GIS Student

Job No: RDKB202411
Location: Trail

The RDKB is currently seeking applications for a full-time, student position with the Planning & Development department. This is a 6 month temporary position, projected to start May 13 and end November 15, 2024.

Reporting to the Manager of Planning and Development, and working closely with the GIS team, the GIS Student will primarily be responsible for undertaking a project that prepares RDKB street address data for the Next Generation 911 (NG911) program. The student will also work with GIS staff to complete routine GIS tasks.

To be considered for this position, candidates should possess the following attributes:

  • Completion of at least 1 year of an Advanced Diloma of Geographic Information Systems (ADGIS) and/or an equivalent post-secondary GIS qualification
  • Demonstrated knowledge of the Esri suite of software products, as well as Microsoft Office products
  • Passion for GIS and mapping
  • Practical time management and organizational skills
  • Professional written and oral communication skills
  • Valid BC Driver's License

For more information about this opportunity, please review the job description. To be considered for this opportunity, please complete the Application process, below, by Sunday April 28, 2024.

Position Information

Status:                              Temporary Full-Time

Hours of work:                  Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 4:00pm 

Union:                               CUPE Local 2254

Compensation:                 $23.48/hour (2024) plus 10% in lieu of benefits 

 

To be successful, candidates must possess the right to work in Canada. The RDKB is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. Only those applicants shortlisted for this opportunity will be contacted. The RDKB thanks all candidates for their interest.

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The Regional District of Kootenay Boundary (RDKB) is located in the southern interior of British Columbia and prides itself on providing smart, sustainable governance and services to its constituents throughout our 8,200 km2 region. Join us here where you’ll find mountains, lakes and rivers, abundant breathtaking vistas and endless adventures, not to mention a burgeoning arts and culture scene. Our head office is located in the City of Trail, which combined with the nearby communities of Warfield, Montrose, Fruitvale and Rossland, is home to a population of approximately 20,000.
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