The Real Property GIS & CAD Specialist provides GIS, CAD, and title technical services for transportation (MCDOT), Flood Control District (FCDMC), and other county departments. They research and analyze property deeds, land surveys, title reports, and other recorded and unrecorded documents affecting land parcels. They prepare project right-of-way plans, base maps, legal descriptions, legal exhibits, aerial displays, and other documents for the acquisition of project right-of-way, abandonments, land sales, and other real estate transactions. Respond to inquiries related to existing MCDOT and Flood Control right of way and work closely with personnel within the Real Estate Department, FCDMC, MCDOT, Planning and Development, Maricopa County Attorney’s Office, other county departments, governmental agencies, consultants, realtors, and the public.

About Us

In support of one of the fastest-growing Counties in the nation, the Maricopa County Real Estate Department partners with various departments and agencies to acquire space, land, and improvements for infrastructure improvement projects and personnel, maintains the real property data on County-owned and leased facilities and acquires/leases/disposes of County real property. We are a team of collaborative, results-driven professionals building a stronger Maricopa County. Make us your next career move!

Proud to Offer

• Perform work with a greater purpose
• Growth and stability since 1871
• Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
• Exceptional work-life balance, with hybrid and alternative work schedule options
• Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents
• Paid vacation, sick, and parental (birth/adoption) leaves
• Extensive wellness program with $60 monthly medical premium discounts
• Employee discounts for goods and services

Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires 12.29% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1

We Require 

• Two years of experience related to the technical area of assignment
• Knowledge of principles and practices of land surveying
• Knowledge of principles and practices of right-of-way and engineering design
• Knowledge of principles and applications of GIS
• A combination of post-secondary education and/or job-related experience may substitute for the minimum qualifications on a year-for-year basis
• Associate degree in Civil Engineering, Land Surveying, Geographic Information Systems, or field related to area of assignment

We Also Value

• Experience using ArcPro, CAD, coordinate geometry programs, and Microsoft suite of programs
• Experience in encoding real estate records and data into a database and ArcPro
• The ability to work independently and proactively
• The ability to communicate effectively
• The ability to work in a team environment

Job Contributions

• Create and QC legal descriptions, exhibits, ROW plans, and other documents
• Maintain and update real estate parcel land records and GIS parcel polygons and attributes
• Review and analyze legal documents, construction plans, title reports, and other documents to prepare project right-of-way plans, legal descriptions, exhibits, and GIS depictions of land parcels
• Review and provide feedback on engineering project construction plan submittals and special use permit applications
• Respond to inquiries related to existing and future MCDOT and FCD right of way
• Attend project meetings as required
• Maintain and improve skills needed to perform duties of the position

Working Conditions 

Exerting up to 20 lbs. occasionally, 10 lbs. frequently, or negligible amounts constantly OR requires walking or standing to a significant degree