• Job Description

  Req#: R0075528

  About Our Job

  Denver International Airport (DEN) is the third-busiest airport in the United States and one of the top ten busiest airports in the world, connecting our community globally through flight and business. DEN is the primary economic engine for the state of Colorado, generating more than $33 billion for the region annually and employing nearly 30,000 people. At DEN, we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace. We celebrate individuality and uplift all races, ethnicities, gender identities, national origins, ages, abilities, religion, and LGBTQIA+ communities. We know that our diversity makes us stronger, and we strive to keep diversity, equity and inclusion at the center of all that we do.

  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 competitive pay commensurate with education and experience. New hires are typically brought into the organization between $58,656.00 - $96,782.00. 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. In this position you can expect to work 3 days onsite at the Denver International Airport. Employees must work within the state of Colorado on their off-site days.

  Who We Are & What You’ll Do

  The Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Analyst is responsible for supporting geospatial technologies at Denver International Airport by managing and analyzing spatial data, ensuring data integrity, and maintaining GIS infrastructure. They play a key role in processing and maintaining geospatial datasets, contributing to the development and optimization of ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS Indoors, and ArcGIS Online. This position supports all airport divisions by maintaining spatial geodatabases and assisting in the integration of GIS solutions with critical airport systems.

  Specifically, as the GIS Analyst of Planning and Design you will:

  • Manage, analyze, and maintain geospatial datasets to ensure accuracy and reliability.

  • Develop and maintain GIS databases, ensuring data integrity and alignment with organizational needs.

  • Conduct spatial analyses to support operational decision-making and strategic initiatives.

  • Design and develop interactive web applications through ArcGIS Enterprise Portal by collaborating with stakeholders to understand their needs and create tailored GIS solutions.

  • Create high-quality maps, dashboards, and reports to visualize complex spatial data effectively.

  • Coordinate updates to the Airport Layout Plan, collaborating with internal stakeholders to ensure compliance with FAA standards and accuracy of spatial data.

  • Update and modify existing layers within Test, Development, and Production geodatabase environments to ensure data accuracy and integrity.

  • Leverage automation tools such as FME, Python, and Arcade expressions to streamline GIS workflows, enhance data processing, and ensure compliance with IT and GIS standards.

  • Manage and execute smaller geospatial projects from planning to implementation, ensuring they are completed on time and within scope.

  • Integrate GIS with enterprise systems and applications to enhance data accessibility and workflow automation.

  • Collaborate with various departments to identify GIS requirements and provide innovative solutions.

  • Assist in administering GIS platforms, including user management, troubleshooting, and system updates.

  • Ensure compliance with FAA, GIS, and IT standards, data governance policies, and best practices.

  • Stay current with emerging GIS technologies and trends to enhance system capabilities.

  • Work with internal teams to develop GIS solutions that enhance operational efficiency and data management.

  • Conduct complex spatial analyses to identify trends, support business initiatives, and inform strategic planning.

  • Assist in integrating GIS technology with enterprise applications to improve workflow automation and decision-making processes.

  • Support and mentor entry-level team members by sharing knowledge, best practices, and assisting with problem-solving.

  • Provide technical guidance and GIS training to staff and stakeholders.

  What You’ll Bring

  We are looking for a motivated geospatial professional who is eager to learn and contribute within the dynamic environment of a large, complex enterprise. The ideal candidate recognizes the critical role that maintaining existing GIS infrastructure plays in supporting the airport’s long-term development goals.

  Our ideal candidate has some or all the following experience, skills, and characteristics:

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

  • Experience evaluating existing policies, procedures, and objectives, and recommending changes for improvement.

  • Experience with the Esri software suite (e.g. ArcGIS Experience Builder, ArcGIS Pro, Esri Enterprise, etc.).

  • Familiarity with Autodesk products (Civil 3D, AutoCAD) is preferred, but not required.

  • Knowledge of FAA regulations and airport operations is desired, but not required.

  • Experience with large-scale infrastructure is desired, but not required

  Required Minimum Qualifications

  • Education requirement: Bachelor's Degree in Geography, Urban Planning, Engineering, GIS, Geology, Computer Science, Information Technology, Cartography, Landscape Architecture, Remote Sensing or a related field.

  • Experience Requirement: Two (2) years of hands-on experience at the type and level of a GIS Technician.

  • Education/Experience Equivalency: One (1) year of the appropriate type and level of experience may be substituted for each required year of post-high school education.
    Additional appropriate education may be substituted for the minimum experience requirements.

  • License/Certifications: None

  Application Deadline

  This position is expected to stay open until 6/15. Please submit your application as soon as possible and no later than 6/15 at 11:59 PM.

  About Everything Else

  Job Profile

  CD1739 GIS Analyst

  To view the full job profile including position specifications, physical demands, and probationary period, click here.

  Position Type

  Unlimited

  Position Salary Range

  $58,656.00 - $96,782.00

  Target Pay

  Based on experience and education

  Agency

  Denver International Airport

  Redeployment during Citywide Emergencies

  City and County of Denver employees may be re-deployed to work in other capacities in their own agencies or in other city agencies to support core functions of the city during a citywide emergency declared by the Mayor.

  The City and County of Denver provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, or any other status protected under federal, state, and/or local law.

  It is your right to access oral or written language assistance, sign language interpretation, real-time captioning via CART, or disability-related accommodations. To request any of these services at no cost to you, please contact Jobs@Denvergov.org with three business days’ notice.

  Applicants for employment with the City and County of Denver must have valid work authorization that does not require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the U.S.

  For information about right to work, click here for English or here for Spanish.

• About the company

  Denver, officially the City and County of Denver, is the capital and most populous municipality of the US state of Colorado.

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