Cartographer/GIS Specialist 1 or 2

Lane County • Public Service Building, OR

4d • Onsite

About The Position

If you enjoy Geographic Information System (GIS), geography and challenging research, we have an excellent opportunity for you! We’re looking for a Cartographer / GIS Specialist 1 or 2 to join our Assessment and Taxation Department. This position will be involved in a variety of activities associated with property ownership, boundaries, valuation and taxation. Primary responsibilities include: Keep the County’s tax lot layer updated as properties are developed and adjusted. Perform GIS data maintenance and analysis. Research and resolve ambiguities and conflicts using legal descriptions, survey data, document descriptions, and court records. Maintain and update taxing district boundaries as a result of annexations. As subject matter experts, communicate with a wide variety of stakeholders. Answer taxpayer questions relating to property ownership and boundaries. Why Choose Lane County? Make a significant impact on property-related matters. Engage in diverse GIS activities. Work in a supportive and innovative environment. YOU ARE REQUIRED TO UPLOAD A RESUME AND COVER LETTER FOR THIS POSITION. If not attached, your application will not be considered. About the Division The purpose of Assessment and Taxation is to appraise property, to calculate, collect and distribute taxes, and to provide related information to the public in a manner that merits the highest degree of confidence in our integrity, efficiency, and fairness. We are a broad service organization mandated by the Oregon Constitution and Oregon law and collect revenue for 85 taxing jurisdictions, including local governments, schools, and special districts that provide essential public services for the citizens of Lane County.

Requirements

• Associates degree with major course work in computer science, geography, surveying, engineering, or a related field.
• Two years’ experience working with survey mapping or geographic information systems (for Specialist 1).
• Four years’ experience working with survey mapping or geographic information systems (for Specialist 2).
• An equivalent combination of experience and training which would provide the applicant with the desired skills, knowledge and ability required to perform the job is qualifying.
• Attach a resume AND cover letter.
• In your cover letter, please address the below 5 specific areas (each worth 20 points): GIS experience, Customer service, Legal research, Cadastral mapping and land or property records, Working successfully as part of a team.
• This position is subject to a full background check.

Responsibilities

• Keep the County’s tax lot layer updated as properties are developed and adjusted.
• Perform GIS data maintenance and analysis.
• Research and resolve ambiguities and conflicts using legal descriptions, survey data, document descriptions, and court records.
• Maintain and update taxing district boundaries as a result of annexations.
• As subject matter experts, communicate with a wide variety of stakeholders.
• Answer taxpayer questions relating to property ownership and boundaries.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree