External Posting - applications from approved casual and term ESP employees and external candidates. (Regular (permanent) ESP employees must apply to the Internal posting)

About the OCDSB: The Ottawa-Carleton District School Board is the largest school board in Eastern Ontario and offers students and parents a world of choice for learning. Our nearly 150 schools offer a wide range of programs to promote learning excellence and meet the individual needs of students, parents, and the community at large. Our schools are teaching communities where principals, vice-principals, teachers and support staff nurture student well-being and challenge students to achieve their best.

We are seeking a creative, dynamic, committed professional to join our team:

PLANNER I (GIS)

Location: OCDSB Administration Building; 133 Greenbank Road Nepean

Position Status: Full-time Term Assignment until February 28, 2028.

Hours of Work: Monday to Friday, 35 hours per week

Affiliation: OSSTF District 25 - Educational Support Professionals (ESP)

Salary range: $58,159 to $72,905 (Level 7)

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Manager of Planning, the Planner I - Geographical Information Systems (GIS) implements, tests, coordinates, operates and ensures the ongoing maintenance of the attendance boundary and other planning systems. This position serves as a primary technical liaison with Business and Learning Technology (BLT) staff, the student transportation consortium, school administrators, and software vendors. Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:

- System Implementation & Project Management:



Develop and monitor project schedules, timelines, procedures, and costing for software implementations, major system enhancements, and long-range departmental planning initiatives
- Data Management & System Administration: Collect and prepare geographic and student data for geo-coding, manage system software updates, oversee user security access, and maintain data backup/recovery protocols
- Technical Support & Troubleshooting: Provide direct technical assistance for computerized planning applications, server utilities, and network connectivity in collaboration with Business and Learning Technology (BLT) staff
- Planning Analysis & Reporting: Produce simulation models, statistical reports, and boundary optimization studies to support Ministry requests, capital expenditure forecasts, grant applications, and Board budget or policy revisions
- User Training & Communication: Deliver staff workshops, create system documentation, lead a Staff Users Committee for operational feedback, and handle planning inquiries while maintaining student data privacy.

Qualifications

- Post-secondary certificate in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and a minimum of three (3) years of experience,



preferably within a computerized planning setting. An additional diploma in Business Administration, Urban Planning, Computer Science, or a related field is considered an asset. An equivalent combination of education and experience may also be considered.
- Proficiency in computer-aided planning systems, specifically ArcGIS PRO, attendance boundary applications, server environments, databases, spreadsheets, word processing, and email tools
- Knowledge and understanding of relevant Board policies and procedures;
- Interpersonal and communication (written and verbal) skills to respond to requests, clarify and explain information and provide training to District personnel; Ability to use tact and diplomacy;
- Organization and time management skills required to prioritize and juggle multiple and conflicting demands/priorities and work within set timelines.
- Initiative, judgment and analytical skills are required to complete assignments, troubleshoot problems and make recommendations.
- Research skills to locate and retrieve resources and information, review and evaluate systems/software.
- Project management skills required for developing, monitoring and completing project schedules within established timelines, and when organizing staff training activities.
- Ability to learn new materials, keep abreast of current developments.
- Ability to work independently, with minimum supervision, and in a team environment.

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