Business Intelligence Analyst presso Aurora City Government

JOB LOCATION

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, and Customer 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

Hiring Salary for this position is $76,155 - $95,194 annually.

The deadline to submit applications is November 10th, 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 Business Intelligence Analyst will collaborate with other Business Intelligence Analysts, department members, and IT analysts to design and implement tools required for data integration, visualization, and reporting. This role also entails ensuring the accuracy and integrity of data within reports and dashboards. With 3+ years of experience, you will bring your expertise to the forefront, utilizing data visualization tools like Power Automate, PowerApps, Power BI, SSRS and SSMS. Effective communication and organizational skills align with the dynamic and fast-paced nature of this role, supporting Aurora Police Department’s overarching goal of improving safety in the community.

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develops data visualizations utilizing tools like PowerBI, Power Apps, Power Automate, and SSRS.

• Creates reports and dashboards to support the business needs of the organization.

• Maintains evolving user expertise in department databases and reporting requirements.

• Processes and mines complex multi-source data, including data cleaning and editing.

• Reviews all reporting to ensure the accuracy and integrity of data within the report and dashboards.

• Assists in the identification and planning of complex operational and administrative trend studies based on multiple data sources such as crime data, response time, and staffing.

• Performs other related 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 computer science, Information Systems, statistics, or related field

Experience:

• 1 year of related experience in SQL database management and PowerBI or Power Automate

Preferred Qualifications: 

• 3 years progressively responsible related experience in SQL database management

• 2 years progressively responsible experience in PowerBI and Power Apps.

Knowledge:

• Knowledge of PowerBI.

• Experience with Microsoft Power App products, SQL and SSRS Report Builder

Skills: 

• Strong interpersonal, analytical, oral and written communication skills

• Strong assessment and problem-solving skills.

• Advanced skill in the use of personal computers, including spreadsheets, database management and word processing.

• Skill in SQL to support query needs and report writing.

• Excellent collaboration and communication skills to work effectively with stakeholders, developers, and data scientists; capability to foster hyper-collaboration and enable a culture of continuous learning.

Abilities: 

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, customers, and other City departments.

• Handle situations with tact and diplomacy.

• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

• Establish and fulfill goals and objectives.

• Proactively research, analyze, present recommendations and when appropriate, implement computer system changes and upgrades that may be initiated by a variety of sources including staff, management, and vendors.

Licenses and Certifications Required: 

• None

WORKING CONDITIONS

Essential Personnel:

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

Physical Demands:

• Light work that involves moving no more than 20 pounds at a time.

• Occasional Standing/Walking- Occurs up to 31 minutes to 2.5 hours per shift.

• Occasionally lifting 10 pounds overhead, carrying, walking, and standing.

• Frequent hand/eye coordination for operation of a computer keyboard and other office equipment

• Vision for reading and interpreting reports and data analysis and preparation

• Frequent speech communication, hearing and listening to maintain communication with employees and citizens.

Work Environment:

• Normally works in a clean, comfortable environment.

• System support issues may require working outside of the office environment and in or around emergency response vehicles.

Equipment Used:

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

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.