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Company DescriptionThe County of Grande Prairie builds on its natural environment and the entrepreneurial spirit of its citizens to provide an unmatched quality of life and opportunity for all. We offer a collaborative and dynamic workplace where our values of Trustworthy, Transparent, Respectful, and Collaborative guide our conduct and contribute to a healthy culture.Job DescriptionThe County’s Information Systems team is looking for a GIS Analyst. Reporting to the Supervisor of Corporate GIS, GIS Analysts are responsible for supporting GIS applications, assisting in various projects, optimizing, and automating processes, and performing spatial/traditional data analysis, in conjunction with maintaining the corporate enterprise geodatabase.The GIS Analyst also researches, develops and maintains GIS solutions to support business operations throughout the organization as well as with external stakeholders including the collection and analysis of data, and mapping solutions.Job Duties and Responsibilities:Developing and maintaining online web mapping services and applications using ArcGIS Enterprise tools.Developing data automations using FME, Python, SQL and other tools.Performing GIS related duties as part of the Emergency Command Centre (ECC)Developing and maintaining maps, apps, dashboards and reports.Assist with developing and documenting workflows for GIS processes.Assist with developing and maintaining data standards.Assist with the administration of cloud-based applications, such as ArcGIS Online.Designing and building solutions for business problems using ESRI products.Adhering to organizational best practices and established standards.Collecting, processing and maintaining spatial dataProvide training, advice and support to staff, Council and the public.Other duties as required.QualificationsDegree or diploma in Geographic Information Systems or closely related field.Geographic Information Systems Professional (GISP) certification an asset.ESRI Certifications an asset (Foundation, Associate, Professional)Minimum of two (2) years recent experience working in GIS.Experience working on GIS projects independently as well as part of a teamPrevious municipal experience is an asset.Additional InformationWhat We Offer:The County of Grande Prairie provides a competitive compensation package, including benefits, pension and vacation. We actively support professional development opportunities and foster an engaging work environment.This permanent full-time position entails a 35 hours work a week. Monday to Friday from 8:30 to 4:30 with some overtime as required.This posting will be open until August 12th, 2024 at 11:59pm or until suitable candidate found.Pay rate: $45.44 to $53.46 per hour.We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.The County of Grande Prairie recognizes and values the principles of fair hiring practices. We are committed to a respectful and inclusive workplace and welcome applications from all qualified individuals. Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please contact and we will work with you to meet your needs.This posting may be used for future vacancies or to fill more than one positionThis posting may be open until a suitable candidate(s) is/are found.Please note that once your application is complete, you will receive a confirmation email. If we require any additional information we will contact you. Due to the volume of applications received we can only answer questions at the interview stage.County of Grande Prairie No. 1
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