Enterprise GIS Manager

Overview

Why Work at BYU
As the flagship higher education institution of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Brigham Young University (BYU) strives to be among the exceptional universities in the world. At BYU, we are devoted to our faith and to our students. We take an active role in the University's Mission: "To assist individuals in their quest for perfection and eternal life."

Our unique mission, deeply rooted in the Gospel of Jesus Christ, provides countless ways to serve and make an impact. This, along with our remarkable culture of belonging, weekly devotionals, and endless opportunities for learning and growth—all situated within a beautiful and historic campus—make it hard to imagine a more inspiring place to work. Brigham Young University strongly prefers to hire faithful members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Enterprise GIS Manager

The Enterprise GIS Manager is responsible for overseeing Geographic Information System (GIS) functions within the Physical Facilities (PF) department at Brigham Young University. This includes managing the department’s enterprise GIS infrastructure, chairing the Campus Mapping Committee, maintaining and enhancing the online BYU Campus Map, and supporting other PF departments in establishing and integrating GIS tools into their operations. The Enterprise GIS Manager directs the design, development, implementation, and maintenance of GIS servers, spatial databases, applications, and campus mapping systems to support Physical Facilities operations and university-wide decision-making.

This position supervises student interns and coordinates with external GIS consultants or service providers as needed to supplement internal resources, deliver specialized applications, and maintain high-performing enterprise systems. The Enterprise GIS Manager ensures the integrity, security, and accessibility of geospatial data while aligning with IT standards, accessibility requirements, and long-term campus planning needs.

Manager:
Chair of the Campus Mapping Committee

• Lead the Campus Mapping Committee, fostering collaboration among departments to represent and address stakeholder needs and updates to the BYU online campus map. (map.byu.edu)
• Oversee the technical development and maintenance of the online campus map in coordination with IT and GIS professionals, ensuring alignment with enterprise systems and cybersecurity standards.
• Enhance the map’s usability and accessibility by soliciting user feedback, considering the needs of diverse stakeholders (including those with disabilities), and integrating new data layers and features.
• Develop and enforce policies and procedures for campus mapping data, including data sharing, privacy, and intellectual property management.
• Anticipate and plan for future trends in GIS and mapping technologies to ensure the map remains current, functional, and strategically valuable to the campus community.

GIS Application Development and Mapping

• Lead the design, development, and maintenance of GIS databases, applications, and mapping tools that support Physical Facilities operations.
• Maintain and update accurate spatial data layers for campus infrastructure, utilities, and other assets to support asset management and cross-departmental integration.
• Manage the accuracy and currency of PF maps and the campus online map, ensuring changes to infrastructure are reflected promptly.
• Design systems and workflows that improve efficiency and effectiveness of PF processes through geospatial technology.

GIS Enterprise Management

• Manage enterprise GIS infrastructure, including servers, databases, and web applications, ensuring performance, reliability, and security.
• Administer system maintenance, database optimization, backup and recovery, access control, and other core IT functions that support data integrity and scalability.
• Implement automated workflows and monitoring tools to enhance system efficiency and reduce risk.
• Evaluate emerging GIS technologies and recommend improvements to strengthen the enterprise environment and meet evolving PF and campus needs.
• Coordinate with external GIS consultants,…