Geographic Information Systems Technician

**Job Title: GIS Technician**:
**Summary**:
The Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Technician is a seasonal contract position with the potential for extension based on available funding. A key role will be to assist with the development and maintenance of a geospatial database, associated non-spatial databases, and metadata that will be used to inform Keewaytinook Okimakanak’s community priorities and biodiversity research projects. This position reports to the Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Services Manager and will focus on database management, conducting spatial analyses, and producing mapping deliverables to help guide land use planning, mineral exploration, and emergency management for KO’s strategic vision. The position will be based out of Thunder Bay. Responsibilities would include:

- Compiling geographic information in the form of satellite images, geographical surveys, and aerial photographs
- Entering new data into the GIS database
- Drawing maps using advanced computer software
- Ensuring maps are annotated and compiled with the correct information
- Compiling reports using all available GIS and GPS data sources
- Maintaining the GIS database and troubleshooting data issues
- Assessing current geospatial database to identify gaps or improvements
- Mapping data collected during field work
- Creating dashboards and infographics to deliver complex data in a user-friendly format
- Occasional field work may be required depending on project needs

**Core Competencies**:

- Cartography
- Proficiency with GIS software
- Web mapping skills
- Understanding spatial analysis techniques
- Understanding data visualization
- Understanding data formats and standards
- Familiarity with programming languages
- Problem solving skills
- Strategic thinking
- Communication
- Accountability
- Teamwork

**Job Duties**:

- Use geospatial tools to address specific issues in areas like land use planning, environmental monitoring, or emergency management
- Identify opportunities to improve workflows, automate processes, and introduce new technologies
- Creating and managing interactive web maps, including features like story maps, dashboards, and dashboards
- Produce high-quality spatial deliverables via analysis and modeling of large datasets in a GIS environment
- Support multiple concurrent projects, including all project stages from planning and design to delivery, training, and documentation
- Be familiar with resource development project plans in the First Nations’ homelands
- Work with project managers to create, proof, maintain, and document complex databases to support analytical operations
- Assist with proposals, budgets, and project plans

**Requirements**:

- Familiarity and experience with GIS (preferably QGIS and open-source software)
- Knowledge and experience working with remote First Nations
- Understanding of Integrated GPS and GIS principles
- Effective written and verbal communication skills as well as presentation skills
- Effective communication skills with individuals at all levels of the organization
- Familiar with environmental science and natural heritage
- Superior time management skills, multitasking skills, and the ability to prioritize tasks with mínimal supervision
- Cultural sensitivity
- Strategic thinking skills
- Maintain a high level of confidentiality in all interactions
- High level of sound and independent judgment, reasoning, and discretion
- Pro-active, ability to work under own initiative without direction
- Motivated individual with proven initiative

**Working Conditions**:

- Travel may be required.
- Ability to attend and conduct presentations.
- Manual dexterity required to use desktop computer and peripherals.
- Overtime as required.
- Lifting or moving up to 30lbs may be required.
- Working with community leadership, members, and KO partners.

Employment Type: Seasonal Contract position/Temporary full-time

Only selected applicants will be contacted for interview.

Application deadline: June 30, 2025