GIS Technician at Pottawatomie County

Westmoreland, Kansas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

21 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

21 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

GIS Software, Data Conversion, Map Reading, Legal Document Interpretation, Public Relations, Communication Skills, Organizational Skills, Technical Skills, Mathematical Skills, ArcGIS, MS Office, Customer Service, Research Skills, Problem Solving, Attention to Detail, Teamwork

Industry

Government Administration

Description

Description POSITION SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the Pottawatomie County Director of Geographic Information Systems, the GIS Technician is a non-exempt position under FLSA. The primary goal of this position is to assist in the creation and timely updating of the counties’ Geographic Information System. The position is responsible for the current upkeep of the GIS coverages and ownership tracking in the county. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (required): 1. Operates GIS computer equipment to view, plot maps, and edit coverages; 2. Responsible for the timely update of property ownership in the county; 3. Edits and updates existing GIS coverages; 4. Responsible for assisting other county offices & the general public with property ownership inquiries; 5. Creates hardcopy maps for Pottawatomie County Departments and the public; 6. Performs data conversion of county maps or other resources of data; 7. Responsible for supplying parcel ownership information to the other county offices; 8. Responsible for answering the telephone and assisting if possible; 9. Greeting and assisting the walk-in general public; 10. Researches title chains, ownership, easements as needed; 11. Performs mailing of requested documents to the general public or other entities; 12. Maintains regular and predictable attendance; 13. Ensures positive public relations with the public and other county employees. MARGINAL FUNCTIONS 1. Assumes the duties of Office Manager in the absence of the Director of Geographic Information Systems; 2. Performs bookkeeping duties for the GIS Office; 3. Executes typing of the GIS Office documents and correspondences; 4. Custodian of the GIS Office schedule; 5. Performs filing and other miscellaneous office duties; 6. Assists other departments with the use of ArcGIS software; 7. Attends meetings for the Director of Geographic Information Systems. Requirements EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Education: A high school diploma or GED is required. Training using GIS software (ESRI software preferred) is required, or any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the required knowledge, abilities and skills. Knowledge of chain of title relating to ownership of real property is desired. Experience: One to two years of similar or related experience is preferred. Employee is expected to have acquired the necessary information and skills to perform the job reasonably well within six months to one year of employment. WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to walk and sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY: Employee shall have the mathematical skills and the technical skills to operate computer systems and software such as MS Office, Arc/GIS, ORION, and KOMTEK. Employee must have the ability to read maps, read and interpret legal descriptions, read and interpret legal documents (ordinances, surveys, road records, court records). Excellent communication and organizational skills are required. PROBLEM SOLVING: The work involves tasks that require special knowledge regarding GIS software, GIS principles, GIS and cartography techniques and rules. DECISION MAKING: Decisions regarding what needs to be accomplished and how to achieve it includes the assessment of different circumstances, variations in approach, and incomplete or conflicting data. Different options must be considered and an independent decision made to successfully complete the project. SUPERVISION: This position acts under supervision of the Pottawatomie County Director of Geographic Information Systems. FINANCIAL ACCOUNTABILITY: This position is responsible for departmental equipment and resources but does not participate in the annual budget process. PERSONAL RELATIONS: Daily contact with the general public, county employees, other Department Heads, and occasional contact with County Commissioners and County Administrator is expected.

Responsibilities

The GIS Technician is responsible for the creation and timely updating of the county's Geographic Information System, including maintaining GIS coverages and property ownership tracking. The role also involves assisting the public and other county offices with inquiries and creating hardcopy maps.