BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

The Team
Join a collaborative team of 20 people with diverse skills, experiences, and interests who work together to deliver trusted geospatial data for government, industry, academia, and the public. The team values different perspectives, shared learning, and inclusive ways of working, creating an environment where everyone can contribute to projects that support important decisions and services across British Columbia.

The Role
As a Geospatial Services Coordinator, you will help maintain and improve foundational spatial data while working with others to develop practical tools, workflows, and communications. The role combines technical expertise, attention to detail, initiative, and team leadership, with opportunities to support and guide colleagues while contributing to data and services that help communities, emergency responders, and decision-makers across B.C.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in geomatics, resource management, geography, computer science or related field and three (3) years of related experience; OR
• Diploma in geomatics, resource management, geography, computer science or related field and five (5) years related experience; OR
• An equivalent combination of education and related experience may be considered.

Related Experience must include all of the following:

• Experience using sound technical knowledge and analytical skills with geospatial tools such as GIS, relational databases, remote sensing or related technologies.
• Experience developing methodologies and performing custom geospatial analysis and interpretations.
• Experience working with operational data, data editing processes and data quality control practices.

Preference may be given to applicants with the following:

• Experience automating or scripting solutions using tools such as python, SQL, or other programing languages.
• Experience in the development and maintenance of data management policies, procedures, systems and standards.
• Experience with database management tools and applications.
• Experience working on complex land and resource management issues.
• Experience working with land surveys and an understanding of survey systems in B.C.
• Experience using government processes and standards relating to the development and maintenance of IT systems.
• Experience developing and managing large spatial and attribute data sets.
• Experience with Project management.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Joy.Sinnett@gov.bc.ca .

About this Position:
This position can be based in any Ministry of Water, Lands and Natural Resources office. The locations listed above are to assist applicants in searching for this opportunity and are not a complete list of locations.
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to 5 days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.

Working for the BC Public Service:
The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace. 

We are committed to ensuring that reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process, including the assessment and selection stages. Please email the individual or contact listed on the posting if you require an accommodation to fully participate in the hiring process.

The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to Indigenous (First Nations [status or non-status], Inuit or Métis) applicants originating from the land now known as Canada, seeking work or already employed in the BC Public Service. Indigenous applicants can contact this service for personalized guidance on the BC Public Service hiring process including job applications and interviews.

How to Apply:
Your resume and/or cover letter must clearly show that you meet the education and experience requirements. Highlight the required qualifications and support them with specific examples, such as your responsibilities, projects you've worked on, or accomplishments. Find more information on the recruitment process, including helpful tips and videos about the application process, visit the Your Job Application page of MyHR. 

Cover Letter: YES – A cover letter is required as part of your application.  The content and/or format of your cover letter may be evaluated as part of the assessment process.

Resume: YES - Ensure your resume includes your educational accomplishments, employment history including start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and any relevant information that relates to the job to which you are applying.

Questionnaire: YES - You will need to complete a basic questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements.

Applicants who are selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on their knowledge, skills, abilities, competencies and other position related requirements as outlined in the Job Profile at the bottom of the posting. Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Time on the closing date of the competition. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying, visit the Technical Assistance page of MyHR.