GIS Programmer Analyst

Job Responsibility:

Programmer Analyst

Department: Treasury Board Secretariat Location: Charlottetown Position: Full-Time 100% Position (Commencing Immediately) Employment Type: Classified (Permanent) - UPSE

Hourly Salary Range: $33.91 - $42.37 Annual Salary Range: $66,125 - $82,622 Pay Level: 17

Bi-Weekly Hours: 75.0 hours bi-weekly Posting ID: 163294-0624TBPO Closing Date: Friday, June 28, 2024 4:00pm Open to: Public

The Department of Finance is committed to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Accessibility. Our goal is to build a public sector workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve and to promote welcoming, diverse, inclusive, respectful workplaces that are accessible to all. We welcome all interested individuals including Indigenous People, persons with disabilities, Black, racialized, ethnic and culturally diverse groups, as well as people regardless of their sexual orientation, gender identities, and gender expressions. Those looking for more information are invited to visit our Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Policy.

What we offer:

• Flexible working hours
• Hybrid options within PEI
• Health and dental benefits
• Pension Plan
• Up to $2,500 annual training funds
• 3 weeks paid vacation annually

Our Vision: Forward-looking people, service, and technology.

Our Mission: Our Team proudly delivers quality IT expertise and advice with our partners to make citizen and business-centric service possible.

Working independently while providing high level technical expertise in the development of computer applications with an emphasis on Geographic Information Systems. Provide Analytical programming for the development, delivery and implementation of GIS computer applications.

Duties will include but are not limited to:

• Construct and execute unit, load and performance tests;
• Work with business to iterate over software requirements;
• Modify existing code or create new programs in accordance with the approved design specifications, best coding practices, technical guidelines and using experience to ensure high quality and performance of the resulting module(s);
• Analyze and evaluate impact of application modifications or enhancements;
• Design unit tests, load tests, & performance tests;
• Ensure code written is thoroughly tested by following testing best practices including the use of unit testing, system testing, and performance testing;
• Mentor junior team members construct and complete moderately complicated programs and test plans;
• Participate in team meetings and stand-ups;
• Collaborate with team on standards and best practices in evaluating current systems and making decisions on future development;
• Perform code deployment process, ensuring sufficient testing automation, defect tracking;
• Diagnose and troubleshoot problems with new and existing applications;
• Other related duties.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must have a degree or related two-year IT diploma from a recognized College or University with course work on GIS programming and application development;
• Demonstrated equivalencies will be considered;
• Extensive experience in the IT field demonstrating an advancement in a variety of roles for two-year IT diploma candidates;
• Considerable experience in the IT field demonstrating an advancement in a variety of roles for those with a University Degree with GIS component and demonstrating an advancement in variety of roles;
• Technical expertise in the development of computer applications with an emphasis on Geographic Information Systems;
• Applicants must have a good previous work and attendance record;
• The successful applicant must provide a satisfactory Criminal Records Check prior to beginning employment.

Other Qualifications:

• Some experience in the following is considered an asset:
• Ensuring design and architecture is following established specifications;
• Ensuring best coding practices are followed; review and evaluate metrics and implement corrective actions if required;
• Validating troubleshooting and root cause analysis to solve existing and prevent problems in an integrated environment.
• Experience with the following is considered an asset:
• Source control management systems and continuous integration/deployment environments;
• Working with Government organizations.
• Considerable experience in the following is considered an asset:
• Evaluating risks and predicting potential problems;
• Understanding and contributing to the technical solution from design through to code level;
• Load testing, load balancing, performance test, automated testing;
• Some existing and emerging software development tools, frameworks and languages;
• Working with databases and data modeling.
• Skills and Abilities:
• Strong critical reasoning skills;
• Knowledge of operating systems and platforms, security and networking;
• Experience in supervising and mentoring teams;
• Strong written and verbal communication skills;
• Strong initiative to find ways to improve solutions, systems, and processes.

Please Note: Preference will be given to UPSE Civil employees as per the UPSE Civil Collective Agreement.

This competition may be used to fill future job vacancies.

Please Note: Please ensure the application clearly demonstrates how you meet the noted qualifications as applicants will be screened based on the information provided.

We would like to thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those who are selected for an interview will be contacted. Where possible, submitting an electronic resume or job application is preferred. Otherwise, please return forms to PEI Public Service Commission, P.O. Box 2000, Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, C1A 7N8. Applications may be sent by fax to View phone number on ca.edajobs.com. IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE APPLICANT TO CONFIRM RECEIPT OF THE APPLICATION, BY TELEPHONE OR IN PERSON PRIOR TO THE CLOSING DATE. Please ensure that the appropriate Posting ID number is stated on all application forms. You can apply online or obtain an application form by visiting our web site at . Forms may also be obtained by contacting any PEI Government office, ACCESS PEI Centre, Regional Services Centre, or by telephone View phone number on ca.edajobs.com.

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Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $66,125.00-$82,622.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Flexible schedule
• Language training provided
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Vision care
• Wellness program
• Work from home

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person