GIS Specialist 2

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE

The qualifications desired on the first day of work are\: 

·            Bachelor’s degree in cartography, geography, computer science, GIS, mathematics, or closely related field, and

·            One year of job-related experience using GIS software applications and programs.

·            Other combinations of education and experience will be evaluated on an individual basis. 

The State of Montana has a decentralized human resources (HR) system. Each agency is responsible for its own recruitment and selection. Anyone who needs a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the agency's HR staff identified on the job listing or by dialing the Montana Relay at 711. Montana Job Service Offices also offer services including assistance with submitting an online application.

State government does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth or medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, creed, political beliefs or affiliation, veteran status, military service, retaliation, or any other factor not related to merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant.

***This position location is open to successful candidate***

Our services impact EVERY Montanan!

MISSION STATEMENT                                   

To be the nation's most citizen oriented, efficiently administered, state tax agency.

The Montana Department of Revenue administers almost 40 state taxes, property appraisals, liquor laws, and unclaimed property for the state of Montana. The Property Assessment Division manages Montana’s property tax laws, including the valuation of all taxable property for property tax purposes.

What We Can Offer You

The State of Montana's comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Health, dental, and vision care; life insurance; and long-term disability. The State currently contributes $12,648/year toward these benefits.


•  Free health care for employees and eligible family member at Montana Health Centers.


• Employee Assistance Benefits including counseling, legal assistance, well-being coaching, financial information, which are free resources.


• Retirement plans- The State currently contributes 9.17%, vested after 5 years of continuous employment.


• Paid vacation- starting at 15 days a year.


• Sick leave- 12 days a year.


• 11 holidays, including a floating holiday, which can be used any time.


• Flexible hours.


• Eligibility to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.

Visit the Health Care and Benefits Division for more information at https\://benefits.mt.gov/. In addition to employee benefits, there are a wide range of advancement opportunities throughout the Department of Revenue.

 

DUTIES

Job Overview\:

This position resides in the Property Assessment Division of Department of Revenue.  The GIS Specialist duties include maintaining and enhancing the cadastral mapping system and GIS-related data and applications for use in ownership determination, parcel identification, valuation and assessment, and assessment processes and providing technical support to users in the use of GIS applications and data. The position does not supervise other staff.

Knowledge of:

·         Cadastral mapping

·         GIS software and databases and related data file formats

·         Individual county database systems

·         Mathematics including algebra, geometry, and trigonometry

·         Deeds and legal descriptions; right-of-way information; data sources such as aerial maps

·         Land information sources such as Government Land Office (GLO), Bureau of Land Management (BLM), US Public Land Survey System, and private surveys

·         Aerial photography

·         Cartographic process

·         Applicable federal/state statutes, administrative rules, and state policies and procedures.

 

Skills in:

• Research and analysis


• Accuracy and attention to detail


• Conflict resolution & customer service


• Microsoft programs and other data base applications


• Written, verbal, and interpersonal communication

 

Ability to:

• Demonstrate self-motivation


• Follow instructions


• Provide timely, customer service


• Handling multiple priorities under deadlines

 

 

***This is an incomplete list of job duties. For a complete job description please contact Human Resources. (dorhr@mt.gov or 406-444-9858)

To be considered for any DOR position, applicants must complete and submit their application online, and upload any required documents. Successful applicants are required to successfully pass DOR tax and background check(s). DOR is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

REMOTE/TELEWORK: This position may be eligible to work from an approved worksite within the state of Montana. This position would be required to report to a Department of Revenue office assigned by the supervisor. Employees must meet and sustain Department of Revenue telework eligibility requirements and supervisor's approval to participate in the DOR Telework Program.

(All computer systems and tax guidelines will be trained on the job.)

Training Assignment:  This agency may use a training assignment. Employees in training assignments may be paid below the base pay established by the agency pay rules. Conditions of the training assignment will be stated in writing at the time of hire.

HOW TO APPLY

To be considered for this position, via the “Apply Online” button located on this posting. Be sure to mark your resume “relevant” in the attached application materials. Applications without resumes will not be considered.

 

Applicant Pool Statement\:  If another department vacancy occurs in this job title within six months, the same applicant pool may be used for the selection.

 

Successful applicants are required to successfully pass DOR tax and background check(s).