Position Details: Existing Permanent, Full-time position
Salary Range: Starting salary at $67,100, based on a 35-hour work week. Salary for this position will commensurate with each individual’s education and/or experience as it relates to the position.
Location: Remote within Ontario
Closing Deadline: June 12, 2026 (11:59PM EDT)
Who We Are
Ducks Unlimited Canada (DUC), one of the nation’s leading conservation organizations, is a passionate community of people who believe that nature is the foundation of strong communities, a prosperous economy and a sustainable future that supports the hopes and dreams of the next generation. Together, we conserve and restore some of the most valuable and threatened landscapes on the planet.
What You Will Do
Reporting to the Head of Conservation Programs, this position provides technical support, training, analysis and the development and maintenance of GIS databases, applications, and products that support DUC’s vision and strategies. The GIS specialist will design and implement geospatial projects and applications in consultation with staff and partners to meet user needs within the Ontario operational team.
Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Lead or participate in project teams providing GIS support, spatial analysis, modeling, and decision support.
- Develop, acquire, manage, and distribute geospatial databases and metadata in accordance with project plans and DUC standards.
- Provide GIS technical expertise and training in software, applications, and data use to enhance GIS skills among staff.
- Develop and document applications and projects in collaboration with other GIS/IS professionals.
- Manipulate remotely sensed data: Image processing, classification, accuracy assessment, archiving and distribution.
Requirements
- University degree in GIS, Natural Resources, Geography, Environmental Science, Computer Science, or related discipline; or Technical School diploma in GIS with several years related work experience.
- Minimum 3 years of relevant experience including the development and use of Natural Resources GIS applications using raster and vector data sets and GIS software, preferably ESRI products, including demonstrated experience in collection and processing of drone imagery to produce orthomosaic maps.
- Basic Drone Operator’s License is required. Advanced or Level 1 Complex drone operator licenses are considered assets.
- Be proficient in ArcGIS online and portal
- Work independently solving problems of highly technical nature within ArcGIS, remote sensing imagery analysis and drone operations in the field, as well as work in a team environment.
- Ability to work flexible hours and travel as required.
What We Offer
- 3 weeks’ vacation with paid personal and sick days
- Comprehensive compensation & benefits package
- Hybrid work arrangement
How to Apply
Working for DUC is a career highlight for many staff. Let us know if making a difference is important to you.
If you are qualified and interested in this opportunity, please visit our online career center to submit your application for confidential consideration.
To apply for this job please visit workforcenow.adp.com.