GIS Student

Job No: EXT2509
Location: Penticton, BC

Located in the south-central region of B.C., the Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen (RDOS) covers an area over 10,400 km2 and is renowned for its orchards, vineyards and golf courses, as well as its widely varied landscape including deserts, mountains and valleys, pristine lakes and outdoor recreational opportunities.

The Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen is currently recruiting for a temporary, full-time GIS Student to join the Information Services team.

The temporary, full-time position will act in a data and application support role, with a special focus on supporting our Emergency Operations Center (EOC). This role will provide hands-on experience in GIS data management and the development of low/no-code applications.  

Reporting to the GIS Coordinator, the GIS Student will be responsible for:

  • Dashboards and Applications: Assisting in updating and modernizing our EOC dashboards and applications. 

  • Web Apps Migration: Supporting simple migrations and updates of existing web applications. 

  • EOC Support: Providing backup support for the EOC during staff shortages. 

  • Foundational Data Preparation: Assisting in preparing and cleaning data for future projects. 

Qualifications:  

  • hold “Student” status meaning that the individual must be attending, just completed or returning to school, college, or university.
  • Currently enrolled in a GIS, Computer Science, Data Science, or related program.
  • Experience with GIS software (such as ArcGIS, QGIS, or similar).   
  • Familiarity with ArcGIS Enterprise and ArcGIS Pro.
  • Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively. 
  • Ability to understand and execute oral and written instructions.
  • Experience working with the public and providing customer service.
  • Ability to work efficiently with limited supervision.
  • Ability to communicate in a courteous and tactful manner.
  • Ability to work on a number of concurrent tasks with deadline pressures.
  • Demonstrated computer skills in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook).
  • Valid BC Driver’s Licence and clear driver's abstract.
  • Flexibility to work weekends.

This temporary, full-time position is included in the BCGEU bargaining unit.  The wage for the position is $25.12 per hour (January-June) and $25.37(July-December), plus 15% in lieu of all benefits.  

Application Deadline:   4:00 pm, March 28, 2025

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 We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted. 

This position is only open to those legally entitled to work in Canada.

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Welcome to the Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen

Located in the south-central region of B.C., the Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen covers an area over 10,400 km2 and is renowned for its orchards, vineyards and golf courses, as well as its widely varied landscape including deserts, mountains and valleys, pristine lakes and outdoor recreational opportunities.
Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen