City of Mississauga

GIS Specialist, IT


PayCompetitive
LocationMississauga/Ontario
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: 25106

      Req ID: 25106
      Vacancy Type: Temporary
      Contract Duration: Up to 2 years
      Number of Positions: 2
      Closing Date: 05/31/2024

      Job Summary

      The City of Mississauga is looking for dynamic and eager GIS professionals to join our GIS team that is fast establishing itself as leaders in GIS, Data Analytics and 3D Visualization. We are a data-rich organization and are interested in a candidate who can leverage this data effectively in both 2D and 3D. The successful candidate must enjoy the challenge of utilizing the ESRI platform to conduct GIS analysis, analytics, data collection, data management and visualization that helps staff and the public make better-informed decisions. The candidate must be well-versed in the use of ESRI products and should have a strong understanding of GIS concepts. Additionally, they must provide excellence in customer service by identifying the problem, capturing business requirements, applying strong client relationship building techniques, and time management skills to provide effective GIS solutions that meet the needs of the client.

      Duties and Responsibilities

      Under the supervision of a Geospatial Solutions Supervisor, the successful candidate will:

      • Provide advanced spatial analysis and operational dashboards for the purposes of making calculations and models about space, spatial patterns and spatial relationships using the ESRI suite of products.
      • Creation of web map services and map applications using the ESRI suite of tools to visualize clients’ data and improve their understanding of the data.
      • Create 3D representations/scenes of buildings and study areas within the city using ArcGIS Pro and the City’s terrain, planimetric and aerial imagery datasets.
      • Coordinate, create and maintain all facets of applicable GIS datasets and processes, including geodatabases and associated database tables, the functional guidance of staff and the creation of applicable documentation including work flows, processes and datasets.
      • Employ quality assurance and control practices in the creation and maintenance of spatial data to comply with the City’s spatial data standards.
      • Develop relationships and understanding of internal clients’ business needs.
      • Document standards, processes, and timelines to build an internal knowledge base, creation and maintenance of metadata, and support transparency in how spatial analysis is conducted.
      • Prepare/issue status reports for clients and supervisors.
      • Maintain and build upon expertise with current releases of the ArcGIS Enterprise platform.
      • Be an ambassador for a data-driven culture and participate in team training, communications and GIS-related events.
      • Perform other related duties as required, consistent with the classification.

      Skills and Qualifications

      • Undergraduate Degree and a Certificate or Diploma in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) or related discipline.
      • Minimum of 3-5 years with ArcGIS Pro and the suite of ESRI products.
      • Experience in the development of 3D models and advanced spatial analysis is a definite asset.
      • Experience in either Planning, Public Works, Transportation, Asset Management, Emergency Management and Community Services is a definite asset
      • OLS (Ontario Land Surveyor), or GISP, or PMP accreditation is an asset.
      • Understanding and experience working with development site plans, design drawings, digital terrain models, LiDAR and aerial imagery.
      • Ability to manage time and balance multiple projects or tasks at once is required.
      • Ability to effectively troubleshoot technical and data-related issues is essential.
      • Proven ability to learn new GIS skills and continuously develop capabilities.
      • Customer Service-focused with good interpersonal, communication and organizational skills. Attention to detail and consistency in maintaining quality standards is important and must respond to deadlines effectively.
      • Ability to provide GIS consultation and advice at a professional level.
      • The successful candidate must be dynamic and flexible, and able to meet demanding client needs.

      Hourly Rate/Salary: $ 67,068.00 - $ 89,424.00 / hourly $ 36.85 - $ 49.13
      Hours of Work: 35
      Work Location: Civic Centre Hybrid
      Organization Unit: CPS/Geospatial Analysis & Visualization
      Department/Division/Section: CPS/Corporate Services Dept , CPS/IT Division , Digital Services
      Non-Union/Union: Non Union

      We thank all who apply, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. You can also check your application status in your candidate profile online.

      All personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act.

      Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
      The City of Mississauga is committed to creating a respectful and supportive workplace that fosters a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion which broadly reflects the communities and residents we serve. Throughout the employee life cycle, the City is working to include an EDI lens to attract, retain and support the growth of diverse talent.

      Learn more about the City’s commitment to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion.

      Accommodations
      The City of Mississauga is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to removing barriers in our selection process for people with visible and invisible disabilities. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, the City of Mississauga will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities.

      If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please inform Human Resources of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation.

  • About the company

      Mississauga (/ˌmɪsɪˈsɔːɡə/ mih-sih-SAW-gə) is a city in the Canadian province of Ontario.