Surveyor

Hours: Full-time – 35 Hours
Work Location: 30-30 Thomson Avenue, LIC, NY 11101

All interested candidates are welcome to apply and will be considered for an interview based on the Minimum Qualification Requirements. Please indicate on your cover letter if you are permanent in the Surveyor title. If you are not permanent in the civil service title of Surveyor, you are required to file for Open-Competitive Exam #5136, which will be available on the NYC Department of Citywide Administrative Services webpage on April 9, 2025.

For more information and to apply for the Surveyor Exam, visit https://a856-exams.nyc.gov/OASysWeb/home .

The NYC Department of Design and Construction, Safety & Site Support Division seeks a Surveyor. Under the direction of the Field Party Chief, the Surveyor will assist in field data collection for the completion of various maps, such as topographical/ property line, damage & acquisition, completion surveys, and plan & profile maps for Infrastructure and Public Buildings construction projects; acts as Party Chief, as needed. Additional responsibilities include assisting with the drafting of field sketches, level notes, and various documents pertaining to the maintenance of the survey equipment within an assigned vehicle.

Authorization to work in the United States is required for this position. NYC Department of Design and Construction does not provide sponsorship for international employees for visa applications, extensions, or status changes, including STEM/OPT visas. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that they meet all qualifying requirements for this position, at the time of application.

All applicants, including City Employees:
Please go to NYC Government Jobs | Explore Careers | City of New York, go to Search for Open Jobs, and type in the Job ID # listed above. Submit job application as prompted. Do not apply via Employee Self-Service (ESS), e-mail, mail, or fax your resume to DDC directly.

SURVEYOR - 21015

Minimum Qualifications

1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university in surveying, surveying engineering, surveying engineering technology or in similar surveying-related majors, and two years of full-time satisfactory land surveying experience; or

2. An associate degree from an accredited college or university in the surveying-related majors listed in "1" above, and four years of full-time satisfactory experience as described in "1" above; or

3. A four year high school diploma or its educational equivalent approved by a State's Department of Education or a recognized accrediting organization and six years of full time satisfactory experience as described in "1" above; and

4. A motor vehicle driver license valid in the State of New York. This license must be maintained for the duration of employment.

In addition to meeting the "Qualification Requirements" for Assignment Level I - A above, to be assigned to Assignment Level I - B individuals must have at least one additional year of experience, for a minimum of three years of full-time
satisfactory experience as described under Qualification Requirement "1" above.

Additional Qualification Requirement For Assignment Level II In addition to meeting the "Qualification Requirements" for Assignment Level I - A above, to be assigned to Assignment Level II, individuals must have two additional years of experience for a minimum of four years of full-time satisfactory experience as described under Qualification Requirement "1" above.

Additional Qualification Requirement For Assignment Level III In addition to meeting the "Qualification Requirements" for Assignment Level I - A above, to be assigned to Assignment Level III, individuals must have three additional years of experience for a minimum of five years of full-time satisfactory experience as described under Qualification Requirement "1" above and must meet the "License Requirements" described below.
Additional License Requirement
Registration as a New York State Land Surveyor is required for appointment to Assignment Level III. To be assigned to officially sign off on land surveying work, a
Surveyor - Assignment Level II must be a registered New York State Land Surveyor.

Preferred Skills

Candidate should possess a minimum of three (3) years of practical experience in the field of land surveying or civil engineering within NYC and the Land Surveying procedures associated with NYCs 5 boroughs, as well as demonstrate knowledge in using Total Stations, Data Collectors, GPS, Digital Levels, GIS functions and other survey-related instruments. In addition, the selected candidate should be familiar with survey computations, coordinate systems, NYC final section maps, and interpreting legal descriptions, deeds, and surveys. Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills is also a plus. This position requires candidates to have a motor vehicle drivers license valid in NYS, drive in all 5 boroughs of NYC, plus the ability to operate a cargo van, and lift manhole covers.

55a Program

This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.

Residency Requirement

New York City Residency is not required for this position.

Additional Information

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer 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, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

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