Mariposa County Surveyor

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County Surveyor (Extra Help Only)
Salary
$52.36 - $63.65 Hourly

Location
Mariposa, CA

Job Type
Extra-Help (Part-time)

Job Number
16-01226

Department
Public Works

Opening Date
10/03/2025

Description
Benefits
Questions
Description


Public Works has one (1) opening for a County Surveyor (Extra Help Only).
Only online applications will be accepted.


DEFINITION
To coordinate, supervise and participate in complex technical and professional survey work related to County public works and land development projects; to supervise and evaluate the work of assigned Engineering Technicians; and to perform related duties and responsibilities as required.


SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives general supervision from the Assistant Director of Public Works – Operations and Public Works Director.

Exercises direct supervision over Engineering Technicians.

Examples of Duties
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Plans, coordinates, supervises and participates in complex, professional surveying work related to public works, planning and land development projects.

Trains, supervises and evaluates the work of assigned Engineering Technicians; offers advice and assistance; implements disciplinary actions as necessary.

Assists with annual department budget preparation; tracks expenditures.

Recommends the purchase of supplies, tools and equipment as needed for survey work; maintains inventory of supplies and equipment.

Receives and reviews maps, legal descriptions and related documents for technical correctness and compliance with federal, state and local laws, regulations and guidelines.

Signs, stamps and records maps, legal descriptions and related documents in the Office of the County Recorder.

Reviews proposed subdivisions, land divisions, lot line adjustments, and other projects submitted to the Planning Department; makes recommendations to department staff and the Planning Commission for approval or denial based on compliance with County ordinances and policies.

Researches existing maps, plans, deeds, easements and other land records.

Supervises and participates in the collection of field survey data; sets up, adjusts and operates surveying equipment; prepares field notes and drawings; performs field surveying for roadway, bridge and other projects.

Prepares and supervises the preparation of surveys, maps and legal descriptions of real property and rights-of-way for County projects; performs calculations, mapping and drafting work using both manual and computer-assisted methods.

Scans recorded maps for inclusion in automated database.

Prepares comprehensive reports and maintains accurate records.

Receives and responds to complex technical inquiries from engineers, surveyors, developers, County staff and members of the public regarding map check outcomes, property ownership and boundaries, monumentation and easement locations, relevant federal/state/local laws and County policies and procedures.

Represents the Public Works Department at meetings in matters related to surveying.

Performs general administrative / clerical work as required, including preparing reports and correspondence, entering and retrieving computer data, attending meetings, copying and filing documents, etc.

Minimum Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS


Experience:

Four years of increasingly responsible professional land surveying experience, including one year in a supervisory capacity.


Education:

High school or GED equivalency is required. Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, land surveying or a closely related field is highly desirable. Degree or transcripts must be attached to application to qualify.


Additional Requirements:

A valid certificate of registration as a Professional Civil Engineer issued by the State of California if issued prior to January 1, 1982 or a valid Land Surveyor license issued by the State of California, and a valid California driver’s license. Under certain circumstances, the Human Resources Director may accept a valid driver’s license from another state if applicant acknowledges his/her intent to acquire a California driver’s license within three months by signing an acknowledgement form. Certificate or Land Surveyor license must be attached to application to qualify.


This class specification lists the major duties and requirements of the job and is not all-inclusive. Incumbents may be expected to perform job-related duties other than those contained in this document.



Employer
Mariposa County
Address
P.O. Box 1917
4988 11th Street, Suite B
Mariposa, California, 95338