Land Surveyor jobs in Hayward, CA

Are you interested in being part of a big team that is dedicated to enhancing the well-being of a community? If so, we're excited to invite you to join the City of Oakland’s Department of Transportation Survey Division as City Land Surveyor. This job is both stimulating and dynamic, with work both in the office and out in the field. You'll get to help different parts of the city government, like the Department of Transportation Engineering, Traffic and Emergency Response, and Public Works Project Delivery, Sanitary Sewer, Geographic Information System (GIS), Planning and Building, Land Development, and the City Attorney's Office. 

Working with us means you'll be part of a group that's focused on improving things like roads, housing, and other important parts of the city. In our Survey Division, you'll do lots of different things, like utilizing cutting-edge technologies such as GPS and Robotic Total Station to create topographic mapping, boundary resolution, plat mapping, and the creation of legal descriptions based on historical records dating back as far as 172 years. You'll also help with construction projects to make sure they're done correctly, and you'll work on surveys for things like traffic and bridges. Plus, you'll help with planning and development projects, making sure they follow the rules and regulations.

Being on our team isn't just about doing the job – it's about caring for Oakland and the people who live here. You'll help keep important historical records and work closely with other city departments. By joining us, you'll be part of making Oakland better and more successful. As a surveyor, you'll be a key player in driving progress forward. Join us and become the trusted force making positive changes in our city. Trust the Surveyor!

• Experienced: You are skilled at accurately establishing or reestablishing property boundaries based on records, historical evidence, and current standards. You can seamlessly incorporate this expertise into mapping systems, blueprints, and legal documents. 
• Knowledgeable: You have a thorough understanding of Boundary Control, legal principles, State Laws, and City Ordinances. This extends to collecting field data, using computers, and understanding complex geospatial concepts. 
• Collaborative: You will work closely with different departments to ensure that the data you provide meets the needs of all department users reliant on the acquired data.  
• Scholarly: You are devoted to studying the geographical context to grasp the impact of historical land surveying maps, evolving legislation such as the Subdivision Map Act, and the ramifications evident in case law. 
• Dedicated: You are willing to put in the time and effort needed to make sure your work is accurate and reliable.  
• Insightful: You possess a deep understanding of industry standards, state regulations, local ordinances, and a keen awareness of the perspectives of your colleagues. 
• Purposeful: You approach your work with a clear goal, knowing that what you do has real significance and direction. 

• Collaborating with other city departments and divisions, such as City Engineering, Project Delivery, Sanitary Sewer, Planning, Building, and the City Attorney’s Office. 
• Preparing legal documents like descriptions and maps needed for property deals, public records, and legal cases. 
• Communicating with property owners, developers, government officials, and the public to address inquiries, provide information, and resolve disputes related to land surveying matters. 
• Ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and standards governing land surveying activities. 
• Accurately establishing and verifying property lines and boundaries within the city limits. 
• Cultivating a growth mindset by fostering a culture of continuous learning, resilience, and adaptability, and encouraging mentees to embrace challenges as opportunities for growth.

• Every day brings new challenges and projects, from boundary surveys to construction staking, ensuring that the job remains engaging and dynamic.
• You will collaborate with civil engineers, planners, developers, and other professionals, fostering teamwork and camaraderie in achieving project goals.
• You will be a part of preserving the City's history, in regards to surveying, which goes back 172 years. 
• You will play a vital role in facilitating land development, infrastructure projects, and urban planning initiatives that benefit communities and improve quality of life. 

• You may face skepticism or mistrust from the public regarding property boundaries or survey results. 
• You are faced with federal, state, and local regulations, as well as zoning ordinances and land use laws, which adds layers of complexity to surveying projects and requires meticulous attention to detail.
• You will be working with limited resources which may impact surveying equipment, training, and personnel.

• Fact Finding: Obtaining facts and data pertaining to an issue or question
• Industry Monitoring: Grasping the external political, economic, competitive, and social factors affecting the industry
• Legal & Regulatory Navigation: Understanding, interpreting, and ensuring compliance with laws and regulations
• Professional & Technical Expertise: Applying technical subject matter to the job
• Using Technology: Working with electronic hardware and software applications
• Displaying Ownership and Accountability: Holding self and others accountable for measurable high-quality, timely, and cost-effective results
• Handling Stress: Maintaining emotional stability and self-control under pressure, challenge, or adversity
• Innovative Problem Solving: Identifying and analyzing problems in order to propose new and better ways of doing things
• Oral Communication: Engaging effectively in dialogue
• Writing: Communicating effectively in writing
• Professional Impact: Presenting self as a positive representative of the organization
• Delegating: Sharing responsibility, authority, and accountability
• Leading Cross-Functional Collaboration: Demonstrating cooperation and teamwork while working within and across divisions, functions, or teams
• Project Management: Ensuring that projects are on-time, on-budget, and achieve their objectives
• Strategic Thinking & Perspective: Evaluating immediate actions in context of achieving long range objectives

• 15 paid holidays 
• Vacation: 2 weeks per year minimum with the ability to accrue more depending on public sector years of service
• Retirement: CalPERS (California Public Employees’ Retirement System) with a pension formula of 2.5% @ 55 (for Classic CalPERS members) and 2% @ 62 for new CalPERS members. Classic Employees contribute 8% of pre-tax wages. The City of Oakland does not participate in Social Security
• Health: The City of Oakland pays the full cost of employee and eligible dependent coverage at the Kaiser rate. Other plans include Anthem, Blue Shield, United Health Care, and other HMO and PPO plans
• Dental: Delta Dental full premium for employees and eligible dependents
• Vision: VSP full premium for employees and eligible dependents
• Sick leave: Employees accrue 12 days per year
• Deferred Compensation: 457(b) pre-tax plan and an after-tax ROTH 401(k)plan
• Other benefits include a Flexible Spending Account, Wellness Program, Employee Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement, Life Insurance up to $200k & Employee Training.