St. Johns County residents enjoy a healthy quality of life with many perks including one of the top rated public school systems in the State of Florida, miles of beach shoreline, peaceful estuary scenery of the St. Johns River, long established agriculture and equestrian scene, and the nation’s oldest city, historic St. Augustine. In 2019 St. Johns County was ranked the 10th fastest growing county in the United States showcasing that there is truly something for everyone in St. Johns County! 

The Surveying and Mapping Division, a division of Land Management Services Department, provides project and geodetic surveying services to various County programs and departments. Project surveying includes boundary surveys, topographical surveys, right-of-way surveys, as-built surveys, construction stake-out, and sketches and descriptions of County owned property. We also assist with asset management programs for our Public Works Department using some of the latest GIS based applications for data collection and database updates.

We currently have two three person survey field crews that work Monday thru Thursday 6:30 am to 5:00 pm. The Survey Division has maintained two field crews for many years by increasing efficiency with technology. Each survey field crew consists of a Survey Party Chief, Instrument Technician and a Survey Assistant and we pride ourselves on safety, accuracy and camaraderie among our employees. Our survey crews function as a team and are trained to be highly professional in their duties as we interact with the public daily.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Measures and marks horizontal and vertical distances; clears brush; located property markers; marks and drives stakes.

• Loads and unloads equipment into survey party vehicle; ensures vehicle is properly stocked with equipment and supplies.

• Maintains equipment, vehicles and equipment as assigned.

• Performs the duties of the Instrument Technician in his or her absence.

• Flags traffic.

• Maintains a full-time presence on the job.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or equivalent recognized certification.

• Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/ internship or having had a similar position for one (1) to two (2) years.

• Must possess and maintain a valid Florida driver’s license and any other endorsements necessary to legally operate vehicles used while assigned to this position.

• Must possess good interpersonal and communication skills to serve others.

• Must be able to comprehend, speak and write the English language.

• Must be able to operate a computer.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS

• Knowledge of field survey instrument operation and maintenance.

• Knowledge of land surveying principles, practices, techniques, and equipment.

• Knowledge of computers and job-related software programs.

• Skill in the analysis of problems and the development and implementation of solutions.

• Skill in oral and written communication.

ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

• Working Conditions may include some exposure to environmental changes (e.g., outdoor weather and/or field conditions, warehouses, garages, etc.), extreme noises, odors, heights and/or dust.

• Physical Activity may include sitting, walking, lifting heavy objects up to 25lbs, kneeling, crouching, reaching, or standing.

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St. Johns County Board of County Commissioners is a drug free workplace and equal opportunity employer. All employment actions are taken without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, handicap, disability, marital status, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE.  Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply.  Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements.  Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code.  Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here.  All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.

An applicant eligible for Veteran's Preference who believes he or she was not afforded employment preferences in accordance with Florida law may file a complaint requesting an investigation with the Florida department of veterans affairs. Veteran's Preference Coordinator, 11351 Ulmerton Road, Suite 311, Largo, FL 33778. A complaint must be filed within 60 calendar days from the date that the notice of hiring decision is received by the applicant or within three calendar months of the date of the application is filed within the employer if no notice is given. If no notice is given, it is the responsibility of the preferred applicant to contact the employer to determine if the position has been filled.