GIS Technician

Hastings County; Belleville; On-site; CAD 51,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local county government in Belleville is seeking a Full-Time GIS Technician to support the maintenance and dissemination of geospatial data. Responsibilities include creating and maintaining geospatial datasets, assisting in municipal planning, and developing online mapping applications. The ideal candidate will have a university degree in GIS and two years of relevant experience. Competitive salary and excellent benefits provided.

Benefits

Excellent fringe benefits

Qualifications

• 2+ years of GIS-related work experience.
• Experience with Esri software and GIS equipment.
• Knowledge of governmental mapping standards.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and support County geospatial data.
• Develop online mapping applications.
• Assist in municipal planning processes.

Skills

GIS software proficiency

Cartographic design skills

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Organizational skills

Education

University degree in GIS

Tools

ArcGIS Pro

ArcGIS Online

GIS/GPS data collection units

Job description

The County of Hastings has a current vacancy for a Full-Time GIS Technician at the County Administration Building in Belleville, Ontario. This position will be responsible for a wide range of technical duties related to supporting the ongoing maintenance and dissemination of County geospatial data and applications.

DUTIES:

• Support the on-going creation and maintenance of the County of Hastings corporate geospatial data and associated databases.
• Ensure a high level of data integrity and accuracy for new and/or revised geospatial datasets through daily input, analysis and editing.
• Develop, design and maintain County online mapping applications for staff, member municipalities and the general public.
• Provide GIS/mapping support for County Planning & Development Department staff and member municipal staff for municipal planning processes such as Official Plan and zoning mapping and other projects and needs as identified.
• Assist with and respond to mapping research needs in order to identify new data sources, resolve conflicting information and ensure the accuracy of geospatial data.
• Assist with the preparation of standard and custom mapping products (digital and paper maps, data analysis and other related information) by request from municipal staff, the general public and various agencies and prepare and maintain associated invoicing.
• Assist field research (data collection) with mobile GIS/GPS in order to enhance County geospatial data warehouse and support member municipal operations (e.g. infrastructure).
• Provide occasional GIS technical assistance, training and support, where directed, to County and member municipal staff.
• Filing as required to ensure maintenance of departmental records.
• Other duties as may be required from time to time

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Recognized University degree in Geographic Information Systems (GIS). Other relevant/equivalent education and experience may be considered.
• A minimum of two years’ GIS-related work experience,
• Considerable experience with current Esri software (ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, ArcGIS desktop, Spatial Analyst, Network Analyst).
• Strong cartographic design skills highlighted by creativity and a keen eye for detail.
• Experience and knowledge in the use of GIS-related equipment (GIS/GPS data collection units, large format plotter).
• Knowledge of legal land surveying, co-ordinate geometry and topographic mapping.
• Knowledge of provincial and municipal government mapping standards and resources.
• Strong organizational, analytical and problem solving skills.
• Valid “G” driver’s license and use of vehicle

ENHANCED QUALIFICATIONS

• GIS work experience in a local government environment is preferred with an emphasis in planning procedures.
• Knowledge of municipal government responsibilities and practices will be considered an asset.
• Ability to read and interpret digital surveys.

HOURS OF WORK: 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Monday to Friday, 35 hours per week

RATE OF PAY: $51,257.23 - $59,902.50 per annum, with excellent fringe benefits

In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, personal information collected will be used only for the purposes of this employment opportunity. We thank all candidates who apply but advise that only those persons selected for an interview will be contacted. The County of Hastings is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes. Please contact us if you require this posting in an alternate format. If contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise Human Resources if you require accommodation. The successful candidate will be required to provide a clear Criminal Record Check and/or Vulnerable Sector Check.

Information

Department

Information Technology

Category

Full Time

Job Status

Open

Region

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