GIS Assessment Tech - Assessors Office
About The Position
The Allen County Assessor’s Office is looking for a GIS Assessment Technician to join their team. This position combines GIS, property data, research, and real-world problem solving to help maintain accurate property information for more than 160,000 parcels throughout Allen County. This isn't just a desk job where you're entering data all day. You'll work with maps, technology, property records, data, aerial imagery, and real-world properties throughout Allen County. You'll have the opportunity to learn how property assessment works from the ground up while developing skills in GIS, data analysis, property records, and valuation.
Requirements
- A high school diploma or GED.
- At least two years of GIS experience and an understanding of legal descriptions is preferred.
- Experience with GIS/ESRI or similar mapping software.
- Strong computer skills and the ability to learn new software and systems.
- The ability to read maps, aerial photographs, and legal descriptions.
- An interest in working with data and solving problems.
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to spot inconsistencies or errors.
- The ability to communicate effectively with coworkers and members of the public.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with GIS, property assessment, CAMA systems, EagleView, mapping, real estate, surveying, or similar fields is helpful.
Responsibilities
- Using GIS and mapping tools to research and maintain property information.
- Processing property transfers, parcel splits, combinations, and new subdivisions.
- Creating and updating parcels in our CAMA system, including ownership, addresses, legal descriptions, parcel numbers, and acreage.
- Reviewing aerial imagery, maps, and other information to make sure property lines and land characteristics are accurate.
- Maintaining agricultural property information, including acreage, soil types, and different land uses.
- Working with data received from the County Auditor and making sure it is processed accurately and on time.
- Researching and analyzing market data used in property valuation.
- Helping develop and analyze ratio studies and other assessment-related data.
- Using GIS to help answer questions about land use, measurements, parcel information, and other property characteristics.
- Working with other county departments, title companies, realtors, taxpayers, and outside agencies to resolve questions and keep property information accurate.
- Learning and applying Indiana laws, assessment standards, and procedures related to property valuation.
- Obtain and maintain Level II Assessor-Appraiser Certification within the first year.
- Obtain and maintain Level III certification within two years.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
