Professional Land Surveyor

Education & Experience A minimum of five (5) years of prior experience as a Professional Land Surveyor is required, inclusive of responsible operation of modern survey instruments, data collectors, GPS, drafting and data conversion software. Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Must be able to perform at a professional level in a highly specialized field dealing with property rights in an unbiased manner; Must have a working knowledge of the Missouri State Statutes and current Missouri Minimum Standards of Boundary Surveys; Must be able to read and interpret easements, property descriptions, plats, plans, surveys and blueprints as well as construction drawings; Must be able to analyze and interpret a variety of technical, legal and abstract variables and arrive at a constructive nonbiased solution; Must be able to perform an array of mathematical processes such as algebra, geometry, geodesy, random error analysis and coordinate adjustment, spherical and plane trigonometry; Must be able to operate computers for word processing, spreadsheets, data base, data conversion and drafting software, programmable calculator, GPS, total station, data collector, as well as other office machines; Must possess the ability to work on projects in a confidential manner when needed; Ability to communicate with the public, other employees, other agencies, consultants, and contractors by telephone, email and in person; Ability to work on private property and deal with property owners in a respectful manner; Must be able to analyze a situation, solve problems and make decisions under pressure in area of responsibility; Must be able to perform effectively as a member of a team in carrying out the City’s Mission, Vision, & Values as well as the Trust Edge Experience©, which further establishes the foundation for our Mission, Vision, & Values through the 8-Pillars of trust, which are: Clarity, Compassion, Character, Competency, Commitment, Connection, Contribution and Consistency. Overall professionalism displaying the utmost integrity, discretion, courtesy, cooperation, discipline, and behavior. Licensing/Certification Requirements Must possess a valid Missouri driver’s license. Must possess a current license to practice as a Professional Land Surveyor by the Missouri State Board for Architects, Engineers, Surveyors and Landscape Architects. Must obtain the minimum hours of Professional Development Units as required to maintain a current Missouri Land Surveyors License. Miscellaneous Requirements May be required to work a variety of shifts including nights, weekends, or holidays. Must be a dependable person due to the small size of the work force. Employee may not engage in the private practice of land surveying within the corporate limits of the City of Republic, Missouri, except under special circumstances with the permission of the Community Development Director.

• Must possess a valid Missouri driver’s license.
• Must possess a current license to practice as a Professional Land Surveyor by the Missouri State Board for Architects, Engineers, Surveyors and Landscape Architects.
• Must obtain the minimum hours of Professional Development Units as required to maintain a current Missouri Land Surveyors License.
• May be required to work a variety of shifts including nights, weekends, or holidays.
• Must be a dependable person due to the small size of the work force.
• Employee may not engage in the private practice of land surveying within the corporate limits of the City of Republic, Missouri, except under special circumstances with the permission of the Community Development Director.

Physical Demands Performs bending, squatting, kneeling, climbing, and reaching to both ground level and overhead as required; must be able to reach, hold, and grip; lifts and carries up to 25 pounds; pushes and pulls up to 50 pounds; must possess the manual dexterity to use a computer keyboard and mouse; may be sitting for long periods of time; must be able to walk, sit or stand for prolonged periods. Work Environment May be exposed to extreme weather, dust, pollen, noxious weed, toxic fumes, chemicals or smoke, contagious diseases, electrical or mechanical hazards, extreme noise, heavy equipment, heavy traffic, rough terrain, wild / domestic animals and insects; May work in awkward positions such as climbing fences, crawling in/on confined places both natural and manmade with poor ventilation and no natural lighting. Selection Guidelines Formal application, rating of education and experience, oral interview, reference check and job-related tests may be required. The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change. The City of Republic is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Individuals with disabilities should request reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act prior to testing or appointment. Proof of United States Citizenship/Authorization to Work in the United States as established by the immigration Reform Act of 1986 is a condition of employment. We are committed to diversity and a drug-free workplace. Pre-employment drug testing is required.

Performs bending, squatting, kneeling, climbing, and reaching to both ground level and overhead as required; must be able to reach, hold, and grip; lifts and carries up to 25 pounds; pushes and pulls up to 50 pounds; must possess the manual dexterity to use a computer keyboard and mouse; may be sitting for long periods of time; must be able to walk, sit or stand for prolonged periods.

May be exposed to extreme weather, dust, pollen, noxious weed, toxic fumes, chemicals or smoke, contagious diseases, electrical or mechanical hazards, extreme noise, heavy equipment, heavy traffic, rough terrain, wild / domestic animals and insects; May work in awkward positions such as climbing fences, crawling in/on confined places both natural and manmade with poor ventilation and no natural lighting.

Formal application, rating of education and experience, oral interview, reference check and job-related tests may be required.

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed.

The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

The City of Republic is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Individuals with disabilities should request reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act prior to testing or appointment.

Proof of United States Citizenship/Authorization to Work in the United States as established by the immigration Reform Act of 1986 is a condition of employment.

We are committed to diversity and a drug-free workplace.

Pre-employment drug testing is required.

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For any questions, please email us at HumanResources@RepublicMo.com.

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