GIS Technician

Tla’amin Nation; British Columbia; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

Join Tla’amin Nation as a GIS Technician in a part-time role, providing vital support in geospatial database management. You will work collaboratively with various departments, assist with technical GIS tasks, and contribute to essential projects that track cultural and infrastructural data. Ideal candidates will have a GIS diploma or certificate and a strong passion for data management coupled with respect for Indigenous cultures.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-3 years experience with GIS software.
• Valid BC Driver’s License required.
• Experience in fieldwork in various conditions.

Responsibilities

• Maintain geospatial databases and assist other departments.
• Perform field-based data collection using a GNSS receiver.
• Digitize architectural drawings and maintain data integrity.

Skills

GIS systems

Data management

Technical coaching

Organizational skills

Education

GIS Certificate or Diploma

Tools

ArcGIS Pro

Job description

Position Summary

Job Type: Temporary, Part Time

Hours of Work: 20-30 hours per week based on operational needs

Reporting to: GIS Specialist

Department: Lands & Natural Resources

The GIS Technician will provide technical support to other works or projects via the GIS Department by answering inquiries, providing information and mapping products as required. This would be achieved through accurate population and maintenance of geospatial databases. Responsibilities will focus heavily on Tla’amin Nation’s (TN) Asset Management Inventory Database but may also include other work such as tracking Archaeological Sites, Preliminary Archaeological Field Reconnaissance (PAFR) locations, and assisting in the management of the Traditional Use Site Reconnaissance Survey database. The successful candidate will be comfortable instructing or assisting TN employees on GIS use by providing verbal and/or written instructions for specific GIS tasks that employees are required to perform in relation to their roles and duties.

Key Responsibilities

Performs all duties and responsibilities in accordance with Tla’amin policies, standards, practices and procedures as directed by the GIS Specialist. Maintains confidentiality as required pertaining to members, clients, employees and general matters of the Nation.

• Aids in the maintenance of Tla’amin Public Works inventory-based data management systems.
• Digitizes previous works such as architectural drawings to incorporate assigned characteristics into databases.
• Provides technical assessment of asset condition through field-based data collection using a GNSS receiver.
• Consults with Public Works and other divisions regarding the collection of infrastructure performance data (e.g., sewer blockages, water main breaks, road repair data, numbers of affected customers, etc.).
• Updates and edits data as instructed; maintains accurate and up-to-date systems, data files, reports, and records.
• Collects data for various departments through fieldwork in a variety of weather conditions.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Qualifications

Education, Training, Experience

• A GIS Certificate or Diploma from a post secondary program.
• 2-3 years of experience working with GIS software (e.g ArcGIS Pro, Field Maps, Survey123, Story Maps, Dashboards, Experience Builder).
• An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
• A Valid BC Driver’s License and acceptable driver’s abstract.
• Acceptable Police Information Check.
  

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Strong understanding of GIS systems, practices and analysis.
• Organizational skills in relation to data archiving, structure, naming conventions and management standards.
• Ability to coach and provide information to co-workers.
• Demonstrates positivity and professionalism in word and action; ability to follow procedures.
• Motivated self-starter with ability to work independently or collaboratively as a team member.
• Willingness to seek guidance and ask questions when needed.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to perform field work as required in various terrains and weather conditions.
• Genuine respect for Tla’amin Nation’s history and culture.
  
  

Working Conditions

Work is performed primarily in an office environment. Occasional travel to attend meetings or training is required. May need to be outside in various weather conditions for data collection.

How to Apply
Please apply by uploading your resume and cover letter to: https://tlaaminfirst.bamboohr.com/careers/233

OR

Drop-off/mail Attention: Human Resources Department, Tla’amin Nation, 4779 Klahanie Rd, qathet, BC, V8A 0C4

We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those shortlisted will be contacted.