Essential Qualifications:

Certification

Certified GIS Professional is considered an asset.

Those applicants with excellent written and oral communication skills in English and French will be given preference.

Class 5 Driver's License

Education

Undergraduate degree in GIS or equivalent (minimum 4 years post-secondary education)

Experience

Minimum 3 years GIS experience (municipal experience preferred)

Technical Skills

•In-depth knowledge of Enterprise GIS and relational database management systems;

•Experience building mapping applications;

•Good understanding of and ability to perform geospatial and statistical analysis;

•Demonstrated knowledge of cartographic principles;

•Excellent attention to detail;

•Good understanding of coordinate systems, projections and scale;

•General knowledge of remote sensing and global positioning systems;

•Ability to quickly learn to use new software;

•Advanced knowledge of ArcMap and ArcGIS Pro Software;

•Advanced knowledge of ArcGIS Online;

•General understanding of user experience/user interface (UX/UI) design;

•General knowledge of CAD Software;

•Working knowledge of Microsoft Office;

•Working knowledge of audio/visual equipment, plotter, scanner and general office equipment;

•General knowledge of graphic design software; and

•Programming skills would be considered an asset.

Core Competencies

This position requires individuals with the following competencies:

Adaptability

oSeeks to understand changes

oResponsive to shifting priorities and expectations

oHandles ambiguous or changing environments

oWorks effectively with people of all styles

oAdjusts schedule to accommodate last minute changes and crises

Collaboration

oSupports others with assignments, learning new tasks, and sharing information

oWorks well in group situations

oCollaborates across organizational boundaries and job responsibilities

oIdentifies barriers to teamwork and works to minimize them

Communication Habits

oResponds promptly

oMatches communication style to audience and subject

oUses appropriate communication delivery method

oPresents ideas in compelling and logical manner

oKeeps others informed on a timely and appropriate manner

oRepresents organization well in communications

Customer Focus

oPresents self well to customers

oWorks to understand customer needs

oManages customer expectations

oStrives to deliver customer satisfaction

oUses customer feedback to improve service

oFollows through to ensure satisfaction

Initiative

oSeeks additional work and takes advantage of opportunities

oIdentifies processes and operations for improvement

oAsks for feedback to improve performance

oTakes appropriate actions without direction

Job Skills

oDemonstrates required skills and knowledge

oKeeps skills and knowledge current

oServes as a knowledge resource to others

oUnderstands relationship of other jobs and organization's objectives

Learning Orientation

oUnderstands own learning needs

oFinds appropriate learning activities

oApplies learning to improve performance

oKeeps skills and knowledge updated

oLearns through experiences and observations as well as formal training

oSupports others by sharing own knowledge and learning experiences

Safety Compliance

oAlert to safety issues and problems

oFollows safety procedures; uses equipment and materials properly

oActs promptly to address unsafe or questionable situations

oReports safety issues

Time Management

oPlans ahead and budgets time based on knowledge of project timelines

oManages competing priorities

oArrives at work and meetings on time

oUses time productively and stays focused in face of distractions

oKnows what to accomplish alone and when to involve or delegate to others

The successful applicant may be eligible to participate in a Flexible Time Options Program which includes the option of working a 4 or 5-day work week, subject to business requirements.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live and which we serve. We encourage and support applications from Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minority groups. Candidates who belong to such groups, who are qualified, will be given preference at the time of selection.

Applications will be accepted through our online system only. Qualified applicants should submit their cover letters and resumes to:

City of Saint John
Attn: Hiring Committee
www.saintjohn.ca (employment opportunities)