Rural Addressing Technician I

Under general supervision of the Community Development Director, works closely with the public to develop and assign accurate physical addresses within unincorporated areas of the County. Provides addressing support for 911 emergency services, as well as postal, utility, and delivery services. Creates and maintains maps displaying address and roadway information. Assists with GIS-related projects to support coordination and continuity across County departments. Associate's degree in GIS, Geography, Planning, Civil Engineering, or Computer Science or a combination of work experience and education to successfully perform the job duties. Valid State of New Mexico Driver's license or able to obtain within six (6) months of employment. Work is performed in an office and may be subject to repetitive motion such as typing, data entry with vision to monitor and extended periods of intense concentration in the review of documents and reports. Work is also performed in an outside environment and may be subject to repetitive motion such as pounding post and connecting plaques; may also be subject to several hours in the field and driving to locations throughout the county; may be required to lift and carry items more than 50 pounds. May be exposed to possible physical harm, fumes and airborne particles and extreme weather conditions; noise level is generally moderate except in the field. Utilize, process, and navigate the County's electronic ERP system as necessary and appropriate based on the needs and requirements of this position. This position may be eligible for an alternative worksite arrangement, in accordance with County policy and at the discretion of the Department Head. The list that follows is not intended as a comprehensive list; it is intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed, and may be required to perform additional, position-specific tasks. Work closely with the public to furnish an address by identifying land ownership, possible land divisions, and location of driveways. Responsible for GPS data collection and posting of all address related information. Complete all paperwork required in issuing an address. Notify landowners, appropriate County departments and other entities of the new, updated, and/or changed data. Process the paperwork. Utilize a variety of GIS mapping software (ArcGIS 9, ArcMap 8, and Pathfinder Office software.) to create maps. Maintain the accuracy level required by the State of New Mexico Department of Finance regarding address location for 911 purposes. Read and interpret warranty deeds, real estate contracts, property survey plats and other related documents for use in location of parcel for addressing purpose and drafting of parcel on addressing map book pages. Maintain files and related documentation, per State and Federal requirements. Perform other related duties as assigned.