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Under supervision, the 5310 Survey Assistant I performs sub-professional work as a member of a field survey party; follows established surveying methods and procedures such as measuring horizontal and vertical distances to the order of accuracy and precision required using electronic and other surveying equipment; making and reducing field notes, including sketches; preparing volumetric calculations for both land removal and water dredging; clearing brush and obstacles obstructing surveying areas; transporting materials and equipment to and from the survey area; cleaning and maintaining tools and equipment; serving as a chainperson and/or a rodperson; and performs related duties as required.

This is the entry level of the survey job code series. This class is distinguished from the Survey Assistant II by the latter’s higher level of responsibility and expertise.

Supervision Exercised: Incumbents in this class do not perform supervisory duties.

Examples of Important or Essential Duties:

1. Serves as a chainperson by measuring horizontal distances between points with a tape measure or prism, setting survey control points, records measurements for reference, and acts as recorder to the survey party when needed.
   
2. Serves as rodperson by holding rod or reflector in locations as instructed while the Survey Assistant II reads the rod that indicates differences in elevation for cross-sections, stadia work, slope staking, setting precise vertical controls, and establishing benchmarks to provide points of known elevation.
   
3. Reduces and checks field survey notes, which includes: making mathematical computations by using basic arithmetic calculations, geometry, trigonometry, and algebra; using calculators when necessary, to assist in providing the survey team with necessary data for further calculations, reports, and information.
   
4. Clears 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.
   
5. Cleans and maintains tools and other surveying equipment as instructed.
   
6. Utilizes personal computers and related applications to download and check survey information and maps; may include use of AutoCAD.
   
7. Drives a vehicle to work sites to perform survey work.
   
8. Performs related duties as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of: procedures and methods used in surveying work; the operation of equipment used in surveying; safe working practices; mathematics (including arithmetic, algebra, geometry, and trigonometry).
  
• Ability to: Communicate effectively both orally and in writing; relate effectively with a variety of people; and operate a vehicle.

Experience and Training Guidelines:

• Two years of experience as a member of a field survey party using electronic data collectors; or
  
• An Associate of Science degree in Civil Engineering Technology with a Certificate of Completion in Surveying; or
  
• An L.S.I.T. (Land Surveyor-in-Training) License issued by the California State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Surveyors.
  
• Note: this position may require travel to various work sites.

License:
Valid California driver license.

To Apply:
Submit your application online here by visiting http://www.jobaps.com/sf/sup/images/default.asp to see this and other available jobs with the City & County of San Francisco. The link for this job is http://www.jobaps.com/sf/sup/BulPreview.asp?R1=TEX&R2=5310&R3=055190. Please file immediately, as the posting will close on October 22, 2008.

Applicants are advised to keep a copy of their application papers for their own records, as these documents may be requested by hiring departments at a later date. Failure to submit the required documentations will result in disqualification. Applicants will be screened for relevant qualifying experience. Applicants will be screened for relevant qualifying experience. Those applicants most qualified will be offered interviews. Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee that the candidate will advance to the next stage of the hiring process. Reasonable accommodations under accommodations legislation will be made so that applicants with disabilities may participate in the application and/or selection process. Applicants requesting accommodations should do so by calling (415) 554-1670; TDD (415) 554-1672.

In compliance with the Immigration and Reform Act of 1986, all persons entering City and County employment will be required to prove their identity and authorization to work in the United States.

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All City and County of San Francisco employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the City requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.

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