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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # GIS Specialist - Real Estate Assessor's Office - **Company:** Chesapeake - **Location:** Chesapeake, VA, United States - **Salary:** $55,854.0 - $83,083.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Computer-Aided Design, Geographic Information Systems, ArcGIS (Software), Information Systems, Esri GIS (Software) - **Published:** July 7, 2026 - **Apply:** https://jobs.cityofchesapeake.net/postings/17657/pre_apply ## About the Role Requires any combination of education and experience equivalent to a bachelor's degree in geographic information systems or a closely related field., 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, 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. ## Description 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., 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 ## Related Videos - [Times of (climate) crisis - How and why sustainable software is a must!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/988-times-of-climate-crisis-how-and-why-sustainable-software-is-a-must) - [Microservices? Monoliths? 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