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This position is responsible for developing, maintaining, and updating detailed floor plans, building information systems and infrastructure maps to support university operations, space planning and optimization, and strategic development. This crucial role helps enhance the institution’s efficiency, sustainability, and ability to effectively serve the University community.\nESSENTIAL:\nReporting directly to the Director of Space Utilization and Analysis or designee, the GIS & Space Data Specialist serves as the technical lead for the University’s geospatial, space inventory, and facilities-related data environment. Responsible for the development, maintenance, integration, and application of GIS and spatial data that support space utilization, facilities operations, infrastructure management, wayfinding, and institutional planning initiatives. The Specialist bridges technical spatial data management with operational and planning needs, ensuring that accurate, standardized, and accessible geospatial information is available to support space governance, facilities coordination, and decision-making across the University.\nThis role is designated as essential personnel.\nGeographic Information Systems (GIS) & Spatial Data Management:\nDevelop, maintain, and expand the University’s GIS environment supporting facilities, space inventory, infrastructure, and grounds.\n\nManage geospatial datasets related to buildings, floor plans, utilities, landscapes, and other physical assets.\n\nEnsure spatial data accuracy, consistency, and interoperability across GIS, space inventory systems, CAFM/CMMS platforms, and other institutional systems.\n\nSupport technology planning related to GIS and spatial data solutions, including system enhancements and integrations.\n\nSpace Inventory & Facilities Data Integration:\nSupport the institutional space inventory through the integration of GIS, floor plan, and facilities and infrastructure data.\n\nCoordinate spatial data updates related to room attributes, classifications, and departmental assignments.\n\nSupport space utilization analysis and reporting by ensuring reliable and accurate spatial data inputs.\n\nSpatial Analysis, Visualization & Automation:\nUtilize GIS applications to perform spatial analysis, geoprocessing, and data transformations in support of facilities operations, space planning, and institutional analysis.\n\nProduce maps, narratives, dashboards, and digital visualization products to support space use, infrastructure planning, wayfinding, and campus decision-making.\n\nDevelop and maintain automated workflows and scripts (e.g., Python, SQL, ArcPy) to improve data processing efficiency, accuracy, and repeatability.\n\nMobile Data Collection & Field Integration:\nConfigure and manage GPS devices and mobile data collection tools to support field surveys and site-based data capture.\n\nCoordinate spatial data collection efforts related to facilities, infrastructure, and space inventory updates.\n\nData Standards, Governance & Documentation:\nContribute to the development and implementation of data standards, policies, and guidelines for GIS, space inventory, and facilities-related datasets.\n\nMaintain project documentation, metadata, and technical records in accordance with institutional data governance practices.\n\nCollaboration & Technical Support:\nWork collaboratively with design and construction, facilities operations and maintenance, and space utilization staff, planning efforts, information systems, and other relevant University stakeholders to integrate spatial data into operational and planning work and processes.\n\nProvide technical guidance to stakeholders on the interpretation and appropriate use of GIS and spatial data products.\n\nSupport signage, wayfinding, and campus navigation initiatives through spatial data development and mapping support.\n\nSupervision:\nProvide technical direction and oversight to technical paraprofessional staff supporting GIS, facilities documentation, and spatial data preparation.\n\nOther job-related duties as assigned.\n\nFAU Benefits and Perks\nIf Benefits & Perks are important to you, then FAU is the place to be! Working at FAU has its perks! In addition to helping drive change and having a positive impact by supporting our students, staff, and faculty, FAU offers:\nExcellent benefit packages including Medical (PPO/HMO $50 per month single & $180 per month family), Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending plans, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and much more.\n\nState retirement options including tax-deferred annuities and Roth 403(b) plans.\n\nState employees Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.\n\nSick Leave Pool Program.\n\nPaid time off (eligible employees) including vacation and sick leave, 1 personal day, 9 paid holidays, and paid winter break (at President’s discretion).\n\nPaid Community Engagement Volunteer Service Day\n\nEmployee Educational Scholarship Program (EESP) for eligible Staff/Faculty - Tuition assistance after 6 months of full-time employment. For in-unit faculty, the EESP program may be extended to spouses and dependent children (eligibility rules apply).\n\nFor details on FAU's amazing offers visit us at https://www.fau.edu/hr/benefits/index.php\nExplore Living in Palm Beach County\nThe goal is to provide local employers and new employees in the area a comprehensive guide with places to live. View it here: www.bdb.org/apartments\nMinimum Qualifications:\nQualificationsBachelor’s degree in Geography, GIS, Urban Planning, Computer Science, Facilities Management, or a related field required; Master’s degree preferred.\nMinimum of 3-5 years of professional experience in GIS, spatial data management, or facilities-related geospatial applications.\nDemonstrated experience with GIS platforms (e.g., Esri ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online/Enterprise).\nExperience managing or integrating space inventory, facilities, or infrastructure datasets in a complex organizational environment.\nStrong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.\nAbility to communicate technical geospatial concepts to non-technical stakeholders.\nPreferred Skills\nExperience in higher education facilities management or an understanding of campus operations and infrastructure requirements.\nExperience integrating GIS with BIM, CAFM, CMMS, or space management platforms.\nProficiency with AutoCAD or similar tools for floor plan and facilities data integration.\nExperience with scripting or automation tools (Python, SQL, ArcPy).\nExperience developing web-based mapping applications or spatial dashboards.\nPhysical Requirements\nAbility to conduct site visits and field surveys across campus, including outdoor environments and building interiors.\nAbility to carry field equipment weighing up to 25 pounds occasionally.\nKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:\nAbility to work independently as well as collaboratively and oversee ad-hoc teams.\nStrong attention to data accuracy, standards, and documentation.\nAbility to manage multiple technical projects and prioritize assignments\nStrong problem-solving and analytical skills.\nEffective written and verbal communication skills.\nWORK AUTHORIZATION:\nThis position does not offer any employment-based immigration sponsorship now or in the future. Unrestricted work authorization required at all times.\nSalary:\n$75,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year.College or Department:\nFacilities Management: Space Utilization and Analysis AdministrationLocation:\nBoca RatonWork Days and Hours:\nMonday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.Application Deadline:\n2026-11-01Special Instructions to Applicant:\n**This position does not offer any employment-based immigration sponsorship now or in the future. **Unrestricted work authorization required at all times.This recruitment has been reopened; all previous applicants are still under consideration and need not reapply. This position may close without prior notice.\nAPPLICATION DOCUMENTS REQUIRED:\nResume\nCover letter\nOFFICIAL SEALED TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED:\nFinal candidate will be required to have official, sealed transcripts and original NACES evaluation, if applicable, sent from their educational institution to Human Resources prior to the start of employment.\nPRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENINGS REQUIRED:\nSelected candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment screenings prior to the start of employment. Employment screenings may include a criminal background check (level I and level II), motor vehicle check, credit check, reference checks, alcohol, and drug screening check.\nREQUEST FOR ACCOMMODATIONS:\nIndividuals with disabilities requiring accommodations may contact the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX at 561-297-3004 or send an email at . To contact Human Resources, please call 561-297-3057. 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