What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mapping Technician position at The Franklin County Engineer's Office?
Description
Under the general supervision of the Director of Surveying & Tax Map, this position involves performing detailed reviews of legal descriptions, surveys, and subdivisions, editing GIS parcels, and supporting county projects through drafting and deed recording.
Examples of Duties
The Franklin County Engineer's Office offers a complete benefits package to full-time employees (defined as 30 hours/week for the purposes of benefits) including medical, dental, vision, behavioral health, life insurance, and short and long term disability. These benefits are provided by the Franklin County Cooperative and more details can be found at the following website:
https://bewell.franklincountyohio.gov/Benefits/Programs
All Positions At The Franklin County Engineer's Office Are Part Of The Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS). Each Employee Contributes 10% Of Their Gross Wages And The Engineer's Office Contributes 14%. More Information Can Be Found At
www.opers.org
Vacation leave is provided to all non-seasonal employees based on their years of service.
Sick leave is provided to all non-seasonal employees, with full-time employees earning approximately 15 days per year.
Full-time, non-seasonal employees receive 40 hours of Personal leave each year that must be used during the year or forfeited.
The County provides 11 paid Holidays per year.
The Franklin County Engineer's Office provides uniforms based on the position. As needed, steel-toed boots are also provided.
Under the general supervision of the Director of Surveying & Tax Map, this position involves performing detailed reviews of legal descriptions, surveys, and subdivisions, editing GIS parcels, and supporting county projects through drafting and deed recording.
Examples of Duties
- Conduct research and review existing legal descriptions for compliance with Franklin County Conveyance Standards using modern platforms such as Simplifile, email communication, and in-person interactions; ensure accuracy and adherence to standards in all conveyance processes; maintain up-to-date records and documentation for legal descriptions.
- Analyze and review new surveys, condominiums, and subdivisions to ensure they meet Minimum Standards for Boundary Surveys and Franklin County Conveyance Standards; update records and documentation to reflect accurate boundary information.
- Revise and update the GIS system to ensure consistency and accuracy in parcel fabric from legacy data; support the team in migrating legacy data to current schemas and formats; implement new layers and models to enhance GIS functionality.
- Edit GIS parcels for parcel splits, combinations, condominiums, and subdivisions based on information received from the Auditor’s Office; ensure all edits are accurately reflected in the GIS system; maintain detailed records of changes and updates to parcel data.
- Record deeds on behalf of the county, ensuring proper documentation and filing; address structures in unincorporated areas of Franklin County; perform scanning and maintenance of LBRS Centerline data; ensure all records are accurately maintained and accessible for future reference.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
- Possession of a bachelor’s degree in geography, geographic information systems, surveying, or a related field; and
- Over one (1) years up to and including two (2) years of relevant GIS, engineering, or surveying experience.
- Any combination of education, training and/or experience equivalent to the minimum qualifications stated above.
The Franklin County Engineer's Office offers a complete benefits package to full-time employees (defined as 30 hours/week for the purposes of benefits) including medical, dental, vision, behavioral health, life insurance, and short and long term disability. These benefits are provided by the Franklin County Cooperative and more details can be found at the following website:
https://bewell.franklincountyohio.gov/Benefits/Programs
All Positions At The Franklin County Engineer's Office Are Part Of The Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS). Each Employee Contributes 10% Of Their Gross Wages And The Engineer's Office Contributes 14%. More Information Can Be Found At
www.opers.org
Vacation leave is provided to all non-seasonal employees based on their years of service.
Sick leave is provided to all non-seasonal employees, with full-time employees earning approximately 15 days per year.
Full-time, non-seasonal employees receive 40 hours of Personal leave each year that must be used during the year or forfeited.
The County provides 11 paid Holidays per year.
The Franklin County Engineer's Office provides uniforms based on the position. As needed, steel-toed boots are also provided.