GIS Conversion Supervisor
Colorado Springs Utilities
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Job summary
Colorado Springs Utilities is seeking a GIS Conversion Supervisor to lead enterprise GIS data conversion and migration projects that support critical utility operations and infrastructure management.
This role oversees the migration and maintenance of data from legacy systems, CAD drawings, paper records, and field-collected sources into modern GIS platforms while ensuring data accuracy, integrity, and compliance with organizational standards.
Qualifications
- Experience leading GIS data conversion or migration projects.
- Supervisory or team-lead experience.
- Strong knowledge of Esri ArcGIS suite.
- Experience with geospatial data standards and metadata requirements.
- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
Responsibilities
- Lead and supervise GIS conversion staff, including work assignments and performance management.
- Plan, coordinate, and monitor GIS conversion projects to ensure timely completion.
- Develop and maintain data conversion methodologies and best practices.
- Oversee data migration from legacy systems into GIS platforms.
- Establish QA/QC processes to ensure data accuracy and completeness.
- Manage infrastructure records supporting asset management.
- Collaborate with partners to define project requirements and deliverables.
- Provide project status updates and recommendations to leadership.
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Job description
Job Type: Supervisor/Manager
Pay Range $108,814 to $114,253
Location Colorado Springs, CO
Date First Posted 9/7/26
Colorado Springs Utilities is seeking a GIS Conversion Supervisor to lead enterprise GIS data conversion and migration projects that support critical utility operations and infrastructure management. This role oversees the migration and maintenance of data from legacy systems, CAD drawings, paper records, and field-collected sources into modern GIS platforms while ensuring data accuracy, integrity, and compliance with organizational standards.
The successful candidate will supervise GIS Conversion Technicians, manage project schedules and resources, establish QA/QC processes, and serve as the organization's subject matter expert for GIS data conversion and spatial data quality. Working closely with Engineering, Operations, Asset Management, and IT, this leader will drive enterprise GIS initiatives, support utility asset management, and promote continuous improvement in geospatial data processes.
Ideal candidates bring strong GIS technical expertise, project management experience, leadership skills, and a commitment to delivering high-quality geospatial data that supports informed decision-making and operational excellence.
Lead and supervise GIS conversion staff, including work assignments, coaching, performance management, and development.
Plan, coordinate, and monitor GIS conversion projects to ensure timely and successful completion.
Develop and maintain data conversion methodologies, standards, procedures, and best practices.
Oversee the migration of data from legacy systems, CAD drawings, paper records, and field-collected sources into GIS platforms.
Establish and manage quality assurance and quality control processes to ensure data accuracy, completeness, and consistency.
Manage infrastructure records supporting electric, gas, water, wastewater, and fiber utility assets.
Collaborate with business partners to define project requirements, priorities, and deliverables.
Resolve technical issues, data discrepancies, and workflow challenges throughout project lifecycles.
Prepare and present project status updates, performance metrics, and recommendations to leadership.
Identify opportunities to improve processes through automation, scripting, and technology enhancements.
Manage contractor and vendor relationships associated with conversion projects.
Support enterprise GIS strategy, data governance initiatives, and long-term asset management objectives.
Demonstrated years of progressively responsible GIS experience, including data conversion and migration projects.
Demonstrated years of supervisory, lead, or project leadership experience.
Experience with Esri technologies, including ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Enterprise, and ArcGIS Online.
Experience managing large-scale GIS conversion or migration projects.
Strong understanding of geospatial data standards, coordinate systems, projections, and metadata requirements.
Excellent communication, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Bachelor's degree in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Geography, Geospatial Science, Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
GIS Professional (GISP) certification.
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
Experience within utility, telecommunications, transportation, or asset management environments.
Proficiency with automation and scripting tools such as Python, SQL, FME, or Arcade.
Knowledge of enterprise GIS architecture, data governance, and asset management principles.
Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (1/3 of the time), and/or a negligible amount of force frequently (1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, or pull objects. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary only if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other criteria are met.
Positions in this class typically require talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions within an office working environment.
