Planning and GIS Analyst

Planning and GIS Analyst

Pueblo County

Pueblo, CO United States

Pueblo County is seeking an experienced Planning & GIS Analyst to join our collaborative Planning & Development team. This position is ideal for a GIS professional with planning experience—or a planner with strong GIS expertise—who enjoys solving complex problems, creating meaningful data visualizations, and helping guide community growth through data-driven decision-making.

Working on projects that range from land development and long-range planning to economic development and regional initiatives, you'll combine technical GIS expertise with professional planning to make a visible impact throughout Pueblo County.

Pueblo County is a community on the move. From renewable energy and economic development to transportation, housing, and long-range planning, you'll have the opportunity to work on meaningful projects that shape the future of our region. Join a collaborative team that values innovation, technology, and practical solutions to complex planning challenges.

• Lead complex GIS, mapping, and spatial analysis projects that support land use planning, infrastructure, economic development, and community planning initiatives.
• Review and analyze development applications, subdivision plats, surveys, deeds, and zoning proposals, providing professional recommendations and technical guidance.
• Develop maps, graphics, dashboards, reports, and presentations that communicate complex planning information to decision-makers, elected officials, and the public.
• Prepare and implement long-range and regional planning projects that advance the Pueblo Regional Comprehensive Plan and support sustainable, coordinated growth.
• Develop GIS applications, tools, and automated workflows that improve efficiency and expand the department's analytical capabilities.
• Analyze demographic, land use, environmental, and infrastructure data to identify trends and support strategic planning decisions.
• Ensure the quality and accuracy of GIS data, mapping products, and spatial analyses while incorporating emerging GIS technologies and best practices.
• Present findings to the Planning Commission, Board of County Commissioners, advisory boards, community groups, and regional partners.
• Collaborate with planners, engineers, GIS professionals, public agencies, and community stakeholders on projects that shape the future of Pueblo County.

• Bachelor's degree in Urban or Regional Planning, GIS, Geography, or a closely related field (equivalent experience may be considered).
• Four (4) or more years of professional planning, GIS, or related experience.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to successfully pass a background check.

• Master's degree in Urban or Regional Planning or a related field.
• Experience with ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, Model Builder, Python scripting, dashboards, or other GIS automation tools.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience presenting technical information to elected officials, boards, and the public.

8/6/2026 11:59 PM Mountain

$5,391.00 - $8,086.00 Monthly

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