The Haida Mapping Program of the Haida Tribal Society is seeking a GIS/Remote Sensing Analyst to fill a one- to two-year contract position in their office in Masset on Haida Gwaii (
Key Responsibilities:
- Work with Haida Mapping staff to develop and generate spatial information and analysis products at various spatial scales;
- Interpret and analyze historical and contemporary air photos, with an emphasis on forest cover data extraction using 3D digital stereo equipment and software;
- Conduct spatial assessments for forestry and land use planning, including conservation planning and stewardship;
- Coordinate development and maintenance of spatial information products, including quality assurance and security of GIS and related database and spreadsheet files; and
- Work with other GIS Technicians and Analysts on collaborative initiatives.
Skills and Knowledge:
- Post-secondary degree or diploma in GIS/RS applications for resource management;
- Demonstrated working knowledge of GIS/RS systems and related hardware and software, including experience with ESRI ArcGIS software and remote sensing software;
- Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team environment and deliver projects under tight time constraints;
- Ability to produce and interpret complex spatial data using creative cartography;
- Understanding of First Nations issues and traditional knowledge, and the importance of these to resource planning and management;
- Understanding of the application of spatial information in forestry, ecosystem-based management, and land use planning; and
- Experience with data acquisition and processing from GPS equipment will be an asset.
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and résumé with contact information for three references to