GIS Analyst

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Colorado

On-site

USD 60,000 - 65,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Identity Wear Stipend

Work-Life Harmony

Connectivity Privilege

Premium Healthcare Benefits

Time-Off: 15 sick days, 24 annual days

12% employer retirement contribution

Employee Assistance Program

Professional Development via CSU

Educational credits: CSU credits (9h)

Tuition privileges for family (50% off

Community leadership: paid volunteer/f

Job summary

Colorado State Forest Service is seeking a GIS Analyst in Colorado to join the Geospatial Data and Analysis Program. The role focuses on coding and automation to enhance data analysis and management processes across the agency.

The position collaborates with GIS staff and external partners to improve data accessibility, standardization, and usability of statewide forest management data. It offers opportunities for training and professional development.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in GIS/geospatial science, OR a bachelor’s degree in another natural resource program with a GIS minor or certificate, OR a degree in geography with GIS coursework.
Three (3)+ years of GIS experience, which may be a combination of professional and educational experience.
Demonstrated proficiency in geospatial analysis, cartographic principles and standards, remote sensing, user support and training, and/or mobile data collection.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with GIS staff to maintain statewide data pipelines and applications, with focus on data ingestion, management, and standardization.
Support data accessibility for legislative and budgetary/funding inquiries.
Develop and maintain external partnerships related to statewide forest management data.
Provide technical assistance through the GIS helpdesk and respond to internal and external requests.
Lead GIS training for CSFS staff and external partners, including training in data use and analysis and mobile data collection applications.
Work with the Supervisory GIS Specialist to develop and implement quality assurance/quality control and metadata standards.
Apply data and information management standards to ensure high-quality, accessible GIS data.

Skills

GIS experience

Coding & automation

Training & support

Collaboration

Education

BSc/BA in GIS or geospatial science

Geography with GIS coursework

Job description

Organization: Colorado State Forest Service

Title: GIS Analyst

Location: Colorado

Posted: 2026-08-17

Application Deadline: 2026-08-24

GIS Analyst – Colorado State Forest Service

The Colorado State Forest Service is seeking a GIS Analyst to join our Geospatial Data and Analysis Program. This position will enhance the program’s technical expertise in coding and automation and help improve data analysis and management processes across the agency.

This is an exciting opportunity for a GIS professional to support statewide forest management through geospatial data, analysis, training, and technical assistance. The position will collaborate with GIS staff and external partners to improve data accessibility, standardization, and usability across the Colorado State Forest Service.

Location: Colorado

Salary: $60,000–$65,000

Full Consideration Date: August 24, 2026

What You’ll Do

Collaborate with GIS staff to maintain and enhance statewide data pipelines and applications, with a focus on streamlining data ingestion, management, and standardization.
Support data accessibility for legislative and budgetary/funding inquiries.
Support the development and maintenance of external partnerships related to statewide forest management data.
Provide technical assistance through the GIS helpdesk and respond to internal and external requests.
Lead GIS training for CSFS staff and external partners, including training in data use and analysis and mobile data collection applications.
Work with the Supervisory GIS Specialist to develop and implement quality assurance/quality control and metadata standards.
Apply data and information management standards to ensure high-quality, accessible GIS data.

What We’re Looking For

Experience with GIS and geospatial data analysis, management, and applications.
Strong technical skills and an interest in coding, automation, and process improvement.
Experience supporting or training others in GIS and/or mobile data collection applications.
Strong communication and collaboration skills.
Ability to provide technical assistance, troubleshoot problems, and work effectively with a wide range of users and partners.
An innovative, enthusiastic, and creative approach to solving problems and supporting agency needs.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in GIS/geospatial science, OR a bachelor’s degree in another natural resource program with a GIS minor or certificate, OR a degree in geography with GIS coursework.
Three (3)+ years of GIS experience, which may be a combination of professional and educational experience.
Demonstrated proficiency in areas such as geospatial analysis, cartographic principles and standards, remote sensing, user support and training, and/or mobile data collection.

Why Choose Colorado State Forest Service?

Identity Wear Stipend: Elevate your professional image with a stipend for personalized executive wear.
Work-Life Harmony: Achieve optimal work-life integration through tailored and flexible scheduling options.
Connectivity Privilege: Stay seamlessly connected with either a cell phone allowance or a provided work cell.
Premium Healthcare Benefits: Prioritize your well-being with access to exclusive and comprehensive healthcare benefits.
Time-Off: Recharge with 15 days of sick leave and 24 days of annual leave.
Retirement Plan: Secure your financial future with a remarkable 12% employer contribution to your retirement plan.
Employee Assistance Program: Access premium well-being resources through our Employee Assistance Program.
Professional Development: Enhance your skills through personalized professional training opportunities facilitated by CSU.
Educational Empowerment: Receive 9 hours of education credits annually through CSU.
Tuition Privileges for Family: Secure your family's future with 50% off tuition for children, partner, and spouse.
Community Leadership Initiative: Give back to your community with paid administrative leave dedicated to volunteering.