Biodiversity Data Analyst (GIS Officer 3) - Jobs in Kentville, NS

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Department: Lands and ForestryLocation: KENTVILLEType of Employment: PermanentUnion Status: NSGEU - NSPGClosing Date: 10/13/2021 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)About UsNova Scotia is rich in natural resources – including biodiversity, forests, geological resources, provincial parks and the land we manage. The Department of Natural Resources and Renewables is responsible for the development, management, conservation and protection of wildlife, parks, and forest resources and the administration of the provinces Crown land. Together we are working with Nova Scotians to build a better future through sustainable natural resource management as we all benefit from the natural health and wealth of the province.With the introduction of the new cabinet on August 31, 2021, some Nova Scotia Government departments are going through name changes and structural transitions. Until administrative & system updates are made, the name of these departments, as it appears in the posting, might be impacted. Meanwhile, if you require clarification, please contact competitions@novascotia.ca.About Our OpportunityAs the Biodiversity Data Analyst, you will be the technical lead on the biodiversity information systems required to support wild species, habitat and ecosystem conservation and utilization initiatives.Primary AccountabilitiesSome of the primary accountabilities in the role include:

• Designing, building, and administering systems, tools and processes to collect, maintain and provide access to biodiversity data within the Department of Natural Resources and Renewables in collaboration with other information technology and wildlife professionals, as well as external partners, academia and contractors.
• Administrating and supporting the Biodiversity Investigation Reports system which tracks provincial wild species occurrences and interactions.
• Developing scripts, tools, and interfaces to improve the collection, processing and quality control of digital information submitted for various departmental initiatives.
• Designing and completing routine quality control procedures on information entering biodiversity databases, tracking defects and identifing corrective action to address defects or business process improvements.
• Providing routine and ad-hoc reporting for use by government, researchers, industry, the public and media and you are critical in identifying and gathering business intelligence and performance metrics to assist with business improvement. Within the Wildlife Division, you will work closely with the managers and staff responsible for harvested species management, human-wildlife conflict, ecosystems, habitats and species-at-risk, other GIS and wildlife modelling staff, as well as partner organizations such as the Atlantic Canada Conservation Data Centre.
• Supporting a broad user group within the Regional Services Branch. Documenting business processes, functional and technical requirements to provide for efficient system usage and administration as well as new solutions or enhancements.
• Preparing proposals, providing recommendations, and project planning for enhanced or new solutions to meet business needs; conducting database requirements analysis, design and development, as well as data analysis, cleansing and conversion.
• As needed,iidentifing, coordinating, and delivering technical training, and providing application and hardware support to staff.

This position reports to the Director of Wildlife.Qualifications and ExperienceThis may be the right opportunity for you if you have a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant Geomatics field along with 5 years related experience or graduation from an approved technical school in the field of geomatics with 8 years related experience; an equivalent combination of training and experience may be acceptable.This position requires the following:

• Work experience using a modern programing language such as C++, C# or Visual Basic to develop GIS and other related tools.
• Work experience in programming using the Python scripting language
• Training or experience in using MySQL and/or PostgreSQL relational database management systems.
• Experience of supporting broad user groups such as management, front line or field staff.

Please ensure that you provide the specific details of your relevant work experience in your cover letter or resume as it applies to the requirements listed above.Candidates will have demonstrated excellent project management skills, ability to manage priorities and competing demands across multiple projects, collaboration & client service skills including user support experience, initiative, analytical and problem-solving skills. Candidates will have experience documenting and communicating results, procedures, and programming code. Candidates will also have demonstrated an ability to meet deadlines and maintain accuracy and productivity.We will assess the above qualifications and competencies using one or more of the following tools: written examination, standardized tests, interview(s), and reference checks.EquivalencyApplicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must demonstrate such equivalencies in their application.BenefitsBased on the employment status and Union agreement, the Government of Nova Scotia offers its employees a wide range of benefits such as: Health, Dental, Life Insurance, Pension, General Illness (Short and Long Term), Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs.Working ConditionsWork in an office environment.What We Offer

• Career Development where you have access to career guidance, tools, resources, and ongoing training for every stage of your career.
• Engaging workplace. Our Employees feel valued, respected, connected, and tuned in. We have forward-thinking policies and strategies.
• Countless Career Paths for Nova Scotians.
• Department Specific Flexible working schedules.

Pay Grade: PR 13Salary Range: $2,396.86 - $2,913.59 Bi-WeeklyEmployment Equity Statement:Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the citizens we serve. The Government of Nova Scotia has an Employment Equity Policy, and we welcome applications from Indigenous People, African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons, Persons with Disabilities and Women in occupations or positions where they are under-represented. If you are a member of one of these equity groups, you are encouraged to self-identify on your electronic application.This is a bargaining unit position initially restricted to current civil service employees represented by the Nova Scotia Government Employees Union (NSGEU). Failure to apply correctly means that your application will not be given first consideration as a bargaining unit applicant, and will only be included if external applications are pursued.External applicants and current casual employees will only be considered if there are no qualified civil service bargaining unit candidates. PLEASE NOTE: Candidates will not be considered for an interview if applications are incomplete or are missing information.Offer of employment is conditional upon the completion of all applicable background checks and confirmation of credentials, the results of which must be satisfactory to the employer. We thank all applicants for the interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All questions and concerns may be directed to Competitions@novascotia.ca.Quick Apply

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