Geospatial Strategist

Requisition ID: 23286  Department: Planning, Development & Building Dept. Service: ROW, Heritage & Urban Dsgn Services Employment Type: 1 Full-time Permanent & 1 Full-time Temporary - Up to 1 year  Work Hours: 35.00 /hours per weekAffiliation: CIPP/CIPP Salary Information: $93,764.58 - $114,097.62  annually (2025 rates of pay)Location: 100 Constellation, Nepean  Job Category: Planning and Infrastructure Application Close: 17/08/2026JOB SUMMARY The Geospatial Analytics, Technology and Solutions unit is responsible for Geographic Information System (GIS) and Data Management programs and services, including Geographic Information System (GIS), Zoning Information System (ZIS) activities, Water and Wastewater Distribution Network, Engineering Information Centre, Central Registry (Composite Utilities) and Data Management, Cartography, Web GIS, Visualization and Analytics services. You are responsible for planning and leading highly complex geospatial projects involving multiple stakeholders, serving as a corporate geospatial/GIS data expert, and promoting and partnering with internal and external stakeholders to identify and implement opportunities to apply advanced geospatial analytics and share geospatial data.EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Completion of 4 year university degree in geomatics, computer science, data science, geoscience or other related field. Minimum of 5 years of experience working with geospatial data collection, interpretation and analysis, including demonstrated experience as a technical leader and subject matter expert.KNOWLEDGE Geospatial/Big Data concepts, theories, principles and methodologies, including visualization Data governance and data management practices Data analytic models and frameworks Geospatial (GIS/Big Data) applications, spatial analysis and related geospatial technologies and tools, including programming skills Statistics Business Intelligence tools (ie. Insights, Power BI) Strong knowledge of modelling tools, including 3D Project management techniques Tools and methods for reviewing data in relational database management systems including querying, graphing, editing Tools and techniques used in predictive modelling Applicable regulations and legislation including the Planning Act, Environmental Assessment Act, AODA, MFIPPA General knowledge of corporate and departmental policies and procedures related to web publishing (multiple formats, accessibility) Web content management solutions Techniques used in contracting, particularly those relating to the preparation of Requests for Proposal and the evaluation of resultant submissions Must be familiar with all applicable health and safety legislation, have knowledge of any potential or actual danger to health or safety in the work place, and have knowledge of appropriate actions to be taken in order to ensure the health and safety of staff in accordance with applicable legislation and City policies and procedures COMPETENCIES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Communicate effectively (orally and in writing) with management, staff, elected officials and other external stakeholders Problem-solving skills Research and analytical skills Time management skills Work effectively as a leader or team member in a multi-disciplinary technical environment Good relationship building and interpersonal skills, including the ability to work effectively with others in possibly confrontational situations Goal oriented and self-motivated Detail-oriented Organized Collaborative WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW Language Requirement: English oral, reading, writing Experience and formal training combined with demonstrated performance and ability may substitute for stipulated academic requirements. Please save a copy of the job poster. Once the closing date has passed, it will no longer be available. We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. The City of Ottawa promotes the principles of diversity and inclusion and adheres to the tenets of the Canadian Human Rights Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. We encourage applications from members of Indigenous, Black and other racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women and non-binary persons, persons of all ethnic origins, religions, sexual orientations, classes, gender identities and expressions. Candidates are encouraged to self-identify as a member of one or more designated employment equity groups in the self-identification questionnaire. The City of Ottawa provides accommodation to applicants during all parts of the hiring process, upon request. If contacted to proceed to the selection process, please advise us if you require any accommodation. Accessible formats and communication supports are available upon request. Please contact the Employee Service Centre at 613-580-2424 extension 12211 or via email at esc-cse@ottawa.ca. .

You will plan and lead complex geospatial projects while serving as a corporate subject matter expert for GIS and data management. Additionally, you will partner with internal and external stakeholders to implement advanced geospatial analytics and data sharing opportunities.

Candidates must hold a four-year university degree in geomatics, computer science, data science, or a related field. A minimum of five years of experience in geospatial data collection, interpretation, and analysis is required, along with demonstrated technical leadership.

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• Geographic Information System
• Data Management
• Geospatial Analytics
• Project Management
• Data Governance
• Spatial Analysis
• Programming
• Statistics
• Business Intelligence
• Power BI
• 3D Modelling
• Relational Database Management
• Predictive Modelling
• Web Content Management
• Technical Leadership
• Communication
• Employment Equity
• Wastewater Distribution
• Category Planning
• Big Data Application
• Certified Information Privacy Professional
• Planning
• Self-Motivation
• Analytical Skills
• Geographic Information Systems
• Research
• Analytics
• Editing
• Big Data
• Business Intelligence Tools
• Management
• Cartography
• Composite Materials
• Computer Science
• Data Collection
• English Language
• Environmental Impact Assessments
• Geospatial Analysis
• Leadership
• Interpersonal Communications
• Problem Solving
• Network Engineering
• Predictive Modeling
• Relational Database Management Systems
• Relationship Building
• Time Management
• Writing
• Land Zoning
• Web Publishing
• Data Science

• Data & Analytics
• Technology
• Government & Public Sector
• Engineering
• Management & Leadership
• Geospatial Specialist
• GIS Analyst
• Statistical, Mathematical and Related Associate Professionals
• Geographic Information Systems Technologists and Technicians
• Computer Occupations, All Other

Formation minimale

Baccalauréat

Expérience minimale

5+ ans

Postuler avant le

18 août 2026

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

35 heures par semaine