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Position: Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Coordinator
Type: age 30 & under / summer
Organization: Swim Drink Fish
Location: Ideally located in Toronto, Kingston, or elsewhere on the Great Lakes. For the right candidate we *may* consider a different location.

• Position Type: 24-week contract, 30 hours/week. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required. One position available.
• Wage Range: $21/hr
• Start Date: May 05th

Do you want to make a positive impact in your community?

Are you excited about working towards swimmable, drinkable, fishable waters for everyone?

About Swim Drink Fish

Swim Drink Fish Canada is a charity dedicated to ensuring swimmable, drinkable, fishable water for everyone. By using community science and storytelling, we inspire millions of people to know and safeguard their waters. We have teams across Canada.

Swim Drink Fish is always looking to grow its movement of passionate water stewards. We need someone to help us manage our Swim Guide app and the data and information for more than 8,000 beaches in 11 countries.

Swim Drink Fish is a Great Place to Work

• You get to make a meaningful, positive impact on the environment
• You get to work with an extremely talented team who you can learn from and lean on
• We are committed to your professional development
• We value your creativity!
• We value your input, and we want to know what you think.

Swim Drink Fish is an equal opportunity employer; we are committed to having a skilled and diversified workforce. Indigenous Peoples, members of a visible minority group, 2SLGBTQ+ persons, and people from other historically marginalized backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Job Description

The GIS Coordinator will work with our Technology team to support Swim Drink Fish's mission by creating and maintaining geospatial data and web mapping applications. This internship will provide hands-on experience in GIS, web mapping, and data visualization. You will report to our Manager of Technology and Innovation and work alongside other staff and volunteers. We work as a team and are always willing to help each other.

This is primarily a work-from-home position. Reliable internet access is important.

Here’s what you need to do…

• Create and maintain interactive web maps using ESRI ArcGIS Online to visualize spatial data related to water quality, pollution, and other environmental issues.
• Design and implement user-friendly web map interfaces, including custom basemaps, legends, and interactive elements.
• Integrate data from various sources, such as GIS databases, spreadsheets, and real-time sensors, into web maps.
• Develop and maintain GIS-based impact tracking systems to monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of Swim Drink Fish's programs and initiatives.
• Collect and analyze data on project outcomes, such as water quality improvements, community engagement, and policy changes.
• Visualize impact data using maps, charts, and other data visualization techniques.
• Collaborate with the Storytelling department to create engaging and informative StoryMaps that highlight Swim Drink Fish's work.
• Clean, process, and analyze geospatial data using GIS software.
• Create and maintain geodatabases to store and manage spatial data.
• Perform spatial analysis tasks, such as buffer analysis, overlay analysis, and network analysis.
• Assist with Swim Drink Fish outreach and engagement events
• Assist with other Swim Drink Fish initiatives as required

Here’s what you need to have…

• Excellent social and communication skills
• A passion for water stewardship and conservation
• Strong GIS skills, including experience with ESRI ArcGIS Online and ArcGIS Pro.
• Proficiency in data analysis and visualization techniques.
• Attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Bonus points if you…

• Love data and spreadsheets
• Are willing to share any maps you are particularly proud of
• Love helping people take long walks on the beach
• Know (or have now googled) what Beach Action Values (BAVs) are
• Love the water!

Important Note: Donʼt meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and racialized people of every gender are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Swim Drink Fish, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you have some of these qualities and believe this is the position that will make you excited to come to work every day, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the person we are looking for!

How To Apply

Email the following information in one attachment to Megan (she/her) at megancoad@swimdrinkfish.ca with the subject “GIS Coordinator - Your Name”.

• Cover letter, highlighting why you best fit this position.
• Resumé, highlighting relevant experience, skills, and training related to the position.
• Include the names and contact information for three references.

Please mention you saw this at GoodWork.ca.

Application deadline is 12:00 pm EST on Tuesday, April 4, 2025.

**If you are a person with a disability and require assistance during the application process, please don't hesitate to reach out! We encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including those with disabilities. If you require accommodation, please let us know, and we will work with you to meet your needs.

This position is subject to funding by the Canada Summer Jobs program, which requires the candidate to:

• Be between 15 and 30 years of age at the start of employment;
• Be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person with refugee protection;
• Have a valid Social Insurance Number and be legally entitled to work in Canada.

*Applicants must be legally permitted to work in Canada.

Swim Drink Fish Canada is committed to having a skilled, diversified workforce reflective of our community, and to the equitable representation of women, Indigenous peoples, LGBTQ2+ individuals, and members of visible minority groups.

Sorry, but we can only respond to those candidates selected for an interview.