Lands Data Technician (2 Positions)

Department: Lands

Contract Type: Contract, Seasonal (Approx. 4 months - end of April to end of August)

Work location: Milton, ON L9E 0C6

CH Site: Hilton Falls *Must be willing/able to work at any CH designated area

Posting Start Date: February 3, 2025

Posting End Date: February 28, 2025

Overview

Conservation Halton (CH) stewards and manages thousands of acres of lands from lake to escarpment. These lands include our eight conservation parks along with other natural lands and passive recreation areas that we manage across our jurisdiction.

Our Conservation Area Strategy guides the future management of these lands, including ensuring that publicly accessible spaces are safe, and non-publicly accessible areas are protected for years to come. To support our Conservation Area Strategy's goals and objectives, CH is undertaking a project to gather data on CH-owned lands.

Your Opportunity

Reporting to the Coordinator, Risk & Enforcement, CH is seeking two (2) Lands Data Technicians to collect, organize and process data for CH-owned lands, including details such as: location, access points, parking, interior roads, infrastructure, signs, fencing, encroachments, hazards, trails, and trail markers.

The primary responsibilities of these positions include:

• Support and assist the Coordinator, Risk & Enforcement with planning and implementation of the data collection project
• Complete field data collection of boundaries, infrastructure, and features on CH-owned properties
• Perform daily field and in-office quality assurance and quality control (QAQC) of collected data
• Collaborate with GIS team to reconcile, organize, and process the data collected
• Proactively communicate project progress, challenges and outcomes
• Undertake minor maintenance for each property, which could include but not limited to, removing branches off trails, putting signs back in place, trimming back large branches, picking up garbage, and marking hazards.
• Work in accordance with CH Policies & Procedures and the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulation and all other related manuals
• Other duties as assigned

Your Qualifications

• Working towards a university degree or college diploma in in Geography, Geomatics, or Environmental Studies program, or related field of study
• Experience in, or working knowledge of, map reading, orienteering, air photo interpretation, or GPS
• Use of, or working knowledge of, ArcGIS Survey123 and Field Maps considered an asset
• Experience using basic hand and landscaping tools such as: Hammer, pruning shears, loppers, pole pruners, hand saws.
• Willingness to work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions
• Ability to walk for long periods of time and long distances, including in remote locations with inherent hazards (escarpment edges, uneven terrain, etc.).
• Highly organized and self-motivated with strong time and project management skills
• Quick learner with the ability to problem solve and adapt to changing situations
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Able to work at any CH designated area as required and travel to a site not serviced by public transportation
• A valid Ontario Drivers Licence, minimum Class "G.", with a satisfactory Driver's Abstract is required. *Abstract completed by Conservation Halton.
• Successful candidates must provide own CSA approved safety footwear prior to first day of employment. *Partial reimbursement provided in accordance with the Safety Workwear policy.

Your Reward

• Starting at $21.94 per hour
• Full time hours available (40 hours per week)
• Option of participating in the OMERS defined benefit pension plan, with generous employer-matching
• You will work in an inspiring setting with views of the Niagara Escarpment and no traffic lights for several miles
• You will work with a creative, talented and solutions-focused team
• You will work for an organization that provides flexible work arrangements and places tremendous value on professional development and wellness of its employees
• Free access to Conservation Halton and Conservation Ontario parks
• Discounts on Conservation Halton services, food and merchandise

Our Core Values

Diversity and Inclusion - We endeavor to understand, accept and appreciate the value of our differences and encourage authenticity.

Learning and Innovation - We embrace the need for continuous improvement, the opportunity to learn from others and the benefits of sharing knowledge.

Person-Centered Service - We make people a priority through customer-centred engagement, predictive problem-solving and high-quality service.

Collaboration - We seek out and trust in the skills, expertise and experience of others in order to achieve our common ambition.

Sustainability - We consider the environmental impact of everything we do and always keep future generations in mind when making decisions.

Integrity - We make decisions with accountability, transparency and a strong sense of personal responsibility for our choices and actions.

Resilience - We are positive and proud of our ability to quickly and effectively respond to change.

To Apply

Please email your application to careers@hrca.on.ca by February 28, 2025.

Your application should include:

1. Your resume and cover letter in one pdf document
2. Reference your name and the position title in the subject line
3. In the body of your email, please indicate where you heard about this opportunity

We thank all applicants for their interest however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Conservation Halton will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities.

Pursuant to the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, personal information provided through the recruitment, selection, and onboarding process is collected under the authority of the Conservation Authorities Act R.S.O. 1990, c. C.27, s. 18 (1), as amended, for the purpose of determining eligibility for employment and volunteer positions with Conservation Halton. Personal information is collected and managed in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

Questions about the collection of information can be directed to the Freedom of Information Coordinator, Office of the President & CEO, 2596 Britannia Road West, Burlington, Ontario, L7P 0G3, 905-336-1158 ext. 2236, admin@hrca.on.ca.