Senior GIS Analyst

denver; Colorado; Hybrid; USD 74,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

City and County of Denver seeks a Senior GIS Analyst in the Utilities Billing team to design and maintain enterprise GIS databases and perform advanced spatial analysis. You will build interactive maps and dashboards for internal and public use, while collaborating with multiple departments to tailor geospatial solutions.

The role supports a hybrid work model with three in-office days weekly and requires scripting in Python/SQL/Arcade to automate processes and improve data quality.

Qualifications

• Experience managing GIS data and geospatial workflows.
• Strong analytical skills and data quality focus.
• Ability to translate requirements into GIS solutions.

Responsibilities

• Spatial Database Management: design and maintain enterprise GIS databases.
• Advanced Spatial Analysis: perform complex geographic data analysis.
• Web Application Development: build interactive web maps and dashboards.
• Interdepartmental Consultation: assess mapping needs for diverse users.
• Workflow Automation: script automation with Python/SQL/Arcade.
• Project Management: track GIS projects from scoping to delivery.
• Data Quality Assurance: enforce standards and metadata guidelines.
• Technical Support: assist users with GIS tools and data access.

Skills

Spatial database

Geospatial analysis

Python

SQL

ArcGIS Online

Power BI

Arcade

Tools

ArcGIS Online

Power BI

GIS databases

Python

SQL

Job description

About Our Job

With competitive pay, great benefits, and endless opportunities, working for the City and County of Denver means seeing yourself working with purpose - for you, and those who benefit from your passion, skills and expertise. Join our diverse, inclusive and talented workforce of more than 11,000 team members who are at the heart of what makes Denver, Denver.

What We Offer

The City and County of Denver offers a competitive salary commensurate with education and experience. New hires are typically brought into the organization between $74,276.00 - $91,000.00 hiring range.

We also offer generous benefits for full-time employees which include but are not limited to:

• A guaranteed life-long monthly pension, once vested after 5 years of service
• 457B Retirement Plan
• 140 hours of PTO earned within first year + 12 paid holidays, 1 personal holiday, 1 Wellness Day and 1 volunteer day per year
• Competitive medical, dental and vision plans effective within 1 month of start date

Location & Schedule

The City and County of Denver supports a hybrid workplace model. Employees work where needed, at a job site several days a week and off-site as needed. The City and County of Denver supports a hybrid workplace model. Employees work where needed, at a job site several days a week and off-site as needed. In this position you can expect to work three (3) days in office.

For your in-office days, you can expect to work on-site at the Denver Wastewater Management Building (2000 W 3rd Ave, Denver, CO 80223). Employees must work within the state of Colorado on their off-site days.

Who We Are & What You'll Do

The Department of Transportation and Infrastructure (DOTI), through its employees, enhances the quality of life in Denver by efficiently delivering effective, high quality, safe and equitable public infrastructure, and services. For more information, please visit the DOTI website .

DOTI's Commitment to Equity:DOTI is committed to providing attention and resources to the areas, assets, and people of the city with the greatest need through equitable contracting, equitable investments, and equitable workforce development.DOTI's culture revolves around four key principles: (1) Invest in Our People, (2) Operate with Discipline, (3) Use Data to Drive Decisions, and (4) Deliver Results.

DOTI's Revenue and Accounting Division oversees the department's core accounting, financial reporting, grant management, utility billing, and customer service functions. Its mission is to deliver timely, accurate, and insightful financial information while ensuring compliance with relevant principles, policies, and best practices. The division is a fast paced, collaborative environment that values innovation, outstanding customer service, and accountable government operations grounded in integrity.

DOTI Utilities is the billing and customer service unit within the DOTI Revenue and Accounting Division. Its mission is to provide timely and accurate invoices and customer service to Denver's 180,000+ parcel accounts for utility services. Parcel owners are responsible for paying 3 enterprise utilities, Wastewater, Sidewalks, and Solid Waste services.

Within the Utilities unit, the Data Investigation team uses aerial photography and GIS mapping to monitor changes in impervious areas and frontages, which form the basis for stormwater and sidewalk charges. In addition, the team tracks other enterprise assets and infrastructure and is integral to the management and maintenance of the citywide GIS technology, data integrity, and reporting.

The Utilities Billing team is hiring a full-time, Senior GIS Analyst.

Specifically, as the Senior GIS Analyst with the Utilities Billing team, you will:

• Spatial Database Management: Design, implement, and maintain enterprise GIS databases, geodatabases, and related spatial data infrastructure to ensure data integrity and accessibility across city or county departments.
• Advanced Spatial Analysis: Perform complex geographic data analysis, spatial modeling, and predictive analytics to support agency functions.
• Web Application Development: Build, configure, and maintain interactive web maps, dashboards (using platforms like ArcGIS Online, Microsoft Power BI, and others) for internal, external, and public use.
• Interdepartmental Consultation: Partner with varied external customers to assess their mapping needs and deliver tailored geospatial solutions and/or data reporting.
• Workflow Automation: Develop and implement scripts and models using Python, SQL, or Arcade to automate repetitive GIS tasks, streamline data processing, and improve overall system efficiency.
• Project Management: Participate in projects involving GIS data from initial scoping and budgeting through execution, timeline tracking, and final delivery.
• Data Quality Assurance: Establish and enforce data standards, metadata guidelines, and quality control procedures to ensure all spatial data is accurate, consistent, and up to date.
• Technical Sup