Tax Map Associate

Miami County Tax Map Office

201 W. Main St.

Troy, Ohio 45373

POSITION DESCRIPTION

TITLE: TAX MAP CAD/GIS TECHNICIAN

PAY STATUS: Hourly FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt CIVIL SERVICE STATUS: Classified

OBJECTIVES: Employee is responsible for drawing new tax maps using Computer Assisted Drawing (CAD) technology, updating existing tax maps, researching/analyzing deed descriptions, interpreting/analyzing state and local platting laws, incorporating the use of GIS technology and associated data in the preparation of tax maps, and preparing written reports and documentation. Reports to the Tax Map/GIS Supervisor.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Implements the use of GIS technology as it relates to the development and maintenance of relevant tax map data. In collaboration with co-workers, helps to facilitate the transition of the Tax Map Office from a non-GIS environment to one that incorporates GIS as a primary interactive platform.
• Examines, analyzes, and interprets deed descriptions and surveys to assure accuracy.
• Develops and maintains an understanding of state and local platting laws to assure that work duties correspond to applicable regulations.
• Communicates effectively and positively with public officials and the general public in addressing inquiries, complaints, requests, and the resolution of tax map, survey, and real property related issues.
• Assists with the drawing of tax maps and other applicable documents generated within the department as a matter of public record.
• Prepares reports and other documentation specific to tax map office operations.
• Accepts and conforms to the policies and procedures contained in the Miami County Engineer Personnel Policy Manual.
• Operates county-owned motor vehicles in the support of job-related duties and responsibilities.
• Works outside normal business hours based on the needs of the organization.
• May be required to work non-standard work hours to support organizational needs in the case of a regional emergency/catastrophe.
• Maintains regular and predictable attendance.
• Performs other similar or related duties as assigned by the Tax Map/GIS Supervisor based upon the needs of the organization.

NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Operates office equipment in the performance of daily work duties.
• May be required to serve on workplace committees.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of the methods, computations, and competencies involved in property boundary survey procedures, real property legal concepts and descriptions, deeds and transfers, as well as the generation of tax maps and associated documents.
• Knowledge of the policies & procedures of the department as they apply to work assignments.
• Ability to use Windows-based spreadsheet, database, word processing and selected job-specific software (AutoCAD, Accuglobe, and ESRI based applications, etc.).
• Ability to understand GIS principles and applications, and to assist in the organizational transition from a non-GIS environment to one that incorporates GIS as a primary interactive platform.
• Ability to understand surveying practices and how such practices correlate to tax maps, property ownership, and associated documents.
• Ability to work independently, organize work, set priorities, meet critical deadlines, and maintain productivity with a minimum of direction.
• Ability to keep clear and accurate records and reports.
• Ability to plan and manage work projects from project initiation to completion.
• Ability to read and write and to comprehend and act upon written instructions, policies and procedures pertaining to assigned duties.
• Ability to develop and maintain cooperative working relationships with peers, subordinates, and superiors.
• Ability to deal courteously, diplomatically, and proactively with the general public.
• Ability to perform assigned duties safely and without injury or harm to self or others.
• Ability to communicate with others in the workplace with courtesy, respect, and sensitivity.

EDUCATIONAL/TRAINING REQUIREMENTS: A minimum of a two-year college certificate in a degree program that includes coursework in drafting, blueprint reading, and surveying, plus one to three years of relevant work experience requiring a thorough knowledge of drafting, blueprint reading, and surveying; or any combination of education, training, and employment experience which provides the required skill sets to perform the essential functions outlined herein. Must possess a valid State of Ohio driver’s license.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Work is performed in an office environment. The employee may be subject to eyestrain when using computers, and is required to manipulate tax map binders that may subject the employee to minimal lifting stresses.

PHYSICAL ABILITY: Work assignments may require frequent walking, balancing, pushing, pulling, lifting, carrying, bending, stooping, crouching and sitting activities using all major muscle groups. Minimum lifting capability is 30 lbs. on a regular basis. Neck mobility is necessary when operating a county vehicle. Manual dexterity, normal vision, including color and depth perception, and hearing acuity are required to perform job duties and address public inquiries. Employee must be able to work steadily, accurately and in both sitting and standing postures to complete work assignments.

RESPONSIBILITY: Employee works independently, under general supervision of the Tax Map/GIS Supervisor and follows established policies, procedures and work methods. Employee receives detailed and general instructions before and during work with which he must comply. Caution and appropriate safety measures must be exercised while completing job duties in order to prevent injury to self or others and to prevent damage to tools and equipment.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $21