Senior Geospatial Analyst
El Paso County (CO), Colorado Springs, CO, United States
Senior Geospatial Analyst – Department of Public Works – Asset Management Division
El Paso County is seeking a talented Geospatial Professional to join the Department of Public Works team. You’ll support everything from road maintenance planning to field data collection and custom map and workflow development. The Senior Geospatial Analyst excels in a results-driven environment, effectively managing multiple priorities while working with a high degree of independence.
What Makes You a Great Fit
You have strong technical skills in data analysis, asset management systems, and GIS.
You’re fluent in tools like Power BI, SQL, Python, ArcGIS, and GIS dashboards.
You can turn raw data into actionable insights, applications, maps, and visuals.
You can design and implement automation scripts to improve operation efficiency.
You provide strong customer‑focused support to internal teams, departments, and the public.
You’re a collaborative problem‑solver who enjoys working with cross‑functional teams.
You have a passion for public service and building internal tools that improve efficiency to better serve communities.
You’re adaptable, self‑motivated, and thrive in a fast‑paced, detail‑driven environment.
You can proactively identify and solve potential issues independently.
You can quickly learn and adapt to new tools and concepts and apply them effectively.
What You’ll Do
Develop clear, compelling visuals, applications, and summaries for both technical and non‑technical audiences.
Train and support staff to enhance data quality and data‑driven practices.
Recommend and help implement process improvements that increase efficiency and reliability.
Perform a full range of asset management functions, including researching, analyzing, and improving workflows, with a focus on asset management planning.
Evaluate organizational, infrastructure, and regulatory issues and recommend appropriate corrective actions.
Perform root‑cause analysis and proactively identify potential issues across applications, processes, and workflows, leveraging technical expertise to implement optimized solutions.
Create, maintain, and refine asset data inventories across enterprise and standalone asset management systems.
Assist DPW employees in the use of GIS applications.
Design, diagram, and implement workflow processes to integrate asset management data with GIS.
Why This Role Matters
As part of the Asset Management team, you’ll be key in maintaining and analyzing asset data for transportation systems, public infrastructure, and County resources. 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 interactive app creation, your expertise will help power decisions that matter.
Compensation & Schedule
Hiring Range: $46.06 - $50.00 hourly
Anticipated work schedule: Monday – Thursday, 7:00am – 5:30pm or Monday – Friday, 7:00am – 3:30pm; subject to change.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in GIS, Geography, Cartography, Computer Science, IT, or other science‑related field.
Six years of GIS or related experience. (Master’s degree in a related field may substitute for one year of the required experience.)
GPS data collection experience.
Prior asset management experience.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledgeable of GIS software and technology.
Proficiency in programming languages such as VB Script, Python, SQL, PL/SQL, and dashboard programming languages such as HTML/CSS, and JavaScript.
Proficiency with ArcGIS Online, including development of web maps, field applications, shared layer services, and user management.
Proficiency with relational databases such as Access, SQL, PostgreSQL, and Oracle.
Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills, high technical competence in geospatial development, analysis, and design.
Adaptable to changing priorities and directives.
Ability to mentor and train co‑workers.
Ability to produce timely and accurate reports and perform correct mathematical calculations.
Ability to work independently and in a team environment; collaborative team player with attention to detail and strong communication skills.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co‑workers, other County personnel, vendors, and the public; excellent customer service.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Access, Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams.
Maintain regular and punctual attendance.
Licenses & Certificates
Valid driver’s license.
Pre‑Employment Requirements
Must pass conditional post‑offer background investigation, motor vehicle record check, and drug screen.
Additional Information
Duties are primarily performed in an office and remote work environment dependent upon Department discretion and business needs. Some travel is required; occasionally work in the field under adverse weather conditions.
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El Paso County is seeking a talented Geospatial Professional to join the Department of Public Works team. You’ll support everything from road maintenance planning to field data collection and custom map and workflow development. The Senior Geospatial Analyst excels in a results-driven environment, effectively managing multiple priorities while working with a high degree of independence.
What Makes You a Great Fit
You have strong technical skills in data analysis, asset management systems, and GIS.
You’re fluent in tools like Power BI, SQL, Python, ArcGIS, and GIS dashboards.
You can turn raw data into actionable insights, applications, maps, and visuals.
You can design and implement automation scripts to improve operation efficiency.
You provide strong customer‑focused support to internal teams, departments, and the public.
You’re a collaborative problem‑solver who enjoys working with cross‑functional teams.
You have a passion for public service and building internal tools that improve efficiency to better serve communities.
You’re adaptable, self‑motivated, and thrive in a fast‑paced, detail‑driven environment.
You can proactively identify and solve potential issues independently.
You can quickly learn and adapt to new tools and concepts and apply them effectively.
What You’ll Do
Develop clear, compelling visuals, applications, and summaries for both technical and non‑technical audiences.
Train and support staff to enhance data quality and data‑driven practices.
Recommend and help implement process improvements that increase efficiency and reliability.
Perform a full range of asset management functions, including researching, analyzing, and improving workflows, with a focus on asset management planning.
Evaluate organizational, infrastructure, and regulatory issues and recommend appropriate corrective actions.
Perform root‑cause analysis and proactively identify potential issues across applications, processes, and workflows, leveraging technical expertise to implement optimized solutions.
Create, maintain, and refine asset data inventories across enterprise and standalone asset management systems.
Assist DPW employees in the use of GIS applications.
Design, diagram, and implement workflow processes to integrate asset management data with GIS.
Why This Role Matters
As part of the Asset Management team, you’ll be key in maintaining and analyzing asset data for transportation systems, public infrastructure, and County resources. 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 interactive app creation, your expertise will help power decisions that matter.
Compensation & Schedule
Hiring Range: $46.06 - $50.00 hourly
Anticipated work schedule: Monday – Thursday, 7:00am – 5:30pm or Monday – Friday, 7:00am – 3:30pm; subject to change.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in GIS, Geography, Cartography, Computer Science, IT, or other science‑related field.
Six years of GIS or related experience. (Master’s degree in a related field may substitute for one year of the required experience.)
GPS data collection experience.
Prior asset management experience.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledgeable of GIS software and technology.
Proficiency in programming languages such as VB Script, Python, SQL, PL/SQL, and dashboard programming languages such as HTML/CSS, and JavaScript.
Proficiency with ArcGIS Online, including development of web maps, field applications, shared layer services, and user management.
Proficiency with relational databases such as Access, SQL, PostgreSQL, and Oracle.
Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills, high technical competence in geospatial development, analysis, and design.
Adaptable to changing priorities and directives.
Ability to mentor and train co‑workers.
Ability to produce timely and accurate reports and perform correct mathematical calculations.
Ability to work independently and in a team environment; collaborative team player with attention to detail and strong communication skills.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co‑workers, other County personnel, vendors, and the public; excellent customer service.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Access, Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams.
Maintain regular and punctual attendance.
Licenses & Certificates
Valid driver’s license.
Pre‑Employment Requirements
Must pass conditional post‑offer background investigation, motor vehicle record check, and drug screen.
Additional Information
Duties are primarily performed in an office and remote work environment dependent upon Department discretion and business needs. Some travel is required; occasionally work in the field under adverse weather conditions.
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