Matanuska-Susitna Borough

GIS Cadastral Specialist


Pay$34.97 / hour
LocationPalmer/Alaska
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: 4054648

      This position performs specialized duties in the development and maintenance of GIS cadastral data.

      Work is performed and duties are carried out in accordance with established policies, procedures, and Borough core values: Accountability, Customer Focus, Dedication, Integrity, Responsiveness and Teamwork.

      P1 - DOE

      Baccalaureate degree in a course of study related to the occupational field. Post-secondary education or experience which provides the expertise required to perform effectively the functions of the position may substitute for the degree on a year-for-year basis.

      Three years of experience in the occupational field, sufficient to understand the major duties of the position.

      Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver's license issued by the State of Alaska for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.

      Must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen and post-offer employment physical.

      Completion of required Incident Command System (ICS) courses in accordance with Borough policy.

      • Creates and maintains parcel and subdivision boundaries using plats, legal descriptions, and GPS points.
      • Manages Borough cadastral fabric for tax map base using AutoCad and/or GIS technologies.
      • Performs land record document research, based on plats, deeds, legal descriptions, and ordinances to accurately locate cadastral boundaries.
      • Develops, maintains and executes quality assurance programs, including reviewing data and software.
      • Develops and implements GIS/CAD related training and presentations.
      • Troubleshoots technical issues related to GIS/CAD software and hardware.
      • Remains informed of current developments in the field.
      • Responds to internal and external customer service requests by defining scope of work with deadlines, producing maps, or analyzing data.
      • Manages special projects as assigned.
      • Provides oversight and functional direction of assigned contractors and employees daily activities.
      • Conducts field inspections using mapping grade GPS survey equipment to collect and verify data.
      • Provides GIS/CAD related assistance during activations of the Emergency Operations Center (EOC).
      • Performs related duties.
  • About the company

      Matanuska-Susitna Borough is a borough located in the US state of Alaska.