GIS Specialist

State of Montana•Missoula, MT

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

This position resides in the Property Assessment Division of the Department of Revenue. Duties include constructing and maintaining the cadastral mapping system and associated ownership information, parcel identification, and related spatial data including the resolution of technical issues with the GIS (Geographic Information System); information technology support for the discovery, valuation, classification, and assessment of all real and personal property within a county or region; and administrative support work as required. The position does not supervise other staff.

Requirements

Knowledge of deeds and legal descriptions.
Knowledge of the cartographic process.
Knowledge of cadastral mapping, GIS software, related data file formats, and Right-of-way information.
Knowledge of data sources such as aerial maps, Government Land Office (GLO), Bureau of Land Management (BLM), U.S. Public Land Survey System, and private surveys.
Knowledge of algebra, geometry, and trigonometry.
Knowledge of the application of federal and state statutes, administrative rules, policies, and procedures.
Skills in research and analysis.
Skills in accuracy and attention to detail.
Skills in conflict resolution and written, verbal, and interpersonal communication.
Skills in Microsoft programs and other database applications.
One year of post-secondary education or vocational training in cartography, Computer Assisted Design (CAD), GIS, business, auditing, accounting, or closely related field.
Two years of job-related experience.
Must pass the department’s CORE Assessment training, within the first year of employment.
Must have a valid driver’s license.
Must be a primary resident of Montana as a condition of employment.
Must meet and sustain Department of Revenue telework eligibility requirements and supervisor's approval to participate in the DOR Telework Program.
Must produce within three days of hire documents that show authorization to work in the United States.
Must be eligible to work in the United States.
Must have a valid driver's license with less than 12 conviction points in the most recent completed 36 months.
Must successfully pass DOR tax and background check(s).

Nice To Haves

Preferred work experience may be acquired through real estate appraisal, lending, construction, sales, agriculture, forest land, surveying, GIS, or cartography.

Responsibilities

Constructing and maintaining the cadastral mapping system and associated ownership information, parcel identification, and related spatial data.
Resolving technical issues with the GIS (Geographic Information System).
Providing information technology support for the discovery, valuation, classification, and assessment of all real and personal property within a county or region.
Performing administrative support work as required.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision care
Life insurance
Long-term disability
Free health care for employees and eligible family members at Montana Health Centers
Employee Assistance Benefits including counseling, legal assistance, well-being coaching, financial information
Retirement plans
Paid vacation - starting at 15 days a year
Sick leave - 12 days a year
11 holidays, including a floating holiday
Flexible hours
Eligibility to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program