GIS Technician

The Municipal Assessment Agency provides municipalities with real property values (or assessments) in accordance with the terms and conditions of the province's Assessment Act, 2006. We are responsible for providing a fair and effective property assessment service to more than 235 municipalities within Newfoundland & Labrador.

Location: Any Regional Office (St. John's, Gander, Corner Brook)

Why join the Municipal Assessment Agency?

The Municipal Assessment Agency is committed to providing employees with training and professional growth. We also offer a variety of flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance. Additionally, we provide comprehensive health benefits, leave benefits, travel cost reimbursements (as per NL Government policies), an employee & family assistance program, and challenging work.

The Role

The Corporate Services Division is seeking a GIS Technician to provide technical support for the integration of geographic information systems within the Agency's workflows.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide technical support to individuals and teams on processes and procedures related to utilizing GIS solutions
• Query, extract and decipher information in order to complete geospatial analysis
• Create, edit and manage spatial features using ArcGIS software
• Display spatial information as required for different audiences
• Review and inspect real property data using aerial imagery and update files as required
• Participate in GIS/Aerial Imagery projects and provide support within a team

Screening Criteria:

• A post-secondary diploma or degree in a related field such as Geographic Information Systems, Engineering Technology or Geography
• Experience with GIS software and database management systems
• Experience with a range of GIS tools for spatial and temporal analysis
• Experience with SQL Developer (asset)

Assessment Criteria:

• Knowledge of geospatial and temporal analysis
• Knowledge of GIS software and database management
• Advanced analytical skills
• Organizational skills
• Attention to detail
• Team collaboration skills
• Effective communication and problem-solving skills

Salary: CG 30 ($51,615.20 - $57,330.00 annually) as per NAPE Collective Agreement

Closing Date: July 10, 2026

Applications quoting reference MAA.GIST.09.2026 should be submitted to [email protected]

Applicant Information:

For additional information on this job opportunity please contact Kelly Smith at [email protected] or 709-682-0398.

The Municipal Assessment Agency values inclusion, diversity, equity and accessibility, and a workplace culture that benefits from varying ideas and lived experiences.

Accommodations and alternate assessment formats are available upon request at any stage of the recruitment process by contacting [email protected].

We are committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process with a focus on removing barriers. For common potential accommodations and adjustments during the recruitment process, contact [email protected]. Accommodation information will be kept confidential.

It is the responsibility of the applicant to submit an application that demonstrates the required screening criteria outlined in the job posting.

All applications must contain accurate contact information, including current mailing address, email address and phone number.

Preference will be given to applicants who are a Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada or those who are legally entitled to work in Canada.