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Description

The Saskatchewan Research Councils (SRC) Environment and Biotech Division has an opening for a GIS Technologist to provide support with spatial and environmental data processing, data management and map design.
Accountabilities
    Perform georeferencing and geospatial data formatting, and processing
    Support GIS data processing scripts and tools
    Produce maps, graphs, and data tables to support field work and reporting
    Perform quality control and populate field data into the database
    Assist team members with the use of mobile field apps such as Survey123, Avenza, etc.
    Assist in field operations/surveys as required
Qualifications
    Undergraduate degree or diploma in GIS, Geography or a related discipline will be considered
    Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
    Understanding of different GIS and non-GIS data formats
    Experience in spatial data management including data collection, organization, and quality control
    Knowledge of GIS, Python and SQL are assets
    Familiarity with ESRI ArcGIS and georeferencing techniques are assets
    Valid Class 5 drivers license  
Skills
    Team player with effective interpersonal and multi-tasking skills
    Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
    Excellent verbal and written communication skills

The chosen candidate will be required to provide an original Criminal Record Check that is satisfactory to SRC prior to the commencement of any employment duties. The Criminal Record Check must have been executed within the preceding 30 days of receipt.

This position is primarily office based, but there will be field work required during the field season from May  November including occasional travel to remote, radiation-impacted abandoned mine sites in Northern Saskatchewan. This position is located in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.