GIS Specialist I - Jobs in Dartmouth, NS

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Job PostingHalifax Regional Municipality (HRM) is inviting applications for the permanent, full time GIS Specialist I position in Information Technology. Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM) is committed to reflecting the community it serves and recognizing Diversity and Inclusion as one of the Municipality’s core values. We have an Employment Equity Policy and we welcome applications from African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons, Women in occupations or positions where they are underrepresented in the workforce, Indigenous/Aboriginal People, Persons with Disabilities and 2SLGBTQ+ Persons. Applicants are encouraged to self-identify on their electronic application.GIS (geographic information system) is one of HRM’s enterprise applications. The software is used extensively by various business units throughout the organization including the CAO’s office (Elections), Public Works (Project Planning & Design), Community & Recreation Services (Trails) and Public Safety (EMO, Fire, Police).Under the direction of the Manager, GIS, working with the Project Planning & Design section of Public Works (PW), the GIS Specialist I requires a broad technical knowledge of geography and geographic concepts, experience using Civil 3D, as well as data management concepts.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Interpret and identify CAD drawing standards to ensure compliance with Municipal guidelines and best practices while building a geospatial inventory in GIS
• Generate reports and products from geographic databases and related systems, to meet the needs of the organization and its business units
• Migrate and maintain the municipal surveying data inventory, using both GIS and Civil 3D to meet corporate and business unit needs
• Assist in developing procedures and standards for data collection and integration, as well as methods to reduce duplication and data entry errors
• Assist in performing, processing, and integrating acquired infrastructure field data into GIS
• Develop and execute quality assurance checks and quality control procedures
• Ensure data meets corporate standards as well as client needs and that appropriate metadata is captured against the corporate databases
• Implement, modify, and execute procedures for data integrity and security
• Ensure integration and compatibility with other IT system databases, programs, and initiatives
• Work pro-actively and cooperatively with the ICT and PW Resources to recommend tasks for work plan development and implementation purposes
• Assist in the design, development, and creation of workflows and processes
• Develop database queries, application scripts, and customized routines of varying complexity
• Export GIS and AutoCAD data using industry standards for use in other systems or for distribution
• Enter and update the geometry and attribute values of GIS data from source documents
• Use project management skills and practices to effectively manage and deliver projects within strict deadlines
• Perform spatial queries and analyses using a variety of GIS programs and relational databases
• Conduct research to find and verify GIS data from source documents
• Interpret and analyze aerial photography, making comparisons to other spatial data sources
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing; deal courteously, tactfully, and diplomatically with elected officials, co-workers and clients
• Prepare training materials and system documentation; organize and provide group and one-on-one training and support

QUALIFICATIONSEducation and Experience:

• 2-year diploma in geomatics from a recognized institution, or suitable combination of education and experience in geomatics
• Minimum two years work experience in a technical position in a geomatics environment, preferably in a municipal setting
• Minimum two years work experience with Civil 3D, ESRI, ArcInfo, ArcView, and/or ArcGIS suite of products
• Familiarity with FME considered an asset

Technical / Job Specific Knowledge and Abilities:

• Comprehensive working knowledge of ESRI products such as ArcInfo, ArcView and ArcGIS
• Thorough knowledge of cartographic concepts, design and layout. Strong database management and analysis skills
• Strong data maintenance skills
• Knowledge of remote sensing and remote sensing techniques
• Ability to interpret aerial photography and integrate scanned images into GIS
• Familiar with other GIS, CAD (Computer Aided Design) and database software
• Experience with Civil 3D
• Extensive interpretation skills with respect to municipal information (i.e. road and water networks, property information, building information, parks and open spaces, etc.)

Security Clearance Requirements: Applicants may be required to complete an employment security screening check.Please note - Testing may be conducted as a component of the selection process to assess technical and job specific knowledge. Candidates who are selected for testing may be tested in a group setting scheduled at the employers discretion.COMPETENCIES: Analytical Thinking, Communication, Customer Service, Networking / Relationship Building, Organizational Awareness, Organization and Planning, Teamwork and Cooperation, Valuing Diversity, Values and Ethics.WORK STATUS: Permanent, full timeHOURS OF WORK: 8:30am - 4:30pm, Monday to Friday; 35 hours per week. Some overtime hours may be required.SALARY: $35.21, Level 8 as per hour as per the Agreement between the Halifax Regional Municipality and the Nova Scotia Union of Public Employees LocalWORK LOCATION: Eric Spicer Building, 21 Mount Hope Ave, Dartmouth, NSCLOSING DATE: Applications will be received up to 11:59pm on Tuesday, July 12, 2022.This is a bargaining unit position. External applicants will only be considered if there are no qualified bargaining unit candidates.Please note: We thank all applicants for their interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for interview/testing will be contacted.During the recruitment process, applicants have the right to request accommodation. Applicants invited to participate in an assessment process (such as an interview or testing) and who require accommodation, should discuss their needs with the Recruiter when invited to the assessment process.(position # 78627660)Quick Apply

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