The County Surveyor's Office in the Department of Land Use and Transportation is recruiting for a Survey Technician III in the Civil Survey and Public Land Corner Section of the Surveyor's Office. The primary duties may include surveying and administering public rights-of-way, retracing and resolving county road rights-of-way, providing survey support on Capital Projects, monumenting and maintaining PLSS Corners, and drafting Records of Survey and PLSS U.S.B.T. Entries.
Ideal CandidateThe Survey Technician III is the advanced journey level class in the Survey Technician series. Positions at this level are distinguished from other classes within the series by the level of responsibility assumed and the complexity of duties assigned. The ideal candidate will be able to perform the most difficult and responsible types of duties assigned to classes within this series, including retracing County Road rights-of-way, drafting records of survey, and/or supervising individual survey crews performing construction, boundary, or cadastral surveying.
Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they can perform every job description task. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may come from a less traditional background. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role, even if you believe you do not meet all of the hiring criteria described in the minimum qualifications.
To review the complete classification and list of knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position click here:Survey Technician III.Associates Degreein surveying, mathematics, geographic information systems, construction management, engineering, forestry, or related field; AND two (2) years of responsible experience in boundary, cadastral or construction surveying. OR
Four (4) years of responsible experience in boundary, cadastral or construction surveying, which includes functional lead or training personnel experience.
Additional Requirements
- Must possess a driver’s license valid in the State of Oregon and have an acceptable driving record.
Selection Process
- Apply Today: We ask that you complete and submit an online application, which will be used to screen for minimum qualifications (MQs) and to determine starting pay in accordance with the provision of the Oregon Equal Pay Law
- MQ Review: HR will screen applications for minimum qualifications after the posting closes.
- Panel Interview(s): Our goal is to schedule panel interviews with candidates who meet the minimum qualificationsas soon as possible.
- Reference Checks: The hiring manager will conduct reference checks on the top candidate.
- Salary Analysis & Conditional Offer: Human Resources will conduct a salary analysis for the successful candidate(s) and extend a conditional offer of appointment.
- Post-Offer Checks: Human Resources will conduct required driving record checks
- Start Date: A start date will be determined after all conditions of employment have been met.
Our Commitment to YouWe are committed to using a merit-based system in which recruiting, selecting, and advancing employees is based on their relative knowledge, skills, and abilities. Washington County values a culture of equity, diverse perspectives, and life experiences. Our organization embraces innovation, collaboration and work-life harmony. We offer job stability, a comprehensive benefits package, and an opportunity to serve and support our diverse community. We are an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity and an inclusive workforce. Women, minorities, veterans, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.Veterans' Preference
If you are a Veteran and would like to be considered for a Veterans' preference for this recruitment, please review instructions using this link: Veterans' Preference Points.
Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act
Reasonable accommodation is available to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing this application or participating in the selection process for this recruitment. To obtain confidential assistance please contact Human Resources 503-846-8606, or e-mail:Careers@washingtoncountyor.govat least 48 hours before any step in the recruitment and selection process for which you feel you need accommodation.
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