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Working Title: Project Surveyor

Job Class: Land Surveyor Senior and/or Land Surveyor In Training

Agency: Transportation Dept

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 11/21/2024

• Closing Date : 12/12/2024

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Transportation Dept / DOT-Metro-Central Off-MGEC

• Division/Unit : Metro / Location Surveys E&W

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : No

• Salary Range: Land Surveyor Senior:$37.82 - $55.65 / hourly; $78,968 - $116,197 / annually

• Land Surveyor in Training: $29.92 - $44.11 / hourly, $62,473 - $92,102 / annually

• Classified Status : Permanent Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 212 - MN Govt Engineers Council/Engineers

• Last Incumbent : Michael Williams

• Supervisor Name : Michael Nelson

• FLSA Status : Exempt - Professional

• Telework Eligible : Yes

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.

The work you’ll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.

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The Minnesota Department of Transportation does not sponsor applicants for work visas or Optional Practical Training Extensions for STEM Students. Individuals must be legally authorized to work in the US at the start of employment.

This position is located at the MnDOT Office in Golden Valley. The incumbent will have the flexibility to work in the office or a hybrid schedule. The incumbent will be required to report onsite at least once/month but may be required to work onsite more depending on business needs. If working a hybrid schedule, the incumbent will be required to make a telework arrangement with their supervisor.

This announcement represents multiple vacancies in two different classifications. Candidates who apply will be considered for the highest level classification for which they qualify.

This position will supervise survey operations, assemble and evaluate survey data relating to construction, location, and right of way projects within the district. This position will determine r/w boundary lines, property lines and perform plat retracement & PLS retracement surveys. This position will produce technically precise data and documents consistent with MnDOT standards and policies, as well as State and Federal Laws. This position will also supervise Metro Surveys staff to include: Transportation Specialists, Transportation Generalist/Sr. and Engineering Specialists.

Minimum Qualifications

Land Surveyor Senior applicants:

• Licensed as a Professional Land Surveyor with the Minnesota Board of Architecture, Civil Engineering, Land Surveying, Landscape Architecture, Geoscience, and Interior Design (AELSLAGID) or ability to obtain licensure through reciprocity. (If obtaining licensure through Comity, a temporary permit from AELSLAGID must be provided to MnDOT HR prior to starting employment.)

Land Surveyor in Training applicants:

• Bachelor’s degree in land surveying from an ABET accredited college/university or equivalent.

• A passing score on the Fundamentals of Surveying (FS) exam.

• Two years of post-graduate level land surveying experience.

Experience at both levels must include:

• Knowledge of various computer software packages such as MicroStation and other CADD related software.

• Experience establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.

• A valid Class D Driver’s License with NONE of the following: no major traffic convictions in the past 5 years; OR 4 or more minor violations in the last 3 years; OR any combination of minor violations and at-fault accidents totaling 4 or more occurrences.

In addition to the preceding minimum qualifications, you will be assessed on the following if interviewed:

• Demonstrated ability to effectively manage time, multiple tasks and changing priorities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Supervisory and/or leadwork experience

• Experience in the Public Land Survey system and transportation engineering.

Additional Requirements

It is our policy that the successful candidate pass a background check prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components:

• SEMA4 Records Check/employment verification

• Criminal History Check

• Employment Reference Check

• Education/License Verification

• Driver’s License Verification

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.