County Surveyor

Sebring, FL
Full Time
Engineering
Experienced

Department:

Engineering

Reports to:

Assistant County Engineer Stormwater

Pay Grade/Salary Range:

118 - $71,510.97 - $114,417.55 ($34.38 - $55.01 Hourly)

Posting Expires:Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

A professional position responsible for surveying and mapping encompassing the surveying, constructions, and mapping of County utility and public works projects and facilities. Acts as responsible point of contact with State and Local Agencies for the development of survey standards, practices, and programs.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

The following statements describe the principal functions of the job and its scope of responsibility but should not be considered an all-inclusive list of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned.

•Directs and coordinates operations of the Survey Section of the Stormwater Division.
•Prepares specifications for contractual agreements with private consultants pertaining to surveying and mapping services.
•Performs necessary administrative duties and prepares yearly budget for Survey Section.
•Develops agency survey programs and policies.
•Coordinates work plans to ensure programs are implemented in a timely manner.
•Designs survey methodology and develops operational procedures.
•Supervises other survey technical personnel and participates in performing professional surveying and mapping work.
•Provides technical support and instructs engineering personnel in preparation and maintenance of digital maps and information technology database utilized for the establishment of Geographic Information Systems.
•Provides technical support and instructs survey party chiefs in acquiring conventional and Global Positioning Systems (GPA) field survey data for major street projects, sanitary and storm sewer systems, water treatment and water distribution structures and systems, bridges, building construction projects and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) mapping projects.
•Advises on construction specifications regarding the adaptability of plans and designs to particular field conditions.
•Advises County agencies on survey related matters.
•Supervises the inspection of construction projects while in progress for adherence to plans and specifications. Reviews surveys, legal descriptions, and sketches for conformance with Florida Statutes.
•Reviews subdivision plats for technical accuracy and conformance to Florida Statutes and Highlands County’s Land Development Regulations prior to recordation.
•Maintain a professional and safe unit and work area adhering to established safety policies and the image desired for the organization.
•Follow consistently the Board policies and procedures.
•Responds productively to change and performs all other related tasks as directed.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

•Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of lands surveying and mapping as applied to engineering, construction, record, route and right of way surveying.
•Thorough knowledge of the use, trouble shooting and maintenance of survey instruments including conventional instruments.
•Thorough knowledge of total station/electronic data collection field to finish solutions and GPS equipment.
•A general working knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3-D and data transfer software.
•Ability to research and analyze survey reference materials such as public records, engineering plans, right of way maps and legal descriptions.
•Ability to maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, managers, supervisors, directors, elected officials, vendors, and the general public.

PHYSICAL SKILLS:

Must be able to remain in a stationary position for 25% of the time. The individual in this position frequently communicates with the public and co-workers. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations. Occasionally ascends/descends stairs, climb ladders, scaffolding, etc. Occasionally moves materials and equipment weighing up to 40 lbs. Consistently works in an outdoor environment. Occasionally works in inclement outdoor weather conditions. Frequently operates a motor vehicle or heavy equipment for up to four (4) hours continuously or intermittently. Occasionally works in rugged terrain; to include very steep, wet, muddy, rough, uneven, or rocky surfaces. Positions require physical exertions such as bending, crouching, stooping, stretching, reaching or similar activities. Individuals should be capable of working alone. Use of near and far vision.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor’s degree in surveying and mapping. Six (6) years in responsible charge of Land Surveying, mapping projects including GPS surveying and/or GIS mapping, and the use of Computer-Aided Design and Drafting (CADD). A minimum two (2) years' experience in responsible charge will be post Certification as a Professional Survey and Mapper in the State of Florida and four (4) years' experience will be in the supervisory aspect of the work.

LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, OR REGISTRATIONS:

Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver License. Current Licensure as a Florida Registered Professional Survey and Mapper in good standing with the Florida Board of Land.

OTHER JOB-RELATED REQUIREMENTS:

         Disaster Essential.

THE HIGHLANDS COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
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