Gis Student

**Opening Statement**

We acknowledge that the City of Kingston is situated on traditional Anishinabek (Ah
- nish-in-ah-bay), Haudenosaunee (Ho-den-o-show-nee) and Huron-Wendat (huron-wen-dat) territory and is the home of many Indigenous peoples. We are grateful to reside and work on this land.

Kingston is a smart, livable city in the heart of eastern Ontario. Its stable and diversified economy includes global corporations, innovative start-ups and all levels of government. Kingstonians enjoy a high quality of life with access to world-class education and research institutions, advanced healthcare facilities, affordable living and vibrant entertainment and tourism activities.

**Position Summary**

Assist the department with the development, collection, and maintenance of enterprise geospatial data.

Analyze spatial information, review databases, generate data queries, and summarize statistics to be used in formal reports.

Import and export data in a variety of formats (gdb, shp, zlas, slpk, i3s, dwg, rvz, csv, etc.).

Verification and collection of data through field visits using GPS and mobile apps.

Provide ongoing support to the Planning GIS Team and City Planners.

Responsible for the maintenance and production of maps using Esri software and ArcGIS online.

**Qualifications, Competencies**

MUST BE ENROLLED IN AND RETURNING TO FULL-TIME SECONDARY OR POST SECONDARY STUDIES IN FALL OF 2024 - Verification will be required

Experience and knowledge of geographic information systems, GIS databases and ESRI ArcGIS suite including ArcGIS Desktop, ArrGIS Pro, ArcGIS online, ArcGIS Enterprise.

Experience and knowledge of remote sensing image analysis systems

Familiarity with Planning functions and roles within a municipal environment

Knowledge of geospatial web services and utilization of 3D GIS

Experience with FME, Python, and Arcade, an asset

Must demonstrate corporate competencies: Customer Focus, Results Orientation, Integrity and Teamwork

**Skills, Abilities, Work Demands**

Attention to detail and accuracy with good data management and organizational skills

Strong customer service skills

Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Working knowledge of MS Word, Excel

Ability to organize and prioritize tasks

Judgement and discretion when dealing with confidential information

Ability to follow instructions and perform assigned duties with limited direct supervision

Excellent interpersonal skills

**Closing Statement**

Your resumé must demonstrate how you meet position requirements. Please upload to your profile any educational Degrees, Diplomas and/or Certificates that are relevant and required for the position. We thank all who apply, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. Information collected will be handled in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.