GIS Coordinator - Full time - Planning and Development - Walkerton/Wiarton, ON

Avanti Software Inc.; Walkerton, Wiarton; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

35 hours per week

Vacation pay

OMERS pension

EFAP

In lieu of benefits

Job summary

Bruce County is seeking a GIS Coordinator to lead mapping and spatial data maintenance for the County GIS. You will oversee corporate geospatial data, review documents, and support users with training and credentials.

The role reports to Planning and Development and supports spatial technology adoption across the county's government, with a contract duration extending to October 1, 2027 and a 35-hour work week.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary degree in Geographic Information Systems, Computer Science or another related field.
• Three years experience providing geospatial analysis and programming services.
• Proficiency in GIS software and tools such as ESRI ArcGIS or QGIS.
• Knowledge of databases and SQL for data querying and manipulation.
• Scripting with Python and JavaScript for automation and geoprocessing.
• Experience with developing GIS web applications and services.
• System administration experience for GIS infrastructure.
• Data quality assurance, data cleaning, and metadata practices.
• Data storage, backups and versioning.

Responsibilities

• Direct all aspects of mapping and spatial data maintenance for the Bruce County GIS.
• Oversee production of corporate geospatial data and review related documents, legislation, and reports.
• Provide user support, training, and manage user credentials.
• Promote and facilitate the use of spatial technologies across upper- and lower-tier government in Bruce County.

Skills

GIS software proficiency

Geospatial concepts

Database design

Geospatial data management

Python

JavaScript

Web GIS

SQL

Data quality assurance

Metadata creation

Education

Post-secondary degree in GIS or related field

Tools

ESRI ArcGIS

QGIS

DBMS

Python

JavaScript

Web technologies

Server administration

Job description

GIS Coordinator - Full time - Planning and Development - Walkerton/Wiarton, ON

Who We Are

Welcome to Bruce County! We are located within the traditional territory of the Saugeen Ojibway Nation, which includes the Chippewas of Saugeen First Nation and the Chippewas of Nawash Unceded First Nation. We are a community where excellence, opportunity, and exploration come together amidst the natural beauty of Southwestern Ontario. Nestled between Lake Huron and Georgian Bay, our community thrives in stunning landscapes, from tranquil rivers and iconic lighthouses to bright starry skies. Home to nearly 75,000 residents in predominantly rural communities, Bruce County offers a unique blend of small-town charm and big opportunities, Bruce County is a place where you can work, live, and explore to no end.

Guided by our vision of being a welcoming, thriving community committed to the well-being of current and future generations, Bruce County fosters innovation, sustainable growth, and collaboration. As an upper-tier municipality, Bruce County provides essential services that shape the daily lives of our residents across 12 towns and communities. Our responsibilities include housing, childcare, Ontario Works, infrastructure, paramedic services, and long-term care homes, as well as cultural and recreational programs through our libraries and museum. In everything we do, we uphold our core values: excellence, welcoming community, good governance, environmental stewardship, and financial sustainability.

As one of Southwestern Ontario’s Top Employers, joining our team means becoming part of a dedicated group of public servants committed to making a meaningful difference. At Bruce County, you’ll find opportunities to grow your career, contribute to impactful solutions, and help shape a sustainable future—all while enjoying the exceptional lifestyle this remarkable region offers. Explore with us—your journey starts here.

What You'll Do

Reporting to the Senior Planner, the GIS Coordinator directs all aspects of mapping and spatial data maintenance related to the County of Bruce Geographic Information System (GIS). The Coordinator has carriage of assigned projects and platforms and provides shared and backup functions to the GIS Specialist. The Coordinator oversees the production of corporate geospatial data, reviews relevant documents, legislation and reports, and completes special projects that support the overall function for the Department and the Corporation. The GIS Coordinator manages user credentials and provides support and training to users. The incumbent promotes and facilitates the effective use of spatial technologies at both the upper tier and lower tier level of government in Bruce County.

Contract Duration: Until October 1, 2027

What We're Looking For

Education & Experience

• Post-secondary degree in Geographic Information Systems, Computer Science or another related field
• Three years experience providing geospatial analysis and programming services, demonstrating measurable technical career growth

Skills & Abilities

GIS Expertise

• Proficiency in working with GIS software and tools, such as ESRI ArcGIS, QGIS, or other relevant platforms.
• Strong understanding of geospatial concepts, coordinate systems, spatial analysis, and cartography.
• Ability to design and manage geospatial databases, including schema design, data modeling, and spatial indexing.
• Experience in creating and maintaining geospatial datasets, layers, and services.

Technical Skills

• Knowledge of database management systems (DBMS) and SQL for data querying and manipulation.
• Familiarity with scripting languages (Python, JavaScript) for automation, customization, and geoprocessing tasks.
• Understanding of web technologies for developing and deploying GIS web applications and services.
• Proficiency in system administration, including server setup, configuration, and maintenance.

Data Management

• Expertise in data quality assurance, data cleaning, data integration, and data transformation.
• Knowledge of data standards, metadata creation, and data documentation practices.
• Ability to manage and optimize data storage, backups, and versioning.

System Administration

• Skill in configuring and maintaining GIS software and hardware infrastructure.
• Understanding of network protocols, security measures, and firewall configurations for GIS system protection.
• Experience in managing user accounts, roles, and permissions.

Problem Solving and Troubleshooting

• Strong analytical skills to diagnose and resolve technical issues in GIS systems and applications.
• Ability to troubleshoot errors, bugs, and performance bottlenecks in a timely manner.

Communication and Collaboration

• Excellent communication skills to interact with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to collaborate with IT teams, users, and management to understand requirements and deliver solutions.
• Ability to maintain strong working relationships.

Legal and Ethical Knowledge

• Awareness of legal and ethical considerations related to geospatial data, such as data privacy, intellectual property rights, and data sharing agreements.

What We Offer

• Competitive Salary: $79,771 - $93,839 per annum
• Hours per week: 35
• Percentage in lieu of benefits
• Vacation pay
• OMERS pension with equal employer match
• Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)

Apply by: October 28, 2026

Join Us!

Your Career, Our Community: Let’s build a Welcoming and Sustainable Bruce County Together!

If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t perfectly align with every qualification in the job posting, we encourage you to apply anyway. You could be the ideal candidate for this or other opportunities. At Bruce County, we celebrate diversity and are committed to building an inclusive, and genuine workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

We are dedicated to fostering an equitable, accessible, and welcome environment where all individuals feel valued and supported. Bruce County provides equal employment opportunities to all candidates, including those with disabilities, and ensuring that our recruitment, selection, and onboarding processes are barrier free and fully accessible. If you require accommodations at any stage of the hiring process, please contact us at [e-mail].

The successful candidate for this opportunity will be chosen based on their relevant education, experience, knowledge, and skills, as well as a competency-based interview and formal background reference checks. We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.