Review Vacancy
AgencyEnvironmental Conservation, Department of
TitleProfessional Land Surveyor 1 - NY HELPS
Occupational CategoryI.T. Engineering, Sciences
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $91298 to $115252 Annually
Duties Description The Professional Land Surveyor 1 position reports to the Regional Real Property Supervisor (Real Estate Officer 1) and assists in the management of administrative matters and land acquisition projects in Region 4. The incumbent will be responsible for directing the regional land surveying unit, including supervision of survey staff and certification of maps prepared by staff under their direction. This position emphasizes quality control and technical direction, ensuring the integrity of survey relate products while also providing expert testimony in legal matters.
Duties:
- Exercises independent professional judgment as an expert on complex state land
boundary determinations.
- Establishes standards and procedures utilized in surveying and pursues
technological and procedural advances that would increase the efficiency of
operations.
- Sets policy for the collection and use of survey data, the balancing and processing
of field survey data, and interpretation of New York State Laws.
- Manages the project schedule priorities and staff or consultant resources that are
necessary to administer the land surveying program and ensure quality of survey
results.
- Provide scoping, review and approval of consultant surveys.
- Provide administrative supervision, professional guidance, and technical direction
to staff.
- Signs and stamps, with their professional seal, department survey maps per State
Education law, as prepared under their direction.
- Assists the Attorney General’s Office in case preparation and testifies as an expert
witness in the defense of land title and state land boundaries.
- Responsible for the maintenance of regional survey and land records.
- Research internal and public records for survey and title information related to
administrative matters and in support of land acquisition projects.
- Provide direct supervision and technical direction to field and/or office staff and
provide guidance and direction to survey consultants.
- Supervise staff performing property boundary surveys utilizing applicable survey
principles and practices.
Minimum Qualifications This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS).
For the duration of the NY HELPS Program, this title may be filled via a non-competitive appointment,which means no examination is required but all candidates must meet the minimum qualifications of the title for which they apply.
To be eligible for appointment under NY HELPS, candidates must meet the minimum qualifications below:
Promotion: Possession of a New York State Land Surveyor’s license and current registration and one year of service as an Assistant Land Surveyor.
Open Competitive: Possession of a New York State Land Surveyor’s license and current Registration.
Candidates may also be appointed via the following:
Reassignment - Currently in the title and an employee of DEC.
Reinstatement Eligible - Previously held the title on a permanent competitive basis or held a title as indicated under the transfer eligible section on a permanent competitive basis.
Transfer Eligible - One year of permanent competitive service at Salary Grade 22 or higher and eligible for transfer in accordance with Civil Service law.
Additional Comments Must have a valid driver’s license or demonstrate the ability to meet the transportation needs of the position.
Must be able to negotiate difficult terrain.
Must be able to work in remote areas.
Must be able to work in adverse weather conditions.
Travel may be required.
Telecommuting may be available, will be discussed at interview.
We offer a work-life balance and a generous benefits package, worth 65% of salary, including:
• Holiday & Paid Time Off
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Pension from New York State Employees’ Retirement System
• Shift & Geographic pay differentials
• Affordable Health Care options
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost
• NYS Deferred Compensation plan
• Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, and U.S. Savings Bonds
• And many more...
For new State employees appointed to graded positions, the annual salary is the hiring rate (beginning of the Salary Range) of the position. Promotion salaries are calculated by the NYS Office of the State Comptroller in accordance with NYS Civil Service Law, OSC Payroll rules and regulations and negotiated union contracts.
The Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) is committed to fostering a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility. Our work would not be possible without the diverse backgrounds, experiences, ideas, and abilities of our employees. DEC is committed to developing a workforce which represents the diverse population of New York State. DEC embraces a diverse and inclusive work environment by encouraging all individuals, including those with disabilities, to apply to open positions at the agency.
Please be advised, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation does not use E-Verify, and we are unable to provide sponsorship for employment visa statuses (i.e. H-1B, Self-Sponsorship, STEM OPT).
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.