Halifax Regional Municipality is inviting applications for the term (up to 18-months) position of GIS Systems Analyst in Information Technology.
Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM) is committed to reflecting the community it serves and recognizing Diversity and Inclusion as one of the Municipality’s core values. We have an Employment Equity Policy and we welcome applications from African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons, Women in occupations or positions where they are underrepresented in the workforce, Indigenous/Aboriginal People, Persons with Disabilities and 2SLGBTQ+ Persons. Applicants are encouraged to self-identify on their electronic application.
This is a specialized position requiring a broad technical knowledge of geography and geographic concepts as well as a broad technical knowledge of database development and database management concepts. The GIS Systems Analyst is an agent of change in the organization, suggesting new business strategies and geographic information-based products. It is responsible for the development and coordination of the processes to update and maintain the standards based, corporate geographic information databases. The position also coordinates the deployment of new geomatics technologies and other corporate development in the organization.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience:
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A post-secondary degree in Geography, Geomatics, Land Information Management, Engineering or Computer Science, and a degree/advanced diploma in GIS or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
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Minimum 2 years’ experience working with ArcGIS Server, ArcGIS Desktop, ArcSDE, ArcIMS, ArcInfo Workstation, ArcView, Arc Macro Language (AML), ArcGIS Online, SQL, ArcGIS Portal and Oracle.
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Experience working in a Unix environment.
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Experience working in a Windows environment.
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Experience working with Cityworks is considered an asset.
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Experience working in a municipal environment is preferred.
Technical / Job Specific Knowledge and Abilities:-
Thorough knowledge of GIS concepts, and trends.
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Thorough working knowledge of ESRI products and GIS system architecture.
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Thorough working knowledge of GIS software installation and configuration.
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Thorough working knowledge of GIS analysis techniques.
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Thorough knowledge of corporate GIS data integration with other corporate systems.
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Thorough knowledge of geographic data practices, procedures, guidelines, and standards.
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Thorough knowledge of database management concepts and relational database management technologies.
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Good geographic knowledge of HRM.
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Thorough knowledge of ArcSDE administration and Geodatabase design.
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Thorough knowledge of GIS application development.
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Good working knowledge of Python and SQL scripting.
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Good knowledge of map projections and datums.
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Good knowledge of other current geomatics technologies (e.g., GPS, etc.).
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Knowledge and understanding of programming and programming concepts.
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Good knowledge of the systems development life cycle.
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General knowledge of current Remote Sensing and Remote Sensing techniques.
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General knowledge of Cartographic concepts, techniques, and trends.
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General knowledge of computer aided drafting (AutoCAD).
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Understanding of business processes utilized in HRM.
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Knowledge of the services provided by the municipality.
Security Clearance Requirements: Applicants will be required to complete an employment security screening check.
Please note – Testing may be conducted as a component of the selection process to assess technical and job specific knowledge. Candidates, who are selected for testing, may be tested in a group setting, scheduled at the employer’s discretion.
COMPETENCIES: Valuing Diversity, Analytical Thinking, Communication, Conflict Management, Customer Service, Organizational Awareness, Organization & Planning, Risk Management, Teamwork & Cooperation, Values & Ethics.
WORK STATUS: Temporary, full-time (up to 18-months).
HOURS OF WORK: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 4:30pm; 35 hours per week.
SALARY: $52.89 per hour; ISG6 as per the collective agreement between NSGEU 222 and HRM.
WORK LOCATION: 14th Floor Barrington Tower, Halifax, NS.
CLOSING DATE: Applications will be received up to
11:59 pm on Sunday August 30, 2026.
This is a bargaining unit position. External applicants will only be considered if there are no qualified bargaining unit candidates.
Please note: We thank all applicants for their interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for interview/testing will be contacted.
To ensure a fair and equitable hiring process, candidates are expected to complete all parts of the recruitment process, including assessments, assignments, and interviews independently and without the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools or other forms of external assistance. The use of AI to complete any component of the hiring process is not permitted and may result in disqualification from consideration.
Shortlisted candidates will be required to provide proof of their qualifications, including, but not limited to, educational credentials, professional licenses, and relevant certifications.
During the recruitment process, applicants have the right to request an accommodation. Applicants invited to participate in an assessment process (such as interview or testing) and who require an accommodation, should discuss their needs with the recruiter when invited to the assessment process. For more information on our accommodation process please click on the link; Accommodations | Hiring | Employment | Halifax
(position # 72283055)
