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Form of workUnder general supervision, performs technical work in the preparation of GIS System coverage, shape files and other related forms of data using Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) programs and a variety of method and software. The purpose of this position is to provide and maintain visual information and maps detailing property ownership, location in the County, labels assigned to property, size, and dimensions. This position maintains and archives maps, property descriptions and related records, and processes property splits/combinations while providing customer service.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
This position does not supervise employees.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
TIME SPENT
- Uses GlS System coverage, shape files, and other forms of related digital data, including CAD files, databases, and spreadsheets to compile and maintain accurate maps and property descriptions for the identification and assessment of property; assists in cleaning up data and making corrections in response to changes and additional data sets integrated into GIS, updates digital data layers, and creates corresponding maps; researches recorded instruments, survey data, source maps, and photographs to determine accurate location and name of boundaries and other map features; scans, rectifies, and compiles data, builds topology, enters data attributes; checks for errors, and verifies accuracy; assists with the planning and prioritizing project work in consideration of deadlines and resources available to complete work and establishes drafting standards; reviews all computerized drawings and maintains quality control standards.
30%
- Plans new splits and combines property parcels including subdivisions map books and the updating of property lines on Assessor's maps as a result of property transactions, road, and other realignment of tax area lines; assigns parcel numbers to subdivisions and splits.
20%
- Processes new property splits and combinations to create new parcel numbers as requested by customers either per deed, Record of Survey, or written request; researches deeds, legal decisions, and other official documents to assist in verifying land titles before preparing maps; revises and updates map indexes: reviews and checks maps prepared by subordinate personnel or presented for accuracy and measurement of lots and boundaries; scans records of survey and plat maps; Maintains various tables for maps and split and combination information; copies and sorts records of survey; makes large-scale copies for distribution; inputs data into appropriate tables and forms.
30%
- Provides customer service assistance in person and via telephone to the public, internal departments, outside agencies, title companies, appraisers and realtors by providing information regarding surveys, boundaries, easements, property ownership, parcel numbers, acreage, instructions for accessing maps online, and breakdown for well information, roads and similar matters.
10%
- Converts hand drawn parcel maps into CAD maps and creates information for new subdivisions including acreage, meets and bounds, and parcel numbers; uses a computer-aided mapping system, as well as manual drafting and graphics methods, to plot, compile, draft, and revise maps by adding new roads, boundary changes, name changes, parcel changes, subdivisions, easements, and lot splits and other new features: redraws and corrects old area and district maps by checking with official records and surveys; updates and produces overlay maps to depict such information as boundary, water and topographic.
10%
- Performs other duties as assigned.
BUDGET RESPONSIBILITIES
This position has no responsibility over any types of budget.
PROJECT RESPONSIBILITIES
This position does not have project responsibilities.
ORAL COMMUNICATION DUTIES
This position trains colleagues.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATION DUTIES
This position creates or edits documents, internal memos, emails and reports.
INTERACTIONS WITH THE GENERAL PUBLIC
Interacts extensively with employees, customers, the general public, vendors, regulatory bodies, and other groups and/or individuals and Institutions over the telephone, by email, and/or in person.
INTERACTIONS SPECIFICALLY WITH CUSTOMERS
Frequently (more than 25% but less than 40% in a year).
MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED
Associate's Degree in Drafting or related field.
MINIMUM YEARS OF DIRECTLY RELATED EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
Five (5) years' technical experience in the creation and maintenance of a GIS System including work with related
database information and data from other sources including CAD, parcel mapping, zoning mapping and aerial or
satellite images, drafting; or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
PROFESSIONAL CREDENTIALS REQUIRED
Completion of International Association of Assessing Officers (IAAO) Courses 600 Principles and Techniques of
Cadastral Mapping AND 601 Cadastral Mapping Methods and Applications OR ability to complete within 1 year of hire.
Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License.
KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED
Cartography, drafting principles and practices; advanced CAD techniques; legal descriptions; plat and parcel maps; records of survey; deeds; general office practices and equipment; standard office software applications; customer service standards and protocol: project management techniques.
SKILLS REQUIRED
Active learning, analytical thinking, critical thinking, customer service, problem recognition, problem solving,
matching differences in features, multi-tasking, developing, and maintaining County land maps with accurate tax
parcel information.
ABILITIES REQUIRED
Solve problems sensibly and swiftly, recognize problems, perform complex mathematical operations manually and within spreadsheets, perceptually compare attributes, maintain auditory attention, utilize and apply drafting principles and techniques; read/interpret maps and legal descriptions; create County land maps using AutoCAD; draw and update map information; split and combine property parcels; assign parcel numbers; scan records of survey and plat maps; export graphic images to different formats, aggregates image catalogs, maintain property files, tables and documentation; assist property owners and other relevant parties; communicate effectively and follow oral/written instructions; utilizes standard office equipment and software; plans and administers map system.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- Routinely sits to operate special equipment and complete a program.
- Occasionally lifts up to 50 lbs. of work-related materials or equipment.
- Requires dexterity for keyboard operation and for special gadgets.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Incumbents in this position constantly spend time in an office environment and in automobiles.
SAFETY RISK EXPOSURE
Incumbents in this position are generally not exposed to safety risk.
PROTECTIVE GEAR & SAFETY MANUAL
Incumbents in this position are required to constantly follow written safety procedures and manuals relevant to the division or department.
CONSEQUENCES OF ERROR
Potential errors can cause inconveniences to other employees, and/or delays in related work areas. Delays of services are possible.
Employment Type: Full-Time
