Coordinator, GIS

Socket.dev; Caledon; Hybrid; CAD 99,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

The Town of Caledon is seeking a Coordinator, GIS to operate and maintain the Enterprise GIS environment, lead the GIS team, and ensure data and technology architecture standards across the organization.

They will develop workflows, integrate GIS with other enterprise systems, and drive GIS policy and model development. The role requires a post-secondary degree in GIS or related fields and at least five years of experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years in GIS tools/technologies.
• At least 1 year in GIS solution design/development.
• Experience leading GIS projects and teams.
• Proven ability to design and implement enterprise GIS environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead GIS strategy implementation and administer Enterprise GIS systems.
• Collaborate to document GIS business processes and automate workflows.
• Define changes to GIS software for seamless integration with other systems.
• Develop and enforce GIS standards and policies across the organization.
• Coordinate with internal and external parties to meet data/architecture standards.
• Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned.

Skills

Cartographic design

Spatial data analysis

Workflow modeling

Remote sensing

GPS

Python scripting

ArcGIS workflows

Education

Degree in IT / GIS / Geomatics

Postgraduate GIS certificate

Tools

ArcMap

ArcGIS Pro

Survey123

Field Maps

ArcGIS Server

FME

ArcSDE

Geocortex

Python

MS SQL / Oracle

AutoCAD

Job description

The Opportunity: (Vacancy: Replacement)

Reporting to the Supervisor, Data and Applications, this role is responsible for operating and maintaining the Enterprise GIS environment (architecture, hardware, software and database), including all points of integration. This individual leads the GIS team in the execution of the Town’s GIS Strategy and works with Town staff to coordinate and prioritize the use of the Enterprise GIS. They also support others in the organization in the development and application of GIS technologies while monitoring and evaluating the work of GIS staff. As the Coordinator, GIS, you will perform the following duties, including but not limited to:

Functional Responsibilities:

• Lead the implementation of the Town’s GIS Strategic plan and design, develop, implement and administer the Enterprise GIS system and databases to access and store geospatial data.


• Work with teams to identify, document and review business processes related to GIS to enable the creation of workflows and models to automate business processes, improve operational efficiencies and maximize efficiencies and performance.


• Identify, analyze, and define changes to GIS software and related systems and subsystems to enable seamless integration of GIS with other enterprise applications (i.e. AMANDA, Xplor Recreation, Great Plains, Central Square Property Tax.


• Develop GIS policies and procedures, design and implement organization-wide GIS standards that support the GIS Strategic pillars (architecture, hardware, software and database)


• Work with internal users, departments and external parties to ensure spatial and mapping data provided to or used by the Town meet the Town’s GIS data and technology architecture standards


• Perform additional duties and undertake special projects as assigned

The Ideal Candidate

We are seekingan experienced professional a post-secondary diploma or degree in Information Technology, Geography, GIS, Geomatics or closely related field. Post graduate certificate in GIS is an asset. Our ideal candidate has a minimum of 5 years of related work experience with GIS tools and technologies, a minimum of 1 year of experience in GIS solution design/development, including installation, configuration and administration of an enterprise environment and a minimum of 1 year experience leading teams and GIS projects.

We are seeking an individual with experience with the following: ArcMap, ArcGIS Pro, Survey123, Field Maps, ArcGIS Collector, ArcGIS Server, FME, ArcSDE, Spatial Analyst, Model Builder, Geocortex, and Python and experience in the creation of workflow models, Microsoft Office, Microsoft SQL Server, Oracle, and AutoCAD. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated understanding of cartographic design, map projections, horizontal and vertical datum, and complementary technologies such as remote sensing and GPS and the ability to analyze spatial data through mapping software and designing digital maps with geographic data and various other data sets.

The successful candidate for Coordinator, GIS will be required to work a flexible schedule, including in the office, remotely and after hours (as required).

This position offers a salary range of $99,166.76 to $123,958.45 plus a competitive benefit package.

Satisfactory passing of a criminal record check, and proof of qualifications will be required of any successful candidate(s) for this position.

The Town is committed to diversity and inclusivity in employment and welcomes applications from qualified individuals of diverse backgrounds. The Town is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to an inclusive and barrier-free workplace. If your application requires accommodation, please contact People Services at [phone] Ext. 4738.

Applications for this posting will be accepted until September 8th, 2026, 12:00PM EST.

The Town of Caledon does not use artificial intelligence (AI) technology for screening, assessing, or selecting candidates.

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