JOB SUMMARY:  This is a non-exempt full-time position that involves performing a variety of basic mapping and title functions in the preparation of a county-wide property tax roll.  Work is subject to close supervision and reviewed through conferences and performance evaluations. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS   

• Interpret parcel identification data and locate properties. 
• Maintain the Office mapping and titling systems.  
• Perform mapping and computer work in the preparation and maintenance of property maps, drawings, and tracings for the Property Appraiser’s Office map system. 
• Provide map interpretations, property location, and ownership status of property. 
• Research and maintain change of ownership data. 
• Perform CAD map drafting including traversing legal descriptions. 
• Analyze, evaluate, and interpret legal records pertaining to land ownership from a variety of sources; determine the intent of conveying documents and the area to which they apply in order to ensure accurate records and maps.  
• Create, maintain, and revise official parcel maps in digital form to accurately represent all land parcels, subdivisions, and tax districts; plot parcel boundaries on cadastral maps using GIS software. 
• Tax roll verification of ownership and research abstract records. 
• Respond to inquiries from the public and other County agencies in a polite and courteous manner; direct inquiries appropriately.   Assist the public when necessary or asked.  
• Operate modern standard office equipment. 
• Perform other related work as required. 

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES   

• Considerable knowledge of mathematics, fundamental geometry, cartography, business English and effective verbal and written communication skills. 
• Ability to make computations and tabulate accurately with reasonable speed.   
• Capable of learning assigned tasks readily and adhere to prescribed departmental and administrative policies and procedures.  
• Ability to utilize drafting tools, compute acreage and read with comprehension. 
• Knowledge of map compilation, cartography and feature structuring for GIS.  
• Intermediate knowledge of computers; ArcGIS Pro or AutoCad software for computer drafting. 
• Ability to operate modern standard office equipment including, but not limited to telephone, computer, calculator, copy machine, scanner, Microfiche reader/printer, engineering plotter and scanner.    
• Ability to move or lift 30-pound map racks.  

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE  

• Graduation from high school or recognized equivalent.    
• One (1) year of experience or a combination of on-the-job training and education equal to one (1) year with drafting, surveying is desirable.   
• Must be able to read, understand and work from plats, deeds, legal descriptions and drawings.  

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS   

• Typically sit at a cubicle, desk, table or counter.   
• Use fingers and hands to operate computer keyboard; enter data into a computer or other keyboard device requiring continuous or repetitive arm-hand-eye movement. 
• Perform fine hand movements in the accurate use of drafting instruments.  
• Occasionally walk, stand, stoop or kneel. 
• Occasionally lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects weighing up to 25 pounds. 
• Occasionally ascend or descend stairs.