Survey Crew Party Chief, Land Surveyor 2 - State of Washington : Job Details

Survey Crew Party Chief, Land Surveyor 2Recruitment #2025-1-7176Full-time, Permanent, Represented positionLocation: Olympic Region- Port Angeles, WASalary: $4,987.00 - $6,705.00 MonthlyReview of applications is ongoing. We reserve the right to make a hiring decision or close this recruitment any time after 1/29/25. It is in your best interest to submit materials as soon as possible.Want to join something GREAT and make a difference?The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has an exciting opportunity within our State Land Survey Program for a Survey Crew Party Chief to join our Land Surveyors and Technicians team. DNR encourages and supports the continuing professional development of our Land Survey staff. This is a great opportunity for a surveyor wanting to work in non-urban areas primarily on the scenic Olympic Peninsula with a small, but highly skilled work group.As part of the Olympic Region Survey Crew, the successful candidate for this position will be the lead person of a two-to-three-person land survey field crew. This position works out of the DNR's Port Angeles Work Center to support Timber Sale Operations in the Olympic Region. It will also perform boundary and topographic surveys for other programs in the agency as needed. We utilize robotic total stations, modern multi-constellation GNSS receivers, and up-to-date office software to perform Cadastral, GLO/PLSS retracements, boundary staking, and topographic surveys on state-managed forest lands, natural areas, and recreation sites.Responsibilities:

In the field: Navigating to and from remote job sites in large 4x4 vehicles and utilizing ATVs. Selecting routes and planning survey operations; operating or supervising the operation of field survey equipment including robotic and semi-robotic total stations and GNSS receivers. Mapping topographic features, property lines, rights of ways, utilities, site surveys, and boundary location. Plan and execute GNSS control surveys necessary for coordinating land surveys. Conducting survey control traverses in heavily forested and mountainous terrain that meet the State WAC and RCW requirements. Be proficient in GLO corner recovery and land boundary surveying principles.

In the office: Reducing field notes and verifying data collection files. Research survey and title records and organization of survey project job files. Performing calculations and preliminary map drafting using a computer. Assist the licensed land surveyor in charge of checking the final survey map. Maintain or supervise the maintenance of the field survey equipment, training field crew members in the operation of equipment. Compose legal descriptions and land corner notes for inclusion on a record of survey.

Required Qualifications:

• Four years of experience performing land survey work and an associate degree or higher in forestry, engineering, or related fieldOR an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• Experience with surveying equipment such as electronic total stations, electronic data collectors and software, GNSS equipment, and data collectors.
• Experience with complex coordinate geometry (COGO) computations.
• Knowledge of or experience with surveying on the Washington State Plane Grid System.
• Knowledge of basic statutes and other laws pertaining to the establishment, locating, dividing, and defining of corners, monuments, lines, and boundaries of land.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to use standard office computer applications such as email, word processors, and spreadsheets as well as AutoCAD Carlson survey software and StarNet survey network adjustment software.
• Skills with cross-county navigation, using a topographic map and compass to navigate, and map and aerial photo interpretation skills are all regularly required of incumbents holding this position.
• Ability to operate All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs).
• Ability to operate crew transport vehicles in an off-road environment.
• Commitment to fostering and supporting an environment that honors diversity, equity, inclusion, and environmental justice practices.
• Perform assigned duties in a manner consistent with applicable laws, regulations and public records retention and requests are followed.

DNR Core Competencies:

• Personal Accountability
• Value Others
• Compassionate Communication
• Inspire Others
• Commitment to Excellence

Special Requirements and Conditions of Employment:

• This is largely a field position. The position requires the ability to be physically capable of walking long distances while carrying up to 40 pounds of equipment over mountainous, forested terrain in inclement weather conditions.
• Typically, projects are located within a 1 to 2.5-hour drive from the office, but overnight travel may be necessary for projects that are located in remote areas of the Olympic Region, or for projects that have been assigned but are located in other DNR regions.
• A valid unrestricted driver's license and have two years of driving experience. This position requires driving as an essential function. Finalists and/or interview candidates will be asked to provide a driving record from all states in which they have held a license during the past three years.

Desired Qualifications:

• Possession of a valid Washington Land Surveyor in Training (LSIT) certificate may be substituted for the required experience.

Application Requirements:

• Apply online: at www.careers.wa.gov (Click on the APPLY button above).
• Letter of interest: describing your specific qualifications to the position and position required, desired, and special requirements.
• Resume: that details your experience and qualifications.
• References: at least three professional references with current telephone numbers.
• Important: Do not attach any documents that include photos or private information (social security number, year of birth, etc.).
• Complete all supplemental questions.

Questions? Please contact Luke Lymangrover at 360-###-#### or e-mail us at [email protected] the Department of Natural Resources (DNR):At DNR we approach our work through the lens of making Washington a better place environmentally and are dedicated to serving Washington's lands and communities through diversity, equity, and inclusion.Our Vision: Our actions ensure a future where Washington's lands, waters, and communities thrive.Our Mission: Manage, sustain, and protect the health and productivity of Washington's lands and waters to meet the needs of present and future generations.Our Core Values:

• Safety and Well-Being — Our top priority is the safety of the public and our employees.
• Public Service — We value and respect the public we serve, and we value and respect the people of the Department of Natural Resources who step up to serve.
• Innovation and Creative Problem-Solving — We solve our state's most pressing challenges through innovative thinking, dedication, and bold and creative vision.
• Leadership and Teamwork — We are committed to building leaders at all levels and building teams for success.

DNR provides excellent benefits, a few of which include:

• Commitment to organizational health and wellness
• Work/life balance
• DNR Employee Resource Groups (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Council, Women's Employee Resource Group, Veterans Employee Resource Group, etc.)
• Statewide Employee Business Resource Groups
• Leadership that empowers and supports employees
• Professional development opportunities
• Educational and career development aid
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility
• Opportunities to participate in wildland fire suppression assignments
• A comprehensive benefits package that includes employer contributions toward health insurance, paid holidays, retirement plans, sick leave, and vacation days.

Equal Opportunity Employer: The Washington State Department of Natural Resources is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation, and gender identity diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, veterans, military spouses or people with military status, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply.#J-18808-Ljbffr