AMVETS Jobs

GIS Specialist

• $44,655 - $50,228/ Year
• Full Benefits Package

Duties:

• Administers and maintains digital property tax maps through map preparation, data entry, map editing, and quality control assurance using technologies, which include Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) or Geographic Information Systems (GIS).
• Updates and creates a variety of map products using GIS and CAD technology.
• Performs research and gathers data from a wide variety of sources for inclusion in the Berrien County's GIS.
• Reads and interprets maps, blueprints, survey documents, property descriptions, and sketches.
• Assists in developing geographic database structures, tables, forms, and reports.
• Provides customer service for property information, maps, and aerials.
• Assists in geographic analysis and specialized map product formulation.
• This description is intended to illustrate the type and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this job. It may not be a comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities required by a person so classified. 

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree in geography, cartography, planning, or related field and a minimum of two years of experience in geographic information and mapping systems, including knowledge in the fundamentals of cadastral mapping;

OR

• Associate of Science Degree that includes coursework related to GIS, CAD, geography, or computer systems and a minimum of four years of experience in geographic information and mapping systems including knowledge in the fundamentals of cadastral mapping;

OR

• High school diploma or equivalent and a combination of six years of experience and post high school education.

Special Requirements:

• One year of candidate's experience must include using ESRI's GIS software package, such as ArcMap and ArcPro.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license throughout the course of employment.