STO 18R - Geospatial Technician

Posting Title
STO 18R - Geospatial Technician

Position Classification
Scientific/Technical Off R18

Union
GEU

Work Options
Remote

Location
100 Mile House, BC V0K 2E0 CA
Chilliwack, BC V4Z 1A7 CA
Cranbrook, BC V1C 7G5 CA
Dawson Creek, BC V1G 4X3 CA
Fort Nelson, BC V0C 1R0 CA
Fort St John, BC V1J6M7 CA
Houston, BC V0J 1Z2 CA
Kamloops, BC V2H 1B7 CA
Mackenzie, BC V0J 2C0 CA
Merritt, BC V1K 1B8 CA
Multiple Locations, BC CA (Primary)

Salary Range
$64,123.59 - $72,674.35 annually , plus $54.75 bi-weekly Isolation allowance for Fort Nelson; $41.07 bi-weekly isolation allowance for Houston; $44.49 bi-weekly isolation allowance for Mackenzie.

Close Date
5/1/2024

Job Type
Regular Full Time

Temporary End Date

Ministry/Organization
BC Public Service -> Water,Land,ResourceStewardship

Ministry Branch / Division
NRIDS/GEOBC

Job Summary

Contribute your valued expertise in strategy, design and service delivery to this fast-paced opportunity

The Ministry of Water, Land and Resource Stewardship is accountable for integrated land and natural resource management, including objective setting for land and marine environments, effectively managing cumulative effects, and advancing reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples, environmental sustainability, and economic growth.

The Geospatial Technician creates digital, graphic, and descriptive products using Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Relational Database Management Systems (RDBMS) and supports statutory decision-makers by determining the legal land status of specific areas and completing full Legal Land Status Reports. This position maintains the accuracy and integrity of various provincial databases.

Job Requirements:

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Diploma in geographic information systems or equivalent.
• Experience capturing, converting, creating, editing and/or maintaining digital information in a GIS environment.
• Experience creating a variety of digital, geographical and/or descriptive products.
  

PREFERENCE MAY BE GIVEN FOR ONE OR MORE OF THE FOLLOWING:

• Experience with government applications including: Tantalis, GATOR, ILRR, Authorizations Tracking System (ATS), QuickWins, and eLicensing.
• Experience with ArcPro and/or ArcGIS Online.
• Experience with Python and/or Modelbuilder.
  

For questions regarding this position, please contact Lisa.Forman@gov.bc.ca .

About this Position:

Remote work is allowed, this position can work up to full time from their home in British Columbia subject to an approved telework agreement. The locations listed above are to assist applicants in searching for this opportunity and are not a complete list of locations.

An eligibility list may be established for future permanent and/or temporary opportunities.

Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.

Working for the BC Public Service:

The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.

The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to applicants that self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, status or non-status, Métis, or Inuit) seeking work or already employed in the BC Public Service. For guidance on applying and interviewing, please contact IndigenousApplicants@gov.bc.ca or 778-405-3452.

The BC Public Service is an award-winning employer and offers employees competitive benefits, amazing learning opportunities and a chance to engage in rewarding work with exciting career development opportunities. For more information, please see What We Offer.

How to Apply:

Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements listed above.

Cover Letter: NO - Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.

Resume: YES - A resume is required as part of your application, however, it may not be used for initial shortlisting purposes.

Questionnaire: YES - You will need to complete a comprehensive questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements. Include all relevant information about your educational accomplishments and employment history including job titles, start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and how you obtained your relevant experience. The questionnaire will take approximately 60 minutes to complete.

Helpful tips, videos and more regarding the application process can be found on the Your Job Application page of MyHR. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying, e-mail BCPSA.Hiring.Centre@gov.bc.ca , before the stated closing time, and we will respond as soon as possible.

Additional Information:

A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.

Applicants selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on the Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies as outlined in the attached Job Profile located at the bottom of the posting.

Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Standard Time on the closing date of the competition.

Job Category
Scientific and Technical

Additional Information

Category

Government