GIS Student: Build Municipal Maps & Data Skills

Town of Qualicum Beach; Qualicum Beach; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The Town of Qualicum Beach is seeking a GIS Student in the Information Technology Department for a temporary full-time role up to four months with a January 2027 start.

Responsibilities include digitizing municipal features, QA/QC, using ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Enterprise, FME, and supporting GIS workflows while learning municipal processes. Must be enrolled in a GIS program and hold a valid Driver's License.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 or equivalent completed.
• Current enrollment in a post-secondary program related to GIS.
• A valid Class 5 Driver's License with a clean record.
• Experience with Esri ArcGIS platforms and relational databases.
• Ability to work well in a team and communicate effectively.
• Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills.
• Interest in learning new GIS tools and municipal processes.

Responsibilities

• Digitize municipal property lines and points; integrate data into the geodatabase using FME and AI tools where appropriate.
• QA/QC and update digital service card records from legacy cards, drawings, orthophotos, and oblique imagery.
• Gain hands-on experience with ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Enterprise, FME, and VertiGIS Studio while supporting departmental initiatives.
• Collaborate with GIS staff to learn workflows and assist in delivering GIS services.
• Develop ArcGIS Survey123 forms to digitalize paper Excel and PDF workflows.
• Survey municipal assets using GPS and ArcGIS Field Maps to update geometry and location.
• Communicate GIS data issues and work with staff on practical solutions.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Driver's license

Interest in GIS tools

Problem solving

Education

Grade 12 or equivalent

Enrolled in post-secondary GIS program

Tools

ArcGIS Pro

ArcGIS Portal

ArcGIS Enterprise/Online

FME

ArcGIS Dashboards

ArcGIS Survey123

ArcGIS Field Maps

VertiGIS Studio

Python

Job description

The Town of Qualicum Beach is seeking a GIS Student in the Information Technology Department for a temporary full-time role up to four months with a January 2027 start.

Responsibilities include digitizing municipal features, QA/QC, using ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Enterprise, FME, and supporting GIS workflows while learning municipal processes. Must be enrolled in a GIS program and hold a valid Driver's License.