Description

GIS Technician (Public Works)

Opening Statement
Kingston’s vision of being a smart, livable 21st century city is fast becoming reality. History and innovation thrive in our dynamic city located along the beautiful shores of Lake Ontario, an easy drive from Toronto, Ottawa and Montreal, in the heart of eastern Ontario. With a stable and diversified economy that includes global corporations, innovative startups and all levels of government, Kingston’s high quality of life offers access to world-class education and research institutions, advanced healthcare facilities, affordable living and vibrant entertainment and tourism activities.

Position Summary
Reporting to the Operations Manager and as a member of the Public Works team, the GIS Technician (Public Works) is responsible for the creation and maintenance of geographic information system (GIS) data. Major duties include the management and maintenance of spatial datasets, data and spatial analysis, information transformation and consolidation, map development and reporting. The Technician will collect and maintain municipal asset and infrastructure inventories through the use of an asset management database, GIS software and other automated systems. The GIS Technician will also collaborate with others to implement new GIS projects, tools and software. This position will also support Public Works management and staff with the preparation forms and data monitoring of activity as required.

Maintain accurate, geographically-referenced infrastructure data records and apply expertise in the management of spatial and non-spatial information in accordance with corporate standards.

Be knowledgeable in civil and municipal design processes for road, boulevard, stormwater management and sewer design as well as related construction processes and documents such as Ontario Provincial Standard Specification (OPSS) and Ontario Provincial Standard Drawings (OPSD), tender bid forms, etc.

Produce tender and supporting documentation that adheres to departmental, federal and provincial standards

Maintain the Public Works database for municipal assets and infrastructure inventory

Identify opportunities to further capture assets for tracking program planning and inefficiencies

Coordinate and capture elements of design information for parks, trees and other municipal assets into asset database

Utilize mapping software products to reference and update Enterprise GIS database information

Work with stakeholders and third party contractors to assist with maintenance of software/hardware systems

Establish, coordinate and maintain data integrity procedures, processes and policies that efficiently enhance data integrity. Stay abreast of corporate data integrity processes and methods; and technology tools

Assist in the compilation and preparation of audit reports that ensure the success of data integrity procedures

Oversee online web mapping systems for the department. Create and maintain mapping for Public Works by updating route maps for maintenance tasks (snow plowing, grass cutting, etc.), active transportation and work plans

Perform field surveys, field inspections and site inspections to collect date proficient with GPS concepts, tools, and data

Responsible for asset data collection and analysis; collect, organize and maintain geographically referenced infrastructure data sets, as-built information and work with other City of Kingston departments to integrate data sets

Develop and perform inspection forms and tasks (signs, sidewalks and other legislated inspection requirements)

Responsible for the technical review of material specifications, tender forms, bids, etc.

Support Public Works supervisors with winter maintenance processes; research and implement technology advancements

Other duties as assigned

Requirements

Qualifications, Competencies
A Geographic Information Systems College Graduate Certificate or a 3 year degree in Geographic Information Systems, Geography, Computer Science or related program

2 years experience in GIS

Municipal experience is preferred

Experience in geodatabase management; CityEngine

Experience with the ArcGIS Field Apps Suite (Collector, Workforce, QuickCapture, Survey123, Navigator, Tracker, etc.) is an asset, including preparation, maintenance and publishing web services

Experience with Cartegraph OMS is an asset

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

Skills, Abilities, Work Demands
Demonstrated proficiency with modern programming and scripting languages; Python, PL/SQL (Oracle), XML

Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks with changing priorities and present information in a clear and concise manner

Familiarity with asset management concepts and procedures such as asset retirement, condition inspection, risk management, performance analysis and life cycle costing

Knowledge of digitization and metadata standards specific to GIS data

Familiar with development of data models

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Effective interpersonal skills

Strong cartographic skills

Ability to work outside and possibly in inclement weather conditions as required

Must possess and maintain a valid class “G” licence with a satisfactory driver’s abstract

Must be able to obtain and maintain a satisfactory criminal record check at own expense

Closing Statement
Please apply to Career Opportunities at: www.cityofkingston.ca/Careers Your resumé must clearly demonstrate how you meet the requirements of the position. Please upload to your profile, any educational Degrees, Diplomas and/or Certificates that are relevant and required for the position you are applying to. We thank all of those who apply, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. The City of Kingston is committed to fostering a positive and progressive workforce reflecting the citizens we serve. We provide equitable treatment and accommodation to ensure barrier-free employment in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. You can request for accommodation related to the protected grounds at any stage of the City's hiring process, i.e., application, assessment and placement. If you are an individual with a disability and you need accommodation in applying for this position, please email us at HRCity@cityofkingston.ca, quoting the Job Number and the Job Title. If you are invited to participate in the assessment process, we ask that you provide your accommodation needs in advance at that time. Please be advised that you may be requested to provide medical/other documentation to Human Resources to ensure that appropriate accommodation is provided to you. Information collected will be handled in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.