Land Surveyor jobs in Mesa, AZ

The Land Surveyor Manager is responsible for technical oversight of all land surveying functions within the Gila River Indian Community. The incumbent is required to review and check for accuracy of all surveys prepared by other surveyors for projects on Community land. After validating the accuracy of all surveyor data, the incumbent stamps all legal surveys performed by the survey staff with the seal of a Registered Land Surveyor in the State of Arizona and the seal of a Certified Federal Surveyor (CFedS). This position provides supervision of a land surveying team.

· Responsible for technical oversight of all land surveying functions within the Gila River Indian Community.

· May perform legal surveys of Community projects including roads, easements, agricultural properties, agricultural leases, or any other Community activity that requires a legal survey with proper paperwork.

· Review and check for accuracy all surveys prepared by other surveyors for projects on Community land.

· Maintain an archive of all surveys performed on Community lands, both in reproducible linen, plastic or paper and in Auto CAD or other accepted computer format used by the Community.

· Plan, develop, coordinate and direct a number of highly diversified and complex survey operations in conjunction with engineering investigations associated with the design, construction, operation and monitoring on the Gila River Indian Community.

· Coordinate survey activities according to priorities established by the Community Council and Administration and revise survey program accordingly based on manpower and in response to time requirements.

· Supervise Civil Engineering Technicians responsible for analyzing and evaluating survey data, maintaining databases, editing and transferring CAD drawings, plots, and graphs by electronic methods; Supervise the Records Specialist responsible for recording survey data produced and the direct communication methods with the public on survey matters.

· Direct and supervise land surveys in the restoration of original surveys and boundaries and the establishment of new boundaries and property lines.

· Supervise and evaluate Survey Party Chiefs and Survey Technicians responsible for analyzing and evaluating survey data, maintaining databases, editing and transferring CAD drawings, plots, and graphs by electronic methods.

· Train survey staff in surveying techniques with the goal of qualifying each to become a Registered Land Surveyor in the State of Arizona.

· After validating the accuracy of all survey data, stamps all legal surveys performed by the survey staff with the seal of a Registered Land Surveyor in the State of Arizona and the seal if a Certified Federal Surveyor (CFedS).

· Perform other related duties as assigned.

· Knowledge of surveying theories, principles, and practices, methods, techniques, instrumentation and equipment utilized in surveying as it relates to civil engineering projects.

· Knowledge of survey concepts, laws, and regulations, rules, or evidence and their applications to identify and establish boundaries and monuments associated with Community projects.

· Knowledge of concepts, principles, relevant mathematics and coordination of project systems together with the necessary skills to understand and perform geodetic, hydrographic aerial and photogram metric surveys.

· Knowledge of GIS Auto Computer Aided Design (CAD) operations and relational database operations.

· Knowledge of principles of management, supervision and performance evaluation.

· Knowledge of principles and practices of program and project management.

· Knowledge of and skill in interpersonal relationships and skill in oral communications to present information related to Gila River Indian Community survey work.

· Skill in operating GIS and associated peripherals.

· Skill in using complex optical and electronic instruments and equipment utilized in the field.

· Skill in preparing charts, schedules, graphs, maps, and similar objects.

· Skill in reading, analyzing and interpreting legal descriptions and maps.

· Ability to establish and implement goals and objectives.

· Ability to effectively plan, organize, direct, coordinate, supervise, and evaluate the work of subordinates.

· Ability to communicate effectively; express ideas clearly, orally and in writing.

· Ability to work in an office and field environment where field time is spent driving a vehicle, walking, climbing, standing and occasionally carrying survey instruments and equipment. [Field conditions may consist of extreme temperatures, rugged desert, and mountainous terrain with dangerous plants and wildlife, high-density traffic situations, inherent noise, and safety hazard problems.]

· Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, Community Officials and the public.

· Ability to perform all physical requirements of the position; agree to maintain a drug-free workplace.

· Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Civil Engineering, Land Survey, Geography, Planning, GIS, Architecture or closely related field and four (4) years professional land surveying experience and which includes two (2) years supervisory experience; Or

· Associate’s degree from an accredited college or university in Civil Engineering, Land Survey, Geography, Planning, GIS, Architecture or closely related field and six (6) years professional land surveying experience and which includes three (3) years supervisory experience; Or

· Nine (9) years professional land surveying experience and which includes four (4) years supervisory experience.

· Currently licensed as a Registered Land Surveyor in the state of Arizona or ability to obtain within two (2) years of employment.

· Current Certified Federal Surveyor (CFedS) or ability to obtain within three (3) years of employment.

· Required to obtain a Tribal Operator’s permit. Valid state driver’s license with a currentproof of driving record for the past 39 months will be required to qualify for a tribal driving permit. Proof of driving record must be submitted with application and must not be more than 60 days old from the date of submission of the application.

Supervisory, Salaried Position

Reports to Director or designee

BENEFITS:

The Gila River Indian Community offers a comprehensive benefits package, which includes; vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life, short and long term disability benefits.

Preference in filling vacancies is given to qualified Indian candidates in accordance with the Indian Preference Act (Title 25, U.S. Code, Section 472 and 473). The Gila River Indian Community is also committed to achieving the full and equal opportunity without discrimination because of Race, Religion, Color, Sex, National Origin, Politics, Marital Status, Physical Handicap, Age or Sexual Orientation. In other than the above, the Gila River Indian Community is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

If you are claiming Preference in one or more of the following categories please attach a copy of the required documentation to the completed Employment Application.

Preference for Community Members (with proof of enrollment)
Preference for Native Americans (must meet membership requirement of a federally recognized Tribe.)
Preference point for Spouse of Community Member (with proof of spouse enrollment)
Preference point for Veteran (must meet statutory requirements)

HUMAN RESOURCES WILL NOT MAKE COPIES OF APPLICATIONS OR DOCUMENTS BEING SUBMITTED.

Visit our GRIC website and apply online: www.gilariver.org

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $91,095.00 - $115,095.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) 5% Match
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Physical setting:

• Office
• Outdoor work

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Sacaton, AZ: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person