GIS Specialist - Real Estate Assessors Office

City of Chesapeake VA

Chesapeake, VA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$55,854–$83,083 Per Year
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, ArcGIS, Attorney, CAD/CAM (Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Manufacturing), Condominiums, Customer Support/Service, Data Quality, ESRI, Easements, Editing, Electricity, Emergency Planning, Event Management, Explosives, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Infectious Diseases, Machine Tool, Multitasking, Operations Management, Physical Demands, Problem Solving Skills, Project Planning, Quality Control, Quality Management, Real Estate, Safety/Work Safety, Spatial Data, Team Player
LOCATION
Chesapeake, VA
POSTED
2 days ago

Position Details

Position Information

Working Title of Vacant Position GIS Specialist - Real Estate Assessor's Office Job Type Full Time Posting Type Public Number of Vacancies 1 Department REAL ESTATE ASSESSOR Division REAL ESTATE ASSESSOR Requisition Number 2026325 Number of hours worked per week 40 Work Schedule

Monday through Friday (8:00 AM to 5:00 PM)

Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies.

Work Site Location Chesapeake, VA Position Driving Requirement N - Never Pay Grade GE11 Pay Basis Semi-Monthly Advertised Salary

$55,854 - $83,083 /annually

Starting salary based on qualifications and experience

Job Description

Come join the City of Chesapeake Real Estate Assessor's Office and use your Geographic Information Systems [GIS] talents to make a difference!

General responsibilities of the GIS Specialist include:

  • Converts preliminary and recorded subdivisions, condominiums, easements, plats and other documents by creating and editing the GIS Parcel Fabric in ArcGIS Pro.
  • Reviews preliminary re-subdivision plats
  • GIS Specialist creates parcels and makes data changes based on recorded plats and documents within the Vision CAMA system.
  • Conducts research of legal documents to ensure the correct platting of property descriptions.
  • Provides Customer service for walk-in or call-in customers.
  • Works toward achieving a one-to-one match between the parcel layer and assessment software.
  • Uses GIS system to produce mapping products such as preliminary plans, base map data, and custom maps and charts.
  • Collects, enters, prepares, and converts data from hard copy to digital form.
  • Creates, updates, and edits departmental GIS data layers.
  • Maintains Department Website
  • GIS Specialist reviews and manages quality control operations and verification in order to ensure the accuracy of data and system integrity.
  • Researches and analyzes available information in order to assist staff, developers, builders, and others including the general public, to include support of historical title research.
  • Extracts related GIS data for use in project planning and development.
  • Assists in the development and planning of emergency events using GIS and CAD programs and data.
  • Collaborate across departments (i.e. City Attorney, Development and Permits, Planning etc.) to problem solve various issues.
  • Conducts assigned studies.

Performs other related tasks as assigned.

The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits. Please browse our Benefits Brochure, for a full list of benefits and employee perks.

#GISSpecialist

#Geographic Information Systems

Required Qualifications

VOCATIONAL/EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT:

Requires any combination of education and experience equivalent to a bachelor's degree in geographic information systems or a closely related field.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:

In addition to satisfying the vocational/educational standard, this job class requires a minimum of two years of related, full-time equivalent experience.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with ESRI's ArcGIS Suite, ArcGIS Online, and ArcGIS Enterprise
  • Experience with ESRI's Parcel Fabric
  • Effective analysis and problem-solving skills
  • Current GISP Certification
  • Knowledge of Plats, Surveys and Deeds

Posting Detail Information

Job Open Date 07/07/2026 Job Close Date 07/21/2026 Open Continuous No Special Instructions to Applicants

ADA Checklist

Overall Physical Strength Demands

Overall Physical Strength Demands L=Light - Exerting up to 20 lbs. occasionally, 10 lbs. frequently, or negligible amounts constantly OR requires walking or standing to a significant degree.

Physical Demands

C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never- Never occurs.

Standing Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Sitting Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Walking Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Lifting Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Lifting Amount Exerting up to 20 lbs Carrying Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Carrying Weight Exerting up to 20 lbs Pushing/Pulling Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Pushing/Pulling Weight Exerting up to 20 lbs Reaching Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Handling Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Fine Dexterity Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Kneeling Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Crouching Never- Never occurs. Crawling Never- Never occurs. Bending Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Twisting Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Climbing Never- Never occurs. Balancing Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Vision Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Hearing Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Talking Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Foot Controls Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids Used Protective Equipment Required

Health and Safety

D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never

Mechanical Hazards N = Never Chemical Hazards N = Never Electrical Hazards N = Never Fire Hazards N = Never Explosives N = Never Communicable Diseases S = Seasonally Physical Danger or Abuse N = Never Other If Other, Description

Environmental Factors

D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never

Dirt and Dust S = Seasonally Extreme Temperatures N = Never Noise and Vibration D = Daily Fumes and Odors N = Never Wetness/Humidity N = Never Darkness or Poor Lighting N = Never Primary Work Location Office Environment

Non-Physical Demands

C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never- Never occurs.

Time Pressures Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Emergency Situations Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Frequent Change of Tasks Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime N = Never Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Tedious or Exacting Work Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Noisy/Distracting Environment Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Other If Other, Description Can anyone assist the employee in performing the primary tasks assigned to this position? If yes, identify the eligible task(s)

NO

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City of Chesapeake VA