GIS Student

GoGeomatics; Alberta; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Strathcona County offers a full-time, non-permanent position for GIS students to gain practical experience in Transportation Engineering and Operations. Responsibilities include data collection, GIS application development, and creating maps. An excellent opportunity to enhance your skills while working in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Extended health and dental coverage

Health and wellness spending account

Life and disability insurance

Retirement and pension programs

Employee and family assistance program

Commitment to employee development

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a GIS program.
• Experience with Esri ArcGIS Products is an asset.
• Willingness to learn on the job.

Responsibilities

• Create and edit geospatial data/apps in Enterprise GIS.
• Perform data collection and maintain asset records.
• Conduct business and spatial analysis to support decision making.

Skills

Data analysis

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Mapping

GIS application development

GPS data collection

Education

Enrolled in a Geographic Information Systems (GIS) program

Tools

ArcGIS Pro

ArcGIS Online

Portal for ArcGIS

Job description

This posting is for 1 full-time non-permanent hourly position up to 6 months.

Strathcona County is extending an employment opportunity to post-secondary students enrolled in a GIS program to work with Transportation Engineering and Operations (TEO). This position provides an excellent opportunity for students to expand their knowledge in areas such as data collection and analysis, data quality improvement, mapping and web GIS application development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Create and edit geospatial data/apps in the Strathcona County Enterprise GIS via ArcGIS Products (ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, Portal for ArcGIS and Enterprise Geodatabases)
• Perform data collection, data entry, and other tasks essential for maintaining accurate and up-to-date asset records (Note data collection may involve field-based duties)
• Create high-quality maps to meet operational needs and support decision making
• Conduct business and spatial analysis to complete assigned activities

Qualifications and Skills

• Currently enrolled in a post-secondary Geographic Information Systems (GIS) program
• Experience with Esri ArcGIS Products (ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, Portal for ArcGIS and enterprise geodatabases) is considered an asset
• Basic cartographic skills and knowledge of GPS data collection
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, handling deadlines and interruptions while managing conflicting priorities
• Strong attention to detail and ability to complete routine tasks with accuracy and focus
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to maintain a professional and positive image with internal and external customers and residents
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Willingness to learn on the job and take on new challenges

Conditions of Employment

• Reliable personal transportation is required (no public transit routes to TEO’s office)

Who We Are:

Strathcona County is a specialized municipality located in the heart of Alberta.Our vision is to become Canada’s most livable community, where our workplace culture and identity are supported by our people plan and values of integrity, respect, safety, fairness, and cooperation.

Why Join Strathcona County: (depending on position)

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, which includes:
  • Extended health and dental coverage
  • Health and wellness spending account
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Retirement and pension programs
  • Earned day off program
  • Employee and family assistance program
• Commitment to employee development, through internal and external training and development opportunities
• Well-being programs and a safety culture focused on physical and psychological health in the workplace

This competition may be used to fill future vacancies for similar positions within the next 6 months.

Strathcona County is committed to an inclusive, respectful, and equitable workplace that represents the community we serve. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds who can contribute diverse perspectives and experiences.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.