Geospatial Solutions Coordinator

The Town of Oakville is seeking a Geospatial Solutions Coordinator who will integrate GIS technology across Oakville’s municipal operations, and lead digital transformation through initiatives like digital twins, 3D models, and BIM. This role drives data-driven decision-making, enhances collaboration, and supports urban development.

Reporting to the Supervisor of Business Solutions & Analytics, the Geospatial Solutions Coordinator manages and improves the GIS platform, working with ITS to develop solutions that streamline services and provide essential data insights.

Job Details: Full Time (CUPE 1329)

Posting Status: Open to all current Town of Oakville employees and external applicants

Closing Date: Applications for this position must be received at oakville.ca by no later than December 3, 2024.

We offer:

• A hybrid work schedule
• A defined benefit pension plan (OMERS).
• Comprehensive health plan complemented with life and disability insurance
• A progressive work environment that promotes a work/life balance and strives to be a great place for great people to do great things.

Job Responsibilities:

Strategy, Standards, and Advocacy

• Lead the development and implementation of the town’s Enterprise Geospatial Roadmap.

• Ensure GIS solutions meet data security, compliance, and organizational standards.

• Collaborate with departments to create GIS policies, standards, and strategic plans aligned with the town’s goals.

• Maintain communities of practice for ongoing GIS-related initiatives and issues.

• Identify and implement process and technology improvements.

Analytics and Visualization Services

• Serve as the primary liaison for spatial data needs across town departments, such as Planning and Infrastructure.

• Conduct advanced spatial analyses to provide actionable insights for urban planning and infrastructure.

• Design and manage public-facing GIS tools (e.g., 3D visualizations using ArcGIS Urban).

• Innovate and implement emerging technologies like Digital Twins and BIM to strengthen data interpretation and accessibility.

Solutions Development and Implementation

• Lead GIS solutions design, development, implementation and maintenance.

• Create 3D models for urban landscape visualization and analysis.

• Design custom GIS applications to support various municipal functions using core tools like Esri ArcGIS and Python.

• Coordinate project planning and implementation, managing timelines, budgets, and stakeholder needs.

• Automate data workflows through tools such as Python, ModelBuilder, and FME to optimize data integration.

• Provide end to end project management for GIS related projects.

Data Quality Control and Assurance

• Conduct quality reviews for GIS datasets, ensuring accuracy and compliance with data standards.

• Develop and monitor Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for GIS data integrity and application effectiveness.

• Work closely with departments to troubleshoot and resolve GIS application issues.

Perform other duties as assigned, which are directly related to the major responsibilities of the job.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Geomatics, Computer Science, Data Management, Environmental Science, or a related field.

• Professional certifications in Project Management (PMP), Business Analysis (CCBA, CBAP), or GIS (GISP) are preferred. Candidates should be prepared to pursue at least one certification within two years.

• Minimum of five years of relevant experience in GIS, including spatial analysis, database management, and GIS application development.

• Proven experience with the Esri ArcGIS Suite (ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, ArcGIS Urban) and database tools (e.g., ORACLE, SQL Server).

• Demonstrated background in urban planning, infrastructure management, and GIS solution implementation in a municipal setting.

• Advanced knowledge of spatial analysis and GIS data management, including QA/QC practices.

• Proficiency in software such as AutoCAD, BIM (e.g., Autodesk Revit, Civil 3D), and ETL tools like FME and Python.

• Familiarity with GIS APIs and advanced scripting (Python, SQL, Arcade) for application development.

• Excellent communication skills to present complex spatial data to stakeholders.

• Proven leadership and customer service abilities, with a focus on cross-departmental collaboration.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple projects with competing priorities.

DATED: November 12, 2024

This job profile reflects the general requirements necessary to perform the principal functions of the job. This does not include all of the work requirements of the job. Applicants are required to demonstrate through their application and in the interview process that their qualifications match those specified. The minimum threshold score for each of the testing and interview components of the recruitment process is 75%.

We thank all applicants and advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.