Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Technician
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19 hours ago
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Job Summary
Centrally located within Nova Scotia between two extraordinary coastlines Colchester is a progressive rural municipality that offers an unparalleled work-life balance. It is a place that is affordable welcoming family focused rich in diverse culture and natural beauty with thriving businesses and access to all the modern amenities typically found in an urban setting without the common stresses of living in an urban setting.
The Municipality of Colchester is committed to treating people fairly with respect and dignity. Our goal is to continue to move forward as a diverse and inclusive community representative of the citizens we serve by offering equal opportunities free of biases. We have formed an Equity Diversity Inclusion and Accessibility Committee to keep us accountable and to help us reach this goal. The Municipality encourages all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous Black/African Nova Scotian Persons of Colour Newcomers Persons with Disabilities 2SLGBTQIA to apply and self-identify on their applications.
About the role:The Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Technician reports to the Director of Public Works and is responsible for data input collection and maintenance product generation analysis & development/documentation for the GIS associated with infrastructure within the Municipality of Colchester. This role utilizes ESRI ArcGIS software to input retrieve manipulate and display data for water sewer road and sidewalk infrastructure and supports internal and external requests for information. They support initiatives to implement GIS based approaches to best manage share and track infrastructure information. This is a permanent full-time position.
Salary Range: Range 4 $63656- $75667
Benefits:
- Group Benefits- Health Dental Life Long Term Disability and Accidental Death & Dismemberment
- Retirement Plan - Nova Scotia Public Service Superannuation Plan(Employer matched)
- Professional Development Opportunities
- Fitness and Well-being Incentives
- Remote Work Policy
Qualities to succeed in the role:
- Well-developed organizational skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to interpret and effectively manage data
- Ability to prioritize workload and projects
- Experience using computerized office applications such as Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat
Education & experience required:
- Post-secondary education in Geographic Information Systems or equivalent
- Minimum 2 years experience using ESRI or similar GIS software in a design and development environment
- Experience with a variety of GIS data formats
- Well versed in computer applications such as Microsoft Word Excel and Outlook. Experience with AutoCAD an with GNSS survey data and equipment an asset
The Municipality supports the principles of the Nova Scotia Human Rights Act and the principles of inclusion for persons with disabilities in the Nova Scotia Accessibility Act. Applicants are encouraged to identify any need for an accommodation upon being contacted for an interview.
Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will be contacted.
To apply please submit an application toby 4:30 pm on February 20th 2026.
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Databases
- ArcGIS
- Mac Os
- GIS
- Microsoft Access
- Python
- Data Collection
- CAD
- Project Leadership
- Drafting
- ArcView
- Autocad
About Company
Colchester County is located in north central Nova Scotia. This area was originally known as Cobequid until 1780 when it was named after the town of Colchester, England. Colchester was part of Halifax County until 1835. The town of Truro (population 12,500) is the county seat.
