Job Description

Position Details: Full-Time, 3 Year Fixed Term
Salary: Starting salary at $43,800, based on a 35-hour work week. Salary for this position will commensurate with each individual's education and/or experience as it relates to the position.
Location: Brandon, MB/Hybrid
Closing Deadline: August 31, 2023 (11:59PM EDT)

What You Will Do

We are seeking a highly motivated individual to fill our 3-year term GIS Technician position, based in Brandon, MB.

Our ideal candidate is a detail-oriented individual with strong organizational, time management and interpersonal skills. They will also have an affinity to for the outdoors, conservation and the world of waterfowl.

Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Consultation and collaboration with team members to create formal map documents in support of habitat retention and restoration using ArcGIS 10.x.
• Aiding in GIS technical expertise to field staff using online maps or in-house products.
• Managing numerous projects on tight deadlines while communicating task status among involved staff.
• Oversee quality control of mapping deliverables to ensure data meets project specifications.
• Field data collection around southwestern Manitoba.
• Basic UAV operations.

Requirements

• Completed or enrolled in a technical diploma in GIS and/or university degree in geography, natural resources or related discipline or related experience.
• Solid understanding and strong working knowledge of ESRI ArcGIS 10.x.
• Knowledge of geodatabases and file management systems.
• Excellent cartographic skills in developing various communication delivery products.
• Understanding of wetland mapping principles and air photo interpretation.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Ability to work well independently and in a team setting while keeping others informed of your progress.
• A valid drivers license is required.

What We Offer

• 2 weeks vacation with paid personal and sick days
• Comprehensive compensation & benefits package
• Hybrid work arrangement

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