Geologic Mapping Lab Manager

The Geologic Mapping Lab Manager of the Idaho Geological Survey (IGS) manages and oversees all aspects of the geologic mapping and GIS lab, leading the implementation and development of core capabilities of the lab, including supervision of the production of geologic maps, publications and data management across a range of software and platforms.

The position is responsible for all aspects of the daily operations of the lab, including production and revision of maps. It supervises lab staff, which includes GIS Analysts and Digital Cartographers; assists the geological staff with mapping solutions, GIS-related applications, vector graphics and other computer applications; and advises and assists with the development and integration of new technologies, such as drones and other surveying and mapping techniques. The position also assists with the submission and management of grants in collaboration with the geologic mapping program coordinator. Establishing or maintaining a research portfolio compatible with the position's time commitments and with the IGS mandate and priorities is encouraged but not required.

The position is stationed at the Moscow campus of the University of Idaho and reports to the IGS Director.

Duties may include:

• Supervising scientific/technical staff

• Interfacing with geologic staff on IGS research projects

• Establishing work priorities, procedures and performance standards; hiring, training, evaluating staff; assigning and reviewing work

• Providing technical revisions of maps and publications, effectively acting as principal map editor

• Coordinating with the University of Idaho Office of Information Technology (OIT) to ensure continuity in the server functionalities and management of Windows network domain and active directory

• Maintaining and purchasing of lab software and hardware and advising the IGS director on technology needs

• Co-managing the IGS website

• Providing technical support within the area of responsibility

• Making managerial decisions that directly affect the efficiency, cost, reputation and service quality of the IGS.

• Other duties as assigned