This is an opportunity to lead transformational GIS initiatives that directly support the safe, reliable delivery of essential utility services to our community. You'll work alongside dedicated professionals, influence enterprise data strategy, and help shape the future of utility asset management through innovative geospatial solutions.
Our people are the heart and soul of Colorado Springs Utilities. They keep the lights on, gas flowing, water coming in, and wastewater leaving. We don't just say people are important – we prove it! That’s why we are honored to invest in protecting the health and financial security of our employees and their families through our rich benefits program.
Vacation – Start with 13 days annually, increasing to 24 days with tenure
Personal Leave –3 days per year
Paid Holidays –12 paid holidays per year
Sick Leave – 12 days per year for personal or family health needs
Vacation Buy – Option to purchase up to 40 additional hours annually
Medical Plans: Three comprehensive options, including a $0 premium High-Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with Health Savings Account (HSA) eligibility
Zero Health: Access to hundreds of medical services at no cost
Dental & Vision: Two dental plans and one vision plan
Family Building-Benefits: Support for fertility, preservation, adoption, and surrogacy
Wellness Program: A voluntary program that rewards you for prioritizing self-care! If you're enrolled in a our medical plan, you and your spouse can earn up to $600 in HRA or HSA contributions by completing healthy activities
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA): Pre-tax contributions for healthcare and dependent care expenses
Health Savings Account (HSA): Available with HDHP
Pension Plan: Colorado PERA provides retirement benefits and peace of mind
Supplemental Retirement Plans: PERAPlus 401(k), MissionSquare Roth IRA, and 457 plans
Disability Coverage: Short-Term and Long-Term Disability insurance available
Life Insurance: Employer-paid coverage with optional supplemental plans
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential support for mental health, stress, legal, financial, and work-life balance
Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $5,250 annually to support continued education
Public Service Loan Forgiveness: As a qualifying employer, your student loan payments may be eligible for loan forgiveness
All positions will be posted for a minimum of 5 calendar days.
Starting pay will be based on the successful candidate's experience, education, and training; however, those with limited direct experience could start below the posted pay range.
If a single pay rate is posted, the job starts at that rate regardless of previous experience, education, and training.
Colorado Springs Utilities does not sponsor work visas of any kind, including H-1B, TN, or F-1 student visas (with or without OPT or STEM work authorization), or any other employment-based visas. All eligible applicants must be authorized to work in the United States, and work authorization must not be based on employer sponsorship of a work visa.
Colorado Springs Utilities is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Colorado Springs Utilities is committed to the principles of affirmative action and equal opportunity in accord with Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act, 38 U.S.C. § 4212, as amended (VEVRAA), and § 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended (§ 503). In addition, no person shall be unlawfully discriminated against because of race, color, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, and sexual orientation), age, religion, veteran status, disability, genetic information, marital status, or any other basis protected under state or federal law. Human Resources shall assure Colorado Springs Utilities’ benefits, classification, compensation, employee development, employee relations, and employment programs, conform to current legal and regulatory requirements and the provisions of Colorado Springs Utilities’ affirmative action plan in accordance with VEVRAA and § 503.
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Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. Colorado Springs Utilities participates in E-Verify. For more information on your rights and responsibilities as an applicant, please visit: http://coloradospringsutilities.jobs/applicants-rights-and-responsibilities/. If you have a legal right to work in the United States, there are laws to protect you against discrimination in the workplace. You should know that no employer can deny you a job or fire you because of your national origin. Unless mandated by law or government contract, employers cannot require you to be a U.S. Citizen or permanent resident or refuse any legally acceptable documents. If any of these things have happened to you, you may have a valid charge of discrimination that can be filed with the OSC. Contact the OSC for assistance in your own language. Call 1-800-255-7688. TDD for the hearing impaired is 1-800-237-2515. In the Washington, D.C., area, please call 202-616-5594, TDD 202-616-5525 Or write to: U.S. Department of Justice Office of Special Counsel NYA 950 Pennsylvania Ave., N.W. Washington, DC 20530.
Job Type: Supervisor/Manager
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