Position Details: Full-time, 18 Month Fixed Term, New Position
Salary Range: Salary range at $44,500-$55,500, based on a 35-hour work week.
Location: Hybrid in Brandon, MB
Closing Deadline: July 7, 2024 (11:59PM EDT)

What You Will Do
We are seeking a highly motivated individual to fill our 18-month term GIS Technician position, based in Brandon, MB.

Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Consultation and collaboration with team members to create formal map documents in support of habitat retention and restoration using ArcGIS 10.x.
• Aiding in GIS technical expertise to field staff using online maps or in-house products.
• Managing numerous projects on tight deadlines while communicating task status among involved staff.
• Oversee quality control of mapping deliverables to ensure data meets project specifications.
• Field data collection around southwestern Manitoba.
• Basic UAV operations.

Our ideal candidate is a detail-oriented individual with strong organizational, time management and interpersonal skills. They will also have an affinity to for the outdoors, conservation and the world of waterfowl.

Requirements

• Completed or enrolled in a technical diploma in GIS and/or university degree in geography, natural resources or related discipline or related experience.
• Solid understanding and strong working knowledge of ESRI ArcGIS 10.x.
• Knowledge of geodatabases and file management systems.
• Excellent cartographic skills in developing various communication delivery products.
• Understanding of wetland mapping principles and air photo interpretation.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Ability to work well independently and in a team setting while keeping others informed of your progress.
• A valid driver’s license is required.

What We Offer

• 2 weeks’ vacation with paid personal and sick days
• Comprehensive compensation & benefits package
• Hybrid work arrangement

How to Apply
DUC is proud to be recognized as a non-profit employer of choice for the second year in a row. Working for DUC is a career highlight for many staff. Let us know if making a difference is important to you.
If you are qualified and interested in this opportunity, please visit our online career center to submit your application for confidential consideration.