The purpose of this role is to oversee operations and manage the assigned area of responsibility. This position entails ensuring the production of accurate and cost-effective land surveying data. It operates within broad policy and organizational guidelines, independently planning and implementing projects while reporting progress through periodic conferences and meetings. 

The duties outlined below encompass the primary responsibilities of this role. Additional tasks related to the class of work may be assigned by management as needed.

Responsibilities:

• Provide professional recommendations and support in land surveying practices to all City agencies, including PDR, DED, City Attorney’s Office, and DPU.
• Prepare legal descriptions and interpret prior ordinances, deeds, and other property records.
• Review and provide technical comments on survey-related aspects of private development and City capital improvement projects.
• Coordinate, direct, and supervise field staff activities for accurate and timely surveys.
• Conduct research on City and Courthouse records concerning City interests like easements, property boundaries, etc.
• Prepare detailed survey reports, designs, and calculations for legal documents and plans.
• Review and approve subdivision plats before recordation.
• Review plans for accuracy and monitor Division plans and notes indexing.
• Consult with City personnel, the public, and private concerns in response to requests for information.
• Undertake technical functions related to preparing ordinances and resolutions.
• Assist in developing policies and procedures for the assigned area of responsibility.
• Research and interpret deeds, topographic maps, field notes, surveying plats, and engineering plans.
• Prepare routine, recurring, and special reports.

Requirements:

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Technical background in mathematics, physics, or geography.
• Strong writing skills for accurate descriptive reports.
• Attention to detail in field measurements and recorded data.
• Proficiency with scientific instruments like GPS equipment and robotic total stations.
• Proficiency in CAD software and computer graphic design modules.
• Ability to create technical drawings using AutoCAD or Carlson drawing software.

Minimum Training and Experience:

• Associate's degree or vocational technical degree in a related field.
• Two (2) years of relevant experience.

Preferred Training and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• Professional Land Surveyor License, Land Surveyor in Training (LSIT) certification, or ability to obtain such certification.

Licensing, Certifications, and Other Special Requirements:

• Valid Virginia driver’s license.