Surveyor 3

State of Ohio; Rockport (KY); On-site; USD 51,000 - 75,000; Part time

Job summary

State of Ohio is seeking a part-time Surveyor 3 to perform real estate and boundary surveying duties in Columbus. The role involves preparing legal descriptions, reviewing surveys, and certifying work as a licensed surveyor.

Work is on-site at the DAS offices, requiring travel as needed and proficiency with CADD tools and related software. The position is part-time with a standard DAS benefits framework and a pay range of $36.90 to $54.17 per hour; applicants must have a valid license and

Qualifications

• Licensure: Current registration as professional surveyor and valid driver's license.
• 12 months of experience as Surveyor 2 or in responsible charge of survey projects.
• Engineering knowledge/skills in surveying and related fields.

Responsibilities

• Prepares legal descriptions for easements, sale, lease, or transfer of state-owned land.
• Reviews surveys and plat work with closures and area calculations.
• Certifies completed work as a registered surveyor.
• Uses word-processing software, CADD programs, and other tools to produce plats and drawings.

Skills

Real Estate

Salesforce

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

All job postings will expire at 11:59 PM Eastern Time on the application deadline.

Organization: Surveyor 3

Agency Contact Name and Information: Molli Marquez- [e-mail]

Work Location: 4200 Surface Rd Columbus, OH 43228

Compensation: $36.90-$54.17 (Full Range)

Schedule: Part Time

Classified Indicator: Classified, OT Eligible

Union: OCSEA

Primary Job Skill: Real Estate

Who We Are

The Ohio Department of Administrative Services (DAS) takes great pride in its work to support the priorities of the DeWine-Tressel administration to ease access for those doing business with the state, secure state data and technology resources, and create efficiencies for our state government partners while keeping costs in check.

DAS is the engine of state government, providing innovative solutions and supporting the efficient operation of state agencies, boards, and commissions. DAS program areas serve our Ohio government customers, who in turn directly serve the interests of Ohioans. We help procure goods and services, deliver information technology and mail, recruit and train personnel, promote equal access to the state workforce, lease and manage office space, process payroll, print publications, and perform a variety of other services.

The Office of Real Estate and Planning provides state entities with diverse services related to office space and real estate needs. Services include office space assessments, space allocation, planning and design and project management activities; commercial leasing, acquisition and disposal of real estate; transfers of property between state entities; leasing of state buildings and land; appraisal review and valuation; surveyor services; and oversight of eminent domain actions.

What You'll Do

• Prepares legal descriptions for easements, sale, lease, or transfer of state-owned land.
• Reviews surveys and plat work involving technical calculations of closures and area.
• Solves routine technical mathematical problems.
• Determines proper methods and procedures for all types of survey work.
• Certifies completed work as a registered surveyor.
• Uses word-processing software, CADD programs, and other computer tools to produce plats and drawings as required.
• Prepares metes-and-bounds descriptions for various state leases and easements.
• Checks legal descriptions submitted by private and public entities.
• Coordinates surveys and legal descriptions through county engineers, auditors, and recorders.
• Checks legal descriptions for real estate transfers authorized by legislation.
• Maintains records of all state-owned lands, including transfers and other pertinent documentation, such as plats and field notes.
• Operates a motor vehicle to transport equipment and perform boundary surveys.
• Operates and maintains survey instruments, such as theodolites, transits, electronic distance measurers, and automatic levels, as well as other necessary supplies.
• Conducts existing-condition surveys and updates drawings.
• Assists in maintaining building records, including floor plans, electrical and data plans, furniture plans, and reflected ceiling plans, using a CADD program.
• Researches records, such as deeds, titles, property histories, maps, old surveys, and city plans, at courthouses throughout the state.
• Assists the public with requests for information pertinent to this area.
• Aids and assists other state agencies with survey data, boundary disputes, and issues associated with land ownership or tenancy.
• Appears in court as an expert witness for the state in litigated property disputes.
• Monitors and reviews pending legislation related to real estate.
• Coordinates the terms and conditions of real estate transactions.
• Prepares documents for state agencies, boards, commissions, colleges, and universities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Additional Information

Pay Information: Unless required by legislation or union contract, the starting salary is step 1 of the salary range associated with this position. New hires advance to the next step in the range after 6 months and annually thereafter. Based on collective bargaining and legislative activity, there may be cost of living increases awarded annually. Additional longevity supplements begin after 5 years.

Location Information: DAS's core hours of operation are Monday to Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., however, daily start/end times may vary based on operational need across DAS divisions. Employees may begin as early as 7 a.m. and as late as 9 a.m., based on supervisory approval. This position performs work on-site daily at DAS's office space.

All answers to the supplemental questions must be supported by the work experience/education provided on your civil service application. Attachments will not be considered as part of your application.

Travel required, as needed. Must provide own transportation or in order to operate a state vehicle, you must have a valid driver's license.

Selection devices such as a structured interview, proficiency instrument, and/or assessment may be required for this position. Applicants must demonstrate proficiency with a passing score of applicable selection device to be considered for this position. Regardless of a passing or failing score, all results will be maintained for 6 months. Applicant with a passing score will be retained and utilized for a 6-month period. Applicant with a failing score in the same position may not re-take the same selection device for a 6-month period.

The Ohio Department of Administrative Services does not provide employment-based visa sponsorship.

Why Work for the State of Ohio:

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)
• *Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Qualifications:

Licensure: Current registration as professional surveyor pursuant to section 4733.02 of Ohio Revised Code valid driver's license. & Experience: 12 mos. exp. as Surveyor 2, 85562 OR 12 mos. exp. in responsible charge of survey projects. Job Skills: Engineering

Knowledge of:

• Project management methodologies
• Employee training & development
• Supervisory techniques
• Agency/division policies & procedures*
• Interviewing
• Electronic data processing (e.g., SaaS, client server & web enterprise-wide applications)
• Computer science
• Systems analysis & design
• Fiscal operations/budgeting*
• Customer relations management
• Meeting management techniques
• Vendor management processes and practices
• State procurement processes*

Skill in:

• Use of personal computer & associated hardware/software
• Salesforce platform

Ability to:

• Deal with many variables and determine specific actions
• Read and interpret an extensive variety of technical information systems material
• Communicate effectively with agency representatives, as well as large and small audiences, on both technical and non-technical issues
• Interpret complex technical documents and position papers
• Write status reports and policy documents
• Effectively resolve service level issues with other agencies
• *developed after employment

ADA Statement:

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strides to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

Drug-Free Workplace:

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.