Job Summary

Under supervision of the Information Management Coordinator (CGIS), this position provides business and integration analysis and technical support, including planning and delivery of applications, for the Corporate Geographic Information Systems (GIS).

Duties & Responsibilities

• Plans, designs, coordinates and provides advice concerning the development and implementation of new and revised GIS applications, in accordance with customer requirements.
• Develops, modifies and reviews new and revised information systems designs, program designs and all relevant documentation.
• Performs various project roles as assigned.
• Responds to and resolves system and production failures related to GIS, as required.
• Develops, modifies and reviews computer programs and job streams using the appropriate programming and job control languages.
• Plans, coordinates and provides advice concerning the development and implementation of new and revised Corporate GIS, in accordance with customer requirements.
• Maintains knowledge of technology advancements as they pertain to current and future departmental and Corporate IT requirements, with a focus on GIS technologies.
• Supervises and trains staff as assigned.
• Prepares proposals and recommendations for management action.
• Assists with the development and implantation of GIS policies, procedures and standards.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education, Training and Experience Requirements

• Degree in computational science or related discipline, supplemented with training in GIS related technologies plus six years’ experience in municipal operations, systems planning and implementation of applications and databases.

OR

• Successful completion of a recognized two-year, post-secondary program in computer sciences, drafting/CAD or GIS, supplemented with training in information systems technology plus eight years’ experience in municipal operations, systems planning and implementation of applications and databases.
• For the purpose of this posting experience in municipal operations, systems planning and implementation of applications and databases must involve 2 years’ current experience in the following areas:
  • Microsoft Technologies
  • ESRI GIS Technologies
  • Web Technologies and Internet Security

Knowledge, Abilities and Skills

• Thorough knowledge of the corporate organization, interdepartmental relationships and the relevant policies, practices and procedures.
• Considerable knowledge of a formal system development methodology for GIS.
• Considerable knowledge of the operational characteristics and capabilities of computer systems, equipment and languages.
• Knowledge of GIS program design, database management, structures and spatial analysis.
• Knowledge of project management tools and techniques and the ability to participate in all project roles.
• Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, including preparing and conducting presentations.
• Ability to plan, direct and coordinate assigned staff.
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills and the ability to relate well with all levels of the organization and external contacts.

Requires Security Check

Additional Requirements

Call-back, shift work and overtime may be required