Assistant County Surveyor

About the position

The Assistant County Surveyor will support the County Surveyor in managing surveying projects and maintaining land and property records. This role involves conducting fieldwork, technical surveying tasks, and ensuring compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in surveying techniques and GIS, and be comfortable with both office and field duties.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the planning, coordination, and execution of land and property surveys for public works projects, infrastructure developments, road construction, and boundary line determinations.
• Conduct field surveys to gather data on land features, property boundaries, elevations, and infrastructure details using various survey instruments such as total stations, GPS systems, and level instruments.
• Collect and process survey data, including field notes, sketches, and measurements.
• Analyze survey data and assist in the preparation of maps, plats, and reports.
• Assist with the integration of survey data into the county's GIS system to produce accurate maps and spatial data for use in planning, development, and other county operations.
• Maintain accurate and organized survey records, including field notes, survey drawings, and reports.
• Respond to public inquiries regarding land surveys, property boundaries, and other survey-related matters.
• Provide technical assistance to other county departments, agencies, and the general public.
• Ensure that all surveying activities comply with local, state, and federal laws and standards.
• Assist in coordinating and managing various surveying projects from start to finish, including scheduling, coordination with other departments, and ensuring project timelines are met.
• Assist in the training and supervision of junior staff or survey technicians as needed.

Requirements

• Strong background in surveying techniques and GIS (Geographic Information Systems).
• Experience in conducting field surveys and data collection.
• Ability to analyze survey data and prepare maps, plats, and reports.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations related to surveying.
• Ability to operate survey instruments such as total stations, GPS systems, and level instruments.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with project coordination and management.
• Familiarity with public inquiries and providing technical assistance.

Benefits

• Safety equipment provided