Geospatial IT Infrastructure Specialist

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Geospatial IT Infrastructure Specialist for the School of Environmental and Biological Sciences. This role supports applications developed by the Center for Remote Sensing and Spatial Analysis, enabling collaborative, interactive web mapping tools for research and project initiatives.

Among the key duties of this position are:

• Serves as the lead for upgrading and maintaining the Esri ArcGIS Server environment within the Rutgers Virtual Machine Network to ensure reliable delivery of web-based geospatial services.
• Works with the GIS Coordinator for implementation, production, and republishing of web services, specifically for the larger spatial data sets, and to perform testing throughout the process.
• Provides knowledge support for project and computer system hardware and software needs. This includes summarizing technical information for communication with Rutgers IT for upgrading remote desktop capabilities and backup systems, and software upgrades as needed, extent to be determined in the timeframe of work.
• Communicates progress, status, needs, and the schedule of work as needed with the CRSSA Director and GIS staff to ensure limited disruptions with ongoing project activities., Position Status Part Time Working Hours Up to 19.5 hours per week Daily Work Shift Work Arrangement Consistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60.3.22 or the applicable provisions of relevant collective negotiations agreements, this position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. Flexible work arrangements are not permanent, subject to change or discontinuation, and contingent on the employee receiving approval in the FlexWork@RU Application System. Payroll Designation PeopleSoft Terms of Appointment Temporary Staff Appointment - Hourly

• Bachelor’s degree in Geography, Geospatial Planning or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience and five or more years of professional work experience in computer systems operations.

Certifications/Licenses Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of ESRI ArcServer and Virtual Machine operating systems, and ESRI ArcPro and Arc GIS Online administration and support.
• Knowledge of Microsoft desktop computer administration and support.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of the current Rutgers Virtual Machine operating systems, planned upgrade specifications for the appropriate ArcServer installation, as well as the GIS datasets and web service formats and instances., 1. * Do you have a bachelor’s degree in Geography, Geospatial Planning or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience and five or more years of professional work experience in computer systems operations?
• Yes
• No

Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:

• Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
• Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
• Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
• Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
• Life insurance coverage
• Employee discount programs

The School of Environmental and Biological Sciences, located on the George H. Cook Campus, is one of the largest schools of Rutgers University in New Brunswick, New Jersey. We pursue excellence in research, teaching, and outreach in areas of study that address the biological spectrum from molecules to ecosystems. Our emphasis is on both the fundamental sciences and the social and human dimensions. We offer 21 undergraduate majors, including plant and animal sciences, microbiology, biotechnology, agriculture and food systems, landscape architecture, food and nutritional sciences, ecology and evolution, marine science and oceanography, environmental sciences and meteorology, human ecology, entomology, and environmental economics.