Job Description

JOB LOCATION

15151 E Alameda Pkwy Aurora, Colorado 80012-1555

City of Aurora, Colorado

It is an exciting time to work for the City of Aurora, we're growing and looking for dedicated and collaborative individuals to join our team of talented and valued employees. Excellent organizations have a set of principles, or core values, that are used to implement their mission and vision. Those values represent the touchstone for the organization, guiding the decisions of the individuals and the organization. At the City of Aurora, we demonstrate our excellence by modeling the CORE 4 Values of:Integrity,Respect, Professionalism, andCustomer Service, and we welcome all who share these values to apply.

Why Work for Aurora?

• Make a difference in the lives of real people every day
• Diverse community
• Competitive total compensation package
• Well-Funded General Employees Retirement Plan
• Light rail station minutes away
• On-site fitness center and overall employee well-being programs Internal educational programs to assist with career advancement
• Access to innovation workspaces

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Salary for this position is $96,800-$121,000/Annually.

The deadline to submit applications is May 28h, 2026. Please note, the City of Aurora will conduct ongoing screenings of applications on a first-come, first-serve basis; as soon as we determine a qualified pool of applicants exists, this position may be closed without notice.

The DataAnalyticsSupervisoris responsible for leading data governance, analytics, and performance measurement initiatives across Aurora Fire Rescue. This position supports operational and strategic decision-making through advanced analytics, reporting, and predictive modeling.

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervision of the AFR data and data team

• Develop, implement, and maintain data governance standards and practices for AFR data systems

• Analyze fire, EMS, and emergency response data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement

• Build predictive models to support call volume forecasting, staffing, and resource deployment

• Design and maintain dashboards, reports, and performance metrics (e.g., response times, service demand, unit reliability)

• Ensure compliance with reporting standards and regulatory requirements (e.g., NFIRS, NEMSIS)

• Develop and maintain data sources integrating various systems while ensuring data quality, integrity, and standardization across multiple systems

• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including Fire Operations, EMS, Emergency Management, Members Services, Community Risk Reduction, and City departments

• Provide data-driven recommendations to command staff and executive leadership

• Support command staff with situational awareness tools during high demand or major incidents, including activation of the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) as needed

• Collect, analyze, and present data; cross compare and analyze data from Community Operations, Members Services, Community Risk Reduction, and Business Services and present predictive and causative analytics, providing an understanding of department-wide data

• Evaluate and implement new technologies and tools to improve analytics capabilities

• Perform other duties as assigned

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that

are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any

time with or without notice.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & WORKING CONDITIONS

An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, Public Administration, or a related field

Experience:

• At leastfive(5) years of experience in data analysis, data science, business intelligence, or a closely related field, including three (3) years of supervisory

• Experience working with large, complex datasets and multiple data sources

• Experience developing reports and dashboards for operational and executive audiences

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in public safety, fire service, EMS, or emergency management analytics

• Master’s degree in a related field

• Proficiency with GIS and geospatial analysis tools (e.g., ArcGIS)

• Experience working with CAD, RMS, or other public safety systems

• Experience with predictive analytics and machine learning techniques

Knowledge:

• Knowledge ofSQL, Python, R, and data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau)

• Knowledge of data governance frameworks, data quality management, and data lifecycle practices

• Knowledge of statistical analysis, predictive modeling, and data science methodologies

• Knowledge of data privacy, security, and regulatory compliance requirements

• Knowledge of performance measurement frameworks and key performance indicators (KPIs) in public safety or government operations

Skills:

• Skill in analyzing complex data, solving problems, and presenting findings to varied audiences”

• Skill in data quality assessment and remediation techniques

• Skill in developing and validating predictive models for forecasting and resource allocation

• Skill in data visualization and dashboard development using modern BI tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau)

• Skill in communicating complex technical information to non-technical audiences

• Skill in facilitating cross-functional collaboration with diverse stakeholders

Abilities:

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationshipswith diverse stakeholders including employees, leadership, community members, and elected officials

• Ability to communicate complex technical information to non-technical audiences

• Ability to maintain accuracy and attention to detail in high-stakes environments

• Ability to translate operational problems into data-driven analytical solutions

• Ability to lead and manage a technical team in a dynamic, mission-critical environment

• Ability to evaluate emerging technologies and recommend appropriate tools and systems

Licenses and Certifications Required:

• Valid driver’s licenseorability to meet the transportation requirements of the position

Essential Personnel:

• When a local announcement of emergency or disaster is declared by thecity, all City of Aurora employees may be required to work as essential personnel.

Physical Demands:

• Light physical workthat involves moving no more than 20 pounds at a time with or without assistance

• Occasionallifting, carrying, walking and standing

• Ability to review and interpret reports and other written documents with or without reasonable accommodation

• Ability to communicate with employees, contractors, and residents in field environments, with or without reasonable accommodation

Work Environment:

• Worksprimarilyin anoffice environment

• Occasional off-site workmay occurin a noisy environment, with exposure to dust, chemicals,odors,fumes, andall types of weather conditions

Equipment Used:

• Uses standard office equipment including personal computer and common office software such as email, internet, Word, Excel

• This position may require the incumbent to occasionally use personal equipment (e.g. vehicle, cell phone, tools, etc.) in the course of their employment

The city of Aurora will implement furlough days (unpaid days off) for most employees in 2026. The scheduled furlough dates are January 16, April 10, July 2, and December 24.

For Veterans preference: Please show all of your employment history, including military service and related documentation (DD214) on the application.

The City of Aurora is an equal opportunity employer. We are required by state and federal agencies to keep certain statistical records on applicants. It will not be used in any way to discriminate against you because of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, creed, national origin, disability or military status, gender identity, unless related to a bona fide occupational qualification as defined by the Colorado Civil Rights Commission and the Equal Opportunity Commission.

Despite the changes in Colorado law, the City of Aurora maintains a drug-free workplace. A positive test of marijuana is grounds for disqualification and ineligibility for employment with the city for one year or termination once hired.

Drug Testing, Thorough Criminal Background Check, and Employment References:
As a condition of employment, all applicants selected for employment with the City of Aurora must undergo a thorough criminal background check.

Applicants selected for safety-sensitive positions are required to complete and pass a drug screening as a condition of employment. Safety sensitive positions include Civil Service positions within Police and Fire Departments and positions where their job responsibilities have direct and substantial responsibility that would impact the health and safety of others.

Employment references will be conducted on finalists for City of Aurora vacancies.