Supervising Senior Associate Surveyor

The Construction Survey Supervisor works in the Engineering & Construction Services Division of Lane County Public Works.

About the Position

Ready to take the lead on impactful public projects and shape the future of Lane County's infrastructure? Join our Engineering & Construction Services Division as a Construction Sur v ey Supervisor a vital role where your expertise in land surveying, leadership, and collaboration will directly support safe, sustainable development across our communities.

As the Field Survey Supervisor, you'll work closely with the County Surveyor to plan and prioritize complex survey projects, lead a talented field team, and ensure that all work aligns with state laws and local regulations. Youll evaluate operations, recommend process improvements, and oversee the monumentation of County Road rights-of-way and the preparation of survey plats for official filing.

This position also plays a critical role in budget planning, interdepartmental coordination, and public outreachmaking you not just a technical expert, but a trusted advisor across Lane County. From advising departments and the public on technical land surveying matters to partnering with private and public agencies, your work will be both strategic and hands-on.

If you're a collaborative leader with deep knowledge of survey practices and a passion for public service, we invite you to apply and make your mark in Lane County.

Environmental - Responsibilities will generally include; researching and investigating County environmental issues to prepare scientific reports outlining recommended actions, programs, budgets and timelines; coordinating and managing required and voluntary environmental remediation and preservation programs.

Surveying - Responsibilities will generally include examining public land system corners; researching survey records; performing field surveying and staking and performing complex calculations; updating and providing plat data for GPS mapping; and researching land records to determine rights-of-way.

About the Division

Engineering & Construction Services Division responsibilities include planning, designing, and constructing safe and efficient transportation systems for Lane County. The Division also provides high quality and comprehensive engineering and construction services to other County Departments and external public agency clients that manage, maintain, and plan public improvement programs and projects. Our mission is to provide these important services for the benefit of citizens, businesses, industries, and visitors to Lane County.

Surveyor's Office

Our office provides property and road information support for individuals, landowners, consultants and government entities seeking survey information and documentation in Lane County. We also process and review Land Survey/Plat related submissions for recording and filing from private and public Land Surveyors practicing in Lane County.

Schedule : Monday - Friday; 8:00am - 5:00pm.

*This is an ADMIN-PRO represented position*

Training:

• Bachelor's degree in a field related to area of assignment with major coursework in civil engineering or surveying; and sufficient experience as necessitated by the competency level of the position.

Experience:

• Lead (N4302) Level: 5-8 years of progressively responsible professional experience; fully competent professional.
• Specialized knowledge specific to area of assignment may be required.
• Or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.

Licensing Requirements :

• Valid Oregon Driver's License
• A valid Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) from the State of Oregon from within twelve months of appointment.
  • A 5% salary differential will be paid for possession of a valid Oregon PLS.
    
    

Studies have shown that women and BIPOC individuals are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they are able to perform every task in the job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. The county will consider any equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and experience to meet minimum qualifications. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role.

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Selection Process

Equal Employment Opportunity

Lane County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.

Strategic Plan

In alignment with Lane County's Strategic Plan, incumbent(s) will be expected to demonstrate the following core behaviors: Passion to Serve, Driven to Connect, and Focused on Solutions.

The focuses on the areas that Lane County will pursue as a way to deliver on our vision for the residents of Lane County. To meet these challenges, we know that the basis of our efforts lies in leveraging our people and partnerships to achieve our Strategic Priorities. We also recognize that the quality and commitment of our staff is essential to a shared future where Lane County is the best place in which to live, work, and play.

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