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Subject: Job Posting : Geospatial Information Systems Specialist,
University of Waterloo
Date: Tue, 30 Apr 2013 18:11:19 +0000
From: Eva Dodsworth <[log in to unmask]>
-Apologies for Cross-Posting –
The University of Waterloo Library is hiring a GIS Specialist.
Applicants will be reviewed beginning May 16^th . Details are below:
*Geospatial Information Systems Specialist***
*University of Waterloo Library*
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The University of Waterloo Library seeks a creative, dynamic and
public service oriented team player to fill the position of Geospatial
Information Systems Specialist. This position offers an exciting
opportunity to build on past and present achievements and to move the
geospatial digital agenda forward for the Geospatial Centre at the
University of Waterloo. Recent and ongoing digital projects include:
* a growing collection of historical air photos digitized and
georeferenced (http://www.lib.uwaterloo.ca/locations/umd/project/)
* the creation of a digital historical street network for the Region
of Waterloo
(http://www.lib.uwaterloo.ca/locations/umd/streets/index.html)
* A growing collection of historical maps digitized and georeferenced
(http://www.lib.uwaterloo.ca/locations/umd/digital/historicmaps.html)
As the campus hub for geospatial data, the Centre offers over one
terabyte of GIS data files to meet the teaching and research needs of
University of Waterloo faculty, students and staff. The Geospatial
Centre offers cartographic material in both print and digital format.
There are approximately 20,000 maps in the printed map collection,
ranging in geographical extent from maps of the City of Waterloo to maps
of the world. The Geospatial Centre has a collection of 55,000 aerial
photographs for various parts of southwestern Ontario and has 500
atlases for Canada and for foreign countries around the world.
The incumbent will be working with a team to provide cartographic and
GIS information services to the campus community. This will include
disseminating the Centre’s collection to campus users; providing
expertise in collecting and using GIS data; teaching and instructing on
using various GIS software programs; developing and leading digital
projects.
The University of Waterloo Library is a member of the Canadian
Association of Research Libraries (CARL), the Association of Research
Libraries (ARL), the Coalition for Networked Information (CNI), and the
Ontario Council of University Libraries (OCUL). The Library is a member
of the Tri-University Group (TUG), along with member libraries at the
University of Guelph and Wilfrid Laurier University, serving a combined
student population of over 76,000, combined holdings exceeding 5
million, and combined budgets exceeding $45 million. The Tri-University
Group manages shared technology and a remote storage facility, and
enables collaborative projects across the three library systems.The
successful candidate will carry out the responsibilities associated with
this position in the Dana Porter Library, located on the main campus.
*Responsibilities*:
Within the context of a rapidly evolving print and digital environment,
the incumbent is responsible providing advanced geospatial technical and
information services, including the development and coordinating of
geospatial digital projects. The Geospatial Information Systems
Specialist reports to the Geospatial Data Services Librarian.
We welcome interested candidates to connect directly with Eva Dodsworth,
Geospatial Data Services Librarian, to learn more about this exciting
position. Eva can be reached by phone at 519-888-4567 x36931or by email
at [log in to unmask]
A complete job description is available at:
http://www.hr.uwaterloo.ca/.jd/00001122.html
*Education*:
* Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work related experience and
specialization/course work in Bachelor’s degree, accreditation, or
college diploma/degree/certificate related to GIS or Geomatics is
required.
**
*Qualifications*:
* Experience providing high-quality GIS technical services to end users
* Proven ability to develop, manage, and complete GIS digital projects
* A proven self-starter with demonstrated commitment to high-quality
customer service
* Project management experience with proven strong mentoring ability,
analytical and problem-solving skills
* Experience presenting GIS information in an effective manner to
individuals and groups and effectively communicate information
clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing
* Proven ability to maintain strong working relationships and manage
priorities with fluctuating/time-sensitive deadlines with frequent
interruptions.
* Technical skills include:
o Advanced ArcGIS, advanced Google geospatial products,
intermediate HMTL, intermediate JavaScipt, basic PHP,
intermediate MS Word, Excel and Powerpoint.
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This is a full-time permanent position.
The salary for this position will be commensurate with experience and
academic/ professional qualifications. For uWaterloo salary scales,
refer to: http://www.adm.uwaterloo.ca/infosec/Policies/2012-2013.pdf
*Deadline for applications:* Resumes will be reviewed beginning May 16^th .
*Please note:* Candidates invited for an interview will be asked to give
a presentation, and will be assigned a GIS skill test with a written and
technical component.
*To apply and to view the full job description:*
http://www.hr.uwaterloo.ca/.jd/00001122.html
* Email [log in to unmask] <mailto:[log in to unmask]> with
*2075 – Geospatial Information Systems Specialist in the title.*
*Employment Equity:* The University respects, appreciates and encourages
diversity. We invite applications from all interested applicants.
Citizens and Permanent Residents of Canada will be given priority.
* * *
Eva Dodsworth
Geospatial Data Services Librarian
Geospatial Centre Coordinator
University of Waterloo
519.888.4567 x36931
http://subjectguides.uwaterloo.ca/GIS
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