Senior Surveyor - Flood Control

Senior Surveyor

• Flood Control County of Riverside
• 3.8 Riverside, CA Job Details $112,238.38
• $158,245.

85 a year 9 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance Bereavement leave Life insurance Qualifications Trigonometry Research Driver's License Supervising experience Crew management Overseeing training Full Job Description For questions regarding this position, please contact the Recruiter listed in the Supplemental Information section.

ABOUT THE POSITION

The County of Riverside's Flood Control District is seeking a Senior Surveyor to join the Surveying and Mapping Division located in Riverside. This is a field-based leadership position, commonly referred to as a Survey Party Chief, responsible for directing daily field survey operations and supervising a small survey crew. The Senior Surveyor will serve as the field lead for a survey crew (typically 1-2 staff members), planning and coordinating daily work activities to ensure efficient and accurate completion of assignments. This position is responsible for establishing and maintaining survey control networks using GPS and conventional surveying methods, as well as staking out construction projects. Duties include coordinating field operations with contractors; processing GPS data; and conducting research for projects. The Senior Surveyor will also provide performance feedback and participate in evaluating subordinate staff. In addition to meeting the minimum qualifications, the most competitive candidates will demonstrate: Proven ability to effectively lead and supervise a survey crew in dynamic and difficult situations Comprehensive knowledge of local surveying principles, practices, and applicable laws and regulations, including the California Professional Land Surveyors' Act Advanced proficiency with modern surveying equipment (Carlson experience preferred), including GNSS receivers, total stations, digital and optical levels, HD scanning equipment, data collectors, and UAV/drone technology Possession of a California LSIT certification and FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with the public, contractors, inspectors, engineers, and fellow team members Commitment to advocate and prioritize training of subordinate crew members Enthusiasm for learning new equipment and practices, as well as innovate ways to apply new technologies in everyday workflows Experience surveying for a Government entity, including experience in building and maintaining flood control and capital improvement facilities Five to ten years of field surveying experience showing a progression of responsibility One to five years of office experience, including: research, boundary analysis, field data reduction, geodetic control processing and analysis, DTM/surface creation The Senior Surveyor is an underfill for the Senior Land Surveyor which is the California registered land surveyor classification and reports to an appropriate supervisory or manager level position. Incumbents supervise field survey crews, or an office section responsible for performing a specialized survey function, or multiple sections performing diverse or less complex survey related functions. The Senior Surveyor is responsible for maintaining adherence to established policies and procedures within assigned sections.

Schedule:

This position follows a 4/10 schedule (four 10-hour days per week), Monday through Thursday, from 6:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Meet The Team The Riverside County Flood Control and Water Conservation District provides for the control and conservation of flood and storm waters and for the protection of watercourses, watersheds, public highways, life and property from damage within its boundaries.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Assign and supervise, directly or through subordinates, technical and support staff engaged in various survey activities including, but not limited to, making preliminary, construction, property, subdivision, photogrammetric, 3D laser scanning, Light Detection and Ranging (LiDAR), Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS), elevation, topographic surveys, land records research, and managing Geographic Information Systems (GIS) land cadastres. Supervise the checking of land division maps, records of survey maps, minor land division cases, right-of-way cases, and corner records; process geodetic and cadastral surveys; provide survey information to the public; prepare legal descriptions, documents, plans, maps, exhibits; input land records information into the survey divisions GIS land cadastre. Responsible for timely completion and technical proficiency of work assigned to area; monitor and participate in the training of subordinates; review subordinate staff's performance, prepare evaluations, and recommend appropriate personnel actions. Interview and make recommendations on the selection of subordinates; provide field crews with necessary support data and evaluate their reports for completeness and accuracy. Review pending jobs and supervise the assembly of all survey information including, but not limited to, construction and design plans, tract maps, parcel maps, right-of-way, minor land division cases, corner records, and records of survey needed to accomplish survey work. Set priorities, monitor progress of work, and advise on survey problems and procedures; prepare periodic progress and other activity reports.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with an associate's degree in land surveying, civil engineering, or a closely related field to the assignment. Possession of a valid certificate as a Land Surveyor-in-Training issued by the California State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Geologists (BPELSG) may be substituted for the required education.

