What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior CADD Technician position at NYC Department of Housing Preservation & Development?
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 (DDC), Division of Safety & Site Support seeks a dedicated and skilled Senior CAD Technician within the Office of Land Surveying. The selected candidate will report directly to the Chief of CAD and play a crucial role in drafting and reviewing surveys, as well as overseeing the overall drafting activities and final products of the CAD unit. The selected candidate will assist the Chief in the daily operations of the CAD Unit including utilization of AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and Carlson Survey to prepare various types of survey maps, such as Topographical, Property line, and Infrastructure surveys, including highway and sewer profiles; drafting and reviewing completed maps to ensure accuracy, completeness, and adherence to established mapping standards; and setting standards and developing drawing templates. Additional responsibilities include assisting in the preparation of yearly performance evaluations for the Unit’s CAD Technicians, compiling weekly and monthly progress reports for submission to Senior Management, and attending frequent meetings with clients. The candidate will also help with estimating time frames and ensuring the final products meet established dates and standards.
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. 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
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
The selected candidate should possess strong experience with the AutoCAD, Civil 3D and Carlson Software. Should have the ability to work collaboratively with others and perform detailed work under time-sensitive deadlines. Strong analytical, verbal, written, multitasking and computer skills are preferred.
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.
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 (DDC), Division of Safety & Site Support seeks a dedicated and skilled Senior CAD Technician within the Office of Land Surveying. The selected candidate will report directly to the Chief of CAD and play a crucial role in drafting and reviewing surveys, as well as overseeing the overall drafting activities and final products of the CAD unit. The selected candidate will assist the Chief in the daily operations of the CAD Unit including utilization of AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and Carlson Survey to prepare various types of survey maps, such as Topographical, Property line, and Infrastructure surveys, including highway and sewer profiles; drafting and reviewing completed maps to ensure accuracy, completeness, and adherence to established mapping standards; and setting standards and developing drawing templates. Additional responsibilities include assisting in the preparation of yearly performance evaluations for the Unit’s CAD Technicians, compiling weekly and monthly progress reports for submission to Senior Management, and attending frequent meetings with clients. The candidate will also help with estimating time frames and ensuring the final products meet established dates and standards.
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. 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
- 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
- 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
- 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
- A motor vehicle driver license valid in the State of New York. This license must be maintained for the duration of employment.
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
The selected candidate should possess strong experience with the AutoCAD, Civil 3D and Carlson Software. Should have the ability to work collaboratively with others and perform detailed work under time-sensitive deadlines. Strong analytical, verbal, written, multitasking and computer skills are preferred.
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.
Salary : $76,262 - $87,701
