GIS Technician

Lakeland HR Solutions; Alberta; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government entity in Alberta is seeking a GIS Technician to manage GIS data systems crucial for operational efficiency. The role includes extensive collaboration with internal departments to enhance data usage and streamline workflows. The ideal candidate should possess a relevant diploma or degree, experience with GIS software such as ArcGIS, and strong communication skills. This full-time, permanent position offers competitive salary and benefits while shaping the data landscape of the organization.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Competitive salary

Pension package

Qualifications

• Two years of college or a degree in GIS, geography, or related field.
• Five years of experience with GIS systems preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage GIS data systems for decision-making and operational efficiency.
• Provide customer service to internal departments and external parties.
• Develop long-term GIS strategy and improve data accuracy.

Skills

Create and maintain databases

Experience with GIS software

Strong interpersonal communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Two-year diploma or 4-year degree in geography or related field

Tools

ArcGIS

QGIS

Catalis Webmap

Google Earth Pro

Job description

Smoky Lake County is currently seeking a highly independent and technical professional to join our team as a Full-Time Permanent GIS Technician.

In this role, you will be responsible for managing the GIS data systems that drive our decision-making and operational efficiency. This position requires more than just technical maintenance; it involves active collaboration with internal departments to identify gaps, implement solutions, and demonstrate how accurate data can streamline County operations.

Position Overview

• Database Management & Analysis: Create, maintain, and optimize complex databases. You will be responsible for the integrity of our data systems and performing analysis to support County decision-making.
• Internal Support & Advocacy: Provide exceptional customer service to internal departments and external third parties. You will work collaboratively with the team to demonstrate the value of GIS data and help them utilize it to increase operational efficiency.
• Strategic Development & Operational Excellence: You will drive the County’s long-term GIS strategy and data accuracy by resolving conflicting information through field research, while continuously identifying opportunities to streamline workflows, reduce turnaround times, and deliver seamless service to internal teams.
• Administrative: Responsible for managing contracts, licensing, and budget with regard to GIS operations for the County.
• Asset Management Champion: Act as the Coordinator for the County’s Asset Management data. You will champion the program, ensuring accurate asset data is maintained to support long-term infrastructure planning and lifecycle management.

Qualifications

• Two-year diploma or 4-year degree, or equivalent course work at a technical or vocational school, in geographic information system, geography, planning, landscape architecture, civil engineering, computer science, or a related field, and/or five years of experience working with geographic information systems.
• Experience with GIS software, such as Catalis Webmap, QGIS, ArcGIS, Google Earth Pro, and Certified Tracking System. Municipal experience preferred.
• Must be able to create and maintain databases and analyze data.
• Experience with Asset Management is preferred.
• Ability to assess and handle multiple priorities and meet deadlines involving complex and evolving practices.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills including written communication, listening, speaking, problem-solving, discretion and tact.
• Organizational skills for timely and appropriate dissemination of internal and external information.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft platform and Adobe is an asset.
• Class 5 Alberta driver’s license.

The ideal candidate is a self-motivated and autonomous professional who possesses the ability to manage their own workload and drive projects forward without constant supervision. You are an analytical problem solver, naturally inclined to identify gaps in data systems and implement practical, effective solutions. As a technical expert with a service-oriented mindset, you excel at collaborating with internal teams to demonstrate the value of GIS data, ensuring that our systems are not just maintained, but actively utilized to enhance organizational efficiency.

Compensation & Benefits

Smoky Lake County offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits and pension package. This is a permanent, full-time position offering the opportunity to shape the data landscape of our organization.

Smoky Lake County would like to thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.