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Description
Olympic Region – Port Angeles
Recruitment #2020-03-7174
This is a full-time, permanent represented position.
EXTENDED!
Olympic Region is seeking a professional land surveyor to be its Region Surveyor. The position is responsible for land survey operations in the region. The Region Surveyor leads three other staff on a field crew that is involved extensively with GLO retracements, corner restoration from original evidence, and other cadastral surveying in support of the Region’s management activities. The work is always interesting, and often provides unique challenges. Most of the work consists of boundary location and posting in support of Region timber sales, but there are occasional needs for topographic and right-of-way surveys. The survey crew works under the guidance of State laws regarding surveying, Federal regulations in the BLM manual of Surveying Instructions, Agency policy and procedures, and applicable bargaining agreements.
What we will trust you with:
- Support Region land management needs through determining and marking property boundaries
- Planning and scheduling survey operations in collaboration with State Lands staff
- Survey research, including analysis of GLO and publicly filed survey records
- Survey calculations to ensure that surveys meet applicable accuracy standards
- Survey map development and recording, including all necessary documentation and stamping
- Supervision and leadership of a three-person field crew and survey operations
- Preparation of cutting line agreements when necessary
The right candidate has:
- Registration as a Professional Land Surveyor in the State of Washington.
- A minimum of six years of experience in land surveying, including at a minimum: Two years’ experience in Public Land Survey System retracement and subdivision, at or above the Land Surveyor 2 or equivalent level; and four years of cadastral surveying in a forest environment.
- Knowledge of land surveying and mapping principles, procedures and practices; statutes, court decisions and other law pertaining to the establishment of land boundaries; locating dividing and defining comers, monuments, lines and boundaries of land; professional standards of land surveying and mapping.
- Knowledge of land records management.
- Knowledge of geodesy and state plane coordinates.
- Minimum of one year’s experience with digital field data collection.
- Experience managing workload and prioritizing multiple deadlines to meet timeframes.
- Experience in exercising professional judgment in analyzing survey problems, making recommendations and making final decisions.
- Experience using survey grade GPS receivers and software to conduct GPS control surveys.
- Experience using surveying instruments such as total stations, electronic theodolites, and levels (both manual and electronic).
- Proficient in using computer software, land survey software, and applications to compose documents; develop spreadsheets and databases; and manage information.
- Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills as demonstrated by the ability to resolve conflicts, write effectively, and communicate with diverse groups both internal and external.
- This position works primarily in the office and also supports field operations. Office activities may require extensive hours sitting at a desk or use of a computer. Field activities require working in all weather conditions, ability to navigate with a compass in the forest, driving on forest roads, and hiking/traversing moderate to rough terrain while packing survey gear.
- This position is required to travel frequently, for extended periods, may require overnight travel for projects, and trips out of the Region, such as to Olympia. Projects are often within 1-1½ hour drive from office, but can be further.
- Must have a valid driver’s license and have two years of driving experience. This position requires driving as an essential function. Employees who drive for state business, whether in a state or privately-owned vehicle, are required to possess a valid license as defined in policy PO02-006 and abide by all other driver responsibility requirements. 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.
- Experience in supervision and management practices.
- Using GIS mapping software.
- Experience negotiating and preparation of survey contracts.
- Familiar with the use and care of ATV’s.
- Experience writing and interpreting forest cutting line agreements.
- Demonstrable record of accomplishment of professional excellence for accuracy and accountability.
- Demonstrated ability to create a positive teamwork environment encouraging staff development, collaboration, cooperation, and trust.
One of the world’s most scenic places, Washington State offers breathtaking discoveries for people who love natural beauty and outdoor recreation, from the Pacific Coast shores to the rugged Cascade Mountains to the rolling hills of the Palouse. Your office will be located in Port Angeles. The position’s duties cover the entire region from Grays Harbor to Forks, along the Straits, and to Hood Canal. The work environment in the field includes all manner of terrain and conditions, and is mostly forested.
At DNR, we value public service, innovation and creative problem solving, safety and well-being, and leadership and teamwork. At DNR you’ll support the vision of a sustainable future by using your skills to protect and manage the state’s natural resources for both current and future generations. As a DNR employee, you’ll work with the public’s interest in mind as we manage more than 5 million acres of state-owned forest, range, commercial, agricultural and aquatic lands. But managing lands is only half of our story. We house the Washington Geological Survey, a dynamic program that is the primary source of geological products and services in support of decision making in Washington. We also protect other public resources such as fish, wildlife, water, and provide public access to outdoor recreation. Two of our largest and most important state-wide resource protection responsibilities are fire prevention and suppression, and overseeing forest practices.
We are nearly 1,500 employees strong and dedicated to making DNR a great place to work. Our mission is to serve Washington’s lands and communities; build strong and healthy rural communities; enhance forest health and wildfire management; strengthen the health and resilience of our lands and waters; and increase public engagement and commitment to our public lands and resources. In partnership with citizens and governments, we provide innovative leadership and expertise to ensure environmental protection, public safety, perpetual funding for schools and communities, and a rich quality of life. At DNR we approach our work through the lens of making Washington a better place environmentally, economically and socially for current and future generations.
What makes DNR a great place to work?
- Transitioning to a modern work environment
- Mobile work
- Infants at work program
- Commitment to organizational health and wellness
- Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Council
- Leadership that empowers and supports employees
- Work/life balance
- Leadership development opportunities
- Educational aid and career development stipends
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility
- Opportunities to participate in wildland fire suppression assignments
- Opportunities to stretch your professional skills
- A comprehensive benefit package that includes employer contributions toward health insurance, paid holidays, retirement plans, sick leave and vacation days. Visit http://careers.wa.gov/benefits.html for more information.
Application Process
To be considered you must apply online at www.careers.wa.gov (Click on the APPLY button above). You must complete the entire online application to be considered for the position.
- You must attach the following:
- A letter of interest describing how your experience and qualifications relate to the position profile, required and desired position qualifications, and special position requirements.
- A resume including the names of three to five professional references
Carefully review your application materials before submitting. If you fail to submit the required documents or complete the entire online application, you may no longer be considered for the position by the supervisor.
Application Status – once you submit your online application, you can check your status by logging into your account. Finalists for the position will be contacted by the hiring manager directly. Recruitment may be extended depending on the quantity and quality of the application pool.
Questions? Please contact Jeremy Tryall at 360-640-2363, jeremy.tryall@dnr.wa.gov or e-mail us at DNRrecruiting@dnr.wa.gov.
Washington State Department of Natural Resources is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities in a fair and impartial manner for all persons without regard to age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, creed, color, national origin, religion, pregnancy/parental status, genetic information, military status, political affiliation, criminal history or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability or the use of a trained service animal by a person with a disability. Persons with a disability who need assistance during the screening process or those needing this announcement in an alternative format may contact DNR Recruiting staff (360) 902-1350 or (360) 902-1139. DNR may be contacted using the Washington State Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS) by dialing 711.