Gis Analyst

GIS Analyst - Planning Department
Education Centre
Company Overview
As a rapidly growing school division in Alberta, Rocky View Schools (RVS) supports the educational needs of more than 28,600 students from Kindergarten to Grade 12 in 53 schools to ensure they learn, belong and succeed.
RVS is situated on the traditional territories of the Treaty 7 region of Southern Alberta including the Siksikaitsitapi (Siksika, Kainai, Piikani, Amskapi Pikuni), the Tsuut’ina, the Îyâxe Nakoda Nations (Bearspaw, Chiniki, Goodstoney), and the Rocky View Métis District.
The Opportunity
responsible for the creation, acquisition, and
maintenance of all relevant data necessary for the support of data driven
decision making for Rocky View Schools (RVS). This includes but not limited to
Planning, Transportation, Maintenance, Information Technology Services,
Communications and Engagement, and Schools.The location of this position will be at the Education Centre in Airdrie, Alberta.
Responsibilities Include
Lead process development and procedures for the management of geographic data and reporting products
Create maps, tables, charts, and
other media to communicate results, support public engagement and student
accommodation sessions as required
Produce Division wide large-format, Division Centre, and Transportation maps as required
Geo-code students for Student Transportation and Planning purposes
Maintain and update school designated area boundaries for the division
Update maps to match with the municipal development
Develop and maintain time-series data for students' residence and enrolment as well as school's status, programming, capacity and utilization, including area-based summaries of time-series data
Obtain necessary data and provide maps and data analysis to address project requirements
Support preparation of short and long-term division plans
Develop and maintain tools to streamline data management, manipulation, and analysis
Education/Experience
Bachelor’s degree in GIS or related field
5 or more years’ experience in a GIS Analyst position or a similar role
Previous experience analyzing statistical information
and public engagement techniques
Previous experience within a school division or a municipality is considered an asset
Rocky View Schools Benefits
3 weeks Vacation pro-rated based on start date
11 Earned Days pro-rated based on start date
Hybrid (one day a week, working remotely) with Supervisor approval
Benefits Plan (Extended health, Dental, Wellness& Health Spending Account, Tax Free Savings Account and Registered Retirement Savings Plan)
Defined Pension Plan
Professional development and training opportunities
Free parking
Pre-Employment Requirements
Proof of qualifications/education as required by the position
**Open to**: Internal and External applicants
**Salary**: $$28.78 - $34.97 per hour
How to Apply
Quote Job Code #3830049
**Closing Date**: On or before October 4, 2024, 2024 by 4:30 PM MST
Rocky View Schools
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