Job Title

Job Family

Job Code

Job Exempt

Survey Data Manager

Non_Bargaining

SDM1

Pay Grade

Pay Rate Type

Minimum

Midpoint

Maximum

NB112

Salary

$31.59

$40.29

$48.98

Job Description

Performs management and implementation of survey data collection for city real estate and construction projects using technologies like LiDAR, drones, and hydrographic mapping systems. Coordinates with field staff and processes data with specialized software to ensure accuracy and compliance with project standards. Maintains survey equipment and collaborates on public works data standards under the supervision of the City Surveyor. Reports on project progress and outcomes.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree and six (6) years of survey data management and GIS expertise or an equivalent combination of education and experience. FAA Part 107 license must be obtained within 90 days of employment, at the employee's own expense and effort. Valid Florida Driver's License required. Experience in performing drone photogrammetry projects, LiDAR scanning projects, bathymetric/hydrographic mapping of lakes, and processing of photogrammetry and LiDAR collected data highly desired.

Responsibilities

EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED:
Note: The listed duties are only illustrative and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed by this job class. The omission of specific statements does not preclude management from assigning specific duties not listed if such duties are a logical assignment to the position.
Manages and implements survey data collection for city real estate and construction projects.

Coordinates with field staff to ensure proper placement of project control points.

Utilizes advanced technologies such as LiDAR scanners, drones, and hydrographic mapping systems for data acquisition.

Processes and verifies data accuracy using specialized software to meet project standards.

Establishes project control for various mapping projects using robotic total stations and GNSS receivers.

Plans and conducts Unmanned Aerial (drone) mapping missions for photogrammetry to create orthomosaic photos for use in surveys and construction projects.

Plans and conducts Unmanned Aerial (drone) mapping missions for LiDAR (aerial laser scanning) data collection for use in creating three-dimensional surveying products such as topographic surveys, and point cloud-based models.

Plans and conducts hydrographic surveys using a Hydrone hydrographic mapping system using an echo sounder and GNSS unit to map lake bottoms and the bottom of other water bodies as directed for use in creating bathymetric and hydrographic survey deliverables.

Plans and conducts LiDAR (terrestrial laser scanning) scanning projects using mobile or stationary scanners to map city infrastructure for survey products and deliverables.

Plans and processes project plans as directed by the City Surveyor for dissemination and collection.

Verifies the data prior to conveying the data to CAD Technicians or to the City Surveyor for final deliverables being provided and the City Surveyor certifying the data.

Performs other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of principles, practices, techniques and instruments used in surveying.

Knowledge of legal principles affecting surveying work.

Knowledge of mathematics including algebra, geometry, and trigonometry.

Knowledge of work hazards and applicable safety precautions.

Skill in use and care of surveying instruments and equipment.

Ability to direct the work of others.

Ability to evaluate the work of others for accuracy and completeness.

Ability to communicate moderately complex ideas and information.

Ability to accurately record, organize, and maintain survey data.

Ability to perform mathematical computations rapidly and accurately.

Ability to read and interpret maps, legal descriptions, and other documents related to land surveying.

Ability to perform work involving a considerable amount of walking and, at times, adverse conditions such as extreme weather, exposure to fumes, insects, chemicals, and requiring manual dexterity and physical agility.

Ability to operate a small boat and to swim and stay afloat in deep water.

Ability to operate a 4-wheel drive vehicle.

Ability to operate various electronic survey total stations, automatic levels, digital levels, data collectors, plotters and personal computer. Ability to acquire remote pilot certification upon request.