University degree in GIS, Geography, Remote Sensing, Computer Science, Geomatics Engineering, or related field with 4+ years of senior GIS experience, including 2+ years in a supervisory role
Post-Secondary Diploma in GIS or related field with 5+ years of senior GIS experience, including 2+ years in a supervisory role
High School Diploma with a 1-year GIS certificate and 7+ years of senior GIS experience, including 2+ years in a supervisory role
Advanced experience with Esri ArcGIS platform and FME
Deep knowledge of NENA Next Generation 9-1-1 GIS data models and public safety software
Experience in a public safety environment managing spatial data for CAD systems
Proficiency in spatial data analysis, SQL, Python, and data visualization tools like Tableau or Power BI
Strong leadership and team-building skills with experience managing technical staff
Responsibilities
Lead and mentor a team of technicians, creating multi-year work plans and setting performance goals
Drive modernization of mapping platforms, including CAD systems and mobile unit mapping
Overhaul legacy paper-based programs to align with NFPA 1620 standards in a modern GIS format
Collaborate with the Corporate GIS team to ensure base maps and routing data meet NENA standards for NG9-1-1
Support emergency management operations by developing integrated geospatial frameworks
Oversee data governance and maintenance across spatial layers for emergency response
Provide geospatial expertise for initiatives like drone programs and advanced analytics
Benefits
Hybrid work arrangement flexibility
Opportunity for professional development and upskilling
Engagement in high-impact leadership roles
Collaboration with diverse operational teams
Contribution to public safety and emergency management initiatives
Full Job Description
As the GIS Coordinator, you will act as a transformational technical leader responsible for architecting and overseeing mission-critical spatial infrastructure. You will bridge operational teams, fire prevention, emergency management, and corporate systems to build a unified common operating picture. In addition to guiding high-stakes software implementations, you will mentor, upskill, and empower a team of technical staff through an exciting transition into modern enterprise GIS workflows. If you are passionate about data integrity, emergency response optimization, and modern spatial strategy, this high-impact leadership opportunity is for you.
What will you do?
Lead, mentor, and supervise a team of technicians, creating multi-year work plans, setting performance goals, and guiding their technical upskilling into modern enterprise GIS workflows
Drive the modernization of mapping platforms, including transitions to CAD systems, mobile unit mapping, and digital incident command systems
Overhauled the legacy paper-based Pre-Incident Plan (PIP) and Complex Card program to align with NFPA 1620 standards, housing the digitized data within a modern, integrated GIS format
Act as an advocate for EFRS while working collaboratively with the CoE Corporate GIS team to ensure base maps, road networks, and routing data meet NENA standards for Next Generation 9-1-1 (NG9-1-1)
Support Office of Emergency Management operations by developing integrated geospatial frameworks and providing technical mentorship to ensure accurate, map-driven decision-making during emergency activations
Oversee branch-level data governance and maintenance across extensive spatial layers, ensuring data integrity for emergency response routing
Provide geospatial expertise and support to expanding initiatives, such as drone programs and advanced analytical project
Qualifications:
University degree in GIS, Geography, Remote Sensing, Computer Science, Geomatics Engineering, or a related discipline with a minimum of four (4) years of relevant senior GIS experience, including at least two (2) years of progressively responsible supervisory experience
OR a Post-Secondary Diploma in GIS or a related field with a minimum of five (5) years of relevant senior GIS experience, including at least two (2) years of supervisory experience
OR a High School Diploma with a 1-year GIS certificate and a minimum of seven (7) years of relevant senior GIS experience, including at least two (2) years of supervisory experience
Demonstrated advanced experience with the Esri ArcGIS platform (ArcGIS Pro, Enterprise, and Online) and FME
Deep knowledge of NENA Next Generation 9-1-1 GIS data models and public safety software platforms
In-depth experience working within a public safety/first responder environment (police, fire, or EMS), including direct experience managing spatial data for Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) systems
Strong proficiency in spatial data analysis, SQL, Python, and data visualization tools such as Tableau or Microsoft Power BI
Proven leadership, coaching, and team-building skills with experience managing technical staff and public safety datasets
Assets:
Proven experience communicating and coordinating technical requirements with various external GIS vendors and contractors
Certified Geographic Information Systems Professional (GISP) designation
Esri Technical Certifications (such as ArcGIS Enterprise Administration or ArcGIS Pro)
Project Management (PMP) or PROSCI Change Management certification
Specific training or certifications in Incident Command Systems (e.g., ICS 100, 200, 300)
Credentialed Fire and Emergency Services Analyst Professional (FESA)
Skills required for success:
Advanced technical architecture capabilities to evaluate, build, and integrate complex spatial frameworks into emergency response operations
Strong project management and organizational abilities to successfully lead concurrent, high-stakes system integrations
Excellent change management and coaching skills to gently transition team members into modern tools and workflows
Familiarity with scripting languages and data visualization tools (such as Tableau or Microsoft Power BI)
Strategic analytical problem-solving skills to troubleshoot technical issues, manage dynamic network calculations, and uphold data governance
Clear communication skills to explain complex spatial concepts to operational leaders, front-line responders, and partners
Alignment to our Cultural Commitments and Leadership Competencies
Embracing a culture of equity, diversity, reconciliation, and inclusion
Conditions of Employment:
Hire is dependent on a Criminal Records Check (CRC) that is satisfactory to the City of Edmonton, and there may be a cost associated with this requirement
Applicants may be tested
Work Environment:
This position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement with the flexibility to work from both home and the worksite as per the Letter of Understanding between the City of Edmonton and Civic Service Union 52.
The weekly hours of work for this position are currently under review and may change at a future time. Any changes will be made in accordance with the City of Edmonton/Civic Service Union 52 collective agreement, and the incumbent will be notified in advance.
