Student Geographic Information System - Chatham-Kent, Canada - Chatham-Kent

Chatham-Kent

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Chatham-Kent, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

SUMMER STUDENT POSTING

The Municipality of Chatham-Kent has an opening for a Geographic Information System (GIS) summer student in the Information, Technology & Transformation division.

This student opportunity is for a period from May 1, 2023, to September 1, 2023.

Job description

The GIS Student will support the work of the Geographic Information Systems team in the municipality; will utilize advanced tools in ArcGIS in order to perform cartographic, analytical, and administrative GIS work.

The student must have strong customer service skills as they will be assisting multiple departments with data analytics and reporting requirements.

Essential responsibilities

Demonstrate Chatham-Kent's core values and competencies

Respond to client requests regarding the use of GIS technology

Consult with business experts to document metadata for GIS data

Use GIS editing tools to create and maintain municipal spatial and attribute data

Essential qualifications

Currently be enrolled in a community college diploma (or certificate) or university degree program in a GIS program

Demonstrated competency in expressing information through analysis and mapping to individuals or groups taking into account the audience and the nature of the information

Knowledge of principles and practices of GIS, databases and cartography

Ability to work independently

Work environment/hours of work

This position works mostly indoors

This position works weekday hours

COVID-19 Vaccination

The Municipality of Chatham-Kent no longer requires a COVID-19 vaccination as a condition of employment. Although it is not mandatory to be vaccinated, it is highly encouraged.

Background check requirements

Essential physical and/or safety requirements

Sitting:
constant sitting in a chair (always at desk, meeting room; some driving to and from other municipal buildings)

Standing:
infrequent standing inside, outside (possibility exists for GPS work - that would include walking and standing)

Hands:
constant mousing

Benefits:

This summer student position will receive vacation and statutory benefits in accordance with Employment Standards Act.
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The Municipality of Chatham-Kent is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fair and accessible employment practices that attract and retain talented employees in a workplace that is inclusive, supportive, and reflective of the diverse community we serve.