2425-235 - Geomatics Technical Assistant (TS12) - Annapolis Valley Campus

Operational Support

Geomatics Technical Assistant (TS12)

Education,

Annapolis Valley Campus

Lawrencetown, Nova Scotia

School of Technology & Environment
Term Full-Time Position: Commencing approximately September 9, 2024 and ending approximately September 10, 2025
Application deadline is 11:59PM, August 22, 2024

Competition No. 2425-235

Salary range: $50,360.42 to $59,060.80 annually

Qualifications and Occupational Experience:

• The minimum educational qualification for this position is a relevant post-secondary education with at least a certificate in a geomatics discipline from a community college or an undergraduate degree in a geomatics discipline or related field.
• You have a minimum of two years (full-time equivalent) of recent and related occupational experience in applied geomatics theory including mapping, physical geography terrain analysis, air photo interpretation, graphic design, GIS modeling statistical analysis and scripting. You possess industry experience in a geomatics environment using a variety of hardware and software tools.
• You are familiar with and comfortable using computer applications such as Microsoft Office Suite, e-mail. Experience with Learning Management Systems such as Brightspace would be an asset.
• Occupational experience with GIS databases such as PostgreSQL would be considered an asset.
• Occupational experience using handheld and other GNSS hardware would be considered an asset.
• Occupational experience that includes a demonstrable ability to program in various languages (e.g., SQL, Python, C#, HTML, CSS, JS) would be considered an asset.
• You are comfortable working in a digital environment; you take responsibility for acquiring knowledge about advancing technology; and you are committed to using technology in advancing your work.

Relevant Skills and Knowledge:

• You demonstrate a commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, accessibility, and anti-racism
• You possess excellent interpersonal skills and can interact at all levels of an organization.
• You are known for your superior customer service skills and can create a relationship of trust beyond immediate interaction.
• Your superb team working skills enable you to contribute positively to a team environment.
• You have specific technical occupational knowledge and skill in GIS technology including ESRI products (e.g., ArcGIS Pro, ArcMap) and Open Source (e.g., QGIS).
• You are known for your problem solving and critical thinking skills.
• You are a strong communicator.
• You possess excellent coordination skills specifically related to liaising with industry partners to assist Geomatics employment opportunities.
• You have proven records and information management skills and abilities specifically related to databases.
• You are dedicated to life-long learning by continuing education to improve your skills and knowledge.
• You show a strong commitment to community involvement such as volunteering with geomatics associations.

Candidates selected for interviews will be expected to provide at least three recent occupational references. The successful candidate will be expected to provide official transcripts to show proof of academic achievements.

NSCC is committed to the full inclusion of all applicants. As part of this commitment, NSCC will ensure that applicants are provided reasonable accommodation, as required. If accommodation is needed to participate in the job application process, please contact Jaclynn Kelly, HR Generalist at [email protected]. Our Employee Workplace Accommodation Policy can be found here.

Unfortunately, we cannot accept late or paper applications.