Geographic Information System

2 weeks ago

Agassiz, Canada Seabird Island Band Full time

**POSITIION SUMMARY**

Seabird Island is committed to using mapping technologies to enhance community planning, infrastructure development, and environmental stewardship. We are dedicated to creating a culturally safe and inclusive environment that respects and values First Nations knowledge, traditions, and ways of being. We are seeking a GIS Analyst to join our team, working collaboratively to enhance data-driven decision-making, geographic data management, and infrastructure planning for the community.

**Work that matters**

Sq'éwqel (Seabird Island Band) is located 1 kilometer from Agassiz, BC on the beautiful Fraser River, 120 km east of Vancouver. We are dedicated to fostering a vibrant and resilient community. Our work spans a diverse range of services including housing, education, health, wellness, early childhood development, community infrastructure, and cultural vitalization. By joining our team, you will be part of an organization that values First Nations knowledge, promotes self-advocacy, and strives to create a holistic and culturally safe environment for all community members.

Seabird Island located 1 kilometer from Agassiz, BC on the beautiful Fraser River, 120 km east of Vancouver.

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**Benefits and perks**
- Extended health and dental benefits,
- Accrued vacation and sick time,
- Access to internal training programs, professional development, and skill enhancement
- Collaboration with an interdisciplinary team
- Equitable hourly rates
- Casual dress code

**WHAT YOU'LL DO**
- Analyze spatial data using ArcGIS and other GIS software to identify patterns, trends, and correlations.
- Integrate external data sets (e.g., demographic, environmental) with spatial data to enhance analysis and decision-making.
- Design and create detailed digital maps using geographic and external data, presenting information in clear and visually engaging formats.
- Develop shapefiles to overlay and integrate external data with topographical and geographic maps for more comprehensive analysis.
- Create maps that show spatial distributions of key features such as fire hydrants, lease land, permitting locations, and culturally significant sites.
- Develop custom map visualizations for stakeholders, incorporating both static and interactive mapping solutions.
- Convert and digitize physical maps into digital formats, ensuring accurate data representation for use in GIS systems.
- Clean and process spatial data for improved accuracy and usability, performing data munging and transformation tasks.
- Ensure data integrity by performing regular audits and updates to the spatial database.
- Build and automate custom mapping tools for specific projects, enabling more efficient workflows
- Produce detailed quarterly reports on geographic data analysis, incorporating visualizations, insights and trends for use by management and other stakeholders.
- Provide on-demand reports as required for special projects or specific data requests.
- Manage and maintain a digital library of geographic maps in various file formats, ensuring easy access and proper documentation for team use.
- Organize and archive all spatial data and map layers, ensuring up-to-date records and backups are available for future use.
- Ensure all mapping and data projects comply with local, regional, and national data privacy regulations and GIS standards.
- Stay updated with emerging GIS technologies and industry best practices to continuously improve data accuracy, analysis capabilities, and system performance.

**Other Duties**
- Other duties or responsibilities as assigned by your Director, Chief Administrative Officer, or Chief & Council.
- Additional responsibilities as needed to support the community and uphold our shared values.

**WHAT YOU BRING**

**Qualifications**
- A Bachelor’s degree in either software engineering, geography, anthropology, Indigenous Peoples knowledge or related field or a related field. We also recognize and value cultural knowledge and experience gained through other forms of education and training, including teachings from Elders and Knowledge Keepers.
- At least 2 years of relevant experience working within First Nations communities, focusing on datasets or data entry experience.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
- Ability to take datasets and process them into meaningful, useful, and relevant information.
- Experience with mapping tools such as ArcGIS, QGIS and or Carto.
- Experience with GPS measuring tools.

**Preferred**:

- Lived experience as a member of a First Nations community.
- Knowledge and understanding of Seabird Island’s culture, traditions, teachings, community dynamics.
- Ability to respond quickly and professionally to community or colleague needs and inquiries.
- Excellent writing, editing, and verbal communication skills.

**Cultural Competency**:

- Understanding of First Nations cultures, tradi

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