Land Surveyor; Continuous

Position: City Land Surveyor (Continuous)
*** Continuous Recruitment
*** Recruitment may close at any time, interested candidates are encouraged to apply immediately

The City of Oakland is an equal opportunity employer that values workforce diversity, inclusion, and equity. Oakland has a long history of activism around issues of justice and equity. Both oppression and this resistance to oppression have shaped the city’s historical roots and the lives of its residents to this day. As public servants in one of the most diverse cities in the nation, we strive to develop employees who understand the harm and impacts of systemic inequity to create lasting, meaningful outcomes for everyone.

Oakland strives to establish an environment that embraces the richness of culture, community, and individualism of employees.

Why join the City of Oakland Department of Transportation?

Are you interested in being part of a big team that is dedicated to enhancing the well-being of a community? If so, we're excited to invite you to join the City of Oakland’s Department of Transportation Survey Division as City Land Surveyor. This job is both stimulating and dynamic, with work both in the office and out in the field. You'll get to help different parts of the city government, like the Department of Transportation Engineering, Traffic and Emergency Response, and Public Works Project Delivery, Sanitary Sewer, Geographic Information System (GIS), Planning and Building, Land Development, and the City Attorney's Office.

Working with us means you'll be part of a group that's focused on improving things like roads, housing, and other important parts of the city. In our Survey Division, you'll do lots of different things, like utilizing cutting-edge technologies such as GPS and Robotic Total Station to create topographic mapping, boundary resolution, plat mapping, and the creation of legal descriptions based on historical records dating back as far as 172 years.

You'll also help with construction projects to make sure they're done correctly, and you'll work on surveys for things like traffic and bridges. Plus, you'll help with planning and development projects, making sure they follow the rules and regulations.

Being on our team isn't just about doing the job – it's about caring for Oakland and the people who live here. You'll help keep important historical records and work closely with other city departments. By joining us, you'll be part of making Oakland better and more successful. As a surveyor, you'll be a key player in driving progress forward. Join us and become the trusted force making positive changes in our city.

Trust the Surveyor!

We are looking for someone who is:

• Experienced:You are skilled at accurately establishing or reestablishing property boundaries based on records, historical evidence, and current standards. You can seamlessly incorporate this expertise into mapping systems, blueprints, and legal documents.
• Knowledgeable:You have a thorough understanding of Boundary Control, legal principles, State Laws, and City Ordinances. This extends to collecting field data, using computers, and understanding complex geospatial concepts.
• Collaborative:You will work closely with different departments to ensure that the data you provide meets the needs of all department users reliant on the acquired data.
• Scholarly: You are devoted to studying the geographical context to grasp the impact of historical land surveying maps, evolving legislation such as the Subdivision Map Act, and the ramifications evident in case law.
• Dedicated:You are willing to put in the time and effort needed to make sure your work is accurate and reliable.
• Insightful: You possess a deep understanding of industry standards, state regulations, local ordinances, and a keen awareness of the perspectives of your colleagues.
• Purposeful:You approach your work with a clear goal, knowing that what you do has real significance and direction.

What you will typically be responsible for:

• Collaborating with other city departments and divisions, such as City Engineering, Project Delivery, Sanitary Sewer, Planning, Building, and the City Attorney’s Office.
• Preparing legal documents like descriptions and maps needed…