GIS Specialist II, Transportation

Bring your GIS expertise to a role where your work will directly support the future of our transportation network. Reporting to the Transportation Programming Coordinator, the GIS Specialist II turns complex geospatial information into practical solutions that support infrastructure planning, asset management, operations, and service delivery. You’ll collaborate with teams across Transportation Engineering and Operations to understand evolving business and operational needs, strengthen how transportation information is managed and shared, and identify opportunities to make data more accessible, integrated, and valuable.

Your expertise will enable informed decision-making and support the effective planning and long-term management of our transportation network.

Key Responsibilities

Manage and maintain transportation geospatial information, including data assets, models, business rules and documentation, ensuring information is accurate, reliable, accessible and fit for purpose

Establish and enhance data quality practices, standards and governance to support the consistency, integrity and long-term sustainability of transportation information

Partner with stakeholders to understand business and operational needs, analyze workflows and recommend practical geospatial solutions that support transportation programs and service delivery

Develop, maintain and improve GIS applications, maps, dashboards, visualizations, reports and other geospatial products and services that support operational processes, infrastructure planning and evidence-based decision-making.

Perform complex spatial analysis and modelling and integrate geospatial information with related systems and datasets to improve the accessibility, usability and consistency of information

Provide technical expertise and guidance on GIS best practices, standards, capabilities and information management, while supporting stakeholders in the effective use of geospatial tools and services

Mentor and coach staff and support knowledge sharing, helping build geospatial knowledge and capabilities across Transportation Engineering and Operations

Research emerging GIS technologies, practices and industry trends, evaluate their potential value and recommend improvements that support evolving departmental priorities and long-term needs

Collaborate with Corporate GIS, Information Technology Services and departmental teams to support system integration and ensure geospatial information and solutions align with corporate standards and practices

Qualifications and Skills

Technical degree or diploma in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) or a related field, combined with a minimum of five years of related GIS experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered

Extensive knowledge of geospatial information management principles, practices and technologies

Experience with Esri GIS products and technologies

Knowledge of transportation infrastructure and related business processes

Experience analyzing business requirements and defining effective geospatial information solutions, and managing GIS projects and initiatives

Demonstrated ability to develop, maintain and automate GIS products, applications and services using appropriate tools and techniques

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work through complex technical and business challenges

Excellent communication, interpersonal and relationship-building skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders

Ability to provide technical leadership, mentorship and coaching and promote effective GIS practices and knowledge sharing

Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and adapt to changing requirements, tight timelines and operational demands while continuing to deliver results

Professional certification related to geospatial information management or GIS, such as GISP or Esri certification, is considered an asset

Who We Are

Strathcona County is a specialized municipality located in the heart of Alberta. Our vision is to become Canada’s most livable community, where our workplace culture and identity are supported by our people plan and values of integrity, respect, safety, collaboration, and accountability.

Why Join Strathcona County: (depending on position)

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, which includes: Extended health and dental coverage

Health and wellness spending account

Life and disability insurance

Retirement and pension programs

Earned day off program

Employee and family assistance program

Commitment to employee development, through internal and external training and development opportunities

Well-being programs and a safety culture focused on physical and psychological health in the workplace

Equivalencies of education and experience may be considered. This role may be eligible to participate in our hybrid work program.

This competition may be used to fill future vacancies for similar positions within the next 6 months.

Strathcona County is committed to an inclusive, respectful, and equitable workplace that represents the community we serve. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds who can contribute diverse perspectives and experiences.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.