GIS Applications Specialist

Role Responsibilities

Are you ready to apply your GIS expertise to real-world transportation challenges that impact millions of Albertans? At TEC, we’re looking for a GIS Applications Specialist to develop cutting-edge GIS solutions that improve safety, efficiency, and decision-making in our transportation networks. If you’re passionate about geospatial technology and want to contribute to meaningful projects, this is your opportunity to make a difference!
 

As a GIS Applications Specialist, you will develop, maintain, and enhance GIS applications and databases to support TEC’s operations. You’ll work closely with internal teams, external partners, and industry experts to ensure our GIS solutions align with evolving business needs. This role combines technical expertise with strategic problem-solving, allowing you to modernize legacy systems, support data-driven decision-making, and contribute to Alberta’s transportation future.
 

Your key responsibilities include:

• Developing and maintaining GIS applications that support TEC’s policy, planning, engineering, maintenance, and programming efforts.
• Collaborating with subject matter experts to determine GIS application requirements and provide user-focused solutions.
• Modernizing legacy GIS systems using advanced tools and technologies.
• Managing GIS databases, ensuring data accuracy, and integrating relevant datasets.
• Providing GIS training and technical support to internal stakeholders.
• Publishing GIS datasets and ensuring accessibility through platforms such as ArcGIS Portal and ArcGIS Online.
• Implementing innovative GIS solutions and staying up to date on emerging technologies.
• Creating maps, dashboards, and other geospatial products to support decision-making.
• Supporting consultants and external partners by defining data requirements and facilitating data sharing.

What you’ll bring to the role:

• Strong problem-solving skills, particularly in information and data management.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, effectively communicating technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Adaptability to evolving GIS technologies, tools, and industry best practices.
• A commitment to continuous learning and staying updated on GIS innovations.

Please click on this link to view the job description for this position.
 

APS Competencies

Competencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.

This link will assist you with understanding competencies: https://www.alberta.ca/system/files/custom_downloaded_images/psc-alberta-public-service-competency-model.pdf.    
 

Qualifications

Required:

• A related university degree (e.g., GIS), supplemented by at least four (4) years of related experience. Equivalencies may be considered. 
• Experience in GIS database management and ESRI application development.

Assets:

• Knowledge of linear referencing systems (LRS).
• Practical experience with ESRI applications such as Fieldmaps and Survey 123.
• Practical experience with Spatial Database Engine (SDE) and Structured Query Language (SQL).
• Project management experience with application development projects.

Equivalencies are:

• A related two-year diploma and a minimum of six (6) years of related experience; a related one-year certificate and a minimum of seven (7) years of related experience; or a minimum of eight (8) years of related experience in lieu of formal education.

Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification. Refer to https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-minimum-recruitment-standards.
 

Notes

Additional Position Details:

• This position is a permanent, full-time role with the standard weekly work hours of 36.25, Monday to Friday (8:15 am – 4:30 pm). 
• Location: Twin Atria Building, 4999 98 Ave, Edmonton, AB T6B 2X3

Recruitment Process:

• Pre-Employment checks will be conducted to assess candidates’ suitability. These checks may include (but are not limited to): references, academic verification, etc.
• Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses, will be the responsibility of the candidate. Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in. 
• Candidates with lesser qualifications may be considered at a lower classification and salary.
   

Links and information on what the GoA have to offer to prospective employees.
 

• Working for the Alberta Public Service - https://www.alberta.ca/advantages-working-for-alberta-public-service.aspx.
• Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP) - https://www.pspp.ca.
• Alberta Public Service Benefit Information - https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-benefits.
• Professional learning and development - https://www.alberta.ca/professional-development-support-directive.
• Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool – https://researchapscareers.alberta.ca.
• Positive workplace culture and work-life balance.
• Opportunity to participate in flexible work arrangements such as working from home up to two days per week and modified work schedule agreement.
• Leadership and mentorship programs.