SENIOR SURVEYOR

City of Long Beach; California (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Long Beach is seeking a licensed land surveyor or a civil engineer authorized for land surveying to lead a survey division and manage field crews. You will supervise tract and parcel map work and ensure compliance with the Professional Land Surveyor's Act.

You will direct field surveys, oversee GIS/GPS networks, review maps and reports, and perform complex computations while mentoring staff. Equal opportunity employer and inclusion are emphasized.

Qualifications

• Must hold CA licensure as Land Surveyor or as Civil Engineer authorized for land surveying in California.
• Proof of licensure and related documents required at filing.
• Out-of-state degrees require equivalence proof at filing.

Responsibilities

• Manage a group of survey parties involved in land surveying including hydrographic, geodetic, boundary and construction surveying.
• Direct field surveys and supervise preparation of tract and parcel maps and engineering improvement plans.
• Monitor GPS real time networks and review control maps and reports.
• Perform complex survey computations and adjustments and supervise staff in safe work practices.
• May assume duties of division head in absence; oversee software review and procedures.

Education

Licensed Land Surveyor in California

Civil Engineer authorized to practice land surveying in California

Tools

CAD (computer aided design)

Job description

Overview

Applications are available online beginning Friday, June 20, 2025. Filing will remain open until vacancies are filled and may close without further notice.

Responsibilities

Under direction, manages the work of a group of survey parties involved in a wide variety of survey work as defined in the Professional Land Surveyor's Act; directs a field survey party engaged in the more difficult work involved in land surveying including hydrographic, geodetic, boundary and construction surveying; plans procedures to improve plans; supervises the preparation of field layout data; directs the office staff in the preparation and/or checking of tract maps, parcel maps, and engineering improvement plans; monitors GPS real time networks; researches deeds, maps and records for the preparation of descriptions; reviews control maps and reports; performs complex survey computations and adjustments; instructs assigned personnel in safe work practices and ensures work areas comply with California Industrial Safety orders; may use computer aided design and other related surveying software; may review software and prepare procedures manual; may assume duties of division/section head in his/her absence; and performs other related duties as required.

Requirements

• Applicants must meet one of the following options:
  • Option A: Current registration as a licensed Land Surveyor in the State of California (proof required).
  • Option B: Current registration as a Civil Engineer authorized to practice land surveying in the State of California (proof required).
• Proof of required documents, such as degree or transcripts, must be uploaded to the online application at the time of filing. Any proofs submitted must contain either the applicant's name or other identifying characteristic on the form. Degrees must indicate the field of study and transcripts must indicate field of study and degree conferred date. Candidates who possess degrees from colleges or universities from outside the United States must attach proof of educational equivalence at the time of filing.

Selection Procedure

Screening of applicants will be conducted on the basis of application and required supplemental application submitted. This selection procedure will be conducted using a continuous non-competitive process, which means applications are evaluated solely on training, experience, education, or certification.

All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications will be placed on an eligible list. Applicants receiving Veteran’s Credit will be placed on the eligible list first and then in the order in which applications were filed. This is a continuous eligible list, which may expire six months from their effective date. Qualified candidates meeting the minimum qualifications with applications received by Friday, August 14, 2026, will be placed on Test #01 established eligible list for this recruitment. Based on the number of applications accepted, the selection procedure may be changed. In the event a revision is necessary, the affected persons will be notified.

If you have not received notification within two weeks after filing of application, contact the Human Resources Department at [phone].

Equity and Inclusion

The City of Long Beach is committed to creating a workplace where every employee is valued for who they are. The City will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. Applicants are not required to disclose criminal history until a conditional job offer is made. If the City has concerns about a conviction directly related to the job after a conditional offer and background check, the applicant will have the opportunity to explain, provide evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. The City also values language access; bilingual skills (Spanish, Khmer, and/or Tagalog) are desirable for positions interacting with the public. For special accommodations, please contact the Human Resource Department two business days prior to the test at [phone]. For the hearing impaired, call [phone]. The City is an Equal Opportunity Employer.