GIS Specialist

JD# : CT335

Job Number : J1124-0904

Job Title : GIS Specialist

Department :

Development Planning Department

Job Type : Permanent Full Time

Job Category : Government

Number Of Positions : 1

Date Posted : December 6, 2024

Closing Date : December 20, 2024

Salary : $3,012.13 - $3,239.10 / Bi-Weekly

Hours of work : 35

Schedule : M-F

Union : CUPE 905 FT Clerical and Technical

Vaughan is one of Canada's fastest-growing cities. Its emerging downtown, the Vaughan Metropolitan Centre; Canada's first smart hospital, the Cortellucci Vaughan Hospital; and the 900-acre North Maple Regional Park continue to generate momentum and excitement. Be part of something amazing and build your career at the City of Vaughan!

The City is an equal-opportunity employer and a forward-looking municipality that is committed to fostering a dynamic workplace that is diverse, inclusive and welcoming. As an award-winning organization for its employment and diversity and inclusivity practices, the City is focused on providing its employees with a thriving professional environment that leverages flexible work arrangements, a family-focused benefits package emphasizing work-life balance, learning and growth opportunities, and a place where collaboration and teamwork are valued.

Excellence demands brilliant personalities, visionary thinking and a passion for public service. Vaughan is your place to grow.

Position Overview

Reporting to the Manager, Planning GIS and Analytics, this position is responsible for the design, implementation and operation of advanced spatial analysis services, supporting GIS applications, system integration, and coordinating GIS work plans and projects. Assists planning and growth management (P&GM) staff with requests related to spatial data processing, management, automation and visualization. Creates and maintains GIS Data sets including the administration of data privacy levels among multiple staff, projects, departments, and external institutions / stakeholders.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Geography, GIS, Spatial Analysis or a suitable equivalent.
• Minimum three (3) years' experience managing and applying GIS data and analytics, web mapping, data management and advanced visualization techniques, preferably to solve urban planning challenges. Experience working with Municipal Government Projects and / or applying GIS methods to communicate urban planning policies and scenarios.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team
• Proven high-level analytical, problem-solving skills and strategic thinking capacity
• Ability to effectively manage time and workload, focus on assigned tasks and delivery quality products Demonstrated experience with ArcGIS desktop (e.g. ArcGIS pro, City engine), ArcGIS Online, FME workbench, FME server, MS Office Suite, AutoCAD, Adobe creative suite, SQL, Management Studio
• Ability to deal courteously and effectively with the public and staff
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Strong interest in the application of GIS technology, motivated and self-starting focus. Strong organizational skills and ability to take on proactive approach
• Knowledge of, and demonstrated ability in, the City's core and leadership competencies and relevant functional competencies
• Ability to work outside normal business hours, as required.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please be advised, the City of Vaughan uses email to communicate with applicants for open job competitions.

The City of Vaughan is committed to diversity and inclusivity in employment and welcomes applications from qualified individuals of diverse backgrounds. The City of Vaughan is also committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.

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