Faculty, Geographic Information Systems

mainContent"> Faculty, Geographic Information Systems Bookmark this Posting Print Preview | Apply for this Job Position Details Position Information Position Title Faculty, Geographic Information Systems Who We Are At BCIT , putting people at the core of everything we do is paramount. This idea is the foundation of BCIT’s People Vision , which describes the Institute’s goals and priorities in respect to our people. In a complex and uncertain world, it’s vital our people feel valued, supported and connected. BCIT champions a culture of innovation and global progress through people’s imagination and creativity. With a competitive compensation package, great work-life balance, and career advancement opportunities, see why we’ve earned the title of one of BC’s Top Employers for over ten years running. Position Summary BCIT’s School of Construction and the Environment is seeking a regular, full-time (1.0 FTE ) Faculty, Geographic Information Systems to deliver a variety of courses in the GIS advanced diploma and degree programs. The successful candidate will be expected to teach courses in fundamentals and advanced topics in GIS , databases, spatial systems management, remote sensing, and programming to students in the full-time programs. The GIS department also offers an active slate of flexible learning (part-time studies) courses. The successful candidate must have strong communication and interpersonal skills to prepare students for an exciting career in GIS . Duties & Responsibilities DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES : The position involves delivering lectures, assignments and exams, and supervising student projects and practicums. There may also be non-instructional departmental responsibilities assigned as part of the full-time workload. Success of the GIS program is achieved through the faculty’s excellence in instruction, close ties with industry, and mentoring and motivating of the students to succeed. Graduates of both the diploma and degree programs find employment in a wide range of fields in both the public and private sectors. Qualifications QUALIFICATIONS : Graduated from a formal post-secondary education program in GIS or equivalent Experience in teaching GIS at the post-secondary level would be an asset Demonstrated ability in providing training would be an asset Minimum of 5 years’ GIS industry experience Experience managing GIS project implementations would be an asset Ability to teach in-person and online Strong working knowledge of latest version of ESRI Suite (ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online) software including multiple extensions Working knowledge of Python programming in a GIS environment – ArcGIS API for Python Thorough knowledge of GIS theory and applications, programming logic, and database principles Knowledge of FME , AutoCAD, and remote sensing tools Demonstrable skills in spatial data management and analysis Experience with open source GIS software is an asset Adaptable to changing course content Excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills Proven ability to problem solve Comfortable working independently with minimal supervision and in a team environment Additional Information Benefits – Why you’d love working with us Competitive pay Minimum of twenty-five days of vacation (or more, depending on your position ) Competitive employer-paid extended health and dental plan – take a look at our benefit plans ! Defined benefit pension plan with employer contributions Professional Development funds and resources Access to most BCIT Flexible Learning courses free of charge Wellness and Employee Assistance programs Complimentary membership with free access to the Fitness Centre, Gymnasium, and more Eligibility requirements apply, benefits may vary depending on the employee group the position belongs to and whether the position offered is temporary or part-time. For more information on our generous benefits, click here ! BCIT is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion and to promoting opportunities in hiring individuals who have been historically underrepresented in our workforce, BCIT , and the larger community. We strongly encourage Indigenous Peoples, women, racialized persons, persons with disabilities and those who identify as 2S/LGBTQIA+ to apply. While all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. Accessibility is an integral part of BCIT’s commitment to equity and inclusion. If you require an accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, please Contact us using our contact form . Please note that all applications must be submitted via the careers page portal. Applications submitted through the contact form will not be accepted . For additional information, please visit our frequently asked questions (FAQs) page and learn more about how we hire . The British Columbia Institute of Technology acknowledges that our campuses are located on the unceded traditional territories of the Coast Salish Nations of xwməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səl̓ilwətaɁɬ (Tsleil-Waututh). Salary Range Salary Range: $69,006 - $120,460 per annum. Additional Salary Information Salary prorated based on percentage and term of appointment. Salary based on education, experience and placement criteria as outlined in the Collective Agreement. Position Details Posting Category Faculty Department 2 Eng and Geospatial Technologies Campus Location Burnaby campus Bargaining Unit BCIT Faculty and Staff Association (FSA) Job Status Regular Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time Number of Vacancies 1.0 Anticipated Start Date 12/07/2026 Anticipated End Date Competition Information Competition Number 26FSA114 Competition Open Date 10/10/2026 Competition Close Date Open Until Filled? Yes Quicklink for Posting https://careers.bcit.ca/postings/10728 Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * What is the highest level of education attained? Successful candidates will be required to submit official transcript(s) from the granting institution for verification. GED High School Diploma Certificate Diploma Associates Degree Bachelors Degree Masters Degree PHD * How many years of experience do you have in this type of position? 0-1 1-2 3-5 6-9 10+ * Where a successful applicant places within the salary range is dependent on education, experience, and placement criteria as outlined in the Collective Agreement. Are you satisfied with being placed on this range? Yes No * All positions at BCIT require on campus presence at the applicable campus location(s). This means the successful candidate must be able to and willing to relocate to the Lower Mainland. Please select from the following that best describes your situation: I currently reside in the Lower Mainland I do not currently reside in the Lower Mainland, however I am willing and able to relocate if found to be the successful candidate I do not currently reside in the Lower Mainland and I am unwilling to relocate Documents Needed to Apply Required Documents Resume Cover Letter Optional Documents Contact 3700 Willingdon Avenue Burnaby, British Columbia Canada V5G 3H2 bcit.ca Telephone: 604-434-5734 Toll-free (Can/US): 1-866-434-1610 Contact BCIT Human Resources Have a question? Contact us . bcit.ca/hr To ensure the security of your data, you will be logged out due to inactivity in 3 minutes at . Any data not saved will be lost. Click 'OK' to keep your session active.

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