Title: Mapping Manager (Hybrid Work Schedule)
Job Number: 242
Salary: $94,612.44 - $151,134.62
Department/Office: Public Works & Development
Division: Support Services
Location: 6924 S. Lima St., Centennial, CO, 80112
Job Type: Salary Full-Time
Posting Date: 12/16/2025
Closing Date: 12/30/2025
The Arapahoe County government serves its communities in ways both obvious and obscure. As the beating heart of local and regional government, we’re here for our neighbors on their best days—and their worst. We share our residents’ goals of preserving our quality of life and strive to be the place we’re proud to call home.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF JOB:
The GIS Manager supervises the GIS/Mapping Section of the Support Services Division, serving as a member of the PWD leadership team. The position oversees mapping and GIS services provided within PWD, to other County departments/offices, and to the public. This position works with a high degree of independence and professional discretion within the assigned area of responsibility.
DUTIES:
Leadership and Supervision
- Provides supervision and leadership for the GIS team through a collaborative, team approach. Meets regularly with team members to provide support and feedback. Fosters an inclusive and collaborative work environment in which staff are encouraged to develop, grow, and perform their best.
- Performs the full range of supervisory duties, including recruiting, hiring, training and development, coaching and mentoring, conflict resolution, assigning and reviewing work, scheduling, employee recognition, and performance reviews/management. Develops, monitors, and determines staff workload responsibilities and resource allocation.
- Coordinates with the Division Manager (DM) to establish annual operational and strategic goals for the GIS/Mapping Section and priorities, goals, and objectives for individual staff performance.
- Strives for continuous improvement by identifying and implementing process improvements to increase efficiency, reduce costs, and/or improve delivery of service.
- Collaborates with colleagues in PWD and other County departments/offices to build and maintain positive working relationships and ensure that the GIS/Mapping Section is providing a high level of service to internal and external customers.
- Provides leadership and support in implementing change initiatives that are initiated at the Division, Department, or County level.
- Tracks and reviews data in support of existing performance measures. Makes recommendations for new measures that would benefit operations.
- Keeps GIS team members apprised of ongoing issues and projects, changes in procedures/policies, and other information needed to perform their jobs.
Management of Program
- Develops and implements GIS standards and protocols ensuring that GIS programs adhere to established timelines and quality standards.
- Performs and oversees GIS databases and layers, spatial analyses, and ensures data accuracy and consistency.
- Manages the full lifecycle of GIS Support Initiative projects, from solicitation to completion.
- Coordinates with the County GIS Administrator on projects to meet business needs and to ensure conformance with best practices.
- Coordinates with Assessor’s Office staff on Assessor Tax Map GIS work.
- Plays a leadership role in the County’s GIS Users Group, developing enhanced GIS services.
- Supervises the acquisition and development of GIS data and the provision of GIS support to other PWD divisions, including HUTF annual reporting, CRS reporting, custom map development, and more.
- Responsible for the coordination of the Mapping Section's contributions to ArapaMap.
- Ensures that policies, procedures, and portions of the PWD Operations Manual that apply to the Mapping Section are kept current and relevant.
REQUIREMENTS:
Skills, Abilities and Competencies:
- Knowledge of GIS data collection practices and systems.
- Knowledge of GIS project scopes and workflows.
- Ability to develop and enforce GIS standards, policies, and standard operating procedures.
- Ability to translate complex GIS concepts into clear, actionable information for non‐technical stakeholders (engineers, planners, elected officials, and the public).
- Ability to analyze complex and ambiguous problems, develop well-reasoned recommendations, and effectively implement solutions.
- Ability to manage a high workload and effectively prioritize to achieve desired results.
- Ability to learn and operate standard office equipment and a variety of computer systems, applications, and specialized software.
- Ability to direct and coordinate the work of professional, technical, and support staff.
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Behavioral Competencies (these are required for all positions at ACG):
- Accountability
- Accessibility
- Inclusivity
- Integrity
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor's degree with major coursework in geographical information systems, informational technology, urban planning, environmental science, or a closely related field.
- Minimum of six (6) years professional-level GIS experience.
- Any equivalent combination of education and work experience that satisfy the requirements of the job may be considered.
Preferred Education and Experience:
Previous supervisory experience.
Pre-Employment Additional Requirements:
- Must successfully pass pre-employment testing which includes an acceptable motor vehicle record (MVR) and background check.
- Possession of a valid Class “R” Colorado Driver’s License or the ability to obtain one within two weeks of appointment.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Work is primarily performed in a standard office environment.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The following are some of the physical demands commonly associated with this position.
- Spends 70% of the time sitting and 30% of the time either standing or walking.
- Occasionally lifts, carries, pulls or pushes up to 20 lbs.
- Occasionally uses cart, dolly, or other equipment to carry in excess of 20 lbs.
- Occasionally climbs, stoops, kneels, balances, reaches, crawls and crouches while performing office or work duties.
- Verbal and auditory capacity enabling constant interpersonal communication through automated devices, such as telephones, radios, and similar; and in public meetings and personal interactions.
- Constant use of eye, hand and finger coordination enabling the use of automated office machinery or equipment.
- Visual capacity enabling constant use of computer or other work-related equipment.
Definitions:
- Occasionally: Activity exists less than 1/3 of the time.
- Frequently: Activity exists between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time.
- Constantly: Activity exists more than 2/3 of the time.
** Arapahoe County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation or any other status protected under the law. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity in any term, condition, or privilege of employment and that selection decisions are based on job-related factors. Arapahoe County is committed to making employment accessible to persons with disabilities.
** In accordance with Senate Bill 23-058, applicants understand that Arapahoe County will not request or require the applicant to include their age, date of birth, or date of attendance/graduation date on the initial application. Applicants understand that Arapahoe County can request or require an individual to provide documentation including copies of certification, transcripts, and other materials created by a third party. The applicant understands that the applicant can redact, if they so choose, information that identifies age, date of birth, or dates of attendance/graduation from an educational institution on those requested/required certification, transcripts and other materials created by a third party.
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