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Gis technician Jobs in Amherst, NS

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GIS Specialist (GIS Officer 1(A)-(B)-2(A)-(C))

Government of Nova ScotiaAMHERST, NS, CA

Permanent

Registered Pharmacy Technician

MacQuarries Pharmasave GroupAmherst, NS, CA

Full-time

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Licensed Pharmacy Technician – Full Time | Amherst, NS MacQuarries Pharmasave Group | Trusted Community Pharmacy Since 1920 Location : Amherst, Nova Scotia Position Type : Full-Time Compensatio...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago

QA Technician (Afternoons)

Cam TranSackville, NB, CA

Full-time

Quick Apply

Payroll and Benefits Coordinator.Monday -Thursday 4 : 30PM to 3 : 00AM.We are currently recruiting for this position and will be reviewing applications as they are received. Join a Team That Keeps Canad...Show moreLast updated: 7 days ago

Registered Veterinary TechnicianTechnologist

Vet StrategySackville, New Brunswick, Canada

Full-time

Our commitment to animals pet parents and the community along with our beautifully renovated surgery suite sets us apart. Nowwerelooking for a passionate RVT to be part of our growing Sackville Ani...Show moreLast updated: 15 days ago

Red Seal Industrial Electrician

Emmerson PackagingAmherst, NS, CA

Full-time +1

Electrical Maintenance Technician (EMT).Emmerson Packaging is a third-generation family-owned company.We are an industry leader in flexible packaging solutions, and we love what we do! We pride our...Show moreLast updated: 21 days ago

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Electro Mechanical Technician - Biomedical Engineering

Nova Scotia Health and IWK HealthAmherst, Nova, CA

Full-time

Click here to apply as an internal applicant.FMS BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING-CRH.Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, with some specialized services also offered...Show moreLast updated: 20 hours ago

GIS Specialist (GIS Officer 1(A)-(B)-2(A)-(C))

The Government of Nova ScotiaAMHERST, NS, CA

Permanent

Feb-26 (Applications are accepted until 11 : 59 PM Atlantic Time).At Service Nova Scotia, we impact every citizen, business, and municipality in Nova Scotia. We conduct over five million client inter...Show moreLast updated: 1 day ago

Automotive Collision Technician

Steele Auto GroupAmherst, NS, CA

Full-time

Red Seal Auto Body & Collision Technicians – Bordertown Collision.At Steele Auto Group, work is more than a job.It’s a chance to inspire positive impact through every interaction, every vehicle, ev...Show moreLast updated: 14 days ago

3rd 4th Year Apprentice Auto Body and Collision Technician

Steele Auto Group CareersAmherst, Nova Scotia, Canada

Full-time +1

At Steele Auto Group work is more than a job.It is a chance to inspire positive impact through every interaction every vehicle every journey. Our people are at the heart of it all because everything...Show moreLast updated: 20 days ago

Associate Veterinarian

Seven ResourcingHalifax , Nova Scotia

Full-time +1

We are looking for an Associate Veterinarian.Our clients clinic specializes in dogs, cats and occasionally smaller animals. Your day-to-day as a Vet includes performing surgeries on injured animals,...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago

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Field Service Technician

Total Power LimitedSackville, NB, Canada

Full-time

What You’ll Do – The Role.Perform emergency service, preventative maintenance, repairs, troubleshooting, and instruction for customer generators as efficiently as possible.Test, measure...Show moreLast updated: 12 days ago

Registered Pharmacy Technician (Pharmacy Practice Assistant) - Pharmacy Services

Nova Scotia Health AuthorityAmherst, Nova Scotia, CA

Full-time +1

Reporting to the Pharmacy Manager / Operations Manager, the Registered Pharmacy Technician (Pharmacy Practice Assistant) participates in the provision of safe, competent, patient or family centered e...Show moreLast updated: 2 days ago

GIS Specialist (GIS Officer 1(A)-(B)-2(A)-(C))

Government of Nova ScotiaAMHERST, NS, CA

1 day ago

Job type

Permanent

Job description

About Us

At Service Nova Scotia, we impact every citizen, business, and municipality in Nova Scotia. We conduct over five million client interactions each year through the various programs and services we deliver on behalf of the government. We continuously strive to make our programs and services more responsive to the needs and expectations of Nova Scotians.

