Description
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The Dane County Planning and Development Department in Madison, WI has a current vacancy for a full-time (1.0 FTE) County Surveyor.
The eligible list created from this posting may be used for future County Surveyor vacancies for the next six (6) months.-
Note to applicants – for the 2026 budget year, there is a 1% reduction in wages (already reflected above), an additional 21 holiday hours, and continued earning of longevity and merit steps.
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Equity, Definition and Examples of Duties
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COMMITMENT TO EQUITY AND INCLUSION
As an employer, we strive to provide a work environment where diversity and differing opinions are valued, creativity is encouraged, continuous learning and improvement are fostered, teamwork and open/honest communication are encouraged, and meeting customer needs through quality service is a shared goal. All employees must be able to demonstrate multicultural competence – the awareness, knowledge, and skills needed to work with others who are culturally different from self in meaningful, relevant, and productive ways. Applicants from traditionally underrepresented populations including women and racial and ethnic minorities, and persons with disabilities are especially encouraged to apply.
DEFINITION
Under general administrative direction, the major purpose of this position is to develop, guide, support and generally maintain Dane County’s land surveying program in accordance with relevant Wisconsin State Statutes, Dane County Code of Ordinances, and the specific needs of Dane County. The County Surveyor is a senior level position within the Records and Support Division of the Planning and Development Department and it reports directly to the Land Records Administrator.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Developing and maintaining Dane County’s Public Land Survey System (PLSS) program. Providing technical surveying support internally to the Department of Planning and Development (e.g. in the areas of parcel mapping, rural address maintenance, street naming, land division/subdivision, zoning, property listing, etc.) and externally to other County agencies on an as-needed basis as time and resources permit. Assisting the public and local surveying professionals. Conducting condominium and certified survey map (CSM) review. Assisting with complex chain of title analyses. Directing subordinate staff, if present, in carrying out the purposes of the County’s surveying and land information program.
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Education, Experience and Special Requirements
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Education, Training and Experience:
Any combination of education, training and experience equivalent to a two (2) year Associate’s degree in surveying, civil technology, drafting or a related field. Plus, a minimum of seven (7) years progressively responsible experience in field boundary surveying. Should be able to demonstrate a strong understanding of the Public Land Survey System history, section subdivision procedures, and re-establishment of obliterated or lost corners.
Certifications/Licenses:
A Wisconsin Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license is required. Must have a valid driver’s license, or access to reliable personal transportation, or equivalent. Also refer to the “Physical and Environmental Work Requirements” section below.
Special Requirements:
Must have a valid driver’s license, or access to reliable personal transportation, or equivalent. Also refer to the “Physical and Environmental Work Requirements” section below.
Background Check Statement: Some positions may require a criminal background check which can include fingerprinting due to the nature of the job's responsibilities. Wisconsin's Fair Employment Law, s. 111.31 – 111.395, Wis. Stats., prohibits discrimination because of an arrest or conviction record. However, Dane County may disqualify an applicant if the position's responsibilities are substantially related to the applicant's criminal history (e.g., the nature of the crime and its relationship to the position, whether hiring, transferring or promoting an applicant would pose an unreasonable risk to the business, its employees, customers and vendors, etc.) Management reserves the right to make employment contingent upon successful completion of the background check.
For Bilingual Positions:
- Provide services in both English and the required foreign language (e.g., Spanish, Arabic, Hmong, etc.).
- Applicants being considered for bilingual positions will be tested during the recruitment process prior to employment. This will primarily consist of passing an oral language proficiency assessment from English to foreign language and foreign language to English, but may require additional language testing, such as written translation, if it is an essential function of the job.
*If applicable, individuals may confirm with the Employee Relations Division whether results of bilingual language certifications/ examinations they currently hold qualify them for the position’s bilingual designation.
Physical and Environmental Work Requirements:
Professional office environment. Work involves walking, sitting, standing, bending, stooping, twisting, turning, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, grasping, and reaching within normal ranges. Ability to lift and move a variety of work-related materials weighing up to 25 pounds (with/without assistance). Ability to conduct site visits and complete sometimes rigorous field surveying work. Able to operate traditional and contemporary surveying equipment. Prolonged computer and phone use. Manual dexterity using fine and gross motor skills. Ability to speak and be heard by others. Ability to see and hear within normal ranges with or without corrective devices.
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Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
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Thorough knowledge of the theories, practices, laws and regulations pertaining to land surveying, land records management, real estate, property description and mapping. Knowledge of governmental structure and process. Knowledge of data processing systems, GIS, CAD, and GPS. Possession of effective oral and written communication skills. Ability to communicate and work well with others in a positive, constructive and professional manner. Ability to research issues, define problems, develop recommendations, prepare reports, and implement solutions. Ability to effectively manage and generally direct the work of others; and ability to balance multiple projects and establish priorities.
Become a part of the Dane County Team!
We offer a wide range of benefits including fully paid dental and HMO health insurance premiums for full time employees/pro rated for part time employees. The County will also provide contributions towards POS health insurance premiums and short/long term disability. Additional benefits available include long term care, vision coverage, flex spending account and deferred compensation programs paid in full by the employee and a wellness program. For further details on insurance benefits visithttps://admin.countyofdane.com/employee-relations/active-employee
Bilingual Pay: Employees who work in bilingual designated positions receive an additional $2.00 per hour.
Undesirable Hours Premium Pay: Employees may receive undesirable hours pay of $2.00 for anytime worked between 6:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m and for anytime on Saturday and/or Sunday. (not applicable with all employee groups).
Paid Parental Leave: Dane County also provides 12 weeks of paid parental leave for birth or adoption of a child.
Caregiver Leave: Dane County offers 80 hours of paid leave to care for an ill family member.
Telecommuting: Telecommuting allows employees to work remotely for all or part of their workweek. Dane County considers telecommuting to be a viable, flexible option when both the employee and the job are suited to such an arrangement. Dane County will permit telecommuting when it benefits the productivity of the employee and their department and if determined by employee's department that telecommuting is not detrimental to either the County or the employee.
Student Loan Forgiveness: If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, you may be able to receive loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program.
WI Retirement System: Employees hired after 7-1-11 must be expected to work a minimum of 1200 hours annually to be enrolled in the Wisconsin Retirement System when hired.
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