Hybrid (Casual Hire) Geospatial Research Technician bei University of Hawaii, HI

About the Department

Description:
 ****Applicants seeking short-term or part-time work with the University of Hawai'i may apply for Casual Hire positions, which include administrative professional and technical (APT) or Instructional-type positions. Because of the temporary nature of these appointments, Casual Hire employees are not eligible for most benefits as provided to regular BOR and Civil Service employees such as paid leave and holidays. Casual Hire appointments may last for up to 89 days for full-time employees and up to one calendar year for part-time employees.**** 
 
 Title: (Casual Hire) Geospatial Research Technician
 Position Number: *****Casual Hire
 Hiring Unit: Water Resources Research Center (WRRC)
 Location: Manoa campus
 Date Posted: August 1, 2025
 Closing Date: August 4, 2025 11:59 PM Hawaii
 Salary Information: $33/hr
 Hours/week: NTE 40 hrs/week
 Full Time/Part Time: Full-time
 Temporary/Permanent: Temporary
 Other Conditions: Casual Hire temporary appointment is expected to begin September 2025.   Not to exceed 89 days.  
 
 This hiring is for up to one temporary position to help with geospatial analysis and updates to the Hawaii Cesspool project and to assist with the WRRC Wastewater Overlay project. 
 
Duties and Responsibilities:
 •    *Collects, organizes, and aggregates geospatial data from various sources into a comprehensive Geo-database.
 •    *Assists with conducting geographic analyses to identify areas suitable for sewer system expansion or

       centralized treatment systems.
 •    *Creates and maintains geospatial layers representing wastewater collection systems and potential expansion

        areas.
 •    *Develops user-friendly maps and tools for public use, including GIS-based address query functions on a web

        portal.
 •    *Participates in meetings and workshops with stakeholders and refines analyses based on feedback.

 •    *Documents methodologies, data sources, and ensures publication of code and models.
 •    *Contributes to final project reports.
 •    *Assists with establishing protocols for future data integration into the GIS layers.
 •     Other duties as assigned.

 * Denotes essential function
 
Minimum Qualifications:
 •    A Bachelor of Science (BS) or Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree in geography or related field.
 •    1-3 years of progressively responsible professional experience with responsibilities in GIS and web application

       or website development or any equivalent combination or education and/or professional work experience

       which provides the required education, knowledge, skills and abilities as indicated.
 •    Strong working knowledge of GIS.
 •    Demonstrated ability to resolve wide ranging complex problems through the use of creative reasoning and logic

      to accurately determine the cause of the problems and the resolution of the problems in an effective,

      innovative and timely manner.
 •    Demonstrated ability to interpret and present information and ideas clearly and accurately in writing, verbally

      and by preparation of reports and other materials.
 •    Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external

      organizations, groups, team leaders and members, and individuals.
 •    Demonstrated ability to operate a personal computer and use various relevant programs for word processing,

      spreadsheet editing, and communications.
 •    Demonstrated understanding of water research issues.
 •    Demonstrated ability in preparing reports, documents, and communications dealing with the research outputs.
 •    Demonstrated ability to prioritize and organize workload to meet scheduled deadlines.
 •    Demonstrated ability to analyze, interpret, and use sound logic and judgment when applying administrative

      policies and procedures.
 
To Apply:
 Click on the "Apply" button to complete an application and attach 1) CV/resume and 2) cover letter, 3) Transcript
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Position Duties

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Employment is contingent on satisfying employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986; reference checks of previous employers; and for certain positions, criminal history record checks.
 
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