About Our Opportunity

This client-focused, problem-solving role offers an excellent opportunity to build your analytical skills and advance your career through hands-on experience and professional development. You’ll work alongside a dedicated team of geomatics professionals committed to improving provincial GIS datasets and refining maintenance strategies and quality control programs.

Reporting to GIS Coordinators at the Nova Scotia Geomatics Centre in Amherst, the Geographic Information System (GIS 1-2) Specialist is responsible for the collection, manipulation, analysis, development, maintenance, and mapping of government-related spatial datasets. Documenting processes and procedures is a key part of the role.

Collaboration with stakeholders and data providers, along with the use of remotely sensed data such as aerial photography, satellite imagery, LiDAR, and Pictometry, is essential to maintaining the foundational provincial datasets. Digitizing source materials and integrating GPS data are also necessary for this work.

The ideal candidate is a highly skilled, detail-oriented geomatics professional with technical expertise in the latest GIS technologies and practices. This includes experience with GIS platforms such as ArcGIS Online (AGOL), Esri Enterprise / Portal, and ArcGIS Pro, as well as a solid understanding of cartographic principles, spatial analysis tools, relational and file-based databases, and geographic data methodologies.

Primary Accountabilities

The GIS Specialist is responsible for :

Maintaining and promoting GIS best practices and quality control standards
Managing and maintaining geospatial databases
Creating and maintaining digital geospatial data and products
Developing and publishing GIS applications for provincial government partners using ArcGIS Online (AGOL) and / or Esri Enterprise / Portal
Producing cartographic products that adhere to standards and prioritize accessibility
Researching and developing new geospatial products and solutions
Utilizing remote sensing data such as aerial photography, orthophotos, and LiDAR, including the creation of derived products such as DEMs
Supporting and maintaining databases, distributable datasets, map services, and mapping applications, including the creation of technical documentation
Providing technical support and training to other provincial departments, municipalities, and First Nation communities on spatial information needs
Assisting clients in locating and accessing the geospatial data and products they require
Enhancing the client experience by exploring and testing self-serve data distribution solutions

Qualifications and Experience

The successful candidate must have one of the following education levels :

Graduation from an approved Geomatics program at a recognized GIS technical school and / or

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant Geomatics field

The ideal candidate will have knowledge and / or experience in the following :

Experience with geographic information systems and related database applications;

Self-starter with a positive attitude who applies a regular application of independent, sound judgment to solve problems in Demonstrate effective interpersonal skills, good organizational and strong verbal and written communication skills;

Ability to exercise a logical approach to analyzing problems, interpret client needs while building relationships, adapt to new methodologies and software applications, interact with outside organizations and the public in a professional manner;

Work cooperatively and collectively in a team environment;

Attention to detail and strong time management skills;

Ability to embrace changing technology and innovate internal processes to make the most of changes in technology

Manage multiple tasks with conflicting priorities while meeting deadlines.

Equivalency

Applicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must demonstrate such equivalencies in their application.

Benefits

Based on the employment status and union agreement, the Government of Nova Scotia offers its employees a wide range of benefits such as a Defined Benefit Pension Plan, Health, Dental, Life Insurance, General illness, Short and Long Term Disability, Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs. For information on all our Benefit program offerings, click here : Benefits for government employees.

Assets

The following qualifications will be considered assets. Please clearly state and demonstrate any of the following :

Experience working with province-wide datasets maintained by our section, including :

Nova Scotia Civic Address File

Nova Scotia Road Network

Nova Scotia Topographic Database

Nova Scotia Orthophotography Database

Nova Scotia Geographic Names Database

Nova Scotia Aerial Photography Database

Nova Scotia LiDAR and derivative products

Proficiency with Structured Query Language (SQL), Arcade, and Python

Experience with geocoding techniques and network datasets

Experience using ArcGIS Online and Portal for ArcGIS

Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite, particularly Illustrator and Photoshop

Experience using 3D modelling tools to digitize topographic features and capture x, y, and z data from imagery or LiDAR using a heads-up interface

Understanding of data-use licenses and disclaimers, particularly in support of client data orders

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.

Department Specific Flexible working schedules.

Pay Grade : PR 01 - PR 10 Salary Range : $1,;- $2,;Bi-Weekly