GIS Analyst

West Vancouver; West Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay in lieu of benefits: 14%

Job summary

West Vancouver is seeking a GIS Analyst for a 12‑month assignment to support corporate GIS and Asset Management. The role requires a university degree or college diploma in GIS/Geography or Computer Science and a minimum of two years of related experience, preferably in a municipal setting.

Responsibilities include managing GIS data, scripting with ArcPy, integrating with Asset Management, and providing training and guidance to internal teams. A BC Class 5 license and police check are required.

Qualifications

• University degree or college diploma in GIS/Geography or Computer Science.
• Minimum 2 years of directly related experience, municipal preferred.
• Strong knowledge of GIS software and data management.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update GIS data using ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Enterprise.
• Create and maintain database queries; script in ArcPy, Python, Arcade, SQL.
• Prepare data translation routines to integrate data into the Asset Management System.
• Assist with CMMS data integration and data quality control.
• Train staff and provide guidance on GIS tools.
• Interpret surveys and as-built drawings for GIS.
• Serve as a resource to client departments for maps, apps, analyses.
• Lead short and medium-term GIS projects.
• Support development of mapping standards and projections.
• Complete other related duties.

Skills

ArcGIS Pro

ArcGIS Enterprise/Portal

ArcGIS Experience Builder

ArcPy

Python

SQL

GPS data collection

Field Maps

Data quality control

Client communication

Education

GIS/Geography or Computer Science degree

Tools

Maintenance Connection

FME

ArcGIS Field Maps

Job description

Located on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh Nations, West Vancouver is a vibrant community on the North Shore and home to parks, beaches, and to sports, recreation and arts amenities. Our dedicated staff deliver services, operate facilities and run the programs that enhance the well-being of our community. We are seeking employees with a passion for public service who share our commitment to creating a complete, inclusive and livable community.

The District of West Vancouver Engineering Services Department is seeking a highly motivated GIS Analyst for approximately 12 months. Reporting to the GIS Administrator, the ideal candidate requires a high level of initiative and independent judgment to support corporate needs related to GIS and Asset Management.

This position will be responsible for:

• Thorough knowledge of GIS desktop tools, including ESRI ArcGIS Pro and its extensions (e.g., Spatial or Network Analyst), ESRI ArcGIS Enterprise/Portal, ArcGIS Experience Builder
• Creating and maintaining database queries, ability to script in ArcPy, Python, Arcade, SQL
• Preparing data translation routines to integrate data into, as well as reporting information out of GIS and the Asset Management System;
• Proficiency or experience with Maintenance Connection or similar CMMS and FME data integration software would be an asset;
• Establishing procedures for the collection of data using a GPS unit and ArcGIS Field Maps, provide relevant training or guidance as needed;
• Interpreting and uploading information from legal surveys, as-built drawings and digital data sets;
• Implementing procedures for data integrity and quality control;
• Acting as a resource to client departments in responding to a variety of requests for information, maps, services, mobile applications, analyses and reports;
• Researching technologies and recommending upgrades related to the work;
• Demonstrating applications and tools to users of the mapping system and web based applications;
• Serving as a project lead on various short and medium-term projects as assigned, and;
• Performing other related duties as required.

This position requires the completion of a university degree or college diploma in GIS/Geography or Computer Science, plus have a minimum of 2 years of directly related and relevant experience, preferably in a municipal environment.

The preferred candidate will demonstrate considerable technical and analytical skill and have knowledge of municipal mapping standards, projection systems, raster data modelling and digital photo manipulation. The candidate must be able to prioritize workloads, meet deadlines and maintain effective working relationships with a wide range of internal and external contacts.

A Class 5 Driver’s License for the Province of British Columbia is required. The successful candidate will be required to supply an acceptable Police Information Check and a copy of their credentials.

This posting does not list all the duties of the position, nor does it fully detail the required skills, knowledge and abilities, licenses and certificates required of candidates. For details please refer to the class specification which is available for inspection in the Human Resources Department and on WestNet.

Position Status:

Union (WVMEA) – Replacement Temporary Full-Time (approximately 12 months)

Hours of Work:

35 hours per week (hours and days of work may vary)

Starting Rate of Pay:

$45.07 per hour plus 14% in lieu of benefits

This position has a pay structure with five steps which increase annually.

Closing Date:

11:59 p.m. on Sunday, September 27, 2026

We want to thank all applicants, however only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.