GIS Technician

City of Ottawa / Ville d’Ottawa; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 64,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dedicated GIS Analyst to assist in the creation and maintenance of GIS databases. This role involves analyzing and interpreting digital data to produce various maps and reports, contributing to essential research and projection projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Geographic Information Systems and possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Join a forward-thinking team that values diversity and inclusion, where your contributions will help shape the future of urban planning and operational performance.

Qualifications

• Completion of a 2-year community college course in GIS or related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in GIS data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Assist in creating and maintaining GIS databases for land use and employment.
• Analyze and interpret digital data to produce maps and reports.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

GIS Concepts

Leadership Capabilities

Organizational Skills

Initiative

Customer Service Orientation

Education

2-Year Community College Course in GIS

Tools

ArcView 8.1

MicroStation

AutoCAD

Office Automation Software

Job description

Requisition ID: 17395

Department: Public Works Dept.

Service: Operational Performance & Devel Services

Branch: Data Analysis & Performance Rep Branch

Employment Type: 1 Full-time Temporary-Up to 1 year

Work Hours: 35.00hours per week

Affiliation: CUPE 503 Inside/Outside

Salary Information: $64,175.02- $75,085.92 annually (2024 rates of pay)

Location: 100 Constellation, Nepean

City: Ottawa, ON

Job Category: Information Technology

Application Close: 09/05/2025

Job Summary

You assist with the creation and maintenance of GIS databases for land use, employment and other key variables, and work independently or as a team member on a variety of research and projection GIS projects. The project work deals with analyzing, compiling, organizing, interpreting and processing digital data to produce a variety of geographically related maps, graphic displays, projection models and reports.

Education And Experience

Completion of 2 year community college course in Geographic Information Systems, Survey Mapping Technology, Computer Science or related field

Minimum Of 4 Years Of Experience

KNOWLEDGE

• ArcView 8.1, Map database configuration
• Vision, MicroStation, and AutoCAD software
• Digital mapping methods and procedures
• Office automation software including Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Computer graphics workstations and peripherals
• Municipal GIS systems and applications
• Current GIS computer technology
• Knowledge of applicable health and safety legislation, including the rights and duties of workers.
  
  
  
  

Competencies, Skills And Abilities

• Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills/abilities required to deal effectively, efficiently and positively with all external and internal contacts
• Ability to perform tasks under minimal supervision in a dynamic environment and meet multiple deadlines
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• Strong interpersonal skills and leadership capabilities
• Copes with stress effectively
• Ability to deal with shifting priorities
• Demonstrated ability to work with all computer-related programs and systems specific to the work function
• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex operational planning issues from all perspectives necessary
• Ability to exercise sound judgment in difficult situations
• Ability to organize work efficiently and able to handle several assignments simultaneously
• Takes the initiative in recommending and implementing improvements to procedures to achieve high levels of service to staff and public
• Ability to exercise considerable independent judgment and discretion
• Make presentations to work groups
• Ability to articulate GIS concepts to users
• Demonstrated initiative, reliability and self-motivation
• Demonstrated strong reasoning, judgment and logical thinking
• Enthusiastic / positive attitude, team player
• Proven reliability and dependability
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written)
• Excellent organizational skills and thoroughness, high level of attention to detail and accuracy of work
• Customer Service Orientation
  
  
  
  

What You Need To Know

• Language Requirement: English oral, reading, writing
• Driver’s License Requirement: A valid Ontario unrestricted G class driver’s license (or provincial equivalent) with no more than 6 demerit points accumulated
• You may initially be paid 95% of your starting rate of pay, in accordance with the collective agreement.
• Experience and formal training combined with demonstrated performance and ability may substitute for stipulated academic requirements.
• Please save a copy of the job poster. Once the closing date has passed, it will no longer be available.
  
  
  
  

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

The City of Ottawa promotes the principles of diversity and inclusion and adheres to the tenets of the Canadian Human Rights Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. We encourage applications from members of Indigenous, Black and other racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women and non-binary persons, persons of all ethnic origins, religions, sexual orientations, classes, gender identities and expressions.

Candidates are encouraged to self-identify as a member of one or more designated employment equity groups in the self-identification questionnaire.

The City of Ottawa provides accommodation during all parts of the hiring process, upon request, to applicants with disabilities. If contacted to proceed to the selection process, please advise us if you require any accommodation.

Accessible formats and communication supports are available upon request. Please contact the HR Service Centre (email: [e-mail]) at 613-580-2424, extension 47411 HR Service Centre at 613-580-2424, extension 47411.