STO 18R - GIS Technician

Apply your expertise and passion for innovation to this rewarding career opportunity

Reporting to the Geospatial Services Coordinator within the local natural resource district office, the GIS Technician creates digital, graphic and descriptive products to support natural resource planning through the use of Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Relational Database Management Systems (RDMS) and other corporate business systems. The GIS Technician supports planning and operational initiatives by inputting and manipulating data; maintaining data integrity; conducting analysis; and producing associated maps and reports.

Explore the opportunities and value working with our team can offer you: Why Work for the Ministry of Forests.

Job Requirements:

• Diploma or degree in geographic information systems; OR
• Equivalent combination of training and related experience.
• Experience capturing, converting, creating, editing and maintaining digital information in a GIS environment.
• Experience creating a variety of digital, geographical and descriptive products such as thematic maps, terrain models and/or associated descriptive statistics.

Preference may be given to those applicants with:

• Experience working with ESRI (ArcGIS) software products.
• Operational forestry experience.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Darren.Rowsell@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:

Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to 2 days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.
This position is based out of Port McNeill, which has some of the most affordable housing on Vancouver Island. Away from the big crowds, Northern Vancouver Island boasts an unmistakable amount of surreal wilderness. If you enjoy keeping active, there are many opportunities including skiing, hiking, kayaking, mountain biking, surfing, caving, fishing and many more. Residing on the North Island allows you to live free. Come join the North Island Community and live your adventure!An eligibility list may be established for future permanent and/or temporary opportunities.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.

Working for the BC Public Service:
The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.

The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to applicants that self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, status or non-status, Métis, or Inuit) seeking work or already employed in the BC Public Service. For guidance on applying and interviewing, please contact IndigenousApplicants@gov.bc.ca or 778-405-3452.

The BC Public Service is an award winning employer and offers employees competitive benefits, amazing learning opportunities and a chance to engage in rewarding work with exciting career development opportunities. For more information, please see What We Offer.

How to Apply:
Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements list above.
Cover Letter: YES - A cover letter is required as part of your application. The content and/or format of your cover letter may be evaluated as part of the assessment process.

Resume: YES - Ensure your resume includes your educational accomplishments, employment history including start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and any relevant information that relates to the job to which you are applying.

Questionnaire: YES - You will need to complete a basic questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements.

Helpful tips, videos and more regarding the application process can be found on the Your Job Application page of MyHR. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying, e-mail BCPSA.Hiring.Centre@gov.bc.ca, before the stated closing time, and we will respond as soon as possible.

Additional Information:
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.

Applicants selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on the Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies as outlined in the attached Job Profile located at the bottom of the posting.

Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Standard Time on the closing date of the competition.