GIS Technologist

Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo; Fort McMurray; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional municipality in Fort McMurray is seeking a GIS Technologist to provide accurate GIS mapping and data solutions. This role involves utilizing advanced GIS tools for cartographic, analytical, and administrative tasks, including data management and geospatial analysis. Ideal candidates will possess a degree in a relevant field and advanced skills in GIS software. Join a collaborative team dedicated to operational excellence and innovative solutions.

Qualifications

• Two years' experience using GIS software.
• Experience with Python or other scripting languages.
• Ability to perform geospatial analyses and create GIS data.

Responsibilities

• Create electronic and interactive web maps.
• Perform geospatial analyses including statistical analysis.
• Assist with geospatial data requests and generate reports.

Skills

Advanced skill in ESRI ArcGIS

Knowledge of spatial statistics

Python scripting

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Education

Degree in Geography or related field

Tools

ArcGIS Desktop

Microsoft Office Suite

Enterprise databases (Oracle, PostgreSQL)

Job description

Position Details

Requisition ID: 4031

Affiliation: CUPE Municipal

Position Type: Permanent Full Time

Number of Openings: 1

Bi-weekly Working Hours: 70 hours bi-weekly

Shift/Work Schedule: Monday - Friday

Department/ Branch: Corporate Services, Asset Management

Job Location: Fort McMurray

Pay Level: PL13

Start Rate: $ 53.16

Permanent Rate: $ 62.65 (Permanent rate effective after completion of probation)

COLA: Bi-Weekly - $480

Posted (dd/mm/yyyy): 31/01/2026

Closing Date (dd/mm/yyyy): 15/02/2026

Posting Type: Internal and External

We strive to make our hiring process accessible to all candidates. If you require accommodation for the interview or any other part of the application process, please let us know.

About The Department

The Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo (RMWB) is seeking a passionate and driven professional to join our Corporate Services Division—a cornerstone of our municipal operations. Keep the engine running—with excellence.

From IT and Accounting to Asset Management and Taxation, our Corporate Services Division supports the entire municipality. This division ensures we remain fiscally responsible, operationally efficient, and ready to meet tomorrow’s challenges.

If you're ready to be part of a collaborative and forward-thinking organization where your skills make a difference, this is your space to grow.

General Description

Under general supervision, the GIS Technologist effectively liaises with business units to provide accurate and detailed GIS mapping and data solutions for the municipality. The incumbent will utilize advanced tools in GIS information management systems to perform cartographic, analytical, and administrative GIS work. This work includes the production, digitization, procurement, and maintenance of GIS datasets including the development of workflow modeling, scripting, automation for projects, and data stored within the authoritative enterprise GIS databases.

Responsibilities

• Create paper, electronic, and interactive web maps utilizing advanced tools in GIS.
• Perform a variety of geospatial analyses including statistical analysis, network geometric analysis, cluster analysis, and predictive modeling.
• Provide assistance and subject matter expertise with all geospatial data requests including generating reports, automating tasks, data collection, spatial data relationships, GIS software use, online mapping solutions, coordinate systems, geometric calculations, lidar technology, remote sensing, and air photo interpretation.
• Consult with internal clients regarding mapping requests to determine scope, vision, and objectives and present work which is aligned with the confirmed requirements.
• Analyze and present risk assessment to client departments regarding the proposed release of mapping information and data.
• Maintain thorough and detailed comprehension of the municipality’s spatial datasets in order to provide accurate solutions to information requests.
• Model data for effective spatial database storage.
• Create GIS data by digitizing, collecting, and manipulating data and information from other sources.
• Extract, transform, and load data.
• Join/relate spatial and non-spatial data.
• Clean and maintain data.
• Document assumptions, methods, and processes.
• Maintain skills and knowledge and pursue learning opportunities and ongoing professional development to remain current with industry software, technology best practices.
• Field data collection and observation as needed.
• Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Advanced skill in the use of ESRI ArcGIS Desktop applications (ArcMap 10.x, including but not limited to extensions Spatial Analyst or 3D analyst), ArcGIS Pro, ArcCatalog, ArcGIS Online and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Knowledge of spatial statistics and automating GIS tasks through use of Python scripting, Model Builder, FME, or other technologies.
• Knowledge of extract, transform, and load methods, global position system (GPS) data acquisition, and enterprise databases are required.
• Math and numeracy skills, including the ability to calculate between different spatial measurement units and calculate distances between coordinates.
• Understanding of coordinate and projection systems, converting between systems, ability to determine which systems are most appropriate for municipal use.
• High degree of attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to analyze information from a variety of sources and accurately present in a concise manner.
• Communicates effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Actively seeks to understand information communicated by listening and asking for clarification when needed.
• Ability to exercise confidentiality and discretion with municipal documents and information.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative, collaborative, and productive work relationships.
• Organizes own workload and prioritizes requests to consistently complete assigned work on time.
• Makes decisions that consider both strategic and operational consequences. Must have a strong attention to detail and appreciation for data quality.
• Knowledge of coordinate and projection systems, converting between systems, and the ability to determine which systems are most appropriate for municipal use.
• Competency testing may be required as part of the interview evaluation.
• Submission of a criminal record check.

Education And Experience

• Degree in Geography, Computer Science, Geomatics Engineering, or a related Degree program with a concentration in geographic information systems is required.
• Two (2) years’ experience using GIS software is required.
• Experience is to include python scripting or other scripting/programming languages; using and/or administering enterprise databases (Oracle, PostgreSQL, SQL Server, etc); cadastral layers; spatial analysis and design; and cartographic design.

Safety

As an employee of the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo, the incumbent is responsible for understanding and actively participating in the RMWB’s health and safety management system, and complying with all policies, practices, and procedures. All employees must take reasonable care to protect the health and safety of themselves and others, as well as immediately report any concerns, near misses, incidents, and hazardous conditions to their supervisor.

To apply

Please visit our website at jobs.rmwb.ca. Current employees must apply through the internal careers site. We appreciate the interest of all applicants; however, only those individuals selected for interviews will be contacted. Late applications will not be accepted.