Planning & GIS Analyst

Independently manages comprehensive research and data analysis assignments and projects; prepares and presents complex planning documents, maps, and graphics for public and governmental consumption utilizing advanced professional planning experience. Utilizing advanced professional planning experience, researches and analyzes land development applications and synthesizes information from many sources to create and present summaries and illustrations that communicate and advise managers, leaders, and stakeholders. Responsible for larger, more complex planning assignments, exercising greater independence and judgment. Manages, analyzes, and visualizes geographic data across multiple projects, incorporating information into larger-scale geographical planning projects., * Accepts, reviews, and evaluates land use applications; performs advanced professional work related to research and analysis. Directs and advises the public and customers on various land-use projects, including projects involving surveys, subdivision of land, and deeds. Independently travels to sites as needed.

• Develops and implements comprehensive regional land-use plans that align with the Regional Comprehensive Plan, sustainability goals, economic development strategies, and community needs, ensuring coordinated growth and efficient use of resources across multiple jurisdictions.

• Analyzes, prepares, and interprets complex reports, maps, and drawings to solve potential problems or conflicts and independently manages multiple high-level projects in support of land use regulations and the Regional Comprehensive Plan.

• Performs quality assurance checks on spatial data, maps, and analyses to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with standards and best practices, and identifies ways to use Geographical Information System (GIS) tools and emerging technologies to improve current analytical practices and strengthen community planning processes while working in coordination with Pueblo County GIS as necessary. Analyzes special data from various sources to identify trends, patterns, and relationships that can inform decision-making processes for communities.

• Develops, implements, and manages Geographical Information System (GIS) applications, tools, and scripts to automate workflows, improve efficiency, and enhance decision support techniques, and spatial analysis methods.

• Presents reports and other findings to staff, planning, and zoning boards and commissions, and elected officials, serves on local and regional planning committees and projects, as directed; represents Pueblo County and the Planning Department as directed.

• Performs other duties as appropriate or necessary for performance of the job., One Personal Day (County employees will have one paid personal day off in 2026. This paid day off is to be chosen by the employee and approved by their Elected Official or Department Director.)

• = Regular Part-Time Employees who are scheduled to work on a 2026 Holiday will receive Holiday Pay for two (2) of the Holidays of their choice (marked with the single asterisk * above) as approved by their Elected Official or Department Director

• When a holiday falls on a Saturday, Friday will be celebrated as the County holiday

• When a holiday falls on a Sunday, Monday will be celebrated as the County holiday

• Early releases are at the discretion of the Elected Official or Department Director and may vary based on the operational needs of their offices/departments.

• All time off work taken by County employees for the days designated as Early Release shall be considered holiday time off for purposes "worked time" in determining Overtime in accordance with the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).

• If an employee is absent the day preceding or following the holiday without prior approval, the employee will not be paid for the holiday

• The following time off types will not contribute to the daily or weekly overtime calculation: Unpaid Days Off, Unpaid Personal Days, and Unpaid Early Release Days.

• Any employee that is required to work by their supervisor on a designated Unpaid Day Off, a designated Unpaid Personal Day or during a designated Unpaid Early Release period shall be paid for work required and performed during such days and periods.

• No employee may work during an Unpaid Day Off, an Unpaid Personal Day, or during an Unpaid Early Release period without the express authorization of their supervisor. This Resolution contemplates and authorizes supervisors to direct work during Unpaid Days Off, Unpaid Personal Days, or Unpaid Early Release Periods for community safety and County government essential activities such as snow removal, social worker visits for child welfare and other family emergencies, response to emergency calls by facilities and fleet employees, and required court appearances by County employees.

• For weeks in which an Unpaid Day Off or an Unpaid Early Release takes place, County Exempt employees are designated as Non-Exempt employees under the Fair Labor Standards Act. Those employees so designated will be required to clock in and out of work via email to their Director for all days worked during weeks that include an Unpaid Day Off.

• No employees shall be permitted to work over 40 hours during a week that includes an Unpaid Day Off or an Unpaid Early Release without the express written authorization of their Director or Elected Official.

*** The above 2026 Holiday Schedule Resolution was originally approved by the Board of County Commissioners on December 15th, 2025 and then revised on February 12th, 2026 & March 12th, 2026***, Coverage pays 60% of your wages up to $4,800 with a 90-day waiting period.

Your monthly cost = (monthly pay)/100 x 0.410

BASIC LIFE AND AD&D BENEFIT (required) Employees are required to purchase the basic option for $3.10, however, they may elect to purchase additional coverage.

FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT (optional) This benefit allows you to pay for certain expenses (medical and/or dependent care needs) with "pre-tax" dollars. You specify the dollar amount you would like deducted from your monthly paycheck (minimum of $25), then when you incur an eligible expense, you pay it. Then you submit a claim form and original receipt for reimbursement.

Note: According to IRS rules, any funds left in your FSA account(s) at the end of the year cannot be returned to you. They are considered "use or lose" funds.

ADDITIONAL INSURANCES/BENEFITS (optional)

• Optional Life Insurance
• Spouse/Dependent Life Insurance
• Other Self-Funded Retirement Plans

Do you have a valid Driver's License license?, Do you have experience in Zoning regulations?, Do you have a Bachelor's degree?, * The substitution of any combination of relevant and related education, training, and/or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and ability may be considered., * Bachelor's Degree in Urban or Regional Planning, Geographical Information System (GIS) related field, or closely related field Required (Substitution Acceptable)

• Master's Degree in Urban or Regional Planning or closely related field Preferred

EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum Four (4) years or more of professional experience in Urban or Regional Planning, Geographical Information System (GIS), or related field Required

LICENSE:

• Valid Driver's License from State Agency upon hire Required

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must successfully pass background check Required

NOTE: For preferred qualifications, the substitution of any combination of relevant and related education, training, and/or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and ability may be considered, including by way of example, specific experience or skill-based qualifications that may substitute for certain educational requirements, or a combination of relevant education and experience including supervisory experience.

Pulled from the full job description

• Paid parental leave
• AD&D insurance
• Parental leave
• Health insurance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance, * Comprehensive Benefits package (medical, dental, vision, etc.) for full-time employees
• Generous Vacation and Sick Leave Accrual
• Remote & Hybrid working opportunities
• County Retirement Program
• Autonomy to grow and find your career path with supportive leadership
• Truly inclusive and diverse environment
• Fitness Center (Historic Pueblo Courthouse Building)
• May be eligible for up to 12-week Paid Parental Leave Benefits (full-time employees), * Upon initial date of hire: earn eight (8) hours per month with a maximum accrual of 144 hours.
• After 5 years: earn twelve (12) hours per month with a maximum accrual of 216 hours.
• Ater 10 years: earn sixteen (16) hours per month with a maximum accrual of 288 hours.

RETIREMENT All Regular Full-Time employees and Elected Officials are required to participate in the County Retirement Plan upon completion of one (1) month of continuous employment. A pre-tax deduction of 8.25% will be deducted from the employee's monthly pay.

EMPLOYER MEDICAL CONTRIBUTION
Pueblo County's contribution toward the purchase of your benefit options on a tiered approach and based on which medical plan you elect.

If Benefit Selections:

 * Are greater than the employer contribution dollar amount, the difference is deducted from paycheck
 * Are equal to the employer contribution dollar amount, there is no effect on pay
 * Are less the employer contribution dollar amount, additional pay or cash back is not optional, Medical, Dental, & Vision Rates are for the 2026 Plan Year (effective January 1st, 2026)