Survey Chief (Survey Technician Supervisor)

The Department of Transportation is looking to hire a Survey Technician Supervisor to take on the role of Survey Chief and strengthen our team. In this role, you will showcase your leadership abilities by managing a survey field crew engaged in both manual and electronic operations for various types of surveys, including preliminary, right-of-way, engineering, bridge, construction, land, and property assessments. This position offers an excellent opportunity for individuals eager to step into a leadership role within the surveying sector. If you are dedicated to maintaining accuracy and precision in surveying practices, this is the ideal position for you. Seize this opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to the Department of Transportation by applying today!

In this position, you will oversee all functions of the survey team, focusing on determining elevation, location, and distances within the designated survey area. You will manage the electronic downloading and editing of survey data using the Computer Aided Drafting and Design System (CADD). A strong proficiency in electronic total stations, data collectors, laptops, CADD workstations, GPS, robotic surveying equipment, digital levels, and conventional instruments is essential. Regular checks of all equipment for accuracy and functionality are required to ensure high-quality work. You will prepare daily and weekly plans to optimize task execution, assign equipment, and delegate responsibilities among team members for maximum efficiency. Additionally, you will provide training on the use of surveying equipment, plan interpretation, and survey computations. Monitoring daily activities will be crucial to ensure adherence to all relevant rules, regulations, and safety protocols for the protection of employees, equipment, and the public.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, on an adhoc basis. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in King of Prussia.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• One year of experience as a Survey Technician (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• Four years of experience as a member of a survey corps which included duties operating both standard and electronic surveying instruments; or
• Two years of experience as a member of a survey corps which included duties operating both standard and electronic surveying instruments, and an associate's degree in surveying, drafting, design, civil or any other appropriate field of engineering technology.

Condition of Employment:

• This position requires possession of a valid Pennsylvania driver's license.

Other Requirements:

• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements will eliminate you from consideration for this position.

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If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
• You must provide complete and accurate information or:
  • your score may be lower than deserved.
  • you may be disqualified.
• You may only apply/test once for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.