GIS Specialist

Forsyth County's Tax Administration Department has an opening for a GIS Specialist.  An employee in this position is responsible for maintaining and improving utilization of the software applications and hardware for the user community supported by GIS, as well as maintaining data integrity and assisting in the management of the GIS layers databases administered by those users. Work requires considerable knowledge of the GIS system as well as the instruction of staff in the proper procedures and practices for utilizing the GIS system. Work is performed under general supervision and is evaluated by the integrity and effectiveness of the GIS system and the review of task quality and progress.A successful candidate should have the following knowledge, skills and abilities:
Considerable knowledge of the editing, analysis, and output capabilities of GIS application software

A basic understanding of the concepts behind data management in a relational database

Considerable knowledge of standard practices, materials, and equipment used within your assigned functional team

Development of GIS computer system applications and solutions

Working knowledge of statutes and ordinances pertaining to mapping, GIS, and geospatial technologies

Working knowledge of computer software procedures, computer terminology, and computer hardware functions

Considerable skill in the use of GIS application software

Ability to research issues, recognize spatial relativity, properly interpret data, and achieve appropriate results

Ability to train employees in the operation of GIS application software

Ability to deal tactfully and courteously with the public; and to explain laws, policies, and procedures related to GIS

Ability to maintain effective working relationships with other employeesAssociates degree in Geography, Cartography, Photogrammetry, Remote Sensing, Surveying, Geology or related field.

6 years experience in property mapping using ArcGIS or other comparable GIS software.

Requires successful completion of IAAO Course 101 and 600, supplemented by course work and seminars regarding the use of products by ESRI or other comparable GIS organizations.

NCPMA Senior Mapper certification preferred.

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered for minimum qualification requirements.Essential duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Maintains and assists in the management of the Tax Assessor's GIS (Geographic Information System).

Analyzes needs and implements processes to integrate GIS capabilities with the assessment system and other office tasks.

Trains and advises staff on usage and operation of GIS software and Tax Assessment system.

Assists in review of staff edits to GIS layers, to maintain adherence to procedures and data integrity.

Performs complex special projects. Develops methods to increase efficiency and automation of output.

Provides information regarding GIS data to property owners, attorneys, surveyors, realtors, the general public, and coworkers.

Performs regular work for maintaining land records.

Performs other office tasks as required.