Job Summary

Under supervision of the Parks Asset Management Coordinator, this position performs a variety of functions and activities related to the design, implementation, administration and maintenance of the geographic information system (GIS) for the department. 

Duties & Responsibilities

• Develops, evaluates and recommends standards and procedures for the collection and distribution of data for the geographic information system (GIS), including spatial and attribute data.
• Develops, evaluates and recommends standards and procedures for the design, implementation and on-going maintenance of the GIS.
• Develops, evaluates and recommends standards and procedures for the revision of the GIS databases, managing files and maintaining backup systems.
• Assists with the design, development and implementation of web-based GIS applications.
• Trains and assists staff to use GIS software and applications.
• Prepares drawings and queries using GIS, AutoCAD, and spatial analysis.
• Responds to enquiries and provides information from the spatial database to staff and the public.
• Maintains the databases related to parks, open space, natural, and urban forestry assets.
• Acts as the liaison with Corporate GIS to ensure coordination of Park’s GIS with enterprise GIS.
• Assists with the evaluation and installation of AutoCAD and GIS hardware and software.
• Maintains a current knowledge of AutoCAD and GIS hardware and software developments.
• Prepares various reports, as required.
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Graduation from a recognized, two-year, post-secondary drafting technology program or equivalent with additional course supplementation in GIS
• Certification as an Applied Science Technologist by the Saskatchewan Applied Science Technologists and Technicians.
• Successful completion of recognized AutoCAD and ArcGIS courses. Successful completion of courses in Visual Basic, Python, and SQL software would be an asset.
• Five years' experience in municipal operations, including two years' experience in the design, development and implementation of GIS applications. Experience with natural assets would be an asset.
• Thorough knowledge of GIS concepts and related software.
• Knowledge of the organization, interrelation, policies and programs of civic departments would be an asset.
• Considerable knowledge in spatial analysis and GIS web applications.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to work as a team member and independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to interpret maps, plans, survey notes and other relevant data.
• Ability to train staff.
• Skill in the use and maintenance of current AutoCAD, SQL, ArcGIS, and other GIS database software.