Job Summary
The Clark County Geographic Information Services (GIS) division has a current opening for a Land Records Technician II. The Land Records Technician II position performs nearly the full range of process work associated with land records and parcel maintenance, and serves as a contact for customers (property owners, businesses, government agencies, etc.) regarding these technical issues. Employees in this classification perform a wide variety of advanced and complex technical process work, including interpreting, researching and mapping legal descriptions, providing customers with map products and information on parcel ownership, legal descriptions and parcel maintenance. The work entails both routine and complex tasks and requires application of advanced knowledge of legal descriptions and documents, cadastral principles and terminology, and problem solving. Much of the work is performed on computer, with staff at this level demonstrating proficiency in the use of specific computer software (Esri ArcGIS Pro software, property assessment database, other custom software applications). Customer service is a key focus and is foundational for all technical work and processes. Customer contact occurs by phone, mail, email, and in person.
Qualifications
Any combination of training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities will be considered.
Education and Experience:
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Knowledge of: Legal descriptions pertaining to land ownership, research methods to determine right-of-way and property ownership history (chain of title), principles of geographic mapping and cartography, Esri ArcGIS Pro software, mathematics, and effective methods and principles of customer service and problem-solving.
Ability to: Read, understand, and interpret legal descriptions and legal documents as they pertain to real property; understand and respond to map product requests from the public; understand and respond to questions as they pertain to the County’s property maps and land records; learn and remain current on technical processes, trends, and applicable computer software; and establish and maintain working relationships with employees and the public.
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With its great natural beauty, Clark County, Washington, always has attracted people and businesses. We welcome those who visit and settle here, providing fresh perspectives, growing diversity and vibrant energy.
Our forward-looking community is framed by the scenic Cascade Range to the east and the majestic Columbia River to the south and west. The area is a picturesque place to work, play, and live.
Named for Captain William Clark of Lewis and Clark Expedition fame, our county is one of the fastest growing regions in Washington state and the Portland, Oregon, metropolitan area. Today, more than 467,000 people call Clark County home.
Clark County government works to enhance the quality of life for all of our diverse community by providing services with integrity, openness and accountability. We are one of the county's largest employers, providing a wide range of rewarding careers for about 1,570 people.