Location: Boca Raton,FL, USA
Land SurveyorPrint ( SurveyorSalary$100,000.00 - $125,000.00 AnnuallyLocationBoca Raton, FLJob TypeFull-TimeJob Number03783DepartmentMunicipal ServicesDivisionSurvey 44/11701Opening Date10/21/2024Closing Date12/23/2024 11:59 PM EasternFLSAExemptBargaining UnitY1DescriptionBenefitsQuestions.Job DescriptionPerforms complex professional and Intermediate administrative work supervising the surveying and property acquisition activities; does related work as required. Work is performed under general supervision. Supervision is exercised over all division personnel.Essential FunctionsTYPICAL FUNCTIONS:Oversees the daily operation of the Survey Section and the Property/Land Record Section;Schedules and directs several continuing projects for departments within the City concerning surveys and land transaction of the City;Researches public records for the preparation of stakeout sheet for the setting and location of control points for boundary, topographic, as-built, underground utilities, and lot surveys according to surveying standards and The Manual of Instruction for the Surveying of the Public Lands of the U.S., DOT Survey Manual;Prepares division budget and monitors expenditures;Reviews field notes, plots, prepares survey sketches, legal descriptions right-of-way acquisition, water and sewer easements and lot surveys in accordance with the Minimum Technical Standards of the Florida Administrative Code;Reviews plans, legal descriptions, plats, and surveys for compliance with City code, Planning and Zoning Board, and Community Appearance Board requirements and State statutes;Maintains and updates City benchmark map for publication for private sector use.RELATED TASKS:Makes calculations involved with the preparation of construction plans, right-of-way maps, and final surveys;Evaluates the work performance of employees;Performs related tasks as required.Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesComprehensive knowledge of surveying and drafting instruments and methods; comprehensive knowledge of the principles and practices of land surveying; thorough knowledge of engineering mathematics; thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of civil engineering as related to assignments; thorough knowledge of the materials, methods, and techniques of capital improvements construction; ability to plan, assign, and supervise the work of subordinates; skill in the use of surveying and drafting instruments and related equipment.Minimum and Preferred QualificationsEDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with major course work in mathematics or land surveying or related field and nine (9) years of experience in land surveying work including six (6) months of supervisory experience.CERTIFICATIONS / PROFESSIONAL LICENSES:Registration as a professional Land Surveyor in the State of Florida.SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:Possession of a valid State of Florida Class E driver's license with no more than six (6) points in a three (3) year period.POST-OFFER BACKGROUND REQUIREMENTS:The background check process for this position may include:Criminal Background CheckEmployment VerificationReference ChecksMotor Vehicles Report (MVR) CheckCertification/License VerificationDrug and Alcohol ScreenThe City of Boca Raton is an Equal Opportunity ( , Inclusive, Veteran's Preference Employer and Drug Free Workplace. It is the policy of the City of Boca Raton to prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.BENEFITS SUMMARYFull-Time Non-Bargaining EmployeesANNUAL LEAVE: Shall accrue prior to an employee attaining permanent status in the classified service, and may be used after six (6) months of employment at the sole discretion of the Department Head, but it shall not be paid out upon resignation or termination unless the employee has attained permanent status (one full year). The maximum accrual is 360 hours.Year of ServiceAccrual0 to 5 full years8 hours per month5 to 10 full years10 hours per month10 to 15 full years12 hours per month15 full years and over14 hours per monthCASH OUT OF ANNUAL LEAVE: Employees who have attained permanent status shall be permitted to cash out up to forty (40) hours of accrued and unused Annual Leave, either in a single lump sum payment or two or more partial payments, each fiscal year.SICK LEAVE: 8 hours per month. Any hours in excess of 960 will be paid off annually at 50%. Upon retirement, employees with a minimum of 5 years continuous service will receive 50% of sick leave balance. Termination for reasons other than retirement shall be entitled to payment for accrued, but unused sick leave, as follows:Years of servicePercentageLess than 2 full years0%2 to 5 full years10%5 to 10 full years20 full years or more30%Retirement (normal, early or disability)50%HEALTH INSURANCE (Premiums): Employee Medical (Base Plan) - Paid 100% by City. Employee contributions are required for the buy up employee coverage plans. Employee Dental (DHMO or Basic PPO Plan) & Vision (Basic Plan) paid 100% by City. Employee contributions are required for the Employee + Dependent(s) for the Medical, Dental, & Vision Plan.CONTINUOUS SERVICE BENEFIT: As of December 1 each year - Paid during the month of December.Year of ServiceBenefit5 to 10 full years$600 annually10 to 15 full years$800 annually15 full years and over$1,100 annuallyRETIREMENT PLANS: The two pension/retirement options are listed below:An option to enroll in a Defined Contribution Retirement Plan. The Defined Contribution Retirement Plan will not require a mandatory contribution. The City will contribute seven (7%) percent of the annual base wages annually. The vesting period for this plan shall be one (1) year from date of hire in the classified service, which coincides with your one-year probationary period.An option to enroll in a Defined Benefit Retirement Plan option is available. There is a ten (10) year vesting period with a multiplier of 2.00% at normal retirement and a mandatory seven and three-quarters (7.75%) percent employee contribution.The two (2) options will be fully explained prior to an irrevocable selection.Optional: 457 Deferred Compensation Savings Plan is available.HOLIDAYS: 15 per year: 12 recognized holidays and 3 floating days which are allocated for the fiscal year beginning October 1, to all 8 hour per day employees. Employees hired between October 1 and March 31 shall receive 3 floating holidays. Employees hired between April 1 and September 30 shall receive 1.5 floating holidays. Floating holidays must be used within the fiscal year. Non-task employees working 10-hour days receive 10, 10-hour paid holidays but do not receive floating holidays.FUNERAL LEAVE: Up to 3 workdays - In State; Up to 5 workdays - Out of StateTUITION REIMBURSEMENT: Full-time employees are eligible for tuition reimbursement as outlined in the City's Tuition Reimbursement Policy which is available in Human Resources and subject to the availability of departmental funds.MILITARY LEAVE: Members in military reserve units who attend annual training are entitled to paid leave not to exceed 30 days each calendar year.EAP: Employees, spouses, and eligible dependents have access to five (5) face-to-face sessions with a counselor through Cigna's Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Services include assistance with legal, financial, parenting, elder care, pet care, and identity theft.