Mapping Assistant

Under general direction, performs technical drafting, mapping, deed and survey reviews, and research duties to maintain the land records, official county tax maps and geographic information system (GIS); assists with map creation and analysis for various departmental purposes; assists the public with tax map research; and performs other related duties as required.
 An example of acceptable qualifications:

Completion of secondary education and an associate degree in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Computer-Aided Drafting and Design, Land Surveying, Civil Engineering Technology, or a closely related field and three (3) years of relevant work experience in mapping, drafting, land surveying, or courthouse/title research; or any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

LICENSURE OR CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: Must possess a valid Ohio driver’s license and maintain insurability under the County’s vehicle insurance policy.

EQUIPMENT OPERATED: The following are examples only and are not intended to be all inclusive:
Computer, telephone, typewriter, calculator, fax machine, printers, plotters, scanners, copiers, postage machine, laminator, shredder.

INHERENTLY HAZARDOUS OR PHYSICALLY DEMANDING WORKING CONDITIONS: Is very occasionally exposed to environmental conditions which may result in injury from fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gasses, and/or poorly ventilated work areas.

Note: In accordance with the U.S. Department of Labor physical demands strength ratings, this is considered light work.
 

For purposes of 42 USC 12101:

(1) Update and maintain official county tax maps and GIS spatial layers to reflect daily property splits, combinations, subdivisions, annexations, and right-of-way changes.

(2) Review incoming deeds, surveys, and instruments of conveyance for accuracy, proper mathematical closure, and compliance with conveyance standards and Ohio Revised Code requirements.

(3) Index, file, and archive incoming boundary surveys, subdivision plats, and historical land records.

(4) Assist the general public, title companies, attorneys, and other county departments with questions regarding property boundaries, ownership history, parcel numbers, and legal descriptions.

(5) Produce scaled digital maps and engineered drawings utilizing CAD and GIS software platforms.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

(6) Meets all job safety requirements and all applicable safety standards that pertain to essential functions.

(7) Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance.

(8) Performs other related duties as assigned.

 (*indicates developed after employment)

Knowledge of: Working knowledge of the Union County Conveyance Standards and Ohio Revised Code pertaining to land transfers, property taxation maps, and surveying standards; Proficiency in reading and interpreting legal descriptions, metes-and-bounds data, deeds, and boundary surveys; Solid grasp of basic geometry, algebra, and coordinate geometry (COGO) calculations; Proficiency with ESRI ArcGIS/ArcPro, AutoCAD (or equivalent survey drafting software like Carlson/lntelliCAD), and the Microsoft Office Suite; Strong communication and interpersonal skills to handle public inquiries tactfully.
 
Skill in: GIS software applications; general computer operation; land records, public customer service.

Ability to: carry out detailed but basic written or oral instructions; answer routine telephone inquiries; handle sensitive inquiries from officials and general public; communicate effectively; prepare routine correspondence; proofread technical materials, recognize errors and make corrections; maintain records according to established procedures; develop and maintain effective working relationships.

POSITIONS DIRECTLY SUPERVISED: None