Geomatics Analyst

Department Information

The Department of Industry, Tourism and Investment (ITI) works through wide-ranging partnerships and initiatives to deliver quality programs and services that promote and support economic development, diversification and prosperity in the interest of Northwest Territories residents  – their businesses and communities.

Job Information

The Geomatics Analyst is located in Inuvik and reports to the Manager, Data and Information. The Geomatics Analyst is responsible for the development and implementation of GIS projects for the Regulatory Division and ITI and supports GNWT-wide GIS projects more broadly through the position's collaboration with ISSS. The Analyst operates in a complex multijurisdictional environment that includes Indigenous governments with self-government authorities, federal regulators, interdepartmental GNWT partners, and private industry. The position ensures information systems and data practices remain compliant with multiple statutes, agreements, and regulatory frameworks.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of GIS, remote sensing, geography, cartographic design and graphic design principals for effective communication of thematic content

Knowledge of at least one of the following Geographic Information Systems and related software applications: Esri, Maplnfo, Caris, Manifold, QGIS, SDE

Knowledge of Extraction Translate Load (ETL) software: FME

Knowledge of one or more of the following scripting environments: python, java, iron python, VB Script

Knowledge of Relational Database Management Systems (RDMS), at least one of the following: MS Access, MS SQL Server, Oracle, Postgre SQL, MySQL Lite

Knowledge of at least one of the following remote Sensing Software applications: ERDAS Imagine, Envi, PCI Geomatica

Knowledge of principles and practices of project management to plan, organize and coordinate the activities of a project team that includes contractors, related to information technology and information management systems

Knowledge of the software development lifecycle, as well as the various methodologies including predictive (plan-driven) approaches or adaptive (iterative/agile)

Typically, the above qualifications would be attained by:

Completion of a bachelor's degree in GIS, computer science, information management systems or a related field and three (3) years of directly relevant experience in GIS, remote sensing, cartography, database support, information management, information technology, or software implementation, administration, or project management.

GNWT Inquiries

Inquiries Only

Inuvik HR Client Service Centre

Department of Finance

Government of the Northwest Territories

1st FLOOR  ALEX MOSES GREENLAND BUILDING

BOX 1869

INUVIK, NT  X0E 0T0

Tel (867) 678-8071 Ext 15644

Fax (867) 678-6620

[email protected]

Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.

More Information

Indigenous Employment Policy

Candidates must clearly identify their eligibility in order to receive priority consideration under the Indigenous Employment Policy.

Criminal Records Check

Candidates must provide a satisfactory criminal record check. Failure to provide a satisfactory check may deem you disqualified from the competition.

Diversity and Inclusion

The Government of the Northwest Territories is an inclusive workplace.  If you have a disability and you require support during the hiring process, you are encouraged to identify your needs if you are contacted for an assignment or interview so that you may be accommodated during the hiring process.

Eligibility

Eligibility lists may be created from this competition to fill future term and indeterminate positions.

Equivalencies

Equivalencies may be considered based on a one-year of directly related experience equivalent to one year of education or one year of education for one year of experience. However, combinations of education and experience must often be considered on a case-by-case basis.  For a full list of equivalencies that will be considered for this role, please contact human resources.

Job Opening Information

Job Opening ID # 28552

Closing Date: November 23, 2026 - 23:59, Mountain Time

Salary Information

The salary for this position starts at $54.44 per hour (approximately $106,158 per annum) plus an annual Northern Allowance of $14,304

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