and improvement projects having a value of $500,000 or less. It provides a supportive role to the entire campus as is needed.
College
Facilities - 352 College
College/School Information
University Information
The University of North Carolina Wilmington, the state’s coastal university, is dedicated to the integration of teaching, mentoring, research and service. Widely acknowledged for its world-class faculty and staff and continuously recognized at a national level for scholarly excellence and affordability, UNCW offers a powerful academic experience that stimulates creative inquiry and critical thinking.
A public institution with nearly 18,000 students, UNCW offers a full range of baccalaureate- and graduate-level programs, as well as doctoral degrees in educational leadership, marine biology, nursing practice and psychology; and many distance learning options, including clinical research, an accelerated RN-to-BSN program, an Executive M.B.A. program structured for working professionals, and the nation’s only bachelor’s degree program focused on coastal engineering.
The university’s efforts to advance research and scholarly activities have earned UNCW the elevated designation of “Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity” institution (R2 University) by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.
UNCW has been part of the University of North Carolina System since 1969.
Location of Workplace
Main UNCW Campus
Brief Summary of Work for this Position
This position is responsible for maintaining, updating and expanding the University’s Geographic Information System (GIS) in order to support campus planning, utilities, facilities management and safety.
Responsibilities Include:
- Maintain and administer the University’s existing GIS databases and applications.
- Collect, validate, and integrate spatial and asset data from multiple sources such as CAD drawings, field data, and enterprise systems.
- Populate and update campus features such as buildings, utilities, and infrastructure.
- Conduct field data collection using GPS, GNSS, and GIS tools such as Trimble handheld devices, drones, and survey equipment.
- Operate and maintain an unmanned aerial vehicle fleet (UAVs, drones) and the associated data collected through their deployment.
- Assist other Facilities departments and outside entities with data collection and storage for construction, utility mapping, and asset evaluation and documentation.
- Ensure accurate and updated data and imagery.
- Support integration between GIS and other enterprise systems such as asset management and construction project files.
- Ensure compliance with university data governance policies and applicable regulations.
This position has been designated as mandatory personnel for the University and may be required to report to work during adverse weather conditions even though the University may be operating on an alternate schedule. This position may assist in the removal of snow, ice or debris, as required.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Graduation from a two year technical college with a major in an Information Technology field and one year in the information technology field related to the position’s role; or graduation from a four year college or university and one year experience in the information technology field related to the position’s role; or graduation from a four year college or university with a major in an Information Technology area. Related information technology experience may be substituted year for year for the required education.
Preferred education, professional skills and experience
Competency in AutoCAD/AutoCAD Map/ArcGIS/ArcGIS Server/ ArcGIS Online/ArcGIS Viewer for Flex/Adobe Contribute.
Required Certifications or licensure
- Valid NC Driver’s License or ability to obtain one in two weeks of starting employment.
- FAA and NC Commercial Drone Pilot License.
FTE
1.0 FTE (40 hours per week)
Months Per Year
12 Months
Work Days
Monday - Friday
Work Hours
8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Type of Position
Permanent
Anticipated Ending Date if Time-Limited
Job Posting Date
07/13/2026
Posting Close Date
08/10/2026
Number of Openings
Single Incumbent
Special Notes to Applicants
This position is being recruited at the Journey level. If no applicants apply who meet the required competency and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.
PLEASE NOTE: This posting will close at 11:59PM (Eastern time) on the posted closing date. To receive full consideration, please be sure you have fully completed the entire application, including the ‘Work History’ section before you apply for this position. Applications must be submitted through the online application system to be considered.
EEO Statement
UNCW does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of his or her race, sex (such as gender, gender identity, marital status, childbirth, and pregnancy), age, color, national origin (including ethnicity), religion, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation, veteran status, military service member status, genetic information, or relationship to other university constituents – except where sex, age, or ability represent bona fide educational or occupational qualifications or where marital status is a statutorily established eligibility criterion for State funded employee benefit programs.
Eligibility for Employment
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. UNC Wilmington participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
External Link to Posting
https://jobs.uncw.edu/postings/40082
