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Description
The Role
Reporting to the Supervisor, Parking Operations, the Parking Technologist (GIS) is responsible for the development, management, and analysis of the City’s spatial parking data environment. The role leads the integration of GIS, parking system data, financial data, and utilization studies to support evidence-based decision making for parking operations, pricing strategy, supply planning, and transportation demand initiatives.
This position functions as the subject matter expert for GIS and data analytics within Parking Operations and provides analytical support to Licensing & Enforcement Services.
Meet your department...
We manage Kingston’s parking system, offering daily and short-term parking along with permits for commuters, residents, contractors, and accessible parking. Our team oversees over 4,100 spaces in lots, garages, and on-street locations, provides rentals for events, and adapts regulations and signage to meet the city’s evolving needs.
What you'll do...
Develop, manage and maintain the City’s parking geodatabase, spatial inventories, and GIS mapping environment for all on-street and off-street parking assets
Integrate data from parking technologies (meters, pay & display, pay on foot, mobile payment platforms) into GIS and analytical systems
Maintain and enhance databases associated with parking assets and transactions
Provide technical expertise for mapping projects, data visualization, and system improvements
Prepare and conduct utilization studies and customer surveys
Design and conduct spatial utilization studies, demand analysis, and parking displacement analysis using GIS tools
Prepare regular statistical and financial reports
Collect, collate and analyze data from databases, studies, surveys as well as best practices and prepare reports summarizing findings and recommendations to assist with parking planning, including impacts of parking displacement, expanding locations of paid parking and parking replacement strategies
Create and maintain parking sign inventories
Maintain and plan programming activities for parking systems
Serve as the GIS liaison between Parking Operations and Corporate GIS/Planning teams
Other duties as assigned
Job Requirements
To qualify, you'll need...
3 year diploma/degree in GIS, Geometrics, Geography, Applied Science and Technology, or equivalent
Minimum two (2) years' experience working in a GIS-driven analytical environment, preferably within municipal or public sector operations
Demonstrated experience managing spatial data, geodatabases, and performing analysis using ESRI, ArcGIS Pro online/Enterprise
Experience integrating multiple data sources into GIS and analytical tools for reporting and decision support
Experience in parking operations, transportation planning, or municipal asset management is considered an asset
Must demonstrate corporate values of Belonging, Collaboration, Accountability, and Innovation
Superior research and analytical skills
Strong planning, multi-tasking, organizing, prioritizing and time management skills
Excellent communication (written and verbal) with the ability to present ideas and reports in a variety of settings
Excellent interpersonal skills and a proven ability to collaborate with others in a team environment
Recent and relevant experience with the Esri ArcGIS software suite including ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online/Portal, ArcGIS Geodatabases and experience coordinating/managing mapping projects
Recent and relevant experience with relational databases (Oracle, MS-SQL) and modern programming languages/tools (such as Python, Arcade, SQL, JavaScript)
Demonstrated excellent project management skills
Proficient with MS Office programs including Access and Excel, Adobe Pro/Corel Draw
Able to perform the essential duties of the job such as walking, standing for long periods of time
Must possess and maintain a valid class “G” license
Required to obtain and maintain a satisfactory Criminal Record Check (CPIC)
How to apply
How to apply
Submit your online application by 11:59 PM on the job posting closing date. Click the 'APPLY HERE' button to complete your application.
Applicants must demonstrate in their submission how they meet the minimum education and experience requirements of the position. Please include any relevant education documents (degrees, diplomas, or certificates) to your profile.
Accommodations are available at all stages of the recruitment and selection process to support a barrier-free experience for all candidates in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require any accommodations, please let us know. For more information, you can contact us at hrcity@cityofkingston.ca.
Thank you to everyone who applies. While we value each application, only those advancing in the recruitment process will be contacted. All personal information will be handled in compliance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (MFIPPA).
The City of Kingston may utilize artificial intelligence (AI) assisted tools throughout the recruitment process. All final hiring decisions are made by qualified municipal staff.
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