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County of Sacramento

Survey Party Chief

Pay: Not specified

Posted: 2 weeks ago

Location: Sacramento, CA (Onsite)

Last Updated: 6 days ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/9/2026

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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

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Job Description

Under direction, Survey Party Chiefs perform advanced journey level work and/or act as leadworkers for a field survey crew performing paraprofessional land and engineering surveys. Responsibilities include the location of boundaries, rights of way and easements, establishment of horizontal and vertical control, topographic mapping and construction surveying for the purposes of constructing public works projects. The projects include but are not limited to highways and bridges, storm water drainage facilities, water conveyance systems, sanitary sewer conveyance and treatment facilities and various other public works structures and projects.

Minimum Qualifications Either:

1. Two years of full-time experience in Sacramento County Service in the class of Survey Technician (Level II).

Or:

2. Three years of paraprofessional surveying experience involving public works facilities or structures.

Note:

Completion of 36 semester units or 45 quarter units of coursework in surveying, engineering or related field at an accredited college or university may substitute for up to one year of the required experience. Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately.