Seasonal GIS Tech w/ First American (pdx)

Seasonal GIS Technician
First American - Portland, OR 97204

First American Title Insurance Company, the largest subsidiary of First American Financial Corporation (NYSE: FAF), traces its history to 1889. One of the largest title insurers in the nation, the company offers title services through its direct operations and an extensive network of agents throughout the United States and abroad. First American Title provides comprehensive title insurance coverage and professional services for purchases, construction, refinances, or equity loans. The company’s thorough searches, title clearance, and insurance help to produce clear property titles and enable the efficient transfer of real estate. First American was named one of FORTUNE's 100 Best Companies to Work For® in 2016 and 2017. For more information, visit www.firstam.com

Job SummaryDo you have a knack for helping others and strong attention to detail? First American is embarking on an exciting Seasonal hiring journey! We are looking for individuals that share our passion to help others on a seasonal basis during May through October to accommodate our peak season.

Seasonal employees work up to 6 months out of a year in a rewarding and supportive environment and have 6 months off to recharge for the next season!

Whether you are semi-retired, a stay at home parent, have time off from your other job or would just enjoy having flexibility to enjoy life AND want a fulfilling career with a company that values YOU… First American is the place for you! When you complete your first season, we will be anxious to see you again for the next! Don’t miss out on being part of one of Fortune’s 10 Best Workplaces in Insurance!

Essential Functions

• Assists in building geospatial data sets using ArcMap and other tools
• Runs Business reports in bulk using Business Analyst Online
• Creates client mapping products following standard procedures and processes
• Maintains accounting of all orders in order to comply with customer delivery expectations.
• Records consistent problems areas.
• Contributes to other projects not specifically noted above, to achieve the goals of the Company.
• Gains familiarity with a wide variety of documents related to Title and Escrow

Knowledge and Skills/Technology Used

• Educational background in GIS
• Familiarity with ESRI’s products (ArcMap, BAO, ArcGIS Server and ArcGIS Pro)
• Experience in working with parcel and other land base mapping data.
• Requires limited knowledge of the organization, products and/or services.
• Basic MS Office skills
• Good verbal and written skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to work under pressure and remain flexible to changing schedules and demands.
• Basic math skills
  
• Ability to apply common sense, understanding and problem solving.

Typical Education

• Some College Level GIS coursework completed
  

Typical Range of Experience

• 1-2 years of experience

First American invests in its employee’s development and well-being, empowers them to provide superior customer service and encourages them to serve the communities where they live and work. First American is committed to diversity and inclusion. We are an equal opportunity employer. For more information about our Company and our dedication to putting People First, check out firstam.com/careers.

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