GIS and Data Visualization Technologist

Oakville; Oakville; Sur place; CAD 69 000 - 84 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The Town of Oakville is seeking a GIS and Data Visualization Technologist in the Information Technology Solutions department. The role focuses on developing, maintaining, and supporting enterprise data solutions using ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, and related tools.

Strong QA/QC, documentation, and user training are essential. This is a permanent full-time CUPE 1329 position reporting to the Supervisor, Spatial Solutions.

Qualifications

• 3-year diploma or degree in Technology Management, GIS, Environmental Science or related field with minimum 1 year GIS experience.
• GIS certification or Planning Technician program (asset).
• Experience with relational databases and GIS data models.
• Knowledge of QA/QC concepts and data integrity.
• Proficiency with ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online/Enterprise and Microsoft tools.
• Scripting/automation with Python, ArcPy, Arcade; ability to streamline workflows.

Responsabilités

• Designs and prepares custom cartographic products and spatial data products per client specs.
• Creates and maintains simple spatial and non-spatial datasets and ensures data quality.
• Assists in application development and supports GIS-related projects and tools.
• Supports data, information and analytics creation using diverse software.
• Applies QA/QC standards and maintains documentation and metadata.
• Delivers training and technical support to end users as needed.

Connaissances

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Initiative/Self-management

Accountability

Flexibility/Adaptability

Problem solving

Formation

Bachelor/ Diploma in Technology Management, GIS, Environmental Science or related

GIS Certification or Planning Technician program (asset)

Outils

ArcGIS Pro

ArcGIS Online/Enterprise

Microsoft Office / Power BI

Python / ArcPy / Arcade

SharePoint

Description du poste

If you do not receive an email within 24 hours confirming receipt of your application, please contact Human Resources from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. EST at [phone]. Save your resume and cover letter together in one document before you begin. Your application will be complete once you click "Submit" at the end of the process.

GIS and Data Visualization Technologist Department Information Technology Solutions Pay Range $69,259-$84,483 Position ID 3190-002

Job Details: Permanent Full Time (CUPE 1329)

Posting Status: Open to all current Town of Oakville employees and external applicants

Applications for this position must be received at oakville.ca by no later than 11:59 p.m. on November 3, 2026.

This job posting is for an existing vacancy and therefore will be filled accordingly.

Reporting to the Supervisor, Spatial Solutions, the GIS and Data Visualization Technologist is responsible for addressing day to day service requests and provide project support related to the development, implementation, and support of enterprise data solutions utilizing variety of software applications (ESRI ArcGIS, Microsoft Suite of tools, etc.). The primary focus of this position is to support the development, maintenance, and enhancement of spatial and non-spatial data systems within the Town. This includes creating and managing datasets, producing custom cartographic and analytical products, and supporting application development and data visualization using tools such as ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online and Enterprise, and related technologies. The role also involves ensuring data quality through established QA/QC processes, maintaining accurate documentation, and delivering high-quality customer service. The successful candidate will contribute to business solutions by gathering user requirements, supporting project management activities, and providing training and technical support to end users.

Job Responsibilities:

Business Solutions & Visualization

Support the creation of business requirements and user needs for clients; assists senior staff in the specification, design, development, installation, testing and documentation of applications.

• Designs and prepares custom cartographic products, other spatial data products and graphics such as maps, charts and plans to client specifications using both manual and digital techniques.
• Develops, creates, and maintains simple spatial and non-spatial datasets. Ensures that all data meets quality requirements. Performs data analysis and visualization tasks utilizing tools such as ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online and ArcGIS, (Pro, Online and Enterprise) Power BI and other applications as required.
• Assists in application development activities including design, development, implementation and utilization of various applications, tools, technologies, concepts and methodologies, e.g. GIS, or any other application.
• Supports business activities in the creation and management of data, information, and analytics using a variety of software applications and tools.
• Utilizes scripting and automation tools such as Python, ArcPy, and Arcade to streamline workflows, enhance data processing, and support application development.

Quality Assurance and Control

Documents and maintains information management processes and metadata for new and updated data sets.

• Provides data, through the timely delivery of routinely scheduled updates, to clients, ITS staff, consultants and vendors, to ensure informational needs are met.
• Promotes quality within software applications by applying Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) standards and procedures and participates in the development of new standards and procedures as required.
• Assists or conducts user training as part of project or process implementation, as well as regularly scheduled system training.
• Maintain accurate and up to date process, procedural or how to documentation and adheres to document management best practices by utilizing SharePoint and other content management software to keep corporate and departmental information up to date.
• Responds to inquiries and resolves concerns while ensuring that the services provided meet Town customer service standards.
• Provides complete and timely support to Commission end users and ensures that they have a thorough understanding of technologies as it applies to their position.

Project & Administrative Management Support

Provide project management support as part of project teams, including documenting meeting minutes, monitoring action items, preparing project communications, and leveraging digital tools to improve project documentation, information management, and team coordination.

Maintain key departmental information both on the internet and intranet.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Successful completion of a 3-year diploma or degree in Technology Management, Geographic Information Systems, Environmental Science or a related discipline combined with a minimum of one year experience working with GIS and the development of cartographic and analytic products, including web services and applications, and user requirements and/or spatial information management. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• GIS certification or successful completion of a Planning Technician Program or courses would be an asset.
• Experience working with relational database systems, spatial databases including database standards, design and data models.
• Experience working with Quality Assurance/Quality Control principles and identifying data integrity issues.
• Knowledge and demonstrated computer skills utilizing various applications such as ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online and Enterprise, Microsoft suite of tools, etc.
• Demonstrated knowledge of GIS principles and application development using GIS software and techniques.
• Knowledge of relational database systems, data creation methods and techniques and product delivery design and production.
• Familiarity with scripting and automation using Python, ArcPy, Arcade, and other scripting tools.
• Knowledge of and demonstrated ability in competencies including customer service, communication, teamwork, initiative/self-management, accountability, flexibility and adaptability.
• Ability to implement new applications and apply new technologies with minimal guidance.

DATED: October 20, 2026

The Town’s recruitment software includes elements of artificial intelligence to assist in the screening and short-listing of qualified candidates.

This job profile reflects the general requirements necessary to perform the principal functions of the job. This does not include all of the work requirements of the job. Applicants are required to demonstrate through their application and in the interview process that their qualifications match those specified. The minimum threshold score for each of the testing and interview components of the recruitment process is 75%.

We thank all applicants and advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.