GIS Mapping Technician I

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YOU MUST COMPLETE THE APPLICATION IN ITS ENTIRETY AND SUBMIT THE APPLICATION BEFORE IT CAN BE SAVED IN THE SYSTEM.

YOU MUST ANSWER ALL REQUIRED QUESTIONS AND COMPLETE ALL REQUIRED SECTIONS OF THIS APPLICATION TO BE CONSIDERED FOR EMPLOYMENT WITH IREDELL COUNTY

OVERVIEW & PURPOSE:

Performs a variety of independent technical administrative, clerical, research, processing and public contact work in the County Tax Department with responsibility for a specialized program or activity.  Performs a variety of independent technical, administrative, clerical, research, processing and public contact work in the County Tax Department with responsibility for a specialized program or activity. Researches deeds and linking them to prior deeds to determine location and rightful ownership of property; identifies the parcel with the correct tax parcel number to assist in completing property ownership; records information into GIS database.  Receives and services the public by answering their phone calls, transferring calls to the proper staff contact, and assists the public researching of land maps, identifying parcels, printing maps, and use of GIS.  Corresponds with lawyers and surveyors to resolve discrepancies and vague references in parcel identification and land transfers. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Works in a specific Program within the Tax Department; answers questions from the public; enters information into program-specific databases and proofs for accuracy; maintains program files.

Answers the phone and works with customers at division customer service desk; retrieves information and explains procedures for own Division and answers general questions about other Programs.

Backs up other Programs as needed in tasks such as processing mail and collecting payments.

WORKING IN GIS/MAPPING:

Researches deeds and linking them to prior deeds to determine location and rightful ownership of property; identifies the parcel with the correct tax parcel number to assist in completing property ownership; records information into GIS database.

Receives and services the public by answering their phone calls, transferring calls to the proper staff contact, and assists the public researching of land maps, identifying parcels, printing maps, and use of GIS.

Corresponds with lawyers and surveyors to resolve discrepancies and vague references in parcel identification and land transfers. 

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS:

Assists in other Divisions and assignments as needed. 

Performs related work as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

Thorough knowledge of the North Carolina Machinery Act and County tax policies concerning the area to which assigned in specialized listing and billing or in real property exemptions, records and property transfers.

Considerable knowledge of modern office practices and procedures and computer databases and word processing and spreadsheet programs used in the preparation of records and conducting research.

Skill in use of required computer programs and accuracy in preparation of reports, legal instruments and data retrieval.

Ability to work independently and organize work to accomplish program goals.

Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written form.

Ability to review information and determine problems and errors, and to apply specific program knowledge to unusual situations.

Ability to deal courteously and tactfully with the general public in explaining tax laws and policies.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships as necessitated by work assignments.

Ability to maintain accurately records and reports and compute figures rapidly and accurately.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE “REQUIREMENTS”:

Graduation from High School and considerable experience in real estate preferably in a tax-related field; or Associate’s Degree in a related field and responsible experience in real estate  work; or an equivalent combination of experience and training.Graduation from high school. Experience in clerical/accounting work preferably involving public contact. Some experience in tax related work preferred; or an equivalent combination of experience and training.

ADDITIONAL “REQUIREMENTS”:

Successful completion of Program-Specific Certification and Courses such as Listing and Assessing and Property Mappers Certification within timeframes specified by the County.

“PREFERRED” QUALIFICATIONS:

Some experience with GIS.

Some experience working with legal documents.

Salary : $47,155 - $60,358