Salary: $73,079.97 - $127,890.05 Annually
Location : Aspen, CO
Job Type: Full-time with benefits, salaried
Job Number:
Department: IT (Information Technology)
Opening Date: 07/27/2026
Closing Date: 8/9/2026 11:59 PM Mountain
Bilingual Stipend: No
Hiring Minimum: $35.13
Hiring Maximum: $54.90
Pay Grade: P105
Hiring Range Description: The hiring range is the starting point of the pay range to the 4th quartile of the pay range. Starting pay will be determined based on qualifications and experience.

** Early applications are encouraged**

*Job Postings without Closing Dates:
Job postings that do not have a closing date will remain open until filled.

*Job Postings with Closing Dates:
An application deadline may be extended if the original deadline produced fewer applications than expected. Likewise, a job posting may be closed prior to the listed closing date if the number of applications reach the limit for that position.
Job Summary
Assists with enterprise database maintenance, data distribution, creation of spatial data products, responding to customer inquiry, and supports integration of GIS data across the County. Provides technical knowledge as part of a team and has strong fundamentals in GIS, database editing, data analysis, and customer service. Will also support other IT projects and initiatives.

Job Responsibilities

• Supports the design, maintenance and data integrity of the enterprise GIS database and other GIS-related applications, as applicable.
• Prepares, utilizes and maintains comprehensive documentation for the administration of address verification.
• Provide business analysis support, documentation (procedures and metadata), and data management support to County departments.
• Supports GIS integration into County applications including departmental coordination, documentation, testing, troubleshooting, implementation, monitoring, and configuration.
• May be assigned to assist in the administration of our addressing program by preparing, utilizing, and maintaining comprehensive documentation for the administration of address verifications and assignments, addressing standards and guidelines, including interactive collaboration documents that communicate the status and content of various assignments. Coordinates and communicates with the necessary individuals on address assignment status and related tasks.
• Provides guidance, technical assistance, and training to users.
• Interacts effectively with the public and partner organizations including cities, towns, public safety agencies, and special districts.
• May be assigned to provide support to the County's Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) team for mission planning, flight operations, and product deliverables.
• Supports the relationship between Pitkin County government and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with citizens, visitors, and County staff, providing GIS-related resources and technical assistance as appropriate; maintains confidentiality of work-related issues and County information; performs other duties as required or assigned.

Minimum Qualifications, Knowledge and Skills

• Up to 1 year experience in a GIS Technology position and at least one year highly preferred.
• Bachelor's Degree required in GIS, Computer Science, Data Science, Business or Planning or a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• FAA Part 107 Certification desired within six months of employment.
• Must possess a valid Colorado Driver's License and acceptable Motor Vehicle Record.

Knowledge Of:

• Principles and practices of public administration.
• Research methods and techniques.
• Fiscal and budgetary management and tracking.
• Organizational and community planning.
• Public policy processes.
• Geospatial Analysis: techniques for visualizing and interpreting spatial data to inform decision-making.
• GIS Data Management: strategies for organizing, maintaining, enhancing, and sharing high-quality geospatial datasets.
• Software Proficiency: advanced expertise in the Esri ArcGIS ecosystem, including ArcGIS Enterprise and related geospatial tools.

Skill In:

• Communicating effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Handling multiple tasks simultaneously, under pressure, and in emergency and stressful situations.
• Working efficiently both independently and as part of a team.
• Applying project management principles and methodologies to plan, execute, and successfully deliver outcomes.
• Organizing and prioritizing work to meet deadlines.
• Developing, understanding, interpreting, and communicating policies and procedures.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
• Cartography, spatial database management and spatial analysis.

Physical Demands and Working Environment

• Work is performed in a standard office environment.
• Occasional field work may be required.

The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship. The employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.