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County of Northampton GIS Specialist in Easton, Pennsylvania
GIS Specialist
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GIS Specialist
Salary
$54,359.00 Annually
Location
Easton, PA
Job Type
Full time
Job Number
2025-GIS
Department
Fiscal Affairs
Division
Geographic Information Services
Opening Date
01/01/2025
Description
Benefits
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Application Requirements
In order to be considered for this position, applicants must successfully submit a completed application prior to the posting deadline. Applications submitted with incomplete or missing education and/or work experience sections will be considered incomplete and will not be reviewed. These applicants will be disqualified from consideration.The attachment of a resume to the application does not fulfill this requirement and will not prevent incomplete applications from being rejected. Education and work experience fields must be completed, regardless of the presence of an attached resume.
Once the posting closes, all applications will be reviewed. The information provided on the application will be utilized to determine whether or not each applicant meets the Minimum Requirements for this position as noted in the Job Description. We encourage all applicants to provide a comprehensive, concise history of their education, certification, licensing, and employment history. Please read the Minimum Requirements thoroughly and then demonstrate that you meet these requirements on your application.
All applicants who meet Minimum Requirements will then be evaluated on Bargaining Unit Seniority, and the position awarded according to the Collective Bargaining Agreement guidelines.
For questions regarding this posting, please contact Sherry Christman, Human Resources Analyst at schristman@norcopa.gov or 610-829-6382.
Job Description
GENERAL PURPOSE
The Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Specialist is responsible for maintaining assessment and other records, providing information and assistance regarding assessment matters, and locating properties.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED
This position reports directly to the Director of Fiscal Affairs.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED
This position is not responsible for the supervision of other employees.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES OF THE POSITION
Provides information and assistance regarding assessment matters, tax bill preparation, and locating properties.
Maintains assessment, occupation, and other files.
Maintains the GIS mapping workstation.
Works closely with school districts, tax collectors, the public, and other individuals/agencies.
Edits and maintains the tax parcel digital boundary lines. Trains and assists Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Technician 1 and 2 with mapping software, and standard office practices.
Performs tax parcel conversion.
Performs Geographic Information Systems (GIS) analysis or digitizes data to create maps, reports, and building permit layers to support Property Assessment as requested for field inspection or special projects.
Researches and develops new ways to use technology to advance Property Assessment / Property Mapping relationship.
Maintains web pages for Property Assessment, Tax Claims, and Property Mapping.
Attends continuing education classes and seminars to maintain state CPE certification and stay current with Geographic Information Systems (GIS) technology.
*An employee assigned to this title shall perform a majority, but may not perform all, of the duties listed in this job description. Conversely, minor level duties performed on the job may not be listed. The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.
REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE– Completion of a high school, or general equivalency diploma;AND
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in a Geography related field;AND
At least three (3) years of satisfactory full-time professional experience in Assessment/Appraisals and Geographic Information Systems (GIS);AND
Must be a resident of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania for a minimum of six (6) months.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Ability to function independently, have flexibility, and the ability to work effectively with the public, co-workers, and other related professionals.
Knowledge of GIS software and database management.
Knowledge of practices and laws regarding property assessment, deeds, and survey plans.
Ability to research and approach problems in a logical manner.
Comprehensive knowledge of cartography regarding map creation, analysis, and interpretation.
Strong customer service skills.
Attentive to details.
Ability to coordinate multiple priorities and competing time demands.
Ability to read, write, speak, understand and communicate in English to perform the duties of this position.
TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT
Telephone, personal computer (including word processing and spreadsheet software), calculator, writing implements, fax machine, copy machine, and paper shredder.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, sit, talk or hear.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to twenty-five (25) pounds.
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.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job
The noise level in the work environment is quiet.
SELECTION GUIDELINES
Formal application, rating of education and experience, oral interview and reference check as well as job related tests may be required.
The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.
FLSA STATUS: FLSA NON-EXEMPT (NOT ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME)
DESIGNATION: CAREER SERVICE
PAY GRADE: RU-25
UNION STATUS: AFSCME RESIDUAL UNION
Updated June 2023
Full-time employees of the County of Northampton are afforded a package of benefitswhich includes the following:
Medical Insurance
Vision and Prescription
Dental
Life Insurance
Retirement
I. Medical Insurance
Coverage begins for the employee the first of the month following full-time employment for employees and their eligible dependents. Cost to the employee to participate in the plans varies by the coverage selection and number of dependents; and may be subject to collective bargaining, if a union member. The employee may also elect to opt out of the County's medical insurance if proof of coverage through the spouse's employer is provided. Under this arrangement, the employee is provided with an annual $1,500.00 opt out payment.
II. Vision and Prescription
Coverage begins for the employee the first of the month following full-time employment for employees and their eligible dependents. Copayments may vary, subject to collective bargaining, if a union member. Coverage under the vision plan varies and depends upon the employee's choice of doctor and frame selection.
III. Dental Coverage
Coverage begins for the employee the first of the month following full-time employment for employees and their eligible dependents. Copayments may vary, subject to collective bargaining, if a union member.
IV. Life Insurance
A life insurance policy is afforded to full-time employees beginning on the first day of employment, unless specified differently in a collective bargaining agreement. It remains in effect as long as the employee is actively employed and terminates upon resignation or retirement. $20,000 is afforded to all eligible employees.
V. Retirement
All full-time employees and part-time employees working more than 1000 hours per year qualify for County of Northampton retirement benefits, in which employees must contribute 5% of their earnings, and employees may choose to add additional voluntary contributions, not to exceed an additional 10%. Additionally, employees may participate in an optional deferred compensation plan [457(b)] which may provide present tax advantages and future retirement savings. Such arrangements are made directly with the providers and the County will administer payroll deductions only.
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Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the applicant screening and selection process. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and that your responses can be verified from information included within the application?
Yes
No
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Do you have a Bachelor's degree in a Geography related field? You must attach a copy of your transcript to your application. Unofficial copies will be accepted. Failure to attach your transcript will result in the rejection of your application.
Yes
No
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Do you have at least three (3) years of full-time professional work experience in Assessment/Appraisals and Geographic Information Systems (GIS)? If yes, please ensure your work experience section reflects this information.
Yes
No
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Have you been a resident of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania for a minimum of six (6) months?
Yes
No
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The Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Specialist position is part of the AFSCME Residual Union, and starting salary is dictated by the Collective Bargaining Agreement. The starting salary for this position is $26.1340 per hour ($54,359 annually), and is non-negotiable. Please choose "yes" to indicate your understanding of the starting wage, and that this is non-negotiable.
Yes
No
Required Question