GIS Analyst in Williams Lake, British Columbia at KINTERA (formerly DWB/Chartwell)

Kintera, formerly known as DWB/Chartwell, is a multi-disciplinary consulting firm specializing in services and solutions for the resource sector. Kintera has a close-knit team, a diverse client base and a strong reputation for outstanding quality and service. Our offices are located across all regions of British Columbia.

Overview:

We are seeking a motivated, positive and dependable full-time GIS Analyst to join our team of GIS, Software, and Resource Professionals at our North Vancouver or Williams Lake, BC office.

As a GIS Analyst, you will be responsible for creating, modifying, maintaining, displaying and troubleshooting GIS maps and databases for utilities and forestry-based projects in the Natural Resource sector.

This role involves working closely with both staff and clients to complete a variety of GIS tasks to meet client deliverables. You will work as part of a team of GIS professionals on a range of projects, leveraging your GIS expertise and client interaction skills. A key aspect of this position is your eagerness to learn, adapt, and innovate in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

What We Offer:

• Tailored career growth opportunities within a team environment that recognizes talent
• A comprehensive benefits package (extended health, bonus program, RRSP matching, and more)
• A diverse range of work with a multitude of clients
• A fun, professional and safety-first work environment
• Flexible work arrangements ensuring work life integration
• An inclusive, values-based culture where different perspectives are welcome and encouraged.

Job Responsibilities:

The responsibilities of a GIS Analyst will include, but not limited to:

• Spatial data management and analysis
• Developing and delivering on operational mapping projects with tight timelines
• Managing incoming field-collected data
• Converting, importing, managing, and manipulating data from a variety of sources
• Performing QA/QC tasks to ensure GIS data integrity
• Using Python, SQL, or other scripting language to perform tasks
• Troubleshooting issues related to GIS and web-based mapping systems
• Maintenance and development of GIS infrastructure.

Qualifications:

• Formal education in GIS, with a background in Natural Resources, Geography, or Computer Science
• A minimum of three (3) years of GIS experience working on natural resource based mapping projects
• Experience using Esri, QGIS, and mobile products for data collection, mapping, and analysis
• Experience leveraging map series or other methods for automated map production
• Experience in programming and scripting using Python, SQL, or Arcade
• Excellent data management and cartographic skills
• Strong reasoning and troubleshooting abilities, with attention to detail
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, with a focus on customer service
• Legally authorized to work in Canada.

Compensation:

• The pay range for this position is $29- $39 per hour; pay will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. We look forward to hearing from you!