POSITION SUMMARY
The Surveying and Mapping Unit provides official municipal surveying and mapping services to support the City’s planning, development, and infrastructure activities, enabling the successful execution of City-led construction projects.
The incumbent is responsible for the analysis, compilation, interpretation, and creation of official survey plans and mapping products. This includes addressing complex issues such as property rights—including dominant and servient interests—geodetic control, digital mapping data, and official retracement survey principles—to prepare land survey plans, geographic base maps, sketches, and drawings, ensuring compliance with relevant provincial laws and regulations. The position requires the use of advanced interactive computer software to produce these deliverables.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Completion of a three-year college program in geomatics or a related field, with a focus on official surveying
Minimum of four (4) years of experience compiling survey and mapping data
CERTIFICATIONS AND ACCREDITATIONS
Certification as a Surveying Technologist by the Association of Ontario Land Surveyors (AOLS) is an asset
KNOWLEDGE
Ontario laws and regulations related to surveying and plans
Ontario Land Registry System
Ontario Cadastral Survey Matrix
Interactive graphics hardware and software
Coordinate Geometry (COGO) software
Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software
Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite
Current GIS and remote sensing technologies
Digital mapping methods and techniques
Survey calculations
Coordinate systems and datums
Knowledge of relevant health and safety legislation, including worker rights and responsibilities
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Ability to compile and produce digital maps, plans, and sketches using CAD software
Proficiency in using interactive graphics workstations
Ability to operate automated plotters and computer peripherals
Skill in compiling and evaluating survey observations
Competency in applying complex mathematical equations
Ability to analyze deeds, easements, rights-of-way, and property information, and integrate them into plans
Ability to understand software packages and their user manuals
Knowledge of data management best practices to ensure proper inventory and archival of final products
Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy
Diplomacy, initiative, and reliability
Analytical thinking with a strong commitment to precision
Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team
Participation in team meetings to share best practices and ensure consistency in project deliverables
Capacity to mentor and provide on-the-job training to junior team members
Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors to resolve official survey issues
Essential Behaviors
Essential behaviors define the expected conduct of City employees in carrying out their duties. They reflect the City’s culture and values and guide all current and future activities. All employees are encouraged to learn, embody, and demonstrate these essential behaviors.
Review the Essential Behaviors (https://jobs-emplois.ottawa.ca/city-jobs/content/Essential-Behaviors/?locale=en_CA).
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
Language Requirements: Proficiency in spoken, read, and written English
Salary Progression: New hires may start at 95% of the initial salary rate, in accordance with the collective agreement
Alternative Qualifications: Relevant experience and recognized education, supported by a service record showing satisfactory performance and demonstrated aptitude, may be considered in lieu of formal education requirements
Job Posting Retention: Please retain a copy of this job posting; it will not be available after the closing date
We thank all applicants for their interest and effort in this selection process; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
The City of Ottawa promotes diversity and inclusion and complies with the Canadian Human Rights Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. We encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, Black and other racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women, and non-binary individuals, as well as people of all ethnic origins, religions, sexual orientations, classes, gender identities, and expressions.
Applicants are encouraged to self-identify as members of one or more employment equity groups in the self-identification questions.
The City of Ottawa provides accommodation measures throughout the hiring process, upon request. If contacted for an interview, please advise us of any accommodation needs.
Accessible formats and communication supports are available upon request. Please contact the Employee Service Centre at 613-580-2424, ext. 12211, or email
[email protected] (mailto:
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EMPLOYMENT DETAILS
Job ID: 23790
Department: General Directorate of Planning, Development & Building
Unit: Rights-of-Way, Heritage & Urban Design Services
Position Type: Temporary Full-Time – Up to 18 months
Work Schedule: 35 hours/week
Union: CUPE 503 – In/Out/NS Sal & Wage
Salary Range: $66,686.62 – $78,027.04 per year (2024 rate)
Location: 100 Constellation Drive
Job Category: Planning & Infrastructure
Application Deadline: October 23, 2026
Note: In this notice, the masculine form is used in a neutral, inclusive sense.