Land Surveyor Trainee/Assistant Land Surveyor NY HELPS - Region 10

• Investigates and examines the evidence of real property locations in the field.
• Plots survey results to create detailed base mapping.
• Supervises and trains field crew staff on the researching of records relating to the ownership and location of real property.
• Prepares survey maps for acquiring and managing State interest in real property and/or prepares digital terrain models and base mapping for the design of capital projects.
• Performs survey data processing, balancing, and transforming horizontal and vertical control.
• Performs research and analysis of private and public records necessary to trace title documents, preparation of survey reports, and contract preparation.
• Makes precise field measurements, supervises, and trains field crew staff in the operation of modern terrestrial, geodetic surveying, geographic positioning systems, proper field survey procedures and work zone safety.
• Evaluates, analyzes, and compiles field evidence and record documentation evidence to determine property and highway boundary lines.
• Plans and schedules work assignments for specific projects, and research records relating to the ownership and location of real property.
• Assists in the establishment of standards and procedures utilized in surveying/mapping and in the pursuit of technological advances.
• Assists in development of specifications for the procurement of surveying hardware and software.
• Assists in development and coordination of training programs for regional ROW mapping and survey groups.
• Supports regional survey units with equipment and operations assistance.
• Assists with Term Agreement for Surveying Services (T.A.S.S.) proposals, planning, scheduling, acquisition map review, and approval of claims for payment.

Minimum Qualifications

This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS).*

To be considered for appointment through NY HELPS, or 55 b/c, candidates must meet the open competitive minimum qualifications for this position. The qualifications are:

Land Surveyor Trainee:

Either

• A bachelor’s degree program in surveying or surveying technology from an Engineering Accreditation Commission, Engineering Technology Accreditation, or Commission Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology accredited;

Or

• eligibility to sit for the Fundamentals of Surveying examination through the National Council for Examiners of Engineering and Surveying via letter issued by the New York State Board for Engineering and Land Surveying (proof of eligibility required).

As a Land Surveyor Trainee, you will serve a 24-month traineeship that leads to Assistant Land Surveyor, Grade

• To advance to Assistant Land Surveyor, you must have obtained proof of passing the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES) Fundamentals of Surveying Examination (FS) and successfully completed the requirements of the traineeship to the satisfaction of the appointing authority. At the discretion of the appointing authority, early advancement to the Assistant Land Surveyor is possible if you have obtained your FS and have successfully completed twelve months of the traineeship. It is your responsibility to notify the appointing authority’s personnel office upon obtaining proof of passing the FS. You may receive an increase in salary upon obtaining your FS. Information about this increase will be provided by the appointing authority.

Assistant Land Surveyor:

Proof of passing the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES) Fundamentals of Surveying Examination (FS) or successful completion of 52 weeks of service as a Land Surveyor Trainee and successful completion of the FS examination.

Candidates may also be qualified for permanent competitive appointment if reachable from the appropriate Civil Service eligible list or eligible for reassignment or transfer in accordance with Civil Service Law.