GIS Drainage Summer Student (SS.26.10)

Position Description:

Reporting to the Drainage Superintendents, the incumbent will be expected to assist in the development and maintenance of the County’s GIS System, including elements to monitor and assess information related to the Engineering Department, including:

• Assist in creating new data layers for the County GIS and inputting data.
• Assist with creating, digitizing, scanning, and/or printing maps.
• Assist in the updating and maintenance of existing data.
• Assist in the collection of data and mapping of municipal infrastructure.
• Assist in analyzing collected data and querying specific data from the County’s GIS.
• Assist in surveying or inspecting municipal construction or maintenance projects.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• University or college student enrolled in a discipline related to Planning, Engineering or Geography, including courses of study in GIS.
• Computer expertise with preference given to students with advanced knowledge in engineering specific programs such as AutoCAD, ArcGIS, ArcOnline, Collector for ArcGIS, Access, as well as standard corporate software (Microsoft Office).
• Must possess a valid Class G Driver’s License.
• Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act.
• Good time management, interpersonal, communication and problem solving skills.
• Understanding of basic land surveying principles would be considered an asset.

Note:

Employment is conditional upon: attendance at all training sessions, submission of required documentation/certification, adherence to the minimum age requirements and ability to meet the employment term.

At time of application must be enrolled in a post-secondary education institution or institution of higher learning.

Applicants must submit a criminal record check (dated within the last 3 months) from their local police service for approval prior to commencing employment.

Interviews:

Interviews will be held in the month of February 2026.

Benefits

Posting #: SS.26.10

Position: GIS Drainage Student

Division: Public Works

Department: Environmental Services

Number of Vacancies: 1

Rate: $19.36 per hour

Location: 12 Gilbertson Drive Simcoe, ON

Hours: 40 hours per week

Posting Period: December 1, 2025 – January 31, 2026

Duration:

The duration of this contract will be approximately 4 months.  Applicants are expected to fulfill the entire contract period commencing April 29, 2026, until September 4, 2026.

Please note: No two applicants can have the same e-mail address attached to their profile. Please ensure when applying to positions you provide a unique e-mail address associated with your own profile.

How to Apply:

• Ensure the file extension for your resume document is .doc, .docx or .pdf
• If you are electing to include a cover letter, the cover letter and resume must be sent as 1 file.

Find out more information about Norfolk County here: Employment at Norfolk County - NorfolkCounty.ca

The Corporation of Norfolk County is an equal opportunity employer. Accessibility accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.

Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those to be interviewed will be contacted.