The Town of Cochrane’s Information Systems Department is seeking a qualified, enthusiastic student currently enrolled in a GIS Certificate Program to fill a temporary part-time position in our GIS Division.
This individual will assist the GIS Coordinator and GIS Technician in the organization, conversion and updating of data to the Town’s geographical information database for an Asset Management project currently being undertaken by the Town. This Asset Management project includes the conversion of data for water service, sanitary sewer, storm sewer and roads infrastructure.
Position Responsibilities Include:
- Perform data conversion and integration procedures to ensure data in GIS is current and accurate for all Town infrastructures.
- Assist with GIS related projects and requests as they arise.
- In conjunction with the Information Systems technical team, ensure that the Town’s GIS remains in excellent operation to maintain a high level of customer service for reliability and confidence for users of the system.
- Consistently model the organization’s corporate values of customer service, continuous improvement and learning, healthy and safe work environment, participation, accountability, open communication and fun.
- The duties and responsibilities outlined above are representative, but not all-inclusive.
Position Qualifications Include:
- Currently enrolled in an accredited college or technical school to obtain a diploma/degree in GIS applications.
- Must have knowledge of GIS principles and practices.
- Proficiency in ArcGIS, other GIS and database applications and Microsoft Office products.
- AutoCAD background a definite asset.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team yet is able to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Well-developed written and oral communication skills.
- Concern for detail and accuracy and effective organizational skills.
Salary for this position is $17.00/Hr. Inquiries may be directed to Stefan Price, GIS Coordinator, by phone at 403-851-2515 or by email at
stefan.price@cochrane.ca.
Candidates are invited to forward their resume and covering letter. The deadline for submissions is 4:00 p.m. February 28, 2007. Submissions should be forwarded, in confidence, to:
Human Resources Department
Town of Cochrane, 101 RancheHouse Road, Cochrane, AB, T4C 2K8
Fax: 403-851-2591 or Email: humanresources@cochrane.ca
The Town of Cochrane thanks all applicants for their interest, but advises that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
LINKS: http://www.cochrane.ca/