Requisition ID: req36021

Working Title:
Programmer Analyst 1

Position Grade:
12

Position Summary:
Under direct supervision of the GIS Manager, be responsible for the timely completion of project deliverables including but not limited to; the preparation of mapping documents, data formatting, and performing advanced GIS analysis. Using GIS tools, geometry types and spatial relationships, the successful candidate will perform advanced geoprocessing for analysis, data management, application development and automation.

• Applies GIS content expertise and basic GIS system analysis and design techniques to produce innovative solutions, applications, models and maps to meet client objectives

• Writes, tests, and troubleshoots beginning GIS code for review by senior level technical staff

• Gathers information and contributes to definition of program requirements and proposal development

• Assist in developing and implementing applications or systems

• Maintains established GIS applications using defined procedures.

• Ability to design, manage and edit GIS data for multiple projects

• Ensures alignment of data with organization standards

• Monitors and applies the best geospatial industry practices

• Maintains data integrity and accuracy

• Utilizes ArcGIS Desktop, ArcGIS Pro, or ArcGIS Online in data visualization

• Develops sustainable systems of collecting and managing geospatial data points

• Delivers training and technical support to end-users

****The final salary for this position is dependent upon total Education and Experience****

See the Position Description for additional information.

Conditions of Employment:

• Specialty licensure/certification may be required, as specified by the department.
• Successful candidate may be subject to a criminal background check prior to starting work.

Campus:
Main - Albuquerque, NM

Benefits Eligble:
This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for a more information.

Department:
Earth Data Analysis Center (985A)

Employment Type:
Staff

Staff Type:
Term - Full-Time
Term End Date:
06/30/2027

Status:
Exempt

Pay:
Monthly: $3,844.53 - $5,399.33

Benefits Eligible:
This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for a more information.

ERB Statement:
As a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid.

Background Check Required:
Yes
For Best Consideration Date:
3/24/2026

Application Instructions:
Only applications submitted throughthe official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this jobadvertisement on a 3rd party site, pleasevisit UNMJobs to submit an application.
Complete application includes a resume/UNMJobs application, and cover letter addressing preferred qualifications and 3 supervisory references.Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree; at least 6 months of progressively responsible experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution and/or experience that is directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified may be interchangeable on a year-for-year basis.