Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Technician II

THE POSITION

Washington County's Department of Assessment and Taxation (A&T) is currently seeking a Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Technician II to join their team!

The Opportunity

The GIS/Cartography team uses land records like deeds, surveys, and plats along with GIS software to create a base map of property boundaries in the County. This taxlot map layer provides the foundation for calculation and collection of property taxes in Washington County, which are used to support schools, libraries, public safety, and other community services. It's also used by emergency response and countless other agencies, businesses, and individuals.

In addition to creating taxlot maps, the GIS/Cartography Section of A&T is also responsible for processing property ownership changes based on recorded deeds and other documents, updating taxing district boundaries to ensure properties are taxed in the correct jurisdictions, maintaining the main situs address repository for the County, and helping customers with mapping and ownership questions.

Please note, this recruitment may be used to fill future GIS Technician II positions.

The Team

• 1 Supervisor
• 1 GIS Analyst
• 1 GIS Technician III
• 4 GIS Technician II's
• 2 Administrative Specialist II's
  
  

What You'll Do

• Analyze and interpret legal descriptions and other data from land records like deeds, surveys, and plats to determine the boundaries of properties in Washington County and who owns them
• Create and edit GIS taxlot map data and annotation in ESRI ArcGIS Pro, ensuring it is up to date and accurate
• Assist customers including the public, other County staff, and external agencies with questions related to property boundaries, ownership, and jurisdiction
• Research and analyze complicated property history information, determine a course of action, then update our maps and/or explain detailed and technical information to non-technical parties
• Work closely with other County partners, such as Recording, Property Tax Collections, and our County Surveyor's office
  
  

The Ideal Candidate

• Experience with land records and data, including legal descriptions, deeds, surveys, and/or plats
• Experience with GIS systems and applications
• Highly detail-oriented and capable of independently managing tasks and workload
• Comfortable with customer service and skilled at explaining complicated topics to a diverse customer base
• Able to prioritize and manage multiple tasks at once, maintaining focus and handling interruptions with patience and professionalism
• Enthusiastic about learning new software and implementing upgrades, including troubleshooting, finding bugs, and having a proactive approach to overcoming challenges
  
  

We are seeking a GIS professional with experience in land records and creating tax assessor maps. The ideal candidate does not necessarily need experience in an assessor's office specifically; other related experience such as deed preparation, title company work, land surveying, or similar fields will also be considered. If you are passionate about using your technical skills to contribute to your community, we encourage you to apply for this exciting and rewarding opportunity!

Essential Job Duties

Classification descriptions are typically written broadly. To review the required knowledge, skills and abilities for this classification (position), please use this link: Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Technician II

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Associate's Degree AND two (2) years of experience in the use and operation of GIS systems and applications; OR
• Four (4) years of experience in the use and operation of GIS systems and applications.
  
  

Additional Licenses, Certificates, Physical Abilities, And Specialty Requirements

• Some positions may require possession of a driver's license valid in the State of Oregon and acceptable driving record per Washington County policy.
• Must successfully pass a comprehensive background check post offer.
  
  

Please be clear and specific in the applicable sections of the employment application about how your background is relevant. This information must also be consistent with your supplemental question responses. Please note: Answers to the supplemental questions are typically evaluated separately from your application.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

• Apply Today: We ask that you complete and submit an online application, which will be used to screen for minimum qualifications (MQs) and to determine starting pay in accordance with the provision of the Oregon Equal Pay Law
• MQ Review: HR will screen applications for minimum qualifications after the posting closes.
• Panel Interview(s): Our goal is to schedule panel interviews with candidates that meet the minimum qualifications as soon as possible.
• Conditional Offer: The top candidate will be required to successfully clear a third-party background check and driving check as pre-employment condition.
  
  

Please note: candidates that are successful in the evaluation process may have their applications referred for additional vacancies in the same classification.

Our Commitment To You

Washington County is an equal opportunity employer committed to using a merit-based system in which recruiting, selecting, and advancing employees is based on knowledge, skills, and abilities. Our organization embraces innovation, collaboration, and work-life harmony. We promote employee development and offer an award-winning benefits and wellness program as well as an opportunity to serve and support our vibrant community .

Veterans' Preference

If you are a Veteran and would like to be considered for a Veterans' preference for this recruitment, please review the instructions using this link: Veterans' Preference Points .

Accommodation Under The Americans With Disabilities Act

Reasonable accommodation is available to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing this application or participating in the selection process for this recruitment. To obtain confidential assistance please contact Human Resources 503-846-8606, or e-mail: Careers@WashingtonCountyOR.gov at least 48 hours before any step in the recruitment and selection process for which you feel you need accommodation.

Status of Your Application

You will be advised by e-mail of your status at each step in the application process, from initial application to final employment disposition. Please note that Washington County communicates with all candidates via email. If you "opt out" or "unsubscribe" from email notifications in NEOGOV, it will impact our ability to communicate with you about this and other recruitments.

Questions Regarding This Recruitment?

Contact Brighton Bohnenkamp, Talent Acquisition Business Partner

Brighton_Bohnenkamp@washingtoncountyor.gov

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