Job Description

Requisition ID: 3316
Affiliation: CUPE Municipal
Position Type: Co-op Student
Fixed Term Duration: Approximately four (4) months
Number of Openings: 1
Bi-weekly Working Hours: 70 hours bi-weekly
Shift/Work Schedule: Monday to Friday
Department/ Branch: Asset Management, GIS
Job Location: Fort McMurray
Pay Level: PL13 (80%)
Rate: $ 42.53
COLA: Bi-Weekly - $480
Posted (dd/mm/yyyy): 08/02/2025
Closing Date (dd/mm/yyyy): 09/03/2025
Posting Type: Internal and Externalxe2x80x8bGENERAL DESCRIPTION:This is a Co-Op Student position working seventy (70) hours bi-weekly, from May 2025 to August 2025 within the GIS Branch of the Asset Management Department. These positions are within the CUPE 1505 Bargaining Unit.Under close supervision, the Co-op Student, GIS Technologist assists in liaising with business units to provide accurate and detailed GIS mapping and data solutions for the municipality. The incumbent will utilize advanced tools in GIS information management systems to assist in performing cartographic, analytical, and administrative GIS work. This work includes the production, digitization, procurement, and maintenance of GIS datasets including the development of workflow modeling, scripting, automation for projects, and data stored within the authoritative enterprise GIS databases.QUALIFICATIONSKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Help create and update paper and digital maps using ArcGIS Pro and other GIS tools.
• Contribute to the development and upkeep of GIS web applications and using ArcGIS Experience Builder, ArcGIS Dashboards, Survey123, and Story Maps to fulfill the needs of various municipal departments. Work on configuring, publishing, and refining web-based GIS solutions under guidance.
• Participating in using FME (Feature Manipulation Engine) and ArcGIS Model Builder to enhance GIS automation and streamline data workflow.
• Under supervision, support Python scripting and GIS automation tasks, including basic data transformation, spatial analysis, and process automation.
• Aid with all geospatial data requests, including generating reports, data collection, spatial data relationships, GIS software use, online mapping solutions, coordinate systems, geometric calculations, lidar technology, remote sensing, and air photo interpretation.
• Assist in analyzing and assessing the risks for client departments concerning the proposed release of mapping information and data.
• High degree of attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to analyze information from a variety of sources and accurately present in a concise manner.
• Communicates effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Actively seeks to understand information communicated by listening and asking for clarification when needed.
• Ability to exercise confidentiality and discretion with municipal documents and information.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative, collaborative, and productive work relationships.
• Organizes own workload and prioritizes requests to consistently complete assigned work on time

EDUCATION:

• Pursuing a Degree in Geography, Computer Science, Geomatics Engineering, or a related Degree program with a concentration in geographic information systems is preferred.
• Must be registered in a Co-op Program to be eligible for employment.

RECRUITMENT PROCESS:Candidates who are successful during the interview process will be required to provide the following documents:

• Proof of enrollment in a co-op program specified above.
• Contact information for 2 (two) Supervisory references.
• Submission of a Criminal Record Check.

These documents are not required at the time of application, however preparing and collecting these documents in advance will expedite the recruitment process for successful candidates.SAFETY:As an employee of the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo, the incumbent is responsible for understanding and actively participating in the RMWB's health and safety management system, including all policies, practices, procedures, as well as properly utilizing all control measures including the required use of personal protective equipment. All employees must take reasonable care to protect the health and safety of themselves and others, as well as immediately report any concerns, near misses, incidents, and hazardous conditions to their supervisor.To apply: Please visit our website at jobs.rmwb.ca
Current employees must apply through the internal careers site.
We appreciate the interest of all applicants; however, only those individuals
selected for interviews will be contacted. Late applications will not be accepted.

Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo