GIS/Mapping Technologist

Role Responsibilities

Are you a tech-savvy problem solver with a passion for the environment? We’re on the lookout for a dynamic geospatial professional to take on a one-of-a-kind role that directly contributes to the sustainable management of Alberta’s natural resources.

As a key member of the Provincial Geospatial Centre (PGC), reporting to the Geospatial Unit Lead, South, you’ll be at the forefront of creating and managing spatial data, crafting custom cartographic products, and responding to geospatial requests that support both regional and provincial priorities. Your work will help drive informed decision-making across departments and high-impact government programs, making a real difference in how Alberta’s public lands and resources are managed for generations to come.

This role blends technical expertise with creativity and collaboration. You’ll apply your skills in GIS, cartography, geoprocessing, and data management to deliver timely, accurate, and meaningful insights. Whether working independently or as part of a team, you’ll thrive in a fast-paced environment where your voice matters and your ideas can spark innovation.

Your responsibilities would include:

• Providing data management for internal government clients, ensuring all parties have current/common information to assist with sound resource management decision making.
• Constructing digital/hardcopy products for analysis, planning, presentation, or litigation all in support of departmental priorities.
• Maintaining and upholding the understanding of GIS technology within the client/user community to ensure the up-to-date and efficient application of GIS resources.
• Providing insight/guidance into project flow and possible avenues for completion to assist clients with decision making.

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.

Position Specific Competencies:

• Agility: Ability to anticipate, assess, and readily adapt to changing priorities, maintain resilience in times of uncertainty and effectively work in a changing environment.                           
• Drive for Results: Knowing what outcomes are important and maximizing resources to achieve results that are aligned with the goals of the organization, while maintaining accountability to each other and external stakeholders.
• Creative Problem Solving: Ability to assess options and implications in new ways to achieve outcomes and solutions.
• Develop Networks: Proactively building networks, connecting, and building trust in relationships with different stakeholders.

Qualifications

Requirements:

• A two-year technical diploma in Geomatics, GIS, or a related field focused on natural resources or environmental science.
• Minimum Two (2) years of related experience in geospatial technologies or natural resource management.

Equivalency: Directly related education or experience considered on the basis of:

• 1 year of education for 1 year of experience; or
• 1 year of experience for 1 year of education.

Assets: 

•  Demonstrated technical expertise in geomatics, Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and tools like ArcGIS Desktop, ArcGIS Pro, and Portal environments.
•  Ability to streamline GIS processes through automation.
•  Experience working with aerial or satellite imagery for analysis or mapping.
•  Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, GPS/GNSS software, and web-based GIS platforms.

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

This is a full-time, temporary position based in Calgary. The standard work schedule is Monday to Friday, from 8:15 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., totaling 36.25 hours per week.

Please include a resume that outlines your relevant experience and interest in the role. Be sure to include the start and end dates (month and year) for all education and work experience. Also indicate the nature of each role—whether it was casual, part time or full time.
For example:
January 15, 2006, to June 25, 2009: Assistant (part time, three 8-hour shifts per week).

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.

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.