GIS Technician - I

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25% -Technical Knowledge of GIS Software. Stays updated on ESRI ArcMap Software through classes and hands-on education.

30% - Public Relations. Professional relations with taxpayers, contractors, other offices and municipalities. Supply map information in a variety of mediums.

30% - Clerical. Maintain paperwork on billing, sales, petty cash, budget line items, etc.

10% - Personal Appearance. Projects a professional appearance by taste in dress and personal hygiene.

5% - Safety. Familiar with procedures related to use and handling of ammonia used in blue print machines.

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GIS Technician I – Responsibilities:

Maintain the County Appraiser’s maps in compliance with KSA 79-1459, including interpreting property legal descriptions, plats, and surveys, and accurately drawing them on mylar maps.

Create and edit digital maps in geodatabases and shapefiles using ESRI ArcMap software.

Add annotations and text to digital map layers for clarity and accuracy.

Link Excel spreadsheets, derived from county Appraiser’s CAMA files, to generate specific maps.

Digitize subdivisions, agricultural maps, and other relevant data using a digitizer table.

Create custom maps by delineating parcels with graphic tools or querying map layers in ArcMap using tools like Buffer.Perform quality control (QC) work on map layers using ArcCatalog and ArcView to ensure data accuracy and integrity. Create ArcReader maps utilizing ArcPublisher software.

Manage aerial photos and vector layers through ArcSDE. Perform data entry tasks within the Appraiser’s property records system. Curate and maintain the Map Work Card archive for future reference. Plot large-format paper maps from digital files for physical distribution.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS: (*Required prior to employment)

1. Knowledge of office policies and procedures.

2. Knowledge of the principles, techniques and equipment used with ESRI ArcMap software.*

3. Knowledge of legal terminology concerning land descriptions.*

4. Knowledge of land surveying sufficient to convert data for mapping.*

5. Knowledge of property transaction records located in the County departments.

6. Knowledge of photogrammetry, geo referencing digital images.

7. Knowledge of data input and conversion capabilities to allow graphic and non-graphic data to be converted separately and linked together at a later date using Excel, Access, and ArcMap.

8. Knowledge of graphic routine that calculates the area of a parcel and the knowledge to locate database records by graphic element.

9. Skill in performing complex map drafting, and computing areas and closures from legal descriptions and maps using algebra, geometry and a trigonometry.*

10. Skill in operating and maintaining map reproduction equipment like blue print machines, large format plotters, scribe and radiograph pens, protractors, engineer’s scales, land compass and other equipment necessary for map preparation.*

11. Skill in interpreting and reading various types of maps.*

12. Skill in verbal and written communications and in public speaking.*

13. Skill in computer data entry, access and revision.*

14. Skill in combining Orthophotos, and many other digital map layers in various world projections using ESRI ArcMap software to produce final maps.*

15. Skill in accessing the work station and file creation, setup and design of digital map layers.

16. Skill in business telephone etiquette.*

17. Skill in Microsoft Word, Excel and Access.

ILLUSTRATIVE TASKS (This is not an inclusive list; other tasks/duties may be assigned.)

1. Calculates and transfers the dimensions of properties onto Orthophoto maps, places Mylar overlays on Orthophoto maps and adjusts the overlay to real world coordinates. Computes measurements to map scale using engineer’s scales, angles, protractors, templates and planimeter for square footage. Makes geometric and algebraic calculations to identify area radii, bearings, lengths, deflection angles and distances to points along curves. Depicts measurements by graphics for mapping, converts archaic measurement standards on old maps into standard measurement and compensates for photo distortion in calculations due to splicing or topography of the land.

2. Digitally creates and corrects property dimensions, lot numbers, plat blocks, etc as annotation in ESRI digital layers. Transforming and adjusting digital map layer in various map projections.

3. Operates and maintains map reproduction equipment, setting gauges to appropriate settings, adjusting timing switch to the proper speed, inserting Mylar overlay into blue print machinery and checks settings. Runs copy through developer operation and periodically replaces ammonia and bulbs and performs other routine maintenance.

4. Researches historical ownership of property by researching ownership books in the Register of Deeds Office.

5. Researches events and sites of historical significance in Leavenworth County through books, maps, records, and site visits.

6. Transfers data from Mylar maps through digitizing and using precision key-in to update geographical information system.

7. Creates cells and cell libraries for efficient computer use.

8. Manipulates reference files, and designs computer formats and graphic elements.

9. Establishes level symbols for future use according to text, line configuration, weight and color.

10. Merge new maps to the master base map files and uses plotters to plot maps.

11. Converts digital CAMA data to excel tables and links them together with ESRI software to create graphic maps and query data results.

12. Use graphic operations to maintain graphic and non-graphic data.

13. Creates clean digitizing line work through application software.

14. Logs all certificates of survey and new subdivisions in alphabetical order to update the database.

15. Performs back up files on daily work files.

ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

Work is performed in a modern office setting.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

· High School Diploma or GED.

· At least one year of experience in drafting or GIS-related tasks, specifically using ESRI ArcMap Software.

· Basic knowledge of geographic information systems (GIS), including map creation, data entry, and digital file management.

· Proficiency in operating and maintaining GIS hardware and software, including digitizing tables and software like ArcCatalog and ArcView.

· Familiarity with data management and maintenance in GIS databases and geodatabases.

· Ability to interpret legal descriptions, plats, and surveys for map creation.

· Strong attention to detail and ability to perform quality control (QC) checks on map layers.

· Good organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

· Basic knowledge of mapping standards and regulations.

· Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

· Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

· Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

· Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, etc.) for data management and mapping tasks.

ADA/PHYSICAL DEMANDS

1. Must be adequate for data entry, drafting, digitizing, and

reading microfiche and a variety of documents. Cannot be color blind.

2. Must be adequate for normal conversation and telephone communication.

3. Must be able to speak English clearly and clarify or give detailed

facts and information.

4. 20% of the time – some standing when filing or researching

records or when doing on-site research.

5. 30% of the time – required when doing on site research and

when going between work stations or when going to other departments.

6. 50% of the time – while doing drafting, digitizing, and related

clerical duties.

7. 50 pounds – requires some lifting of records, inserting and

retrieving Mylars from file drawers, loading paper rolls into plotters.

8. 40 pounds – minimal requirement, inserting and retrieving

Mylars from file drawers.

9. Requires some ability to climb and walk through rural and

undeveloped areas when doing on-site research.

10. Considerable stooping and kneeling required when filing and

when photographing sites.

11. Considerable reaching and handling required on most tasks.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24.03 - $26.01 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Ability to Commute:

• Leavenworth, KS 66048 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Leavenworth, KS 66048: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $24 - $26