GIS Specialist

This is a remote position.

One of our large clients is looking for GIS Specialist, details are as below:

Role: Contract

The duration of the engagement may be for up to a 24-month term. Due to the nature of projects , there may be exceptional circumstances where the total term may be  extended beyond 24 months. The 24-month term is anticipated to start with a 6-month initial term followed by up to 18-month renewal(s). Note that the final term structure will be concluded as part of contract/SOW negotiations.

Role Description
The position provides technical expertise, support and advice to provincial clients in the implementation of Geographic Information System (GIS) solutions. Services include the creation, conversion, and compilation of datasets, raster, maps, databases, datasets, programming and configuration of interactive online maps and apps. The incumbent will also provide spatial analysis, develop and automate custom-built geo-processing tools and specialized mapping products to support business operations throughout the organization. The incumbent will also contribute knowledge to a variety of business area projects and developments such as ArcGIS Enterprise, Spatial Data infrastructure, metadata and GIS standards retooling.

The Resource must have the following minimum qualifications or experience:
• Degree/Diploma from a University or College in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) or equivalent combination of education, experience, and training.
• Experience as business analyst and can define requirements, build strategic cases and identify technology-driven solutions.
• Extensive hands-on knowledge of Esri ArcGIS Pro
• Extensive knowledge of Esri ArcGIS Online (e.g., Experience Builder, Dashboard)
• Experience with ArcGIS Enterprise and other Esri extensions
• Experience with Esri mobile suite of tools (Field Maps, Survey123)

• Experience with Python scripting for ArcGIS
• Knowledge of metadata elements formatted in ISO19115-1:2014 and 19139-1:2019
• Ability to use Microsoft 365 on its own and with Esri products
• Basic internet skills
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Strong written communication skills, and interpersonal skills and ability to maintain positive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders such as vendors or consultants.
• Strong project management skills including risk management, resource allocation creating and managing project reports, shifting priorities and tight timelines to meet project deadlines

It is preferred that the Resource has the following qualifications or experience:
• Experience with aerial imagery, LiDAR, and cartographic principles
• Working knowledge with Arcade for ArcGIS
• Working knowledge of ArcGIS Notebooks
• Working knowledge of GeoCortex/VertiGIS