GIS Web Mapping Instructor: Competition #214
An Internal/External Posting in the SCFA Employee Group.
Castlegar
Posted:
Wednesday, November 28, 2018
Closes: Wednesday, December 05, 2018
The School of Environment and Geomatics is seeking an instructor to teach in the Geographic Information System (GIS) program. Under the supervision of the School Chair, the successful applicant will have the education and experience to provide instruction in the following course: GIS 325 Internet Mapping.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
- Develop and deliver teaching strategies and assessments that meet course outcomes
- Provide instruction to students
- Provide constructive and meaningful feedback to students
- Participate in school and program meetings for all relevant schools
- Develop curriculum according to Selkirk College policy and procedures
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
- Strong understanding of web mapping practices and methods, including thick and thin clients, web service architecture, and software stacks
- Experience with free web mapping tools such as Google Maps
- Experience with ArcGIS Online, WebApp Builder for ArcGIS and Esri Story Maps
- Experience with ArcGIS Server, including authoring map and geoprocessing services in ArcMap, publishing dynamic and tile services, and consuming services in web applications
- Experience using REST endpoints in web apps; experience using JavaScript to customize web applications
- Experience with ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS Portal, and ArcGIS Data Store would be an asset
- Share Selkirk’s student-centered values and mission “to inspire lifelong learning, transform lives through education and training, serve our communities”
- Demonstrated ability to work with students with diverse backgrounds and academic abilities
- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills; excellent interpersonal and communication skills (both orally and in writing)
- Strong competencies in working independently and as part of a team
Education and Experience
- Master's degree in Geomatics, Computer Science or related field
- Two to three years teaching experience in a post-secondary environment
- Industry GIS experience is desired
- Applicants with lesser education or experience may be considered for all or some of the available position
This is a 19% short-term position commencing December 22, 2018 and ending April 26, 2019, with the possibility of additional work during the 2018/19 academic year. Salary and benefits are in accordance with the Selkirk College Faculty Association Collective Agreement. The salary range is $2,194.04 - $3,525.58 bi-weekly (at 100% appointment) and is based on qualifications and experience.
Selkirk College appreciates the interest of all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Interested and qualified applicants are invited to email their chronological resume (along with cover letter, work references and supporting documentation including diplomas and transcripts) no later than 4:00 pm on the closing date to . The personal information provided by applicants is collected pursuant to Sections 26 and 27 of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA). The required personal information is collected for the purposes of supporting and evaluating your application for employment with Selkirk College and for aggregate statistical purposes. The personal information will be used, retained and only disclosed by Selkirk in accordance with FIPPA. The information is related directly to and needed by Selkirk to initiate the employment application process. The information will be used to contact references supplied by you, evaluate your qualifications, and complete the employment process by making a hiring decision.
Selkirk College is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace that empowers all employees to reach their full potential and where each member of the college community shares a responsibility for developing and maintaining a healthy work environment in which differences are valued. The college welcomes applications from persons with disabilities, visible minorities, and Aboriginal people. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.
All résumés must be submitted via email.
This posting closes on Wednesday, December 05, 2018.