Official Title: Research Services, Dry/Computational Program Director
Working Title: Geospatial Analysis and Mapping Laboratory (GAMLab) Program Director
FTE: Part-time .8 FTE (80%) Hybrid
Salary Range: $76,150.40 - $ 76,663.00 (prorated for .8 FTE)
Position #00768665 - Requisition #
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The Geospatial Analysis and Mapping Laboratory (GAMLab) provides resources and services to visualize, explore, analyze, and propose solutions to human-environmental challenges using Geographic Information Science and Technology. The GAMLab enables and supports the geospatial research activities of CU Denver's Department of Geography and Environmental Sciences (GES) faculty and students, in addition to facilitating collaborations between GES and other members of academic, government, private, and community sectors.
The GAMLab offers mapping, visualization, and analysis services to both internal and external clients, including map production, informational graphics, digitizing, data compilation, spatial analysis, and consulting.
The Department of Geography and Environmental Sciences (GES) is seeking a candidate to direct, maintain, and manage the Geospatial Analysis and Mapping Laboratory (GAMLab). The GAMLab Program Director position is a staff position within GES and will report directly to the Chair of the department. The successful candidate will be dynamic, innovative, and possess an entrepreneurial spirit to advance the capacity and mission of the lab. In addition, the candidate will build new and maintain current relationships with faculty in GES and affiliated departments, as well as develop awareness of the lab and its services with the Denver and the Colorado Front Range communities through networking activities and events.
(GAMLab) Program Director - What you will do: Service Center ManagementThe GAMLab Program Director serves as the primary manager of the (GAMLab) service center. Common duties include managing fee-for service contracts and documentation, building professional service agreements, MOUs, scope of work documents, billable hours, and invoicing; supervising, hiring, and mentoring student hourly workers to support with managing the lab and its projects; providing subject matter expertise, consulting, and other geospatial or cartographic services; and coordinating with other staff on managing service center accounts, invoicing, transfers, service rates, cost-studies.
GAMLab ManagementThe GAMLab Program Director also serves as the primary manager of its space and facilities. These duties include coordinating student and faculty access, registration, and workstation assignment for research and service center project projects; developing and implementing lab policies, processes, and workflows for lab use; managing staffing, project management, outreach, and event planning; managing lab budget and expenditures; assessing and purchasing lab supplies, hardware, software, and printing equipment; managing the GAMLab's budget and expenditures; troubleshooting and coordinating with IT staff on hardware and software maintenance, management and trouble-shooting; and assessing new and updated software and applications for potential lab use.
Communications & OutreachThe GAMLab Program Director serves as the primary representative the GAMLab and its work, serving as a liaison between the GAMLab and the Department of Geography and Environmental Sciences (GES), the FAST Lab (CU Denver's geospatial teaching lab), the College of Liberal Arts and Science (CLAS) and other colleges on campus, as well as to internal and external clients. To serve the missions of the GAM Lab, the Program Director should develop and implement outreach strategies to the Denver professional community, organize advertising, maintain social media accounts, plan GAMLab-specific events and coordinate lab participation in other campus events. As time allows, the Director may also plan and implement workshops and training for researchers on geospatial methods and technologies and co-plan events with other academic groups on promoting geospatial science research and education.
Conditions of EmploymentAs of 7/1/2023, The University of Colorado recommends employees be fully vaccinated from the COVID-19, but is not required. COVID recommendations and information can be found at: https://www.ucdenver.edu/coronavirus.
Compensation and BenefitsThe salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established at $76,150.40 - $ 76,663.00 (prorated for .8 FTE).
The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.
The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.
This position is not eligible for overtime compensation.
Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado Denver provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.
Benefits: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits
Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125
Application DeadlineApplications will be accepted until the position is filled. Preference will be given to complete applications received by May 25, 2024 at 11:59 PM. Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered.
Required Application Materials:To apply, please visit: http://www.cu.edu/cu-careers and attach:
Questions should be directed to Rafael Moreno (rafael.moreno@ucdenver.edu).
Background Check PolicyThe University of Colorado Denver strives to maintain a safe and productive educational, clinical, research and employment environment. All prospective employees and current employees must, therefore, consent to and pass background checks prior to any final appointment/employment.
Diversity and EquityThe University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at workplaceengagement@ucdenver.edu.
The University of Colorado Denver is committed to recruiting, retaining, and promoting diverse faculty and staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications from Black, Indigenous, and people of color, women, persons with disabilities, persons within the LGBTQ+ community, and veterans. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equity in education and employment.
Substitution: A combination of education and related technical/professional experience may be substituted for the master's degree on a year for year basis.
Preferred Qualification to possess (Preferred Qualifications)