Job Description

One of our provincial clients is seeking a skilled GIS Specialist for a six-month contract. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to enterprise GIS system development and data management initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate to develop and maintain a robust enterprise GIS system.
• Provide comprehensive GIS support, including mapping, spatial analysis, data management, visualizations, and technical assistance.
• Engage in business development activities such as proposal preparation, client meetings, and presentations.
• Design and maintain map templates, layers, and symbol sets for GIS users.
• Utilize ETL/Integration technologies to convert spatial data formats and integrate data structures.
• Create and update GIS workflow and process documentation.
• Collect, compile, migrate, and convert datasets to meet project requirements.
• Evaluate new GIS software to ensure compatibility with workflows and user needs.
• Develop and implement tailored GIS solutions for projects.
• Support user training, technical assistance, and team collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in GIS, Geography, Computer Science, or a related discipline.
• Certification in GIS technology/software.
• 2–5 years of professional GIS experience.
• Proficiency in ESRI GIS software (ArcMap, ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, ArcGIS Enterprise).
• Knowledge of spatial data structures, formats, and databases (e.g., ESRI Geodatabase, Google KML).
• Experience with Python scripting/programming and SQL.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Familiarity with the software development lifecycle, requirements gathering, and user acceptance testing.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with PowerBI, Tableau, or CARTO.
• Hands-on experience with database management and spatial ETL tools.

This hybrid role offers a dynamic work environment where you will collaborate with experts to drive impactful GIS initiatives.