Review Vacancy
AgencyEnvironmental Conservation, Department of
TitleProfessional Land Surveyor 1 - NY HELPS
Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $88639 to $111897 Annually
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:
Minimum Qualifications:
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.
Duties Description Conduct and supervise others in surveying of forest land.
Recover historic boundary lines and monuments.
Conduct detailed work to reconstruct historic land ownership.
Sign, seal and certify survey maps.
Exercise professional judgment on complex highway or state land boundary determinations.
Manage project priorities, staff, work schedules, and consultant services to deliver the land surveying program in Region 5.
Ensure quality control of survey related products and data integrity.
Provide direct supervision and technical direction of field and/or office staff and provide guidance and direction to survey consultants.
Assist the Office of General Counsel and the Attorney General in case preparation and testify as an expert witness, including preparation of legal descriptions in reference to a deed(s).
Will be required to walk through dense woods and swamps carrying survey equipment.
Knowledge and experience with snow shoes, skies, snowmobiles and small motor boats is preferred.
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.
Overtime may be required.
Must be able to lift and move objects up to 50 pounds.
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.
DEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.