Tax GIS Specialist I/II

Joining the team at Gaston County Government means being part of a community that is dedicated to improving the lives of its citizens. We are a dynamic organization that values innovation, collaboration, and commitment to service.

As an employee of Gaston County, you will have the opportunity to make a difference in your community every day. Whether you are working in public safety, social services, or administration, your contributions will help improve the lives of our residents and build a better future for our county.

The Gaston County Tax Administration Purpose Statement: To accurately and impartially appraise all property in accordance with applicable state laws and to collect all ad valorem taxes.  We strive to be effective, efficient, and courteous to all customers and citizens of Gaston County.

The duties listed below are not all of the duties that may be assigned but are those that are considered as essential for an employee to perform:

• Identify the location and make appropriate changes to the parcels of the Gaston County tax map using recorded deeds, plats, and other legal documents and ESRI ArcGIS software to reconfigure tax parcels by splitting, combining, or modifying/correcting parcel boundaries.
• Complete updates to the tax map to correspond with the most current annexation maps, legal orders/judgments, local municipality ordinances, and project maps from the NCDOT.
• Trace title of real property in the public record to correct discrepancies in the tax listing.
• Identify the different types of land ownership and types of interest in land and establish a chain of title of the property for tax purposes.
• Research estate files of deceased property owners.
• Produces maps utilizing GIS software and other documents needed for the public or staff upon request.
• Assists the public with Tax Mapping AND any other Gaston County Government questions.
• Contact attorneys, surveyors, and property owners to discuss issues/questions/errors made apparent in the process of tax mapping.
• Other duties as assigned

Level I:

• Graduation from High School or GED equivalency and a minimum of three (3) years of experience in GIS, computer-aided drafting, mapping, land records, or related field; OR 
• Associates Degree with at least 1 year of experience in GIS, computer-aided drafting, mapping, land records, or related field; OR
• A Bachelor’s Degree in Cartography, Geographic Information Systems, Surveying, Computer Science or related field; OR
• Possess a State of North Carolina Property Mapper Certification or willing to obtain within 2 years of hire.
• Candidates with an understanding and knowledge of the North Carolina Machinery Act and Land Record processes are highly preferred.

• Graduation from High School or GED equivalency with 5 years of experience in GIS, computer-aided drafting, mapping, land records, or related field; OR
• Associates Degree with 3 years of experience in GIS, computer-aided drafting, mapping, land records, or related field; OR
• A Bachelor’s Degree in Cartography, Geographic Information Systems, Surveying, Computer Science or related field with 1 year of experience; OR
• Possess a State of North Carolina Property Mapper Certification with 3 years of experience in GIS, computer-aided drafting, mapping, land records, or related field.
• Must be able to obtain NC Carolina Property Mapper Certification within 2 years of hire.
• Candidates with an understanding and knowledge of the North Carolina Machinery Act and Land Record processes are highly preferred.

Pay Scale:

• Tax GIS Specialist I: $27.4519 - $45.2885/hour
• Tax GIS Specialist II: $30.4327 - $50.1923/hour

At Gaston County, we are committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees, job applicants, and members of the community we serve. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion, and we strive to create a welcoming and inclusive environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity.

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable laws.

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