Junior Survey Party Chief

Junior Survey Party Chief

Information

• Pay Range (Grade): $22.15- $38.75 (H300)
• Hiring Pay Range: $22.15 - $23.26
• Other Compensation Offered: Overtime, Compensatory Time
• Employment Type: Full-Time, 40 hours per week
• Organization: Public Works - Engineering
• Location: County Office Building
• Reports to: County Surveyor
• Classification: Non-Exempt (41748)

Who We Are


At Carroll County Government, we look for people who are eager to engage in meaningful work that positively impacts our community. As public servants, our sense of purpose and motivation to work hard starts with the value we place on relationships with coworkers, community partners, and those we serve. We strive to build collaborative and passionate teams, with opportunities to learn and explore new possibilities in a welcoming workplace. As a team, we are committed, inspired, and connected to make a difference in the community.


What You Will Do


As the Junior Party Chief, you will operate a variety of state-of-the-art surveying equipment. Working under the direction of the Party Chief, you will be engaged on county projects conducting control, boundary and topographical surveys for mapping, construction, subdivision of land, title and other purposes in accordance with federal, state and local laws.


Essential Duties

• Operate state of the art, high accuracy surveying equipment including, digital levels, Robotic total stations with Android based and Windows Mobile compatible data collectors utilizing TDS and Carlson software platforms and Survey Grade Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS) receivers for Real Time Kinematic (RTK) or Real Time Network (RTN) surveys.
• Work independently as a one-person crew to conduct small topographic and engineering surveys.
• Keep accurate field notes and documentation
• Maintain quality control on all survey projects for accuracy, precision and conformance to minimum standard and detail requirements for land surveys
• Assist office staff in interpreting field survey data to prepare survey plans
• Perform routine maintenance to ensure surveying equipment is in proper working condition
• Perform duties of the Party Chief in their absence.
• Communicate effectively with co-workers, clients, and the general public. Maintain confidentiality and use professional conduct in all interactions.
• Conduct project operations to meet standards set in Federal, State, and local laws.
• Invite collaboration and seek learning opportunities. Proactively assist peers to create a supportive work environment.
• Ensure all work is complete and timely to support department goals. Evaluate feedback and procedures to improve efficiency.
• Exhibit integrity, ethics, and fiscal responsibility.

How You Will Succeed

Your Skills

• Surveying Equipment (Intermediate)
• Geographic Information System (GIS) (Developing)
• Blueprint Reading (Intermediate)
• Safety Regulations (Intermediate)
• Microsoft Office Suite (Developing)

Your Strengths

• Service Excellence
• Decision Making
• Collaborating with Others
• Safety Focus
• Quality Focus
• Continuous Learning
• Information Gathering and Processing
• Managing Project Execution
• Planning and Organizing

You Might Be a Good Fit If

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or general education diploma (GED)
• Four or more years of related experience
• A comparable amount of education and experience may be substituted for the minimum requirement.

Licenses and Certifications

• Valid driver's license

Additional Information

• Requires criminal background check as condition of employment.

Working Conditions

• Frequent exposure to potentially adverse weather conditions.
• Frequent physical activity: standing/walking, pushing/pulling, bending, reaching, lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs, climbing steps, squatting, stooping, and related activities.
• Must wear appropriate PPE as required.

Why You Will Love Working Here

All the Benefits You Need


Carroll County Government is dedicated to fostering a culture focused on the total well-being of our employees. For eligible employees, this includes:

• Generous paid time off
• 13 Paid Holidays
• Flexible schedules and remote options, when applicable
• Comprehensive, no deductible medical plans including prescription and vision coverage, low-cost dental plan, and County paid basic life insurance.
• Pension, 401k, and 457 Retirement Accounts
• Up to $9,000 in Tuition Assistance per fiscal year

Find out more here: Carroll County Government | Carroll County, Maryland (carrollcountymd.gov)


Carroll County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The County Commissioners of Carroll County recognize the rights of all people, including County employees, to equal opportunity. Discrimination against County employees on the basis of race, color, religion, age, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability is strictly prohibited. The Americans with Disabilities Act, Titles I and II, applies to County government employment. If you have questions, suggestions, or complaints, please contact Kristy L. Bixler, Director, Human Resources and Carroll County Government Americans with Disabilities Coordinator for Employment, at the Department of Human Resources View phone number on click.appcast.io) or Md. Relay 711/800-735-2258. The mailing address is 225 North Center Street, Westminster, Maryland 21157.


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Disclaimer: This job description may not be inclusive of all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described, and may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of the Employer.