Job Title: GIS (Geographic Information System) Analyst
Service Area: GIS, Mapping & Information Management
Status: Permanent Full-time
Start Date: As soon as possible
Location: North Vancouver (Remote during Covid-19 outbreak, all hardware/software will be provided)
Closing Date: Open until filled
This position may be partially funded by EcoCanada which requires the following, please specify if you qualify:
Candidate is under 30 years old; unemployed, under employed, or a student/recent graduate; and you are already a Canadian citizen, permanent resident or have refugee status
COMPANY BACKGROUND:
Established by the Tsleil-Waututh Nation, Inlailawatash is an innovative and growing company that provides a range of natural and cultural resource services to diverse clients. The company has five service areas: Tree & Vegetation Management; Ecosystem Restoration; Archaeology; GIS, Mapping & Information Management; and Renewable Resources. By placing the respect of Aboriginal and environmental values as overarching priorities for our business, Inlailawatash is truly unique. Visit inlailawatash.ca for more details.
JOB SUMMARY:
The service area requires the addition of a passionate and committed individual who is able to assist us with providing mapping and analysis services. The GIS Analyst will join a dynamic team of professionals and primarily support the production of geospatial deliverables associated with archaeological projects, anthropological, and use and occupancy studies.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Create high-quality cartographic maps and templates.
• Research, assemble and summarize data including scanning, georeferencing and digitizing features from paper and mylar maps.
• Verify and check data to ensure continuity, integrity and compliance with standards.
• Create, maintain and analyze spatial and attribute databases.
• Construct visual material for meetings, proposals, reports, conferences and presentations.
• Design, develop, document and implement GIS projects.
• Manage projects as directed.
• Assist with other projects and duties as required.
QUALIFICATIONS AND ATTRIBUTES:
Education/Experience:
• One or more years of related work experience.
• Completion of a post-secondary program in Geography, Natural Resource Management, Information Management Systems or a related field or concentration.
• Technical certificate in Geographic Information Systems is an asset.
• Previous experience working for or with an Aboriginal community or organization is an asset.
Technical Skills:
• Knowledge and understanding of GIS principles and mapping systems.
• Familiarity with and commitment to practice effective data management procedures and standards.
• Current knowledge and understanding of latest GIS trends, applications and data technology.
• Knowledge and experience with provincial and federal administrative, natural resource and infrastructure spatial datasets.
• Understanding of GIS applications in archaeology and natural resources is an asset.
Cartographic and Presentation Skills:
• Demonstrated knowledge of map design principles.
• Experience with the presentation of map products (reports, atlases, public outreach).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Personal Skills:
• Ability to interact and work with others and communicate effectively.
• Good organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and adapt to changing priorities on tight timelines.
• Understanding and respect of First Nations history and perspectives.
Apply by emailing your cover letter and resume to GIS@inlailawatash.ca. Please use subject line: GIS Analyst: Last Name, First Name (e.g. GIS Analyst: Doe, John).
Applicants of Aboriginal ancestry are strongly encouraged to apply.
We thank you for your interest in advance. Short-listed candidates will be contacted; others will be kept in our database for future consideration.