GIS Analyst - Planning Department - Education Centre at Rocky View Schools

Company Overview

As a rapidly growing school division in Alberta, Rocky View Schools (RVS) supports the educational needs of more than 29,000 students from Kindergarten to Grade 12 in 53 schools to ensure they learn, belong and succeed.

RVS is situated on the traditional territories of the Treaty 7 region of Southern Alberta including the Siksikaitsitapi (Siksika, Kainai, Piikani, Amskapi Pikuni), the Tsuut’ina, the Îyâxe Nakoda Nations (Bearspaw, Chiniki, Goodstoney), and the Rocky View Métis District.

Our team is committed to creating positive, safe and inclusive environments for students to learn and for staff to work together. RVS encourages applications from individuals who can help shape and embody our core values of Leadership, People, Community and Innovation, and support our vision that RVS is a world-class learning organization where all students achieve their absolute best.

The Opportunity

RVS invites applications for a full-time (35 hrs/wk) Geographic Information System (GIS) Analyst position starting January 5, 2026. Reporting to the Manager of Planning & Capital Projects, the GIS Analyst is responsible for the creation, acquisition, and maintenance of all relevant data necessary for the support of data driven decision making for RVS. This includes but not limited to Planning, Transportation, Maintenance, Information Technology Services, Communications and Engagement, and Schools. This position is located at the Education Centre in Airdrie, Alberta.

Responsibilities Include

• Lead process development and procedures for the management of geographic data and reporting products
• Create maps, tables, charts, and other media to communicate results, support public engagement and student accommodation sessions as required
• Produce Division wide large-format, Education Centre, and Transportation maps as required
• Geo-code student addresses for Student Transportation and Planning purposes
• Review and interpret legal land descriptions, including Plan Block Lot and Alberta Township Systems, to accurately define and maintain boundaries of schools and the Division
• Update maps to match the municipal development
• Develop and maintain time-series data for students' residence and enrolment as well as school's status, programming, capacity and utilization, including area-based summaries of time-series data
• Develop and maintain web maps and web-mapping applications for sharing data and insights
• Obtain necessary data and provide maps and data analysis to address project requirements
• Support preparation of short and long-term division plans
• Develop and maintain tools to streamline data management, manipulation, and analysis
• Act as point of contact with other Municipalities or School Divisions so as to acquire and build on necessary spatial data including but not limited to road centerlines, address points, developmental trends, and municipal boundaries
• Recommend improvements to Divisional Processes including integration/collaboration of GIS with other departments
• Demonstrates and models a genuine appreciation for, and understanding of, protocol, discretion, and professionalism in RVS
• Embraces and models the use of contemporary and emerging technologies within RVS
• Engages in professional development on an ongoing basis

Knowledge and Skills

• Strong technical skills including demonstrated experience in ArcGIS or other GIS system
• Proven ability to establish collaborative working relationships with internal and external clients
• Strong critical thinking, analytical reasoning, and attention to detail
• Excellent written communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organization, prioritization, and time management skills
• Ability to successfully work in a team environment as well as independently with minimal supervision
• Working knowledge of Auto-Cad software and/or Adobe Creative suite is considered an asset
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and web-based applications

Education/Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in GIS or related field
• 6 or more years’ experience in a GIS Analyst position or a similar role
• Previous experience analyzing statistical information and public engagement techniques
• Previous experience within a school division or a municipality is considered an asset
• An equivalent combination of Education and Experience may be considered

Rocky View Schools Benefits

• 3 weeks Vacation pro-rated based on start date
• 11 Earned Days pro-rated based on start date
• Hybrid (one day a week, working remotely) with Supervisor approval
• Benefits Plan (Extended health, Dental, Wellness& Health Spending Account, Tax Free Savings Account and Registered Retirement Savings Plan)
• Defined Pension Plan
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Free parking

Pre-Employment Requirements

• The successful candidate must submit a current Criminal Record with Vulnerable Sector Check within 30 days of the start of your employment.
• Proof of qualifications/education as required by the position.
• Applicants must provide a professional letter of reference, attached to the job application, from their most recent supervisor, relevant to the job opportunity, written on company letterhead, signed and dated within the past 18 months; or a list of updated references of a current/recent supervisor on your application.

How to Apply

We request all applications be placed through . Applications must include your cover letter, resume and contact information of three professional references.

Please submit your application by December 10, 2025, at 4:30 pm MST quoting job code #3995864.

Rocky View Schools

Human Resources

We appreciate and consider all applications; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Applicants may be contacted via email or by phone for an interview. Please ensure your online profile information is up to date so there is no delay in contacting you.