Engineering Associate Surveyor's Office - Construction Survey Party Chief
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Engineering Associate Surveyor's Office - Construction Survey Party Chief
Salary
$31.97 - $41.67 Hourly
Location
ESC, OR
Job Type
Regular
Job Number
202600004
Department
Public Works
Division
PW EC Engineer/Construct Svc
Opening Date
01/16/2026
Closing Date
Continuous
FLSA
Exempt
Bargaining Unit
13
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Benefits
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DESCRIPTION
See What Lane County Public Works Employees Have to Say About Working Here! (https://vimeo.com/897312077)
About the Position
Lane County Public Works is seeking an experienced Survey Party Chief to lead critical surveying work that supports safe transportation systems, public infrastructure, and community development across Lane County .
This role sits within the Engineering & Construction Services Division , a team responsible for planning, designing, and constructing transportation and public improvement projects that directly serve residents, businesses, and visitors. Within that division, the Survey Party Chief works with the County Surveyor's Office-providing essential property, roadway, and survey data that informs public works projects and supports landowners, consultants, and partner agencies throughout the region.
As the Survey Party Chief, you will lead and participate in a wide range of survey activities-from topographic surveys and construction staking to right-of-way retracements and boundary surveys. You'll apply both technical expertise and field leadership, operating modern survey technology while guiding a survey field crew to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and safety in the field.
This is a hands-on role for a seasoned survey professional who enjoys balancing fieldwork with technical analysis. You will perform survey calculations; process field data using computer-aided drafting and modeling software and conduct survey research to support County projects from planning through construction. Your work will directly contribute to public infrastructure projects that shape how people move, build, and connect across Lane County.
If you are motivated by precision, teamwork, and public service-and want your work to have a visible, lasting impact in the community-this is an opportunity to put your surveying expertise to work in local government.
Why Work for Lane County?
Lane County offers the opportunity to do meaningful public service work that directly supports safe infrastructure and community development across the region. Employees enjoy the stability of public-sector employment, competitive benefits, and the chance to work on diverse, technically engaging projects. All of this comes with the quality of life that makes Lane County a great place to live and work .
About the Division - Engineering & Construction Services
The Engineering & Construction Services Division responsibilities include planning, designing and constructing safe and efficient transportation systems for Lane County. The Division also provides high quality and comprehensive engineering and construction services to other County Departments and external public agency clients that manage, maintain, and plan public improvement programs and projects. Our mission is to provide these important services for the benefit of citizens, businesses, industries, and visitors to Lane County.
Engineering & Construction Services - SURVEY :
The County Surveyor's Office is located within the Engineering & Construction Services Division of Lane County Public Works. The Surveyor's Office provides property and road information support for individuals, landowners, consultants and government entities seeking survey information and documentation in Lane County. The Office also processes and reviews Land Survey/Plat related submissions for recording and filing from private and public Land Surveyors practicing in Lane County.
Surveying :
Responsibilities will generally include examining public land system corners; researching survey records; performing field surveying and staking and performing complex calculations; updating and providing plat data for GPS mapping; and researching land records to determine rights-of-way.
Schedule: Monday - Friday; 7:00am - 3:30pm.
This is an ADMIN-PRO represented position
QUALIFICATIONS
Training:
Bachelor's degree in a field related to area of assignment; and sufficient experience as necessitated by the competency level of the position.
Experience:
Journey Level: 2 - 5 years of progressively responsible professional experience.
Specialized knowledge specific to area of assignment may be required.
Or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.
Licensing Requirements:
Valid Oregon Driver's License
Preferred Requirements:
Professional Land Surveyor certification is preferred but not required.
Physical Requirements :
Positions in this class typically require talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions.
Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for Sedentary Work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated for Light Work.
Incumbents may be subjected to fumes, dusts, gases, chemicals, extreme temperatures, intense noises and travel.
Studies have shown that women and BIPOC individuals are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they are able to perform every task in the job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. The county will consider any equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and experience to meet minimum qualifications. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role.
CLASSIFICATION DETAILS
Engineering Analyst Classification Details Can Be Found Here (https://www.lanecounty.org/UserFiles/Servers/Server\3585797/File/Government/County%20Departments/Human%20Resources/Job%20Classification/Engineering%20Analyst\N4302-06.pdf)
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Selection Process (https://www.lanecounty.org/government/county\departments/human\resources/talent\acquisition/Selection\Process)
Equal Employment Opportunity
Lane County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.
Strategic Plan
In alignment with Lane County's Strategic Plan, incumbent(s) will be expected to demonstrate the following core behaviors: Passion to Serve, Driven to Connect, and Focused on Solutions.
The 2025 - 2027 Strategic Plan focuses on the areas that Lane County will pursue as a way to deliver on our vision for the residents of Lane County. To meet these challenges, we know that the basis of our efforts lies in leveraging our people and partnerships to achieve our Strategic Priorities. We also recognize that the quality and commitment of our staff is essential to a shared future where Lane County is the best place in which to live, work, and play.
Veteran Preference Information (https://www.lanecounty.org/cms/One.aspx?portalId=3585881&pageId=5143112)
Careers with Lane County Offer Extraordinary Benefits
At Lane County, we value our employees and we show it with our extraordinary benefits. We know that you chose public service for more than a paycheck, and our outstanding benefits are designed to help you Live Well, Live Lane - throughout your career. Read on to learn what great benefits await you in a career with Lane County.
