Parking Technologist (GIS)

Position Details

• Job Title: Parking Technologist (GIS)
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Contract Type: Temporary
• Hours of Work: 35 hrs/wk
• Hourly Rate: $30.11 - $38.52/Hour
• Department: Licensing & Enforcement
• Closing Date: September 17, 2026
• Location: Kingston

The Role

Reporting to the Supervisor, Parking Operations, the Parking Technologist (GIS) is responsible for the development, management, and analysis of the City’s spatial parking data environment. The role leads the integration of GIS, parking system data, financial data, and utilization studies to support evidence-based decision making for parking operations, pricing strategy, supply planning, and transportation demand initiatives.

This position functions as the subject matter expert for GIS and data analytics within Parking Operations and provides analytical support to Licensing & Enforcement Services.

Meet your department

We manage Kingston’s parking system, offering daily and short-term parking along with permits for commuters, residents, contractors, and accessible parking. Our team oversees over 4,100 spaces in lots, garages, and on-street locations, provides rentals for events, and adapts regulations and signage to meet the city’s evolving needs.

What you'll do

• Develop, manage and maintain the City’s parking geodatabase, spatial inventories, and GIS mapping environment for all on-street and off-street parking assets
• Integrate data from parking technologies (meters, pay & display, pay on foot, mobile payment platforms) into GIS and analytical systems
• Maintain and enhance databases associated with parking assets and transactions
• Provide technical expertise for mapping projects, data visualization, and system improvements
• Prepare and conduct utilization studies and customer surveys
• Design and conduct spatial utilization studies, demand analysis, and parking displacement analysis using GIS tools
• Prepare regular statistical and financial reports
• Collect, collate and analyze data from databases, studies, surveys as well as best practices and prepare reports summarizing findings and recommendations to assist with parking planning, including impacts of parking displacement, expanding locations of paid parking and parking replacement strategies
• Create and maintain parking sign inventories
• Maintain and plan programming activities for parking systems
• Serve as the GIS liaison between Parking Operations and Corporate GIS/Planning teams
• Other duties as assigned

To qualify, you'll need

• 3 year diploma/degree in GIS, Geometrics, Geography, Applied Science and Technology, or equivalent
• Minimum two (2) years' experience working in a GIS-driven analytical environment, preferably within municipal or public sector operations
• Demonstrated experience managing spatial data, geodatabases, and performing analysis using ESRI, ArcGIS Pro online/Enterprise
• Experience integrating multiple data sources into GIS and analytical tools for reporting and decision support
• Experience in parking operations, transportation planning, or municipal asset management is considered an asset
• Must demonstrate corporate values of Belonging, Collaboration, Accountability, and Innovation
• Superior research and analytical skills
• Strong planning, multi-tasking, organizing, prioritizing and time management skills
• Excellent communication (written and verbal) with the ability to present ideas and reports in a variety of settings
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a proven ability to collaborate with others in a team environment
• Recent and relevant experience with the Esri ArcGIS software suite including ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online/Portal, ArcGIS Geodatabases and experience coordinating/managing mapping projects
• Recent and relevant experience with relational databases (Oracle, MS-SQL) and modern programming languages/tools (such as Python, Arcade, SQL, JavaScript)
• Demonstrated excellent project management skills
• Proficient with MS Office programs including Access and Excel, Adobe Pro/Corel Draw
• Able to perform the essential duties of the job such as walking, standing for long periods of time
• Must possess and maintain a valid class “G” license
• Required to obtain and maintain a satisfactory Criminal Record Check (CPIC)

Why us

Join a team that’s building more than a city - we’re building a community where people thrive. At the City of Kingston, your work has real impact: safer streets, greener spaces, inclusive experiences, innovative transit, creative public spaces, and brighter futures for all.

We’re more than just a municipal government - we’re a team of problem-solvers, innovators, and community-builders who take pride in shaping the place we call home. As an employer, we’re committed to your growth, your well-being, and creating an environment where every voice counts. Your career is more than a job - it’s where your impact begins.

Why you’ll love it here

We provide our employees with a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package, which may include extended health coverage, travel and life insurance, and long-term disability. Specific benefits can vary depending on your role and terms of employment.

In addition, employees may enjoy access to:

• OMERS defined pension plan
• Vacation entitlements
• Employee wellness and assistance programs and resources
• Ongoing training and education opportunities
• Flexible work arrangements
• Corporate perks such as discounted transit and fitness passes
• Learning & development resources and networks
• Relocation assistance and local resources

How to apply

Submit your online application by 11:59 PM on the job posting closing date. Click the 'APPLY HERE' button to complete your application.

Applicants must demonstrate in their submission how they meet the minimum education and experience requirements of the position.