GIS Program Specialist

Capitalizing on over 140 years of history and tradition in downtown Los Angeles, the University of Southern California (USC) is poised to become the preeminent research institution of the 21st century, and we are looking for skilled, motivated professionals to help forge the future of higher education. The USC department of Facilities Planning & Management (FPM) : CAD Services is seeking a GIS Program Specialist to join its team. The Work You Will Do The GIS Program Specialist will manage and coordinate Geographic Information Systems (GIS) program activities for Facilities Planning and Management units, as well as other university departments. This role will involve planning, developing, and overseeing GIS program procedures, standards, and data collection efforts. You will coordinate the acquisition and management of CAD, GIS, and other related data, software, and hardware systems. The GIS Program Specialist will also research and implement new techniques and applications to improve efficiency, coordination, and project delivery. In this role, you will work closely with engineering services, utility distribution staff, project management teams, and various university stakeholders to document and maintain GIS data related to the university’s utility distribution systems. You will also lead staff and students in field data collection efforts using GPS and UAV technologies and assist in developing and maintaining GIS applications built with ArcGIS extensions and ArcGIS Server. Key Responsibilities Coordinate data acquisition and file management across multiple organizational levels, ensuring the integrity of GIS, CAD, and related data files. Set-up and conduct field data collection to verify Facility Management Information. Assist in the planning, development, and implementation of short- and long-term strategies for GIS program goals. Coordinate and manage CAD and GIS activities and projects. Manage the maintenance of hardware and software systems and assis