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Supervising Land Surveyor
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What they do
A Surveyor measures the surface of the Earth and collects data used to make maps, set boundaries, and determine the shape and contour of sections of land. Uses global positioning system (GPS) and global information system (GIS) technology to make measurements. May specialize in measurements to determine airspace boundaries; may conduct marine or hydrographic surveys to measure bodies of water and determine shorelines and water flow and depth.
$85,847 / year median in California
+7% projected growth
Job Description
JOB POSTING N OTICE OF JOB OPPORTUNITY POSTING
#BR-184-26E
Are you a licensed Professional Land Surveyor looking for your next challenge? The Los Angeles County Sanitation Districts offers a rare opportunity to lead a talented survey crew on a diverse portfolio of projects — from property and design surveys to complex construction work supporting sewers, pumping plants, water reclamation facilities, and landfills. As Supervising Land Surveyor, you will bring your technical expertise to projects that matter, work alongside engineers, designers, and construction professionals, and have the opportunity to shape survey technology, standards, and training for an organization that serves millions of residents across Los Angeles County. This is a role where your experience is valued, your leadership makes a difference, and your career can continue to grow within a stable, well-resourced organization.OUR MISSION
The Sanitation Districts protect public health and the environment through innovative and cost-effective wastewater and solid waste management, and in doing so convert waste into resources such as recycled water, energy and recycled materials.LOCATION
ENGINEERINGDEPARTMENT, CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT SECTION, CARSON FIELD OFFICE, CARSON ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
To provide direct supervision and technical direction to the land survey group, assign survey crews to conduct surveys for property, design, and construction projects of sewers, pumping plants, water reclamation plants, and landfills.JOB SUMMARY
The major job responsibilities are listed below. For more detailed information, please review the job description. Under the direction of the Superintendent of Construction Inspection or higher, the incumbent will: Plan, assign, schedule, evaluate and coordinate the work of the survey crews Visit field sites to review the progress of projects Establish and standardize survey technology system updates, improvements and enhancements Collaborate with staff, vendors, and consultants to identify, analyze, recommend, and implement hardware and software applications to facilitate and enhance the planning and overall management of the survey projects Participate in internal and external user groups to remain current with industry standards, best practices, and emerging technologies Provide technical guidance to subordinates Specify and review work procedures Contact designers and engineers to discuss changes or clarifications to survey requests Develop and coordinate training sessions for survey crews Prepare reports and correspondences Work on specialized survey projects requiring advanced survey decision making Review surveyor's field notes Order supplies, materials and equipment Participate in recommending personnel actions Provide guidance, reviewing, updating, revising or creating legal descriptions for both existing and proposed District properties, easements, leases or agreements File property line, legal descriptions, and corner surveys with the County Recorder's Office Oversee drone operations and operating an unmanned drone for aerial surveysNOTE:
Work schedule is Monday- Friday 6:30 am
- 3:00 pm; some overtime work on nights or weekend as required by project but on a pre-arranged, pre-approved basis.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Candidates must possess: A California State Certificate of Registration as a Professional Land Surveyor issued by the California State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors or equivalent- AND•One (1) year of experience in the Los Angeles County Sanitation Districts performing the duties of a Survey Party Chief II•OR•six (6) years of increasingly responsible field land survey experience May be required to obtain an FAA Pt.