Introducing ALEX (https://www.myalex.com/lanecounty/home#choose-benefits) , Lane County's benefit advisor! ALEX is an interactive tool that will help you understand the benefits being offered, out of pocket expenses and coverage available. You will need the Collective Bargaining Unit found in your job posting and when asked for your date of hire, please put in today's date.
*The below information describes typical benefits available for Regular Full-time Employees. Actual benefits received may differ by position, employment status (regular, temporary, or extra help) and/or bargaining group.
ALEX Benefit Advisor (click here) (https://www.myalex.com/lanecounty/home#choose-benefits)
Collective Bargaining Units:
Admin-Pro
AFSCME
AFSCME Nurses
AFSCME Physicians
FOPPO
LCPOA
Local 626
Prosecuting Attorney's
Benefits to keep you & your family well - Physically
Health insurance coverage becomes effective the first of the month following your first 30 days as an eligible employee.
Medical/Rx/Vision - Lane County offers medical, prescription and vision exam coverage for you and your eligible dependents. The plan options and costs per month for 2018 are outlined below:
If you enroll in the HDHP the County will contribute to your HSA: $1,500 (individual) or $3,000 (family) annually. This amount is prorated based on date of hire.
Eligible employees who complete a Health History Risk Assessment (HHRA), Biometric Screening, and Comprehensive Health Review (CHR) at the Live Well Center receive a $20 per month credit.
Wellness Clinic - The Live Well Center is for Lane County benefits-eligible employees, spouses and dependents (ages 2 and up) who are enrolled in the Lane County health plan. Marathon Health manages the Live Well Center and their clinical team provides confidential, affordable care for your acute and preventive healthcare needs. The Live Well Center also provides health coaching, chronic disease counseling, comprehensive primary care services, and much more.
Dental - Lane County provides dental coverage for employees and their eligible dependents.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Lane County provides this counseling and concierge service to employees and members of their immediate households.
Fitness Center Membership - Lane County provides employees with a free membership to a local fitness center. Employees may add their families at a discounted rate.
Benefits to keep you & your family well - Financially
Retirement - Lane County pays for, and enrolls employees in the Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP) and the Individual Account Program (IAP) following six full months of employment. (Current members are eligible upon hire.)
Disability - Lane County pays a portion of wages for eligible employees through Short-Term Disability, and provides Long-Term Disability coverage. Lane County complies with all State and Federal disability laws for employee, family, parental and pregnancy leaves regulations.
Time Management - Lane County provides employees with a generous bank of hours to be used for sick, vacation, family emergencies and personal days.
Holidays - Lane County provides 10 paid holidays per year:
New Year's Day Independence Day
Martin Luther King Jr's Birthday Labor Day
Presidents' Day Veterans' Day
Memorial Day Thanksgiving Day
Juneteenth Christmas Day
Life Insurance - Lane County pays for employee group term life insurance.
County-paid Training & Development to keep your career well
On-site Classes - Lane County offers a variety of on-site classes to develop employees' soft and technical skills.
Online Training - Lane County offers a variety of online classes through LEAP to help employees continually improve their skills.
Conferences & Seminars - Lane County will consider reimbursement for employees to attend professional conferences, dependent upon budget, to encourage continuous learning and professional development.
Lane County offers these other valuable benefits
Deferred Compensation Retirement Savings - Employees may enroll in a deferred compensation program 457(b) to save for retirement.
Vision - Eligible employees may purchase supplemental vision insurance.
Supplemental Life Insurance - Employees may purchase supplemental life insurance for themselves and their dependents/spouse.
Aflac - Optional employee-paid voluntary group coverage is available through Aflac.
Group Discounts - Group discounts may include homeowners and auto insurance, pet health insurance, credit union membership.
Paid medical, dental and vision coverage for dependents is determined by labor agreement or APM, as applicable. Physicians should contact their supervisor for health plan options and rates. Please note that Temporary and Extra Help positions are not typically eligible for benefits. This is only brief summary of benefits available to eligible Lane County employees. In all cases, plan documents govern.
For additional information about these extraordinary benefits contact the Benefit Resource Center at 1-866-468-7272, or Lane County HR at (541) 682-3124.
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Do you have a valid ODL or the ability to obtain one by time of hire?
Yes
No
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Please describe your experience working as a Survey Party Chief or in a closely related surveying role where you led or supervised a field survey crew. Include the @types of surveys performed, your leadership responsibilities, and the size of the team. (40-points)
03
Describe your experience conducting construction layout surveys for commercial or road projects, including your role and the tools or techniques used. (35-points)
04
Describe your experience with surveying or civil design software, such as AutoCAD or Civil 3D, or other equivalent platforms. Please include your level of proficiency and typical uses. (25-points)
05
IMPORTANT: Please ensure you have included all RELEVANT education, employment and experience in your application. To ensure compliance with Oregon Equal Pay laws, Human Resources will conduct a wage analysis based on the information you have provided in your application to determine the appropriate starting wage if you are selected.
I acknowledge I have provided all relevant education and employment history.
06
What is your highest level of education?
High School diploma or equivalent to completion of twelfth grade.
Associate's degree.
Two-years of technical certificate or coursework.
Bachelor's degree.
Master's or higher degree.
07
How many years of progressively responsible experience in examining public land system corners; researching survey records; performing field surveying and staking and performing complex calculations; updating and providing plat data for GPS mapping; and researching land records to determine right-of-ways.do you have?
AT LEAST two-years of experience.
Three-years
Four-years
Five-years
Six-years
Seven-years or more
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Employer
Lane County
Department
Public Works
Address
3040 N Delta Hwy Eugene, Oregon, 97408
Website
https://www.lanecountyor.gov
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