Engineering Associate / Associate Surveyor

Engineering Associate / Associate Surveyor: This position works in the County Surveyor’s Office of the Engineering & Construction Services Division.

NOTE: Position pays a 5% differential for an Oregon Registered PE (Professional Engineer) or PLS (Professional Land Surveyor), and a 3% salary differential for an EIT (Engineer-in-Training.

Engineering Associate / Associate Surveyor – Job Duties:

Position performs survey calculations using electronic calculators and computer programs; including the use of computer-aided drafting programs for processing surveys; conducts research and prepares reports; computes checks, and analyzes surveys; prepares deeds and right-of-way descriptions, preliminary road alterations, legalizations, vacations, and establishment documents using necessary records, research and computations; performs subdivision, partition, and condominium administrative duties, from preliminary referrals to final recordings, (including calculations checks, title reports, legal matters, and agenda submittals); assists members of the public on matters pertaining to surveys.

The Engineering Analyst is a broad professional classification that encompasses incumbents engaged in a wide range of professional and technical engineering, environmental, surveying, waste management, and vegetation program management duties. Incumbents are generally responsible for consulting, investigating, evaluating, planning, and designing a wide range of work processes and products; providing project management oversight, which may include the supervision of lower staff; and leading, overseeing, or reviewing environmental, infrastructure and geomatic projects. Specific duties will vary in accordance with assigned area of responsibility.

Engineering – Responsibilities will generally include; conducting special studies, analyses and evaluation of transportation issues; review plans and permit issues for development; designing and inspecting infrastructure enhancements; designing, inspecting and implementing water quality and other water related projects; reviewing engineering plans and specifications; coordinating services with other agencies and departments; and overseeing assigned engineering projects.

Surveying- Responsibilities will generally include; examining public land systems 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 right-of ways.

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.

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

*This is an ADMIN-PRO represented position*

QUALIFICATIONS:

Training:

• Bachelor's degree in a field related to area of assignment; and sufficient experience as necessitated by the competency level of the position.

Experience:

• Journey Level: 2-5 years of progressively responsible professional experience.
• 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
• Professional Engineer (PE) Designation
• Professional Land Surveyor, preferred not required

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.

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.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $31.97 - $41.67 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Military leave
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

License/Certification:

• Professional Engineer (PE) Designation (Required)
• Oregon Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $32 - $42