GIS Analyst

Located on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh Nations, West Vancouver is a vibrant community on the North Shore and home to parks, beaches, and to sports, recreation and arts amenities. Our dedicated staff deliver services, operate facilities and run the programs that enhance the well-being of our community. We are seeking employees with a passion for public service who share our commitment to creating a complete, inclusive and livable community.

The District of West Vancouver Engineering Services Department is seeking a highly motivated GIS Analyst for approximately 12 months. Reporting to the GIS Administrator, the ideal candidate requires a high level of initiative and independent judgment to support corporate needs related to GIS and Asset Management.

This position will be responsible for:

Thorough knowledge of GIS desktop tools, including ESRI ArcGIS Pro and its extensions (e.g., Spatial or Network Analyst), ESRI ArcGIS Enterprise/Portal, ArcGIS Experience Builder

Creating and maintaining database queries, ability to script in ArcPy, Python, Arcade, SQL

Preparing data translation routines to integrate data into, as well as reporting information out of GIS and the Asset Management System;

Proficiency or experience with Maintenance Connection or similar CMMS and FME data integration software would be an asset;

Establishing procedures for the collection of data using a GPS unit and ArcGIS Field Maps, provide relevant training or guidance as needed;

Interpreting and uploading information from legal surveys, as-built drawings and digital data sets;

Implementing procedures for data integrity and quality control;

Acting as a resource to client departments in responding to a variety of requests for information, maps, services, mobile applications, analyses and reports;

Researching technologies and recommending upgrades related to the work;

Demonstrating applications and tools to users of the mapping system and web based applications;