Spatial Data Analyst

Job Information
Job Title: Spatial Data Analyst 
Job Requisition ID: 62706
Ministry: Forestry and Parks
Location: Edmonton
Full or Part-Time: Full Time
Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary: Temporary Salaried
Scope: Open Competition
Closing Date:  October 14, 2024
Classification: Program Services 3 Market Adjustment
Salary: $2,626.89  to $3,448.73 bi-weekly ($68,561 to $90,011 / year)

 

The Government of Alberta is committed to a diverse and inclusive public service that reflects the population we serve to best meet the needs of Albertans. Consider joining a team where diversity, inclusion and innovation are valued and supported. For more information on diversity and inclusion, please visit: https://www.alberta.ca/diversity-inclusion-policy.aspx

 

We work to enhance the economic, environmental, and social contributions of our forests and forested lands to Albertans. For more information about the Ministry of Forestry and Parks, please visit our website at https://www.alberta.ca/forestry-and-parks.

Role Responsibilities

Are you passionate about ensuring the sustainability of the forest resource now and into the future? Are you looking for an opportunity to apply your knowledge of geomatics, data science and expertise in programing to support forest management and related regulatory oversight for Alberta?

 

The Spatial Resource Analyst is an intermediate professional position in the Reforestation, Inventory and Biometrics Section in the Forest Stewardship and Trade Branch. The position looks after regulatory spatial datasets and is responsible for ensuring that these datasets are managed as well as made available to users.

 

The primary responsibilities of this role include:
•    Designing, developing, and implementing applications and process enhancements (such as submission, audit, and publication) to enhance the robustness, timeliness, and accessibility of regulatory data
•    Ensuring an accurate and timely understanding of our forest resources to maintain sustainable harvest levels as well as preserve ecological, economic and social values associated with sustainable forest management
•    Serving as the data manager for various key forestry datasets, playing a foundational role in facilitating sustainable forest management practices in the province
•    Providing unique analytical expertise, support and guidance to technical and professional stakeholders in the forestry industry, service providers as well as government personnel regarding spatial data management
•    This role demands a combination of robust technical and analytical skills, proficient writing abilities and strong communication skills

APS Competencies

Competencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.

 

This link will assist you with understanding competencies: https://www.alberta.ca/system/files/custom_downloaded_images/psc-alberta-public-service-competency-model.pdf.

 

Systems Thinking: Keep broader impacts and connections in mind to create innovative as well as sustainable solutions

 

Creative Problem Solving: Develop solutions to solve complex problems while balancing the development, conservation and use of resources

 

Agility: Foster proactive, flexible practices by quickly understanding and reacting to environment

 

Develop Networks: Lead and contribute to the conditions and environments that allow people to work collaboratively as well as productively to achieve outcomes

 

Drive for Results: Know what outcomes are important and maximize resources to achieve results that are aligned with the goals of the organization while maintaining accountability to team members as well as external stakeholders

Qualifications

Education: 

The minimum requirement for this role is University graduation in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) technology plus 2 years progressively responsible related experience; or equivalent

 

Equivalency:

•    Directly related experience and or education may be considered on a one year of education for one year of experience or vise versa such as a  two-year diploma supplemented by four (4) years of related experience

 

Additional Requirements:

•    An Applied Degree or diploma in Geographic Information Systems from an accredited university (or equivalent)
•    Advanced skills for data modelling, visualization, dashboards, and data management using statistical software (e.g. SAS, R, PowerBI or C#)
•    Working knowledge of legislation, policies and standards that impact public and forest lands management in Alberta
•    Knowledge of silviculture, forest ecology, reforestation, vegetation inventories, and forest management principles

 

To be considered, your application must be accompanied with a cover letter that outlines how your education and experience make you suitable for the role. Your cover letter and resume will be used as a screening tool to assess your written communication skills. 

 

Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification. Refer to https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-minimum-recruitment-standards.

Notes

This is a full-time, temporary opportunity located in Edmonton. The position’s hours of work are Monday to Friday, 8:15 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., 36.25 hours a week.

 

In your application, please a include cover letter detailing your interest and role-related experience.  Your resume should include dates (including months and years) associated with all education and work experience. Also, please indicate whether your work experience is casual, part time or full time. For example January 15, 2006 – June 25, 2009: Assistant (PT three, 8 hour shifts/week).

 

Candidates may be asked to complete a written assignment as a part of the interview process. Final candidates may be required to undergo security screening.

 

Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses will be the responsibility of the candidate. Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in.

 

What the GoA has to offer:
•    Working for the Alberta Public Service – https://www.alberta.ca/advantages- working-for-alberta-public-service.aspx
•    Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP) – https://www.pspp.ca
•    Alberta Public Service Benefit Information – https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-benefits
•    Professional learning and development – https://www.alberta.ca/professional-development-support-directive
•    Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool – https://researchapscareers.alberta.ca
•    Positive workplace culture and work-life balance
•    Opportunity to participate in flexible work arrangements such as working from home up to two days per week and modified work schedule agreement
•    Leadership and mentorship programs

How To Apply
Applicants are advised to provide information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements including education, experience, and relevant examples of required competencies.
 

Candidates are required to apply for a job online. Please visit https://www.alberta.ca/job-application-resources#before for more information. Please visit Recruitment Principles, for more information.
 

It is recommended applicants who have completed post-secondary studies from outside of Canada obtain an evaluation of their credentials from the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS)(https://www.alberta.ca/international-qualifications-assessment.aspx) or from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator; please visit the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada for more information (https://canalliance.org/en/default.html).

It is recommended that applicants include the assessment certificate from IQAS or any other educational assessment service as part of their application.

Closing Statement
This competition may be used to fill future vacancies across the Government of Alberta at the same or lower classification level.

We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates’ qualifications most closely match the advertised requirements. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.

If you require any further information on this job posting or require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Michele Murphy at [email protected].