University of Guelph Ridgetown Campus

Company Information

Name: ALUS

City: Ontario Province: Ontario

Website: ALUS.ca

Contact: Casey Schelock

Phone: 519-429-0640

Email: jobs@alus.ca

Description

Temporary GIS Technician
Position: GIS Technician
Organization: ALUS Canada—www.alus.ca Location: Anywhere in Ontario. Preference for applicants from Eastern Ontario, but not a requirement.

Type: 16-week temporary full-time contract. May 4, 2026 – Aug 21, 2026.

This position is contingent on receiving funding support from the Canada Summer Jobs program. Applicants must fit the following criteria:

• be between 15 and 30 years of age at the beginning of the employment period.
• be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act for the duration of the employment and
• have a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment and be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations.
You do not need to be in school to apply.

ORGANIZATION DESCRIPTION

ALUS is a national charitable organization that engages farmers and ranchers in creating nature-based solutions on their land to build climate resilience and enhance biodiversity for the benefit of communities and future generations. Governments, businesses and philanthropic foundations can invest strategically in nature & climate solutions to generate positive environmental, economic and social outcomes in the communities where they operate.
ALUS fosters an intrapreneurial, collaborative and inclusive work culture and offers a decentralized work environment to support creativity, innovative thinking and work-life balance.

POSITION OVERVIEW

We are seeking a highly organized, self-motivated GIS Technician to support the compilation, analysis, organization, and visualization of spatial data and related assets. Using ArcGIS or an equivalent Geographical Information Systems (GIS), this individual will create maps, develop spatial databases, and compile and align internal and external datasets to enhance the value of ALUS’s data for informed decision-making at both national and community levels. The ideal candidate is proactive, works well independently, and consistently follows through to advance tasks reliably.
This is a unique chance to join a growing national organization and make a meaningful and tangible contribution to the fight against climate change.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Create and maintain GIS databases, data layers, and metadata to inform project outcomes and ensure accuracy and consistency
• Perform GIS quality control on shapefiles and satellite/drone imagery to identify data issues, correct errors, fill in missing attributes, and ensure the overall accuracy and consistency of geospatial datasets
• Perform a range of spatial analyses- including spatial overlays, buffer analyses, land-cover classification, and habitat connectivity modelling - and fully document methods and workflows to ensure reproducibility and data transparency
• Identify standardized external datasets suitable for integration into the ALUS database to enhance data quality, usability, and consistency
• Support the review and integration of field-collected data, remote sensing, and partner datasets into the ALUS geodatabase
• Produce visually compelling maps, figures, and spatial summaries for reports, presentations, funding proposals, communications, and storytelling initiatives
• Draft mapping guidelines and standards to ensure consistency and alignment with ALUS branding guidelines across all geospatial outputs
• Develop a GIS library of quick-reference overlays to streamline map development
• Support the development of a GIS Strategy

SKILLS, ATTRIBUTES AND EXPERIENCE

• At least one year work experience with ESRI GIS software (ArcGIS Pro)
• Experience with ArcGIS Online, including publishing services, creating online mapping products (storymaps, dashboards, web apps), and using integrated products such as Survey123 and ESRI Field Maps
• Ability to create, update, manipulate, analyze, and document spatial and non-spatial data
• Knowledge of and proficiency with ESRI geoprocessing tools and basic spatial analysis methodology
• Knowledge of, and experience in, environmental monitoring or conservation.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT AND COMPENSATION

• You will report to and work collaboratively with ALUS’ Director of Data and Analytics.
• Normal working hours are Monday to Friday; 35 hours per week.
• You will be paid at an hourly rate of $22.50/hour.
• ALUS Canada does not have a centralized office space; The person will work from a home office, which may be located anywhere in Ontario with reliable access to high-speed internet and a safe, ergonomic, and private workspace. Preference may be given to applicants working from Eastern Ontario.

• Some travel may be required to attend field visits, events, and in-person team meetings.
• Possible opportunity to attend ALUS’ National Field Conference in Steinbach MB in July.

COMMITMENT TO EQUAL OPPORTUNITY At ALUS, we strive to create a welcoming, safe and respectful workplace where people of all experiences and backgrounds can thrive and reach their full potential. Our Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) principles are reflected in our human resources practices, communications, programs and partnerships.
ALUS believes that all people are entitled to equal employment opportunity. It is the policy of ALUS that all personnel actions including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, compensation, benefits, transfers, layoffs, and terminations will be taken without regard to race, age, religion, marital status, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, ancestry, sexual orientation, or any other class protected by law. ALUS is committed to maintaining a work environment that is free of discrimination based upon any of these factors.
We invite applicants to request accommodation, as required, throughout the application and hiring process.

How to Apply

• Please submit your resume and cover letter in PDF Format, as one document with your name in the title, by email to jobs@alus.ca be 5pm ET Friday March 13, 2026. Please include “GIS Technician” in the subject line.
• Due to the volume of applications, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
• References will be requested at a later date.

Hours: Full time

Deadline: Mar 13,2026

Posted: Mar 4, 2026