Position Details
Position Information
| Requisition Number |
S4307P |
| Home Org Name |
Alabama Natural Heritage Program |
| Division Name |
College of Sciences & Math |
| Position Title |
GIS Analyst - Alabama Natural Heritage Program |
| Job Class Code |
HA07ABC |
| Appointment Status |
Full-time |
| Part-time FTE |
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| Limited Term |
No |
| Limited Term Length |
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| Job Summary |
The Alabama Natural Heritage Program (
ALNHP) of the Auburn University Museum of Natural History (
AUMNH) is seeking an expert in Geographical Information Systems (
GIS) as they apply to natural history surveys and collections. |
| Essential Functions |
The successful candidate will have experience in building and using habitat suitability models, the use of
GIS to develop maps in the development and successful outcome of
ALNHP and
AUMNH projects, and have experience in conservation, ecology, or a related discipline on plants, animals, or other organisms related to the mission of
ALNHP. The candidate will be responsible for the upkeep and addition of species records to the
ALNHP monitored species list in the program Biotics (
natureserve), serve as the
ALNHP point of contact with NatureServe, and to interact with students on
GIS-related projects. The candidate will be expected to contribute to
AUMNH outreach and education efforts. The successful candidate may have the opportunity to contribute to classes or workshops in using
GIS in Natural History. For more information on the
AUMNH, please visit:
http://www.aumnh.auburn.edu.
For more information, contact Dr. Jonathan W. Armbruster, Director
AUMNH, Department of Biological Sciences, 101 Life Sciences, Auburn University, AL 36849,
Armbrjw@auburn.edu. See aumnh.auburn.edu for more information on the museum and natural heritage program. |
| Why Work at Auburn? |
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Minimum Qualifications
| Minimum Qualifications |
Level I - Bachelor's degree in Biology or a related environmental field with a specialization in
GIS with no relevant experience.
Level II - Bachelor's degree in Biology or a related environmental field with a specialization in
GIS with two (2) years of experience with
GIS
Level
III - Bachelor's degree in Biology or a related environmental field with a specialization in
GIS with at least four (4) years of experience with
GIS. |
Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications
| Minimum Skills and Abilities |
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| Minimum Technology Skills |
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| Minimum License and Certifications |
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Desired Qualifications
| Desired Qualifications |
A Master's or PhD in biology or related environmental field with a specialization in
GIS |
Posting Detail Information
| Salary Range |
$43,600 - $81,160 |
| Job Category |
Administrative |
| Working Hours if Non-Traditional |
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| City position is located in: |
Auburn |
| State position is located: |
Alabama |
| List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position |
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| Posting Date |
03/06/2025 |
| Closing Date |
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| Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement |
It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. The Office of Equal Opportunity Compliance (
EOC) strives to ensure an inclusive and equitable working, living, and learning environment for members of the Auburn University community. Please visit their
website to learn more. |
| Special Instructions to Applicants |
Review of applications will begin Aprill 11, 2025 and continue until the position is filled. Submit a CV, a cover letter describing relevant experience (
GIS experience including habitat suitability modeling, natural history experience, and experience with the Natural Heritage Program Network or similar organizations), and names and contact information of three references. |
| Quick Link for Internal Postings |
https://www.auemployment.com/postings/51671 |
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Auburn
$43,600 - $81,160
Apr 08, 2025