Experience:

Two years of land surveying in a lead capacity.

Knowledge of:

Effective methods of supervising and training personnel; survey principles and practices as applied to preliminary, legal, land, construction, topographic, geodetic, and photogrammetric surveys; mathematics through trigonometry as applied to surveying; the general principles of the subdivision of land and the Subdivision Map Act; the State Coordinate System.

Ability to:

Supervise, plan, and direct the work of others in a complex technical section; interpret plans, specifications, and survey notes; establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

Other Requirements License:

Possession of a valid California Driver's License is required. This position involves travel to various locations throughout the county to conduct survey operations.

Physical/Environmental Conditions/Requirements:

The Senior Surveyor will: Work in both field and office environments, with primary duties performed in the field Walk over uneven, rugged, and undeveloped terrain during survey operations Work in a variety of outdoor environmental conditions, including exposure to high temperatures, cold, wind, and rain Be exposed to local wildlife and natural field hazards while performing duties Work in and around active roadways, including traffic lanes and street intersections, while following established safety protocols Lift, carry, and set up surveying equipment such as tripods, levels, GNSS/GPS units, and related field instruments Safely transport and handle field equipment as part of daily survey operations Essential job duties must be performed with or without reasonable accommodations. For more information, see "Reasonable Accommodations" under

APPLICATION INFORMATION. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

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APPLICATION INFORMATION

Veteran's Preference The County has a Veterans Preference Policy applicable to new hires. To qualify, attach the required documents to your job application. Documents include a copy of your (or your spouse's) Member-4 Form DD-214 indicating dates of service. For spousal preference, and as applicable, the following documents: a copy of your marriage certificate, spouse's death certificate, a letter of spouse's disability and/or letter of service-related death (if available) from the U.S. Veteran's Administration. For privacy reasons, it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans' preference. For complete details and documentation requirements, please review the Veterans Preference Policy, C-3 here: https://rivcocob.org/board-policies Reasonable Accommodations The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter for the position noted above. For additional information and/or to obtain the appropriate form for requesting a reasonable accommodation, please visit the Disability Access Office web page located at: https://rc-hr.com/disability Proof of Education If using education to qualify or when requested by the recruiter, upload a copy of any license(s), official/unofficial transcript(s), degrees, and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account at the time of application and before the closing date. Official or unofficial transcripts will be accepted. If your education was completed outside of the United States, you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE). Work Authorization Requirement Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application. The County of Riverside does not participate in visa sponsorship programs, including H1-B visas, and will not provide sponsorship for any employment-based visas. Equal Opportunity Employer The County of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the County of Riverside to provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, or denial of medical and family care leave, or any other non-job-related factors. Pre-Employment All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment requirements including a criminal background investigation, which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment). A pre-employment physical examination and background check may be required. Probationary Period As an Approved Local Merit System, all County of Riverside employees, except those serving "At Will," are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, County Resolution, or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency/department head. General Information Current County of Riverside and/or current employees of the hiring department may receive priority consideration. Qualified candidates may be considered for future County vacancies. Job postings may close without notice based on application volume. Submit your complete application by the recruitment close date; no late applications are accepted. Ensure all relevant experience/education is reflected on your application/resume, as a failure to demonstrate position requirements may disqualify applicants. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered. Please read and follow any special application instructions on this posting. Click the ' Apply ' link located on this page to submit your application. For additional instructions on the application process, examinations, Veteran's preference, pre-employment accommodation or other employment questions, please refer to our web site, www.rc-hr.com. If you are experiencing technical problems, you may contact the governmentjobs.com applicant support desk Monday through Friday, 6 am to 5 pm Pacific Time at or toll-free 1-855-524-5627.