Specific information regarding this recruitment process is listed below.

Application Opening: Friday, April 26, 2024

Application Deadline: Apply Immediately. Application filing will be open at least through Friday, May 3, 2024, and will close any time thereafter.

Compensation Range: $86,554 - $105,248 Annually (http://careers.sf.gov/classifications/?classCode=5310&setId=COMMN)

Recruitment ID: TPV-5310-144735, RTF0144734-01126571 

Appointment Type: Temporary Provisional (TPV). This is not a permanent appointment. A provisional appointee must participate and be successful in a Civil Service examination for this classification and be selected through an open competitive process in order to be considered for permanent appointment. Provisional appointments may not exceed three (3) years.

San Francisco Public Works (https://www.sfpublicworks.org/)  (Public Works) has a far-reaching portfolio with a $453 million annual operating budget, an active capital portfolio that exceeds $3 billion and a workforce of 1,700-plus employees. The department operates around the clock, touching every neighborhood in San Francisco. The staff designs and manages the construction of civic buildings and streets; cleans and greens the right of way; maintains civic buildings; manages multi-million-dollar bond programs; trains people for jobs; keeps the right of way free of hazards; paves the roads; repairs bridges and public stairways; expands accessibility; and works at the forefront addressing some of San Francisco’s biggest challenges. With a mission to enhance the quality of life in San Francisco for residents, visitors and business owners, Public Works is committed to providing outstanding public service through an equity lens.

Please visit the “About Us” section of our website at https://www.sfpublicworks.org about to learn more about the department’s core values, Racial Equity Initiative, leadership team, history, budget and more.

Public Works currently has vacancies for the position of Survey Assistant I (5310) within our Bureau of Street Use and Mapping (BSM).

The Bureau of Street Use and Mapping (BSM) ensures that City sidewalks and streets are safe and accessible by permitting and inspecting the use of the public right of way. The bureau also collaborates on the development and execution of citywide initiatives to help businesses thrive and to activate shared public spaces. In addition, the bureau provides surveying services and maintains the official map of the City and County of San Francisco.

Under general supervision, as a Survey Assistant I, you will use safe working practices while operating equipment to perform paraprofessional surveying work in the office or field.

Important and Essential Duties:

As a Survey Assistant I, your duties may include but are not limited to the following:

• Serve as a chain person by measuring horizontal distances between points, set survey points, record measurements for reference, and act as a recorder to the survey staff when needed.

• Serve as a rod person by holding a rod or reflector, positioning backsights/targets, monitoring robotic survey equipment, slope, and construction staking as instructed by Survey Assistant II.

• Using mathematical computations, reduce and check field survey notes and provide the survey team with data for further calculations, reports, and information.

• Maintain clear lines of sight surrounding the survey equipment by clearing brush and other obstacles in survey lines to enable the survey team to set up the necessary equipment to measure distances and take accurate readings.

• Check, clean, and maintain tools and other surveying equipment.

• Use related applications to check survey information and maps; may include the use of AutoCAD and/or Tripod Data System (TDS).

• Obtain survey-related documents related to maps and deeds.

• Drive a vehicle to work sites to perform survey work.

Working Conditions:

The nature of the work will require some physical effort and manual dexterity occasionally lifting and carrying over 50 pounds and working in adverse weather or working conditions such as working in streets or roads in heavy traffic, in cold and rain.

Minimum Qualifications:

Experience:

1. One (1) year of verifiable surveying experience (either in the office or field);

OR

Education:

2. An Associate of Science degree with a concentration in Geomatics engineering or a related field (see Notes below).

Note:

1. Related educational fields include Geography, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Math, and/or Civil Engineering.

Desirable Qualifications: The stated desirable qualifications may be used to identify candidates advancing to the interview process and/or to identify job finalist(s) at the end of the selection process when referred for hiring.

• Knowledge and experience in operating surveying instruments (GPS, Laser Scanners, Total Stations, Digital Levels).

• Experience using Survey Office Software.

• Experiencing using AutoCAD Civil 3D. 

• Knowledge of the California Subdivision Map Act.

• Experience with government agencies in map reviewing (Parcel Map, Record of Surveys, Tract Maps).

CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT

*Valid Driver’s License: Applicants must possess a valid Class C driver’s license with no restrictions that would prohibit them from legally performing the essential functions and duties of the role. 

Verification:

Applicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point during the recruitment and selection process. If education verification is required, information on how to verify education requirements, including verifying foreign education credits or degree equivalency, can be found at https://sfdhr.org/how-verify-education-requirements.

Note: Falsifying one's education, training, or work experience or attempted deception on the application may result in disqualification for this and future job opportunities with the City and County of San Francisco.

All work experience, education, training, and other information substantiating how you meet the minimum qualifications must be included on your application by the filing deadline. Information submitted after the filing deadline will not be considered in determining whether you meet the minimum qualifications.

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed City and County of San Francisco application. 

Applications completed improperly may be cause for ineligibility, disqualification or may lead to lower scores. 

Selection Procedures:

After application submission, candidates deemed qualified must complete all subsequent steps to advance in this selection process, which includes the following:

The selection process will include an evaluation of applications in relation to minimum requirements. Depending on the number of applicants, the Department may establish and implement additional screening mechanisms to comparatively evaluate the qualifications of candidates. If this becomes necessary, only those applicants whose qualifications most closely meet the needs of the Department will move forward in the recruitment process.

Minimum Qualification Supplemental Questionnaire (MQSQ):

Candidates may be required to complete an MQSQ as part of the employment application. This MQSQ is designed to obtain specific information regarding an applicant's experience in relation to the Minimum Qualifications (MQ) for this position. The MQSQ will be used to evaluate if the applicant possesses the required minimum qualifications.

Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through all of the steps in the selection procedure.

Additional Information Regarding Employment with the City and County of San Francisco:

• Information About The Hiring Process (https://sfdhr.org/information-about-hiring-process)

• Conviction History

• Employee Benefits Overview  (https://sfdhr.org/benefits-overview)  

• Equal Employment Opportunity (https://sfdhr.org/equal-employment-opportunity)  

• Disaster Service Worker (https://sfdhr.org/disaster-service-workers)

• ADA Accommodation

• Right to Work (https://sfdhr.org/information-about-hiring-process#identification)

• Copies of Application Documents

• Diversity Statement (https://sfdhr.org/information-about-hiring-process#diversitystatement)

Statement on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: At the City and County of San Francisco, we share a commitment to a diverse, inclusive and equitable community. Each member of our organization is responsible and accountable for what they say and do to make San Francisco an inclusive and equitable place to live and work by employing fair and just practices to and for all.

Applicants will receive a confirmation email that their online application has been received in response to every announcement for which they file. Applicants should retain this confirmation email for their records. Failure to receive this email means that the online application was not submitted or received.

If you have any questions regarding this recruitment or application process, please contact the Analyst, Eric Chan, at Eric.K.Chan@sfdpw.org.

The City and County of San Francisco encourages women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition (associated with cancer, a history of cancer, or genetic characteristics), HIV/AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under the law.