Role overview

Shabech Consulting, a trusted recruitment partner specializing in IT and GIS staffing, is hiring a Data Analyst (GIS) on behalf of the Government of Alberta. This is a 12-month contract with the possibility of a 24-month extension. The position is fully remote, open to candidates across Canada (legally authorized to work in Canada), but may require occasional travel to Edmonton for meetings or work sessions.

Role Description: -: GIS Analyst

• Designing data extraction, transformation and loading solutions in accordance with GOA geospatial data architecture, framework, principles, models, standards, guidelines
• Bringing together disparate geospatial data and providing analysis on how geospatial features interact
• Transforming data into actionable insights through data Extraction, Transforming and Loading (ETL) to solution interpretation
• Extracting, locating and analyzing geographic data using GIS tools and scripting languages
• Developing GIS data integration & conversion workflows using scripting languages and tools
• Implementing spatial analysis using the most comprehensive set of analytical methods and algorithms available
• Executing analytical models on a schedule so organization operates on the most up-to-date data
• Automate repetitive tasks and streamline GIS processes to enhance productivity and efficiency
• Creating and executing raster analysis models on existing imagery, rasters, and GIS data
• Creating mapping products for spatial analysis using GIS tools and scripting languages
• Develop interactive web maps and applications for data dissemination and decision support
• Producing data visualizations using multiple data sets to customize the information for specific business needs
• Conduct spatial analysis to identify patterns and trends in geographical data
• Perform geostatistical analysis to make predictions based on geographic data
• Create models to simulate real-world scenarios and forecast future events
• Assisting in feasibility studies by providing visual resources and data analysis to inform policymakers and stakeholders on broadband access and adoption
• Preparing reports of geographical statistics based on spatial data
• Creating enterprise geodatabases in relation database systems using tools and scripts
• Creating and managing workflows, scripts to integrate structured geographic data sets from various sources into an enterprise relational database management systems
• Creating and managing workflows to integrate various GIS projections
• Creating and managing scripts to maintain geodatabase integrity and performance
• Compile spatial data sets for a variety of sources including Global Positioning System (GPS) data, field observations, satellite images, and environmental monitoring data.
• Managing security around geodatabases
• Identifying opportunities to automate data transformation and integration tasks and propose solutions
• Verifying survey data and map information
• Establish data maintenance workflows and versioning strategies to ensure data accuracy and consistency
• Develop Map Services, Geoprocessing service, Image services and Geocode services
• Other responsibilities as required or requested

Must have Experience – Only submissions that clearly demonstrate these experiences and the required number of years will be considered

· 8 years of direct hands-on experience and proficiency with ArcGIS Desktop, ArcGIS Pro, and FME Software.

· 5 years of direct hands-on experience creating thematic maps that highlight specific data points or trend.

· 5 years of direct hands-on experience designing and producing maps that visually represent spatial data.

· 5 years of direct hands-on experience developing exploratory analysis by transforming raw data tables and data frames into accurate maps

· 8 years of direct hands-on experience in creating and managing geospatial datasets and perform complex spatial queries.

· 5 years of direct hands-on experience using statistical techniques to analyze geographic data and make predictions.

· 5 years of direct hands-on experience with spatial data extraction, transformation and loading to enterprise geodatabases.

· 8 years of direction hands-on experience with spatial analysis. Analyzing and interpreting geographic data, spatial relationships and patterns

Nice to Have:

· 3 years of direct hands-on experience performing business requirement analysis, solution architecture and design, and deployment related to data management, acquisition, preparation, quality, and data lineage/provenance.

· 3 years of experience creating detailed maps that show broadband coverage, infrastructure, and demographic information to help identify areas needing improvement.

· 5 years of direct hands-on experience automating redundant GIS processes, implementing workflows, and GIS modeling techniques for streamlining business operations.

· 5 years of direct hands-on experience converting coordinates, lines, boundaries, and place names from structured and unstructured data.

· 5 years of direct hands-on experience creating and deploying map services, feature services, geoprocessing services, geocoding services.

· 3 years of direct hands-on experience creating models to simulate real-world scenarios and forecast future events.

· 3 years of direct hands-on experience performing business requirement analysis related to data manipulation/transformation, cleansing, and wrangling.

· 3 years of direct hands-on experience with version control systems like Git, GitHub, for managing code and collaborating with other developers.

· 5 years of direct hands-on experience working with ArcGIS Enterprise Geodatabase development and maintenance using SQL Server.

· 3 years of experience in RESTful APIs and how to integrate them into GIS applications.

· 3 years of experience with mobile GIS applications for data collection and fieldwork, such as Collector for ArcGIS or Survey123.

· 3 years of experience working with Alberta Town System (ATS).

· 3 years of experience working with Python programming language.

· 5 years of strong problem-solving skills to address complex spatial issues.

SUBMISSION MUST INCLUDE:

1. RESUME
• ALL REQUIRED EXPERIENCE MUST BE DESCRIBED IN RESUME UNDER THE JOB/PROJECT WHERE EXPERIENCE WAS ATTAINED.
• EACH JOB/PROJECT MUST CONTAIN THE TERM OF THE JOB/PROJECT IN THE FORMAT MMM/YYYY to MMM/YYYY.

2. RESOURCE REFERENCE

· Three references, for whom similar work has been performed, must be provided. The most recent reference should be listed first.

We appreciate all applications; however, only selected candidates will be contacted for further steps in the hiring process.
Company DescriptionShabech Consulting specializes in Business and IT consulting, strategic staffing, and project management services. Our mission is to help organizations achieve efficiency, innovation, and measurable results by connecting them with exceptional talent and tailored solutions.

We take a collaborative approach to understanding each client’s unique challenges and delivering strategies that create real impact. Whether supporting complex digital projects, providing specialized resources, or optimizing operations, we are committed to excellence.

As a trusted partner across multiple industries, Shabech Consulting helps organizations turn strategy into action and achieve their goals with confidence.Company DescriptionShabech Consulting specializes in Business and IT consulting, strategic staffing, and project management services. Our mission is to help organizations achieve efficiency, innovation, and measurable results by connecting them with exceptional talent and tailored solutions.\r\n\r\nWe take a collaborative approach to understanding each client’s unique challenges and delivering strategies that create real impact. Whether supporting complex digital projects, providing specialized resources, or optimizing operations, we are committed to excellence.\r\n\r\nAs a trusted partner across multiple industries, Shabech Consulting helps organizations turn strategy into action and achieve their goals with confidence.