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Location: Amherst
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Department: Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations
Please Quote Competition #J45200-CB
Please merge your cover letter and resume into one document when applying. In the cover letter, please quote competition number, department and competition name.
This is a bargaining unit position restricted to current civil service employees represented by Nova Scotia Government Employees Union. All current employees applying for job competitions are required to include their employee ID number in order to be considered as a bargaining unit applicant. External applicants will be considered if there are no qualified bargaining unit applicants.
Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the citizens we serve. The government of Nova Scotia has an Affirmative Action Policy and we welcome applications from Aboriginal People, African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons, Persons with Disabilities and Women in occupations or positions where they are under-represented. If you are a member of one of the equity groups you are encouraged to self-identify, on either your application form, your covering letter or your resume.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Duties:
The duties of the Senior GIS Mapping Technician while under the general direction of the Coordinator, of the Topographic Mapping Section are to technically lead and direct internal and contract staff involved in the maintenance of the Nova Scotia Topographic Database (NSTDB) in support of the Geomatics Centre’s mandate and workplan. From the Nova Scotia Geomatics Centre in Amherst, the successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out flight planning and photo control activities, performing complex manipulation of digital files using a variety of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and other software applications. The incumbent will also be responsible for developing and maintaining technical specifications, manages NSTDB related research and development projects, consulting and liaising with contractors to ensure correct interpretation and adherence to specifications and guidelines, technical report writing and evaluations.
Qualifications:
Grade XII plus graduation from a recognized technical college with a diploma in one of the Geomatics Sciences plus 6 years related experience in a Geomatics work environment, or an equivalent combination of training & experience..
Knowledge and experience in the topographic mapping and orthophotomapping process are essential. The candidate requires familiarity with programming concepts and an extensive knowledge of GIS and related database applications. A sound knowledge of Windows XP/Professional operating systems and software including:
GIS – ArcGis/ArcInfo/ArcView, other GIS applications
Word Processing – WordPerfect, MS Word
Database Software – MS Access, Excel
The incumbent must possess; the ability to adapt to changing technologies, methodologies and software applications, good interpersonal skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with a broad range of individuals and groups. The successful candidate must be self-motivated, exercise sound judgment, possess good planning, organization and analytical skills with the ability to set priorities and meet stringent deadlines while managing multiple ongoing tasks. The ability to work independently in a multifaceted environment with minimal supervision, to work in a team environment, to interact with outside organizations and the general public in a professional manner are necessary. Attention to detail and good time management skills are essential. Experience in Visual Basic, Python or SQL would be considered an asset. Occasional travel throughout the Province is required within this work environment, along with a valid driver’s license.
Note: Offer of employment is contingent on the successful candidate passing appropriate background checks.
Classification Range: TE 22
Salary Range: $44,201 – $51,981
Closing Date: May 15, 2008
Notes:Applicants must include the competition number on their covering letter, resume and/or application. All applications/resumes should be sent directly to: Human Resources Division, Department of Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations, P.O. Box 2513, Halifax, NS B3J 3N5, Fax (902) 424-4969, Email: SNSMR_JobApps@gov.ns.ca. Submissions must be received by mail or delivery by 4:30 p.m. or fax by midnight on the closing date.