GIS Technician

DEPARTMENT: Planning and Development
LOCATION: Valleyview, Alberta
STATUS: Accepting applications until a suitable candidate is found. Applications review will begin on November 20, 2022.

Located in Northwest Alberta, the Municipal District of Greenview is a vast and diverse area rich in oil and gas, fertile farmland, and mixed wood forests. As the third-largest rural municipality in Alberta, Greenview boasts diversity in economic activities and an extraordinary landscape. Greenview’s economy is strengthened by its diversity, a talented workforce and an entrepreneurial spirit that is second to none. Our residents experience adventure right in their backyards with lakes, rivers, Rocky Mountain peaks and vast prairie offering a year-round outdoor playground for all ages.

Key Responsibilities Include:

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Reporting to the Manager, Planning and Development, the GIS Technician will design, develop, and manage the many sources of Greenview’s information and assets. Working closely with other departments, the GIS Technician will collect, maintain, analyze, and assess data.

MAJOR

Responsible for the administration, maintenance and management of Greenview’s general information systems including but not limited to Munisight, Geomedia, WorkTech, QGIS and AutoCAD.

Collect and maintain all asset data for a complete inventory with all key attributes, full descriptions, locations and condition assessment.

Preform manipulation and analysis of data using multiple software platforms and data sources.

Accountable for completeness and ongoing accuracy of the asset database.

Manage the timely data entry, updating and recording of all assets.

Record, maintain, review and analyze the transfer of data for asset information systems including facilitation of date capture methods.

Compile spatial data sets for a variety of sources, including land information, civic addresses, infrastructure networks, census data, Global Positioning System (GPS) data.

Conduct research and investigation of new technologies and provide recommendations to the Manager Planning & Development on improvements to geomatics related business practices and procedures. Liaise with both internal and external information streams.

Ability to interpret survey plans and engineered drawings.

Responsible to work with Munisight for updates to sheet maps, including base, council, custom, electoral, emergency mapping in creating and updating all specialty maps and provide GIS mapping to other internal departments within required deadlines.

Generate maps, other GIS reports and information products.

OCCASIONAL

Attend applicable workshops, conferences and training required.

Provide support and training for in-house geomatics software.

Assisting other departments with GIS related duties and tasks.

Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

QUALIFICATIONS / EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:

Completion of Two (2) year Geographic Information System Diploma or equivalent from a recognized institution.

Four (4) years practical desktop support experience working with Microsoft-based network environment.

Knowledge and experience with integrating Asset Management.

SKILLS REQUIRED:

Ability to interact well with, and respond to inquiries from employees, Management, Council and Ratepayers.

Working knowledge of GIS, PostGRES and related databases and good computer skills.

Experience working with vector, imagery and LiDAR data.

Must be self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision.

Good verbal and written communication skills.

Ability to interpret, implement and adhere to organizational policies and procedures.

Demonstrate critical thinking skills to help troubleshoot possible GIS related issues.

Experience in a local government environment is considered an asset.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT:

Extensive use of Computer and Telephone

Long periods of sitting

Good lighting, temperature and noise control

Moderate physical effort

Subject to working in mostly indoor environment

Visiting all of Greenview locations

Use and operation of vehicle

Normal working day consists of 7.5 hours; occasional overtime may be required

HEALTH AND SAFETY:

All personnel working at the Municipal District of Greenview are governed by the Municipal District Health & Safety Policy.

Ensures all operations are conducted in a safe manner and in accordance with Municipal District Policies and Occupational Health & Safety Regulations.

Ensure proper ergonomic requirements are met and good ergonomic procedures are practiced.

Adhere to construction safety procedures.

Required to wear correct Personal Protective Equipment as per safe job procedures.

Note: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the incumbent of this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and activities required of the position.

HOW TO APPLY:

Interested candidates may submit cover letter (stating the position you are applying to) and resume in one of the following ways:

By E-mail:

careers@mdgreenview.ab.ca (please quote the position in the subject line)

Mail or Drop Off:

Municipal District of Greenview No. 16

4806 – 36 Ave., Box 1079

Valleyview, Alberta T0H 3N0

Confidential Fax:

780-524-3981

While we truly appreciate all applications, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Additional Job Information:

Posted Date: Nov 22, 2022
Closing Date: Nov 30, 2022

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