MAPPING TECHNICIAN 3

Purpose of Classification

The purpose of this classification is to, under general supervision, performs duties related to processing
property assessment data and assisting customers in obtaining information. Duties include but not
limited to; entering limited data (graphical/non-graphical) into database and modifications if needed;
entering transfers from deeds to database system to maintain information; performing general clerical
duties such as typing, filing, copying, and other duties as assigned by the Director Cadastral Mapping.

Essential Functions

The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or
all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Enters data (graphic/non-graphical) into the computer database, making modifications as needed.
• Maintains graphical quality control and database quality control by checking data entered for accuracy
• Enters transfers from deeds to the computer database system to properly maintain information.
• Answers customer questions and provides mapping information for the public and various agencies in
  person and over the telephone.
• Creates and maintains graphical files to be used for analysis, to be used for reference, or to be merged with other files; archives files as needed.
• Creates, edits, and submits tax maps to be plotted in order to maintain computerized data.
• Answers questions and supplies mapping information to the public and for various agencies.
• Oversees normal maintenance of printers, plotters and other peripheral devices.
• Updates and maintains data as recorded documents, deeds, plats, court orders, and any other recorded legal document are made permanent record with other government agencies.
• Maintains quality historical data as changes are made to the tax maps.
• Provides support and advice to other staff regarding hardware and software issues and problems.
• Locate tax information by description, subdivision information, owner names, and property addresses.
• Assists Mapping Director in transfer of mapping and owner data to the CAMA system for tax role
  preparation.
• Performs filing duties to maintain an organized system of information for reference.
• Assists in the front office when needed.
• Takes information on address changes and records the information in the system.
• Checks the Register of Deeds records when there is a question on ownership.
• Codes and separates deeds to be filed and distributed to the appropriate parties.
• Checks Wills at Probate Court to change property ownership accordingly.
• Makes copies of various documents and maps as needed by customers or for filing.

Additional Job Functions

• Responds to and reports immediately if called upon by local regional or central office supervisors, as part of a coordinated emergency response by the Knox County Department of Health.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Minumum Training and Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED equivalent and a minimum of two (2) years of Arc GIS experience, or
  equivalent education.
• Mapping and data management application experience or training is needed. Must
  have a sense of detail, organization.
• Experience or education with ESRI ArcGIS suite of products (ArcView 9.x) a must.

(ADA) Minimum Qualilfications or Standards Required to Perform Essential Job Functions

Physical Requirements

• Must be physically able to operate a variety of office machines andequipment such as personal computers and printers, telephones, photocopiers, and typewriters.
• Must be able to use body members to work, move or carry objects or materials.
• Must be able to exert up to twenty pounds of force occasionally.
• Physical demand requirements are at levels of those for sedentary work.
• Must be able to lift and/or carry weight of twenty to forty pounds.

Data Conception

• Requires the ability to compare and or judge the readily observable functional,
  technical, structural, or compositional characteristics (whether similar to or divergent from obvious
  standards) of data, people, or things.

Interpersonal Communication

• Requires the ability of speaking to convey or exchange administrative information. Includes giving assignments and/or directions to co-workers.

Language Ability

• Requires ability to read a variety of informational documentation, directions, instructions, and methods and procedures. Requires the ability to write with proper format, punctuation, spelling and grammar, using all parts of speech. Requires the ability to speak with and before others with poise, voice control and confidence using correct English and a well-modulated voice.

Intelligence

• Requires the ability to learn and understand basic principles and techniques; to make
  independent judgments in absence of supervision; to acquire knowledge of topics related to this position.

Verbal Aptitude

• Requires the ability to record and deliver information to supervisors and elected officials; to explain procedures and policies; and to follow verbal and written instructions, guidelines and objectives.

Numerical Aptitude

• Requires the ability to use mathematical formulas; add and subtract totals; multiply and divide; determine decimals and percentages; determine time and weight.

Form/Spatial Aptitude

• Requires the ability to inspect items for proper length, width, and shape, visually with office equipment and recording devices.

Motor Coordination

• Requires the ability to coordinate hands and eyes in using automated office
  equipment.

Manual Dexterity

• Requires the ability to handle a variety of items, office equipment, control
  knobs, switches, etc. Must have the ability to use one hand for twisting or turning motion while
  coordinating other hand with different activities.
• Must have average levels of eye/hand/foot coordination.

Color Discrimination

• May require the ability to differentiate colors and shades of color.

Interpersonal Temperament

• Requires the ability to deal with people (i.e. staff, supervisors, general public, and elected officials) beyond giving and receiving instructions such as in interpreting departmental policies and procedures.
• Must be adaptable to performing under minimal to moderate stresswhen confronted with an emergency.

Physical Communication

• Requires the ability to talk and/or hear: (talking - expressing or exchanging ideas by means of spoken words). (Hearing - perceiving nature of sounds by ear).

Knox County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans
with Disabilities Act, the County may provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with
disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential
accommodations with the employer.