Senior Geospatial Analyst

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VISION

El Paso County will be a trusted regional leader known for excellence in county service delivery.

PURPOSE

We provide essential public services to the Pikes Peak Region in support of our residents, businesses, and communities, enhancing the freedom for all to thrive.

VALUES

Service Focused

• Collaborative
• Accountable
• Trustworthy
• Transparent
  
  
  

Job Summary

Senior Geospatial Analyst Department of Public Works – Asset Management Division

Visualize Data. Drive Decisions. Shape the Future.

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:

The Senior Geospatial Analyst will serve as a subject matter expert and provide clear visualizations of data that help shape smarter decisions. This position requires a keen eye for detail, a talent for identifying root causes, and a strong ability to quickly learn and adapt.

• 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 service 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:

As part of the Asset Management team, you’ll play a key role in supporting the people behind the scenes of transportation systems and public infrastructure. You’ll serve as the bridge between technical tools and non-technical users.

• 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.
• Assists 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.

Hiring Range: $46.06 - $50.00 hourly

This position has an anticipated work schedule of Monday – Thursday, 7:00am – 5 :30pm or

Monday – Friday, 7:00am – 3:30pm; subject to change.

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

This senior-level position 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. 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.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

• 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.
• Utilizes creativity, ingenuity, and resourcefulness in providing GIS support to County staff, outside organizations, stakeholders, and the public.
• Assists with land use and travel demand model data upkeep and verification as assigned.
• Provides traffic count program support, data management, and analysis.
• Provides basic asset management database support, troubleshooting, backup, and archiving.
• Maintains regular contact with DPW personnel, answering questions, solving problems, and implementing and supporting applications from vendors.
• Provides training and support to DPW employees on AMS software, principles, and processes.
• Designs and develops complex ESRI ModelBuilder scripts and templates as needed.
• Develops web-based, end-user asset data dashboards through custom programming, as required.
• Develops ArcGIS Online applications in support of field data collection, asset inspections, and engineering activities.
• Assists in field data collection by DPW staff from GPS data collection, data conversion, and integration into GIS and asset inventories.
• Provides training and support to DPW staff in the use of field data collection equipment.
• Utilizes programming skills to write basic and advanced queries in generating datasets and reports.
• Refines and documents asset database schema changes and modifications.
• Refines and documents asset database data dictionary changes and modifications.
• Performs other duties as required.
  
  
  

Supervision Exercised: This classification does not have supervisory authority; however, may be required to provide expertise or limited guidance or direction to employees, such as overseeing work quality, training, and guidance. Typically serves as a subject matter expert on the scope of functional area.

Supervision Received: Receives general supervision. This classification typically performs job duties by following established standard operating procedures and/or policies. Regular direction, guidance, and coaching from supervisor may be expected. There is a choice of the appropriate procedure or policy to apply to duties. Performance reviewed periodically.

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledgeable of GIS software and technology.
• Demonstrated proficiency in programming languages such as VB Script, Python, SQL, PL/SQL, and dashboard programming languages such as HTML/CSS, and JavaScript.
• Demonstrated proficiency in ArcGIS Online, including the development of web maps, field applications, shared layer services, and user management.
• Demonstrated proficiency with relational databases such as Access, SQL, PostgreSQL, and Oracle.
• Must have strong analytical and troubleshooting skills and a high degree of technical competence in geospatial development, analysis, and design.
• Broad range of skills and responsiveness to changing priorities and directives.
• Ability to mentor and train co-workers.
• Ability to produce timely and accurate reports; ability to make correct mathematical calculations.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment; collaborative team player with attention to detail and strong communication skills.
• Must be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, other County personnel, vendors, and the public. Ability to provide excellent customer service.
• Ability to use standard office equipment, including telephone, computer, Microsoft Office applications, and copier. Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs, including Access, Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams.
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance.
  
  
  

Required Education & Experience

• 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.

Licenses/Certificates

• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license
  
  
  

Pre-Employment Requirements

• Must pass conditional post offer background investigation, motor vehicle record check, and drug screen.
  
  
  

Work Conditions

Duties are primarily performed in an office and remote work environment dependent upon Department discretion and business needs. Some travel is required; occasionally will be required to perform work in the field under adverse weather conditions.

The classification specification above is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities and minimum qualifications; specific job assignments, duties, education, experience, licenses/certifications, and environmental conditions will vary depending on the needs of the department/office and the particular assignment. Changes to this document may only be made by a member of the Human Resources Department.

El Paso County is an E-Verify and Equal Opportunity Employer.

El Paso County adheres to Federal drug screening guidelines and requires a pre-employment drug screen.