Survey Specialist II

City of Houston; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Houston, Houston Public Works, Real Estate, is seeking a Survey Specialist II to coordinate administrative and technical support for complex surveying projects. You will perform deed research, prepare sketches, interpret field notes, and produce CAD/GIS survey maps and topographic drawings under the supervision of a Registered Professional Land Surveyor.

Responsibilities include reviewing work for compliance with specifications, responding to inquiries, and maintaining comprehensive

Qualifications

• Requires High School diploma or GED.
• An Associate’s degree may substitute for two years of experience.
• A Bachelor’s degree may substitute for experience.
• Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates administrative and technical support for surveying projects.
• Performs deed research and analyzes property information and boundary details.
• Prepares working sketches from deeds and historical records.
• Interprets field notes to ensure data matches project requirements.
• Operates CAD and GIS software to create survey maps and models.
• Prepares base topographic drawings and surface models for engineering use.
• Reviews survey work for compliance with project specs and regulatory requirements.
• Generates reports and maintains project records; performs QA on survey data.

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associate’s degree in surveying, geomatics, engineering, GIS or closely related field

Bachelor’s degree in surveying, geomatics, engineering, GIS or closely related field

Tools

CAD

GIS

Job description

Position Overview

Applications Accepted from: All Persons Interested

Department

Houston Public Works / Real Estate

Reporting Location

Houston, TX, USA*

Workdays & Hours

Monday - Friday/8:00AM – 5:00PM*

Description Of Duties/Essential Functions

Coordinates general administrative and technical support for complex surveying projects and performs specialized surveying activities under the supervision of a Registered Professional Land Surveyor.

The Survey Specialist II responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Performs deed research and analysis to gather relevant property information, historical data, and boundary details for survey projects.
• Prepares working sketches from deeds, historical records, and other sources to assist in the preparation of survey document and plans.
• Interprets survey crew field notes to ensure collected data is consistent with project requirements.
• Analyzes and processes various types of field data collected during surveys
• Prepares survey maps, plats, CAD drawings and legal descriptions based on field data. Operates CAD and GIS software to create and modify survey maps, plots, and models.
• Prepares base topographic drawings and surface models for use in engineering work.
• Reviews survey work produced by internal and external sources to ensure it meets project specifications and regulatory requirements. Responds to inquiries from the public and internal staff related to survey projects, providing accurate information.
• Prepares and updates various reports, records, and files to ensure all project information is current and documented. Performs quality control checks on survey data
• Secures maps, plans and other information for survey projects.
• Reads and interprets survey maps and construction plans, and related technical documents.
• Uses a variety of surveying software and related hardware to analyze and process spatial data.
• Collects, prepares, digitizes, and codes spatial data into GIS format to support survey project analysis and mapping

WORKING CONDITIONS

There are occasional minor discomforts from exposure to less-than-optimal temperature and air conditions. The position may involve dealing with modestly unpleasant situations, as with occasional exposure to office chemicals and/or extensive use of a video display terminal. The position occasionally requires stooping or bending. Occasional very light lifting, such as three or four reams of papers or books (up to 20 pounds or an equivalent weight) may be required.

This is a Houston Public Works Emergency Management position at the Tier III Level.

Minimum Requirements

Education Requirements

Requires High School diploma or GED.

Experience Requirements

Four (4) years of related experience in surveying, drafting, mapping, geography, or GIS are required.

Substitutions

An Associate’s degree in surveying, geomatics, engineering, GIS or a closely related field may be substituted for two (2) years of the experience requirements. A Bachelor’s degree in surveying, geomatics, engineering, GIS or a closely related field may be substituted for the experience requirement.

License / Certification

None

Preferences

• *Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.**

General Information

Selection / Skills Tests Required

None

However, The Department May Administer a Skills Assessment Test.

Safety Impact Position

No

If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

Salary Information

Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

Pay Grade 17

EOE Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.