Geospatial Analyst Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Are you someone who sees the world in layers-of data, design, and discovery? Do you enjoy transforming information into robust planning, infrastructure, and public service tools? El Paso County is seeking a talented Geospatial Professional to join our Department of Public Works team and help build smarter, more connected communities through innovative GIS and asset management.

This is a career progression opportunity, with openings at the Associate, Analyst, and Senior Analyst levels. Whether you're just starting your geospatial journey or are a seasoned GIS pro, there’s a place for you here to grow and make an impact.

• As part of the Geospatial Analyst team, you’ll be key in maintaining and analyzing asset data for transportation systems, public infrastructure, and County resources. You’ll support everything from road maintenance planning and crash data analysis to field data collection and custom map development.
• Your work will support day-to-day operations, long-term infrastructure planning, and innovative solutions that make our county run more efficiently. From scripting and database development to GIS app creation and stakeholder collaboration, your expertise will help power decisions that matter.

• You have strong technical skills in GIS, asset management systems, and data analysis.
• You're fluent in tools like ArcGIS, SQL, Python, ModelBuilder, and GIS dashboards.
• You can turn raw spatial data into actionable insights, maps, and visuals.
• You're a collaborative problem-solver who enjoys working with cross-functional teams.
• You have a passion for public service and building tools that improve communities.
• You're adaptable, self-motivated, and thrive in a fast-paced, detail-driven environment.

• Your Work Has Meaning - Help plan and maintain the infrastructure that residents rely on every day.
• Room to Grow - Our career progression path means your role grows as your skills do.
• Use the Latest Tools - Get hands-on experience with cutting-edge GIS, programming, and asset management systems.
• Collaborate Across Departments - Work closely with engineers, planners, field staff, and local agencies.
• Be Part of a Mission-Driven Team - We’re passionate about service, innovation, and supporting each other.

Full Salary Range: $75,870.00 - $113,760.00 annually

Hiring Range: $80,450.00 - $88,000.00 annually

Full Salary Range: $75,870.00 - $113,760.00 annually

Hiring Range: $80,450.00 - $88,000.00 annually

Full Salary Range: $90,350.00 - $135,520.00 annually

Hiring Range: $95,804.00 - $104,000.00 annually

This position has an anticipated work schedule of Monday - Thursday, 7:00 am - 5:30 pm or Monday - Friday, 7:00 am - 3:30 pm; subject to change.

Please be advised this position may close without advance notice, should we receive a sufficient number of qualified applications.

Assists in the management and maintenance of various Geographical Information System (GIS) related asset datasets stored in a variety of enterprise-level asset databases. Participates in the development of strategic and tactical plans and programs in maximizing El Paso County's transportation infrastructure. Conducts data analysis and provides various deliverables such as reports, maps, and other related documents. This position is part of the Geospatial Analyst career progression series, which includes Associate Geospatial Analyst, Geospatial Analyst, and Senior Geospatial Analyst. An employee is eligible to advance to the next position within the series when the employee has met the criteria for advancement as notated within the job description and has received a recommendation from the Hiring Authority. Employment is subject to the terms, conditions, and policies detailed in the Personnel Policies Manual (PPM). This position requires regular in-person presence as an essential job function.

• Assists in maintaining Department of Public Works (DPW) asset data dictionary standards.
• Creates, maintains, and modifies asset data inventories in various enterprise-level and siloed asset management systems (AMS).
• Prepares geospatial datasets through digitization, data conversion, and manual data entry of electronic and paper-based records into GIS.
• Conducts continuous refinement and quality control of Asset Management data; generates reports and conducts data analysis as needed to arrive at results.
• Utilizes geospatial analysis techniques to provide a better understanding of certain variables in given geographic locations.
• Provides digital and hard copy maps, tabular datasets, reports, graphics, and other asset data products in support of daily operations, planning, engineering, and maintenance operations,
• Creates GIS asset data from coordinate geometry (COGO) legal descriptions.
• Organizes, documents, and provides backup material for a variety of design projects and engineering studies.
• Researches County documents and plans across various County databases and archives.
• Provides review and interpretation of subdivision plats and land surveys for County assets.
• Prepares DPW asset acceptance submittals for public infrastructure.
• Provides research for public right-of-way in support of daily operations and customer service.
• Prepares, coordinates, and manages County road name change petitions to the BOCC.
• Interacts with County staff to develop custom map project requirements.
• Facilitates the implementation efforts for transportation GIS and asset management applications.
• Independently evaluates, develops, and programs GIS applications to automate and convert data using approved software and protocols.
• Gathers geographic data through field observations, maps, photographs, satellite imagery, censuses, and other sources; analyzes the geographic distribution of physical and cultural characteristics and occurrences.
• Maintains and analyzes crash data as required.
• Reviews, evaluates, and verifies GIS data provided by other government agencies or private sector contractors for accuracy.
• Develops graphical models and provides data of analysis results for committees and the public.
• Coordinates with governmental agencies for data collection and transfer.
• Assists DPW employees in the use of GIS applications.
• Performs other duties as required.

• Assists in maintaining Department of Public Works (DPW) asset data dictionary standards