Engineer IV - Land Surveyor

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County of San Luis Obispo

Engineer IV - Land Surveyor

Opening Date/Time: Thu. 10/15/15 12:00 AM Pacific Time
Closing Date/Time: Thu. 11/19/15 11:59 PM Pacific Time
Salary: $44.65 - $54.26 Hourly
$7,739.33 - $9,405.07 Monthly
$92,872.00 - $112,860.80 Annually
Job Type: Hourly
Location: All Locations - San Luis Obispo County, California
Department: Public Works ISF

About the Position

The County of San Luis Obispo is offering a career opportunity for a licensed land surveyor to join our APWA accredited Public Works department with immediate opportunity to be appointed as the County Surveyor or Deputy County Surveyor by the County Board of Supervisors.

Under general direction, the Land Surveyor performs difficult and complex surveying work and/or acts as supervisor to a group of surveyors and/or paraprofessional, surveying/engineering staff. The Land Surveyor prepares and reviews boundary descriptions of real property and special districts; reviews Records of Survey, Parcel Maps and Subdivision Maps for compliance with State and Local Codes; interprets and explains Local and State Codes, the Land Surveyors Act, and Subdivision Map Act; prepares and presents before community groups, professional organizations, and the County Board of Supervisors. Ability to be appointed by the Director of Public Works as the County Surveyor or Deputy County Surveyor to fulfill the statutory requirements of the California Government Code and Professional Land Surveyors Act.

Duties include, but are not limited to: plans, organizes, coordinates and supervises the checking of maps to determine the technical correctness and proper survey procedures for maps submitted to San Luis Obispo County by licensed land surveyors and engineers according to the requirements of the Subdivision Map Act and Land Surveyor's Act; assists in planning, organizing, coordinating and directing the survey functions related to design and construction of facilities; examines and processes Subdivision Improvement agreements, financial security documents, and requests for reduction and release of bonds and financial security documents for public improvements and special assessments in accordance with requirements; coordinates the work of assigned staff with engineers, architects and land surveyors from other county departments, public agencies and consulting organizations; prepares project budget and time requirements for survey assignments; researches files and records to gather and collate needed documents for planning and execution of survey assignments; assigns jobs to staff and reviews and analyzes their work in accordance with established policies, procedures and accepted survey practices; analyzes record and field data to make boundary determinations and provides information and interpretations related to surveys, field notes, sketches, parcel maps, and subdivision maps to other county departments, public agencies, consultants and private surveyors and engineers; provides information and interpretations of Subdivision Map Act, Land Surveyor's Act, Title 22 and the San Luis Obispo County Code to developers, attorneys, land surveyors, engineers, realtors and other concerned parties; provides technical advice and investigates inquiries concerning land division, land purchase, survey requirements and practices to county departments and public agencies; mediates disputes between county staff and private land surveyors and engineers regarding comments on maps; may serve as a member of a variety of committees and organizations; may act as expert witness in court cases; certifies reports to governmental agencies regarding location-based activities as required; performs related duties as assigned.

The Ideal Candidate:
In addition to the technical strengths and experience necessary, this position requires a motivated individual who desires to make a difference in the health and well-being of our community. Are you someone who can effectively communicate with people, pose a relentless service ethic, a high level of personal accountability, and want to join an organization dedicated to being a valued community partner enhancing the quality of life for our fellow county residents? If so, you are encouraged to apply for this rare career opportunity.

Minimum requirements for this position:

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related engineering field (Job-related professional level civil engineering, traffic engineering, or land surveying experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis).

In addition: Three years of professional level experience in land surveying, exercising responsible charge as defined by the Land Surveyor's Act.

In addition: Possession of a valid California Land Surveyor's license (or registration as a licensed Civil Engineer in the State of California prior to January 1, 1982) issued by the California State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors which must be maintained throughout employment.

A valid driver license is required at the time of application. A valid CALIFORNIA driver license is required at the time of appointment and must be maintained throughout employment.

The ideal candidate will have knowledge of: complex engineering surveying, and mathematical concepts and practices, including boundary establishment and legal descriptions of real property as applied to surveying; principles of supervision, training, organization, and work scheduling; the Land Surveyor's Act and Subdivision Map Act, applicable State laws and San Luis Obispo County codes, and other related laws and ordinances concerning surveying and boundary determination; general operation and acceptable techniques in the use of automated equipment and standard application software related to surveying functions; survey project budgeting and scoping; mapping and drafting techniques; the California Coordinate system; safe surveying practices.

In addition, the ideal candidate will have the ability to: establish and maintain courteous professional relationships with those contacted in the course of business; communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; provide daily direction, guidance, organization, coordination, supervision, review and control the work of field or office survey staff; provide requisite interpretations of State laws, San Luis Obispo County codes, and related codes and ordinances applicable to the survey requirements and boundary determinations; perform a variety of administrative functions; prepare technical correspondence and complete comprehensive reports; develop and recommend policies and procedures; represent the County in meetings and conferences with outside consultants, contractors, and other public agencies; read and interpret plans and specifications.

How to Apply:
Applications, including answers to supplemental questions, must be submitted online by the final filing date. To apply for this position, click "apply" at the top of this page.

An initial application review will be conducted. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and are best qualified will be invited to participate in selection activities which may include online assessments, performance exams, written exams, and interviews.

Final candidates will be required to have an in-depth background review performed before proceeding in the process. Please note that references will not be contacted until the end of the process.

If you have questions or would like to discuss the opportunity further, please contact Human Resources at hr@co.slo.ca.us. Confidential inquiries are welcomed.

For further information regarding the County of San Luis Obispo, visit our website at http://apptrkr.com/691713.

Supplemental Information:
In the event that the successful candidate is appointed as County Surveyor by the San Luis Obispo County Board of Supervisors, the appointee shall receive a five percent increase in salary during their tenure. (County Ordinance 2.16.015)

For some assignments incumbents must be physically capable of performing manual labor including the lifting and carrying of objects weighing up to 75 pounds; perform a variety of physical tasks in inclement weather and in a variety of difficult locations and conditions; must possess sufficient eye-hand coordination to utilize a variety of hand and power-driven tools.