GIS Mapping Technician

Under general supervision, creates and maintains various layers of data for the County’s Geographic Information System (GIS) and the ownership database. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities.  Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

• Maintains the County’s parcel layer; crates new parcels of land; edits existing parcels. 
• Updates ownership records; interprets deeds and other legal documents. 
• Assists County departments, surveyors, other cities, and the general public with acquiring maps and related information. 
• Compiles various data and information. 
• Performs other duties as assigned. 

WORKING ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL DEMANDS:  

Work is performed in a standard office environment and involves sitting for extended periods of time, standing, walking, bending reaching, and lifting of objects up to 25 pounds.

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS:

High School Diploma or GED equivalent some college course completion preferred; AND three (3) years of mapping experience.

Depending on area of assignment, a valid Driver’s License, Notary Public License, and/or other specialized certifications may be required.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

Knowledge of: 

• Modern office procedures. 
• County and department policies and procedures. 
• Cadastral mapping, GIS systems, and related software. 
• Customer service and phone etiquette. 

Skills in: 

• Interpreting legal documents.
• Completing mathematic calculations. 
• Working independently.
• Operating a computer and mapping and drafting equipment. 
• Demonstrating attention to detail and organization.