Utility GIS Specialist
About The Position
Maintains and supports the Utilities Department's Geographic Information System (GIS). Performs high level work in the data update, quality assurance and analysis of the utility's enterprise GIS and other integrated systems. The salary range for this position is $31.23 - $43.72 per hour with a hiring range of $31.23 - $37.48 , depending on qualifications and experience. This opportunity will be available to applicants until Wednesday, January 20, 2026, at 12:00 P.M. M.S.T. A current resume is required, and a cover letter is preferred. Please view our video Working at Loveland to learn more about our exceptional Loveland community and the benefits of working for the City. Essential Functions: Creates or updates electric, water, wastewater, broadband and other GIS features based on construction drawings and/or field data. Works with and collaborates extensively with design staff, engineering and field crews to ensure accuracy and completeness of data. Maintains connectivity and integrity of utility’s geometric and utility networks. Interprets engineering modeling software to identify trouble areas in the geometric and utility networks. Independently coordinates data collection projects. Other Job Functions: Creates geoprocessing models and scripts as necessary to facilitate tasks. Creates and maintains professional maps and other information products as requested. Provides technical support and training for users of the utility's enterprise GIS and other software. Performs other duties as assigned. Job Level and Management Expectations:
Requirements
- 4 years/Bachelor's Degree in GIS, Civil Engineering Technology, Geography or related field.
- 3 years w orking experience with ESRI's product line.
- Must possess a valid driver's license.
- Working knowledge of editing GIS data with current version of ESRI's ArcGIS.
- Knowledge of editing geometric networks.
- Knowledge of editing in a versioned geodatabase environment.
- Read and interpret utility construction plans.
- Determine assets in the field.
- Cross train in other utility disciplines outside of assigned area.
- Demonstrate ability to understand the functionality of a distribution system.
- Create presentation level exhibits.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Experience working with digital work order tracking software.
Nice To Haves
- 1 year w orking experience editing with utility focused GIS software.
- 1 year w orking experience reading and interpreting construction plans.
- Working experience with construction design software
- Working experience with electric, water, and broadband fiber-based GIS tools
Responsibilities
- Creates or updates electric, water, wastewater, broadband and other GIS features based on construction drawings and/or field data.
- Works with and collaborates extensively with design staff, engineering and field crews to ensure accuracy and completeness of data.
- Maintains connectivity and integrity of utility’s geometric and utility networks.
- Interprets engineering modeling software to identify trouble areas in the geometric and utility networks.
- Independently coordinates data collection projects.
- Creates geoprocessing models and scripts as necessary to facilitate tasks.
- Creates and maintains professional maps and other information products as requested.
- Provides technical support and training for users of the utility's enterprise GIS and other software.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Two (2) Medical plans, Dental, Vision (for self/ spouse/ children)
- A Dedicated, exclusive Employee Health and Wellness Center
- Discounted Chilson Center passes
- Paid vacation, holidays, floating holidays, and medical leave
- Flexible spending including Dependent Care
- Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-term and Long-term disability, and voluntary Critical Illness Coverage
- Retirement 401a, 457, Roth (pre-& post tax) and company match
- A Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program
- Voluntary 529 College Invest program
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Referral Program
- Personal and Professional Development opportunities
- Employee Recognition Program
- Exceptional work-life balance
- Market based pay & regular performance reviews
- Local Government employment is eligible for Public Loan Forgiveness Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
