Role Responsibilities

Join the team as a Utilities Data Technologist and play a key role in managing and analyzing utility data within the stunning Kananaskis Region of Alberta Parks! You will drive the development and maintenance of the ArcGIS Utilities Network, ensuring precise data collection and verification while supporting field operations. Your expertise will also extend to monitoring contracts, ensuring compliance, and overseeing contractor performance. This dynamic role blends technical skills with hands-on involvement in seasonal utility systems, helping to shape the future of Alberta Parks' utility infrastructure!

Role responsibilities may include but are not limited to: 
•    Utilities program data collection and management.
•    Utilities program data analysis and reporting.
•    ArcGIS utilities network implementation and maintenance.
•    Field support and maintenance activities.
•    Contractual oversight tracking and monitoring.
•    Collaboration and team support.
 

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APS Competencies

Competencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.

This link will assist you with understanding competencies: https://www.alberta.ca/system/files/custom_downloaded_images/psc-alberta-public-service-competency-model.pdf.

Systems Thinking - Considers inter-relationships and emerging trends to achieve goals by seeking insights on the implications of different options, analyzing long-term outcomes with a focus on goals and values, and identifying unintended consequences.

Creative Problem Solving - Focuses on continuous improvement by asking questions to understand problems, seeking new ways to enhance results, exploring successful work methods and sharing learnings, and collecting diverse data and perspectives to make informed decisions.

Drive for Results - Works to exceed goals by planning based on past experience, holding oneself and others accountable for results, partnering with groups to achieve outcomes, and aiming to exceed expectations.

Agility - Works in a changing environment by taking initiative to improve processes, anticipating and adapting to change, remaining calm and optimistic in stressful situations, seeking advice for appropriate change, and working creatively within guidelines.

Build Collaborative Environments - Facilitates open communication by leveraging team skills, valuing and learning from others, promoting respectful conflict resolution, and recognizing and appreciating team members.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

•    A two-year diploma in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Electrical Engineering Technology, Civil Engineering Technology, Environmental Technology, or Utility Systems Operations, plus two years of experience.

Equivalency:  Directly related education or experience considered on the basis of:  
•    1 year of education for 1 year of experience; or 
•    1 year of experience for 1 year of education.

Additional Requirements:
•    Preferred Education: a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Data Science, Environmental Science, or Utility Management.
•    Proven experience in data collection, management, and analysis, ideally within a utilities or infrastructure environment, with a strong focus on data accuracy and actionable insights.
•    Hands-on experience with GIS platforms, particularly ArcGIS, including utilities network management, spatial data analysis, and data verification for accurate asset mapping and system planning.
•    Proficiency with data analysis tools and software (e.g. Excel, Power BI, Tableau, Python, R).
•    Willingness to develop skills in fieldwork, maintenance activities, and utilities systems operations (e.g., water, wastewater, electrical, natural gas, or propane), with a focus on safety and operational efficiency.
•    Strong Written and Verbal English Communication skills: ability to clearly explain complex technical data and findings to non-technical stakeholders including management, government regulators, and contractors.
•    Proof of Class 5 driver’s license or equivalent.
•    3 years driver’s abstract.
•    Criminal Record Check.

Assets:
•    Knowledge of how utilities (e.g., water, gas, electricity) operate, their systems, and associated infrastructure (e.g., pipelines, grid networks).
•    Familiarity with asset management practices for utilities, understanding asset lifecycles, and how they relate to capital projects.
•    Strong skills in problem-solving, particularly related to troubleshooting issues with utility data systems, infrastructure anomalies, or system integration challenges.
•    Ability to integrate effectively into a small team as a Utilities Data Technologist, bring strong communication, collaboration, and adaptability skills. Be proactive in problem-solving, dependable with deadlines, and maintain a positive, team-focused attitude to support collective success. Fostering trust, sharing knowledge, and being flexible with responsibilities will help build a strong team dynamic.

Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification. Refer to https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-minimum-recruitment-standards.

Notes

In your resume:
•    Include date ranges (month and year) associated with all education and work experience.
•    Indicate whether your work experience was casual, part time (PT) or full time (FT).
•    Example:  Maintenance Foreman: Jan 2016 – June 2019 (PT, 3 eight-hour shifts per week).

Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses will be the responsibility of the candidate. Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in. 

What the GoA has to offer:

•    Working for the Alberta Public Service - https://www.alberta.ca/advantages-working-for-alberta-public-service.aspx.
•    Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP) - https://www.pspp.ca.
•    Alberta Public Service Benefit Information - https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-benefits.
•    Professional learning and development - https://www.alberta.ca/professional-development-support-directive.
•    Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool – https://researchapscareers.alberta.ca.
•    Positive workplace culture and work-life balance.
•    Opportunity to participate in flexible work arrangements such as working from home up to two days per week and modified work schedule agreement.
•    Leadership and mentorship programs.