GIS Cartography Assistant

The GIS Cartography Assistant provides essential administrative and data processing support to the Mapping Department at the Board of Assessment Appeals. This role plays a vital part in maintaining the accuracy of parcel records through precise data entry, document tracking, and parcel attribute verification and updates in both the County's CAMA (Computer-Assisted Mass Appraisal) system and GIS software.

This position requires strong organizational skills, commitment, and reliability, along with the ability to follow through on daily tasks responsibly, while contributing to a collaborative team environment. The ideal candidate takes pride in doing careful, consistent work that directly supports the accuracy and integrity of the County's parcels and assessment data.

Administrative & CAMA Tasks

• Enter, validate, verify and update parcel information in the CAMA system (splits, combines, addresses, etc.).
• Prepare and review revision files to ensure accurate and timely updates.
• Track and process recorded documents such as deeds, declarations, amendments, and corrections.
• Maintain monthly production logs and organize digital physical files.
• Distribute assessor packets and track progress of outstanding work.
• Scan, file, and rotate records annually for ongoing organization and compliance.
• Assist with inquiries from staff, the public, and municipalities via phone, email, and in person.
• Support general office operations and provide occasional front desk coverage.

GIS & Parcel Data Support

• Validate edits, update, and review parcel attributes.
• Assist with verifying mapping-related changes and existing information based on recorded documents.
• Support data consistency between GIS and CAMA systems

• Execute assigned tasks related to mapping workflows and data maintenance.
• Convert legacy scanned documents and PDF lists into Excel spreadsheets to enhance data accessibility and ensure compatibility with GIS schema.
• Organize and catalog survey plans and related parcel data documents in a structured digital filing system.

Education & Experience

• Associate degree or higher preferred.
• Coursework or certification in GIS, cartography or related fields is a plus.
• High school diploma with 3+ years of experience in parcel data, real estate, title, surveying, or similar fields.
• Experience with title searches, reading legal descriptions, surveys, and recorded land documents preferred.
• Experience with CAMA - Tyler Technologies IAS Enterprise preferred.
• Experience or familiarity with ESRI ArcGIS Pro preferred; experience with ArcMap also considered.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and SharePoint.
• Experience in office administration and file management, including organizing records and supporting daily office operations.

Skills & Competencies

• High level of accuracy and strong attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Proficient in digital file organization, document tracking, and general administrative procedures.
• Self-motivated, reliable, and exercises sound judgment when working independently.
• Clear and professional communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Comfortable learning new software and tools within structured workflows.
• Collaborative team player with strong interpersonal skills.
• Familiar with office equipment and day-to-day office operations.
• Committed to producing quality work with integrity and dependability.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; and talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to taste or smell. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands or arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and depth perception.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.