http://www.woodbuffalo.ab.ca/employment/positions/GIS_Technologist_09-0009.asp?subnav=20
(2 positions)
Information & Communications Technology Department
This is a permanent, full-time position working thirty-five (35) hours per week.
Duties:
Under general supervision, serve as a GIS resource for spatial data processing, thematic mapping, database management, data collection and output, and systems research and development.
Qualifications:
- Two (2) year Diploma in Geographic Information Systems technology from a recognized, post-secondary institution, or equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
- Two (2) years related experience in the use of GIS, including spatial data processing, thematic mapping, database management and knowledge of relevant software tools.
- Experience in an urban or municipal government with GeoMedia Professional GIS and AutoCAD is an asset.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills with the ability to work independently and as part of a team in a changing environment.
- Knowledge of GIS-based Internet applications.
- Proficiency in use of the Internet and Internet search tools.
| Salary | $34.68 (Probationary rate) $38.00 – $40.71 (Permanent rates) |
In addition to the rate of pay, we offer other attractive incentives:
- excellent training and development opportunities
- an extensive employer paid benefits plan
- home equity protection program
- an additional annual payment of $12,480 which represents a cost of
living allowance and wellness payment.
| Competition # | 09-0009 |
| Closing Date | January 16, 2009 |
Mail or courier resume to: The Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo, Human Resources Department, 9909 Franklin Avenue, Fort McMurray, AB T9H 2K4
Drop off resume to: The Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo, Human Resources Department, Suite 103, 9816 Hardin Street, Fort McMurray, AB
Fax: 780-743-5401
E-mail: humanresources@woodbuffalo.ab.ca
We appreciate the interest of all applicants; however, only those individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.