GIS & Data Analytics Lead

Communications & Information Technology Services Come grow with us The City of Beaumont is looking for an experienced and forward-thinking GIS & Data Analytics Lead to join our Communications & Information Technology Services (CITs) department. Do you have skills for taking numbers/data and turning them into strategic big pictures? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where your advice is trusted, and your work makes an impact? Do you enjoy establishing policies and procedures for various service areas, while training and developing GIS professionals? If so, this could be your next step. Our team is highly collaborative, professional, and passionate about supporting the vision of a growing, vibrant, and spirited community. We are seeking a highly skilled GIS & Data Analytics Lead to drive geospatial and data analytics initiatives across our organization. This role combines technical expertise in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) with strong analytical and leadership capabilities to deliver actionable insights that support strategic decision-making. As a GIS & Data Analytics Lead, reporting to the Director of Communications & Information Technology Services (CITs), you will play a key role in shaping components of specific system development, working in forming structured system analysis and design, as well as technology assessment, policy enhancement and implementation and testing. You will be trusted to take the lead, bring your ideas to the table, and help shape the work in a place that values strategy, heart, and compliance for the city of Beaumont. What YOU’RE Responsible for: Design, implement, and maintain GIS applications, spatial databases, and analytical models, to align with organizational objective and business strategy. Oversee acquisition, integration, and governance of spatial and non-spatial datasets, ensuring accuracy and compliance, and establishing organizational standards for spatial data. Develop dashboards, reports, and interactive maps using tools like ArcGIS, and Power BI to present actionable insights. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify business challenges and deliver data-driven solutions. Research emerging GIS technologies and analytics methodologies to drive innovation and continuous improvement. Lead and mentor a team of GIS analysts and data specialists, fostering technical growth and a data-driven culture. Manage GIS and analytics projects from inception to delivery, ensuring timelines, budgets, and quality standards are met. Communicate insights and recommendations to senior leadership and stakeholders through clear presentations and reports. Other duties as assigned. What YOU Bring: Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, GIS, or related field. 5+ years of experience in GIS and analytics roles, with at least 2 years in a leadership capacity. Proficient with ESRI software such as ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Experience Builder to develop web-based mapping applications and dashboards. Proficient with data visualization tools such as Power BI. Strong knowledge of spatial analysis, geodatabases, and data modeling. Experience with programming languages such as Python for data processing and automation. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Experience integrating enterprise systems (e.g., asset management, permitting, ERPs) with GIS application such as FME, ArcGIS Online/ArcGIS Enterprise, and all its components (e.g., ArcGIS Server, Portal for ArcGIS, and ArcGIS Data Store). Strategic and Analytical Skills: Familiarity with cloud-based GIS platforms and big data technologies. Understanding of machine learning applications in geospatial analytics. Project management experience with Agile or similar methodologies. Ability to research and stay current with industry best practices and innovations. What WE Offer: A salary range of $93,857.40 - $122,467.80 per annum (based on experience and qualifications). Employer paid Health and Dental benefits package. Eligibility to participate in our Earned Day off and Hybrid Work Program. Health Wellness and Learning Spending Account. Membership to the Beaumont Sport and Recreation Centre. Enrolment in Local Authorities Pension Plan (LAPP). 35-hour work week (some evening and weekend work may be required). … and an amazing team to work with If you meet these qualifications, please submit your cover letter and resume as one document by November 24, 2025 by 9:00 AM MST. The City of Beaumont is an inclusive and equal opportunity employer. We value the diversity of the people we hire and serve. This means fostering a workplace in which individual differences are recognized, appreciated, and respected. Any persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, careers@beaumont.ab.ca. Information For Applicants: Applications can be submitted via our online recruiting system only. We appreciate your interest in working with us; however, only those applicants selected for interviews will be contacted. Final candidates for this position will be required to undergo pre-employment screening, including reference checks, education verification, and a clear criminal record check. 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