Job Description

The Opportunity:
Company, Department: Nova Scotia Power, Customer & Grid Intelligence
Location: Ragged Lake, Halifax, NS
Type of Employment: Temporary, Full-time
Closing Date: April 3rd, 2025
Note: This is a 18-month term position
We are currently looking to fill the term position of GIS Specialist
As a member of the Customer & Grid Intelligence team, you will join a dynamic group of professionals leading several enterprise-wide business transformation initiatives, including transitioning the ESRI Utility Network. Key elements of this role include::
Accountabilities:

• Develop a strong understanding of NS Powers Transmission, Distribution & Delivery operations to enable to ability to effectively conduct analysis of business processes and technology
• Work closely with the utilitys end-users, subject matter experts and technical staff to ensure effective translation of business requirements into system configuration and/or system design specifications
• Lead and perform data analysis to identify business opportunity, understand business impact, or support troubleshooting efforts
• Work with utilities staff to identify, analyze, recommend and implement business process optimization opportunities leveraging GIS technology.
• Participate in the development and delivery of training and job aids for end users.
• Participate in the development of User Acceptance Testing (UAT) test scenarios and test scripts to ensure extensive testing of complex business processes.
• Support the investigation and resolution of technical incidents or problems.
• Support the project teams (and project managers) in testing and ensuring that processes they develop are effective and sustainable.
• You will work collaboratively with several project teams to develop new tools and processes that utilize GIS information and incorporate that data into GIS models and reports.
• You will need to communicate with external groups who will be providing information and data while ensuring adequate data quality and content.
• You will assist in designing and implementing new maintenance, and support processes.

You will ensure work is carried out in a safe and effective manner by observing and ensuring compliance with all Occupational Health and Safety Rules and Regulations. You will be accountable for environmental performance as it relates to the environmental management system processes and initiatives.
These skills will make you successful::
A technical diploma in GIS, Cartography, or a related discipline. At least 10 years' experience with geographic information systems is essential. The ideal candidate will be proficient in Artificial Intelligence (AI) principles and experience in integrating AI technologies with GIS applications to enhance spatial data analysis and decision-making. The successful candidate must be proficient working with ESRI ArcGIS software suite. Excellent communication and time management skills are required. You should be self-motivated and able to work well in a team environment. You must possess a valid drivers license. Learn more about our culture and values:
At the Emera Group of Companies, youll be part of an inclusive, respectful workplace where everyone is welcomed and supported. Come build a career as unique as you are: making an impact from Atlantic Canada to the world. Your experience and perspective will help us to safely deliver cleaner, more reliable energy to our customers.
If working in an innovative environment, challenging yourself, and shaping a cleaner energy future inspires you, we want to hear from you. Apply by April 3rd, 2025 and let us know why this role is right for you. The perks of joining our team? We offer::

• Health & Wellbeing: A comprehensive benefits plan, 24/7 access to virtual health care services for you and your family through Dialogue, access to a free on-site fitness centre, Employee and Family Assistance Program, parental leave top-up plan and wellness benefits.
• Grow Your Career: Opportunities to advance within and between our affiliate companies, a focus on employee development and available sponsored education programs.
• Community Engagement & Care: Corporate investments in the places where our people live and work, mentoring opportunities, fundraising-matching, volunteer programs, various committees and employee resource groups, and scholarships for children of employees.
• Competitive Compensation: Short-term incentive plans and a Defined Contribution Pension Plan.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Emera:
As one of Atlantic Canadas largest publicly traded companies, we are ranked one of , and . We know our success is driven by our dedicated teams and we strongly encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including persons who identify as racially visible, Indigenous, persons with disabilities, women in underrepresented roles and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community.
Applicants from these equity groups may self-identify through the online application process. We support candidates and employees with access and accommodation needs and encourage you to let us know when you require accommodation. Recruitment & Promotion Policy:
The success of the Emera Company is driven by its people: a strong team with a shared commitment to support the . The purpose of our recruitment policy is to provide a consistent framework to support fair and equitable attraction, hiring, and retention of the best talent for vacant positions. We are dedicated to maintaining a fair hiring process that provides equitable opportunities to all our applicants and is guided by our company values.