JOB LOCATION
13636 E Ellsworth Ave Aurora, Colorado 80012-1330
City of Aurora, Colorado
It is an exciting time to work for the City of Aurora, we're growing and looking for dedicated and collaborative individuals to join our team of talented and valued employees. Excellent organizations have a set of principles, or core values, that are used to implement their mission and vision. Those values represent the touchstone for the organization, guiding the decisions of the individuals and the organization. At the City of Aurora, we demonstrate our excellence by modeling the CORE 4 Values of: Integrity, Respect, Professionalism, and Customer Service, and we welcome all who share these values to apply.
Why Work for Aurora?
- Make a difference in the lives of real people every day
- Diverse community
- Competitive total compensation package
- Well-Funded General Employees Retirement Plan
- Light rail station minutes away
- On-site fitness center and overall employee well-being programs Internal educational programs to assist with career advancement
- Access to innovation workspaces
PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Signing Bonus: New employees are eligible for a $5,000 bonus; with $2,500 paid on the first payroll, and $2,500 paid upon completion of six (6) month introductory period from hire date.
Salary to be Commensurate with experience
The Hiring range for this position is $62,541.60-$78,177.00/Annually
The Salary range for this position is $62,541.60-$97,721.25/Annually
The deadline for submitting applications is Monday, April1st ,2024 Commencing Tuesday, April 2nd, 2024. the initial review of all received applications will be conducted. However, please note that the application process may close at any time without prior notice if a sufficient pool of qualified applicants is obtained.
SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES:
Applies the principles and practices of land surveying to conduct all manner of field surveys; is required to use PLS license for stamping and signing monument records, legal descriptions, control drawings, and plats, as well as other reports and documents resulting from the practice of land surveying.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Prepares, stamps, and signs various survey types
Prepares and records surveys with appropriate county authorities
Prepares and files monument records in accordance with state statute
Coordinates and performs field surveys including boundaries and ALTAs
Coordinates and performs field data collection and layout for construction and design projects
Determines and lays out right of way or easement lines on the ground
Makes recommendations regarding project costs and time frames
Researches city ownership, right-of-way, and other real property issues
Plans, schedules and coordinates the work activities of assigned survey staff
Provides technical advice and direction to assigned survey personnel
May testify in court as an expert witness regarding land surveys
Performs additional duties as assigned
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & WORKING CONDITIONS
Education:
Bachelor’s Degree, or combination of education and experience
Experience:
At least 5 years progressively responsible professional experience in land surveying under a professional land surveyor. Supervisory/lead work experience preferred.
Knowledge:
Knowledge of State statutes, federal regulations and codes related to land surveying; trigonometry; coordinate geometry, City design standards; GPS, state plane coordinates, applicable engineering concepts and principles, and COGO software.
Abilities:
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships; operate survey equipment; read and interpret engineering and architectural drawings; write legal property descriptions; oversee assigned employees.
Skills:
Operating survey equipment; strong interpersonal skills; making mathematical calculations; strong written and oral communication skills.
LICENSES OR CERTIFICATES REQUIRED:
Registration in the State of Colorado as a Professional Land Surveyor. Colorado driver’s license with a good driving history.
EQUIPMENT REQUIRED:
This position may require the incumbent to occasionally use personal equipment (e.g. vehicle, cell phone, tools, etc.) in the course of their employment.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Physical Demands:
Moderate physical work requiring ability to lift a maximum of 50 pounds with occasional lifting of up to 100 pounds; considerable walking and standing; regular bending, climbing, kneeling, stooping, digging, pushing and pulling to coordinate field operations; frequent hand/eye coordination to operate computer keyboard and survey instruments; vision to read written reports, survey instruments and written materials; hearing/listening and speech communication to maintain communication with employees, contractors and citizens.
Work Environment:
Works both indoors and outdoors in varying types of weather with some exposure to dust and noise; walks over varying terrain.
Equipment Used:
Computer software (including AutoCAD, ArcMAP, Excel and Word); GPS receivers and other survey instruments; and motor vehicle.
For Veterans preference: Please show all of your employment history, including military service and related documentation (DD214) on the application.
The City of Aurora is an equal opportunity employer. We are required by state and federal agencies to keep certain statistical records on applicants. It will not be used in any way to discriminate against you because of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, creed, national origin, disability or military status, gender identity, unless related to a bona fide occupational qualification as defined by the Colorado Civil Rights Commission and the Equal Opportunity Commission.
Despite the changes in Colorado law, the City of Aurora maintains a drug-free workplace. A positive test of marijuana is grounds for disqualification and ineligibility for employment with the city for one year or termination once hired.
Drug Testing, Thorough Criminal Background Check, and Employment References:
As a condition of employment, all applicants selected for employment with the City of Aurora must undergo a thorough criminal background check and drug screening. Employment references will be conducted on finalists for City of Aurora vacancies.
