Parking Technologist (GIS)

City of Kingston; Canada; Hybrid; CAD 65,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Kingston is seeking a Parking Technologist (GIS) to lead development, management, and analysis of the City’s spatial parking data environment. You will integrate GIS, parking system data, financial data, and utilization studies to support evidence-based decisions on pricing strategy and demand initiatives.

This role serves as the GIS subject matter expert within Parking Operations and provides analytical support to Licensing & Enforcement Services.

Qualifications

• 3 year diploma/degree in GIS, Geometrics, Geography, Applied Science and Technology, or equivalent
• Minimum two (2) years' experience in a GIS-driven analytical environment, preferably municipal/public sector
• Experience with ESRI ArcGIS Pro online/Enterprise and data integration into GIS systems
• Experience integrating multiple data sources into GIS and analytical tools for reporting and decision support
• Experience in parking operations, transportation planning, or municipal asset management is an asset
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities
• Proficiency with MS Office including Excel and Access

Responsibilities

• Develop, manage and maintain the City’s parking geodatabase and GIS mapping environment for all parking assets
• Integrate data from parking technologies (meters, pay & display, mobile payment) into GIS and analytics
• Maintain and enhance databases associated with parking assets and transactions
• Provide technical mapping and data visualization support for projects and system improvements
• Prepare utilisation studies, surveys and reports to inform parking planning and pricing decisions
• Design spatial utilization and demand analyses using GIS tools
• Prepare regular statistical and financial reports
• Collaborate with Parking Operations and Corporate GIS/Planning teams

Skills

GIS analysis

Data visualization

Project management

Communication

Team collaboration

Python/SQL/JavaScript

Attention to detail

Education

3 year GIS/Geomatics/Geography diploma or equivalent

Tools

ArcGIS Pro

ArcGIS Online/Portal

ArcGIS Geodatabases

Oracle/MS-SQL

Python

Job description

Reporting to the Supervisor, Parking Operations, the Parking Technologist (GIS) is responsible for the development, management, and analysis of the City’s spatial parking data environment. The role leads the integration of GIS, parking system data, financial data, and utilization studies to support evidence-based decision making for parking operations, pricing strategy, supply planning, and transportation demand initiatives.

This position functions as the subject matter expert for GIS and data analytics within Parking Operations and provides analytical support to Licensing & Enforcement Services.

We manage Kingston’s parking system, offering daily and short-term parking along with permits for commuters, residents, contractors, and accessible parking. Our team oversees over 4,100 spaces in lots, garages, and on-street locations, provides rentals for events, and adapts regulations and signage to meet the city’s evolving needs.

What you’ll do...

• Develop, manage and maintain the City’s parking geodatabase, spatial inventories, and GIS mapping environment for all on-street and off-street parking assets
• Integrate data from parking technologies (meters, pay & display, pay on foot, mobile payment platforms) into GIS and analytical systems
• Maintain and enhance databases associated with parking assets and transactions
• Provide technical expertise for mapping projects, data visualization, and system improvements
• Prepare and conduct utilization studies and customer surveys
• Design and conduct spatial utilization studies, demand analysis, and parking displacement analysis using GIS tools
• Prepare regular statistical and financial reports
• Collect, collate and analyze data from databases, studies, surveys as well as best practices and prepare reports summarizing findings and recommendations to assist with parking planning, including impacts of parking displacement, expanding locations of paid parking and parking replacement strategies
• Create and maintain parking sign inventories
• Maintain and plan programming activities for parking systems
• Serve as the GIS liaison between Parking Operations and Corporate GIS/Planning teams
• Other duties as assigned

• 3 year diploma/degree in GIS, Geometrics, Geography, Applied Science and Technology, or equivalent
• Minimum two (2) years' experience working in a GIS-driven analytical environment, preferably within municipal or public sector operations
• Demonstrated experience managing spatial data, geodatabases, and performing analysis using ESRI, ArcGIS Pro online/Enterprise
• Experience integrating multiple data sources into GIS and analytical tools for reporting and decision support
• Experience in parking operations, transportation planning, or municipal asset management is considered an asset
• Must demonstrate corporate values of Belonging, Collaboration, Accountability, and Innovation
• Superior research and analytical skills
• Strong planning, multi-tasking, organizing, prioritizing and time management skills
• Excellent communication (written and verbal) with the ability to present ideas and reports in a variety of settings
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a proven ability to collaborate with others in a team environment
• Recent and relevant experience with the Esri ArcGIS software suite including ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online/Portal, ArcGIS Geodatabases and experience coordinating/managing mapping projects
• Recent and relevant experience with relational databases (Oracle, MS-SQL) and modern programming languages/tools (such as Python, Arcade, SQL, JavaScript)
• Demonstrated excellent project management skills
• Proficient with MS Office programs including Access and Excel, Adobe Pro/Corel Draw
• Able to perform the essential duties of the job such as walking, standing for long periods of time
• Must possess and maintain a valid class “G” license
• Required to obtain and maintain a satisfactory Criminal Record Check (CPIC)

Why us?

Join a team that’s building more than a city - we’re building a community where people thrive. At the City of Kingston, your work has real impact: safer streets, greener spaces, inclusive experiences, innovative transit, creative public spaces, and brighter futures for all.

We’re more than just a municipal government - we’re a team of problem-solvers, innovators, and community-builders who take pride in shaping the place we call home. As an employer, we’re committed to your growth, your well-being, and creating an environment where every voice counts. Your career is more than a job - it’s where your impact begins.

Why you’ll love it here…

We provide our employees with a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package, which may include extended health coverage, travel and life insurance, and long‑term disability. Specific benefits can vary depending on your role and terms of employment.

In addition, employees may enjoy access to:

• OMERS defined pension plan
• Employee wellness and assistance programs and resources
• Ongoing training and education opportunities
• Corporate perks such as discounted transit and fitness passes
• Learning & development resources and networks
• Relocation assistance and local resources

Why us?

Join a team that’s building more than a city - we’re building a community where people thrive. At the City of Kingston, your work has real impact: safer streets, greener spaces, inclusive experiences, innovative transit, creative public spaces, and brighter futures for all.

We’re more than just a municipal government - we’re a team of problem-solvers, innovators, and community-builders who take pride in shaping the place we call home. As an employer, we’re committed to your growth, your well-being, and creating an environment where every voice counts. Your career is more than a job - it’s where your impact begins.

Why you’ll love it here…

We provide our employees with a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package, which may include extended health coverage, travel and life insurance, and long‑term disability. Specific benefits can vary depending on your role and terms of employment.

In addition, employees may enjoy access to:

• OMERS defined pension plan
• Vacation entitlements
• Employee wellness and assistance programs and resources
• Ongoing training and education opportunities
• Flexible work arrangements
• Corporate perks such as discounted transit and fitness passes
• Learning & development resources and networks
• Relocation assistance and local resources

Our commitment

The City of Kingston acknowledges that we are on the traditional homeland of the Anishinabek, Haudenosaunee, and the Huron‑Wendat, and thanks these nations for their care and stewardship over this shared land.

Today, the City is committed to working with Indigenous peoples and all residents to pursue a united path of reconciliation.

Learn more about the City's reconciliation initiatives .