MAP DRAFTER I 1121

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

Work involves performing specialized drafting work in the field of mapping and mapping related functions. An employee in this class performs technical drafting work in the maintenance of the County Property Map, Real Property Tax Map, road record map and GIS maps. Plotting may be performed by mathematical computations to tie the parcels of land in the current geographic system. Assignments are received from a technical supervisor who reviews completed work for adherence to established standards and for accuracy of work. Does related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

Translates deed descriptions, survey notes and other information for the plotting and mapping of the County Property Map, Real Property Tax Map, road record map and GIS maps;

Performs mathematical computations to plot, by coordinates, housing development subdivisions for the County Property Map, County Property Tax Map, and for the road record map;

Creates new maps utilizing computerized geographic information systems;

Makes any required corrections on records in the appropriate software and platform.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Good knowledge of the methods, practices and procedures of map drafting; good knowledge of geometry and trigonometry, as they pertain to drafting; some knowledge of the principles and practices of surveying; some knowledge of Lambert projections as applied to State Coordinate Systems; skill in the use of drafting instruments, computer equipment, and various drafting platforms; ability to read and interpret various maps, graphs, charts, plans and survey notes; ability to make computations quickly and accurately; ability to understand and follow complex oral and written instructions; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

OPEN COMPETITIVE

Graduation from a standard senior high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma, and four (4) years experience as a drafter, at least one (1) year of which must have been as a map drafter.

NOTE: Relevant education from a college with federally-authorized accreditation or registration by NY State (which includes course work in drafting, surveying or cartography) will be substituted for the general drafting experience on a year-for-year basis. Candidates must possess the one (1) year of specific experience as a map drafter.

Coursework in drafting, surveying or cartography from a non-degree-granting institution may be accepted based upon credit hour equivalence. Candidates must possess the one (1) year of specific experience as a map drafter.

PROMOTIONAL

Two (2) years of permanent competitive status as a Drafter I or Real Property Recorder III; or

Four (4) years of permanent competitive status as a Real Property Recorder II.

R04/13/17

SUFFOLK COUNTY

Competitive