What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cartographer position at Marion County?
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES
Under general supervision, performs routine and semi-complex cartographic and property ownership tasks, preparing ownership maps; corrects existing maps and records, or re-maps existing areas; determines and verifies land ownership; does related work as required.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED
Works under the general supervision of the Chief Deputy Assessor who assigns work as necessary and reviews performance. May also receive technical and functional direction from the Sr. Cartographer/GIS Technician who may assign and review work.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED
May be assigned to provide technical and functional direction to co-workers, and to new or temporary employees.
Under general supervision, performs routine and semi-complex cartographic and property ownership tasks, preparing ownership maps; corrects existing maps and records, or re-maps existing areas; determines and verifies land ownership; does related work as required.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED
Works under the general supervision of the Chief Deputy Assessor who assigns work as necessary and reviews performance. May also receive technical and functional direction from the Sr. Cartographer/GIS Technician who may assign and review work.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED
May be assigned to provide technical and functional direction to co-workers, and to new or temporary employees.
- Under direction of Sr. Cartographer/GIS Tech or Supervisor updates/revises cadastral maps from parcel descriptions, deeds, surveys, court orders, aerial photographs and recorded related records; prepares segregations, combinations, subdivisions and partitions of property from various legal documents such as right-of-way deeds, property deeds, recording easements, surveys, plats, road plans and title transfer instruments; computes new parcel acres, assigns new tax lots and property I.D. numbers, and plots updated maps; prepares, maintains and amends the Assessor's layer of the GIS data sets.
- Performs moderate to difficult title searches to establish correct parcel ownerships and descriptions. Analyzes and researches data through the use of tax maps, reference files; indentifies and updates GIS cadastral data
- Provides support to section Deed Clerks and others on deed questions and ownership; researches complicated deed and survey conflicts related to cadastral mapping and ownership of property using all resources available.
- Produces maps utilizing GIS software technology as directed; proofs and reviews new maps for completeness and adherence to standards; files and maintains new map copies for retrieval by other staff for their uses in production. May provide ad-hoc mapping for internal/external customers.
- Revises maps according to changes made in taxing district boundaries; works with Sr. Cartographer/GIS Technician to update the changes.
- Operates Windows-based Workstations/PC's using ESRI software products as editing and maintenance tools. Operates large format printers/plotters and scanners to produce hardcopy mapping products. Trains or assists same-level or lower-level staff as needed; maintains knowledge and skills on current ESRI products and their relationship to cadastral cartography and its use in the Assessor's office.
- Assists the public and answers questions concerning cadastral mapping and/or property ownership questions; Assists other staff within the office/county by answering questions concerning property boundaries, acreage figures, recent map changes and locations of physical features.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Considerable knowledge of cartographic principles and practices involved in the preparation of appraisal maps; working knowledge of computer-based mapping and processes to develop maps utilizing ESRI Geographic Information Systems (GIS); demonstrated knowledge of using GIS software to provide limited training for other users; ability to make simple to moderate computations using arithmetic, algebra, trigonometry and geometry necessary for cartographic activities; ability to interpret legal descriptions and survey data.
- Associate degree in cartography, GIS, land surveying, engineering technology or related field; OR
- Two years of training (Certificate) in a college or technical school in drafting, mapping, GIS, or a closely related field; AND
- Two years cartographic or drafting experience including cadastral mapping preferably using Environmental Systems Research Institute (ESRI) software products or other equivalent GIS, or CAD software; OR
- Any satisfactory combination of work, education, training, or experience relevant to the position, as determined by Marion County.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
- The finalist for this position must pass a criminal history background check; however, conviction of a crime may not necessarily disqualify an individual for this position.
- This assignment is represented by a union.
- This is a full-time position, which is eligible for overtime.
- Typical Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., with flexibility depending upon the needs of the department and program.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Considerable knowledge of cartographic principles and practices involved in the preparation of appraisal maps; working knowledge of computer-based mapping and processes to develop maps utilizing ESRI Geographic Information Systems (GIS); demonstrated knowledge of using GIS software to provide limited training for other users; ability to make simple to moderate computations using arithmetic, algebra, trigonometry and geometry necessary for cartographic activities; ability to interpret legal descriptions and survey data.
Ability to work from written and oral instructions and to carry out assigned tasks under supervision working towards independent work; ability to provide a positive working environment to other staff and ability to carry own workload; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, other employees and the general public.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Stands; sits; moves about the work area; bends forward; stoops; climbs 1 flight of stairs; reaches overhead; lifts and carries up to 20 lbs.; pushes and pulls up to 35 lbs.; operates a keyboard; uses rapid-mental/hand/eye coordination; speaks clearly and audibly; reads a 10 pt. font; distinguishes colors; hears a normal level of speech; works in areas that may be exposed to blood and/or body fluids. Daily or frequent exposure to common chemical elements such as those found in fabrics, carpeting, building materials, paints, solvents, finishes, fragrances, perfumes, toiletries, cleaning supplies, office supplies (including toner), animals or animal dander, and other organic or synthetic materials or compounds which may produce an allergic reaction to people with chemical sensitivities.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Stands; sits; moves about the work area; bends forward; stoops; climbs 1 flight of stairs; reaches overhead; lifts and carries up to 20 lbs.; pushes and pulls up to 35 lbs.; operates a keyboard; uses rapid-mental/hand/eye coordination; speaks clearly and audibly; reads a 10 pt. font; distinguishes colors; hears a normal level of speech; works in areas that may be exposed to blood and/or body fluids. Daily or frequent exposure to common chemical elements such as those found in fabrics, carpeting, building materials, paints, solvents, finishes, fragrances, perfumes, toiletries, cleaning supplies, office supplies (including toner), animals or animal dander, and other organic or synthetic materials or compounds which may produce an allergic reaction to people with chemical sensitivities.
Salary : $23 - $31
