GIS & Space Data Specialist

Florida Atlantic University•Boca Raton, FL

2d•$75,000 - $85,000•Onsite

About The Position

Florida Atlantic University is seeking a GIS & Spatial Data Specialist in Boca Raton, FL. This position reports directly to the Director of Space Utilization or designee and serves all University sites and campuses. The role 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 position is designated as essential personnel and acts as the technical lead for the University’s geospatial, space inventory, and facilities-related data environment. The Specialist bridges technical spatial data management with operational and planning needs, ensuring accurate, standardized, and accessible geospatial information is available to support space governance, facilities coordination, and decision-making across the University.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Geography, GIS, Urban Planning, Computer Science, Facilities Management, or a related field required.
Minimum of 3–5 years of professional experience in GIS, spatial data management, or facilities-related geospatial applications.
Demonstrated experience with GIS platforms (e.g., Esri ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online/Enterprise).
Experience managing or integrating space inventory, facilities, or infrastructure datasets in a complex organizational environment.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
Ability to communicate technical geospatial concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively and oversee ad-hoc teams.
Strong attention to data accuracy, standards, and documentation.
Ability to manage multiple technical projects and prioritize assignments.
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to conduct site visits and field surveys across campus, including outdoor environments and building interiors.
Ability to carry field equipment weighing up to 25 pounds occasionally.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree preferred.
Experience in higher education facilities management or an understanding of campus operations and infrastructure requirements.
Experience integrating GIS with BIM, CAFM, CMMS, or space management platforms.
Proficiency with AutoCAD or similar tools for floor plan and facilities data integration.
Experience with scripting or automation tools (Python, SQL, ArcPy).
Experience developing web-based mapping applications or spatial dashboards.

Responsibilities

Develop, maintain, and expand the University’s GIS environment supporting facilities, space inventory, infrastructure, and grounds.
Manage geospatial datasets related to buildings, floor plans, utilities, landscapes, and other physical assets.
Ensure spatial data accuracy, consistency, and interoperability across GIS, space inventory systems, CAFM/CMMS platforms, and other institutional systems.
Support technology planning related to GIS and spatial data solutions, including system enhancements and integrations.
Support the institutional space inventory through the integration of GIS, floor plan, and facilities and infrastructure data.
Coordinate spatial data updates related to room attributes, classifications, and departmental assignments.
Support space utilization analysis and reporting by ensuring reliable and accurate spatial data inputs.
Utilize GIS applications to perform spatial analysis, geoprocessing, and data transformations in support of facilities operations, space planning, and institutional analysis.
Produce maps, narratives, dashboards, and digital visualization products to support space use, infrastructure planning, wayfinding, and campus decision-making.
Develop and maintain automated workflows and scripts (e.g., Python, SQL, ArcPy) to improve data processing efficiency, accuracy, and repeatability.
Configure and manage GPS devices and mobile data collection tools to support field surveys and site-based data capture.
Coordinate spatial data collection efforts related to facilities, infrastructure, and space inventory updates.
Contribute to the development and implementation of data standards, policies, and guidelines for GIS, space inventory, and facilities-related datasets.
Maintain project documentation, metadata, and technical records in accordance with institutional data governance practices.
Work 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.
Provide technical guidance to stakeholders on the interpretation and appropriate use of GIS and spatial data products.
Support signage, wayfinding, and campus navigation initiatives through spatial data development and mapping support.
Provide technical direction and oversight to technical paraprofessional staff supporting GIS, facilities documentation, and spatial data preparation.
Other job-related duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical (PPO/HMO $50 per month single & $180 per month family)
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance
Flexible Spending plans
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
State retirement options including tax-deferred annuities and Roth 403(b) plans.
State employees Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
Sick Leave Pool Program.
Paid time off (eligible employees) including vacation and sick leave, 1 personal day, 9 paid holidays, and paid winter break (at President’s discretion).
Paid Community Engagement Volunteer Service Day
Employee 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).