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Assistant Survey Party Chief

Salary

$45,864.00 - $67,974.40 Annually

Location

Sioux City - 51106 - Woodbury County, IA

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

25-00794

Agency

645 Iowa Department of Transportation

Opening Date

10/02/2024

Closing Date

10/13/2024 11:59 PM Central

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Point of Contact

Shane Tymkowicz, Shane.Tymkowicz@iowadot.us

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Job Description

Our Mission

Iowa DOT’s Mission is Making Lives Better Through Transportation. To accomplish our Mission, the person selected for this position will demonstrate actions and behaviors guided by the Iowa DOT’s five CORE values: Safety First, People Matter, Customer Focused, Servant Leadership, and Integrity Without Exception.

The Team

The Iowa Department of Transportation's Highway Division is made up of more than 1,000 employees. These dedicated folks provide the support and services to maintain 114,000 lane miles of roadway with over 4,000 pieces of equipment located in more than 150 facilities statewide. District 3 includes 220 employees within a 19-county area of northwest Iowa. This position works as part of a survey team that includes assistant survey party chiefs, survey party chiefs and professional land surveyors.

Location: District 3 Office, Sioux City, Woodbury, Iowa

Shift: Full-Time (40 hours/week), Days, Monday through Thursday, 6:45 AM - 5:15 PM; Occasional travel overnight is possible.

What You’ll Do

• Obtain engineering, topographic and land survey information in the field needed to develop and construct highway improvement projects on the primary road and interstate systems.

• Perform construction survey to assist construction staff and contractors in the accurate completion of construction and maintenance projects.

• Collect data from plans, electronic files, and survey records to prepare for field work.

• Perform engineering, trigonometry, and survey calculations to accurately complete survey work.

• Operate survey instruments including level, total stations, GPS, and data collectors.

• Download field data and perform quality control checks to ensure accuracy of the data.

• Contacts landowners, utility companies and others to coordinate the collection of survey data.

• Generate corner certificates and plats using computer aided design (CAD) software.

Culture

• An environment where teamwork, customer service, and a positive attitude are valued.

• Personal growth and education are supported.

• Where people matter by showing respect, listening, and engaging in meaningful ways.

• A can-do attitude where we support trying new ideas.

• Accountability to one another and the public.

• A passion for stewardship of our transportation system and caring for the safety of our staff and the public.

Additional requirements:

• Must have experience using survey instruments including electronic total stations, global positioning equipment, survey levels, and understanding of feature and linking codes. Bentley MicroStation software is used.

What we offer YOU:

• Competitive pay and benefits package including health, dental, flexible spending, and life insurance

  • Insurance benefits start first of the month following 30 days of employment. 2024 health and dental insurance premiums can be found here (https://das.iowa.gov/media/3577/download?inline=) .

  • Opportunities for professional growth and development.

  • Paid time off effective immediately - biweekly vacation, separate sick leave, accruals rollover on a yearly basis, and 9 paid holidays per year.

  • Iowa Public Employee Retirement System (IPERS) Retirement Package with employer match

  • Optional 401A plan with employer contributions.

  • Employee Discount Programs from variety of vendors (vision, cellular, fitness, recreation, season passes, travel, counseling; legal, financial).

We encourage you to view more about the State of Iowa Employee benefits and costs at the State of Iowa Employee Benefits Website (https://das.iowa.gov/human-resources/employee-and-retiree-benefits/employees) !

You have the freedom to flourish – Apply now!

If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing any screening, interviewing, pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the selection process, please direct your request to the Affirmative Action & Equal Employment Opportunity (AA/EEO) Officer at: aa-eeo@iowadot.us

Reasonable accommodation such as: interpreter, translator, written materials, modified equipment / devices, ADA access, etc. This does not include scheduling needs.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Applicants must meet at least one of the following minimum requirements to qualify for positions in this job classification:

1) Three years of full-time work experience in engineering survey, which included the operation of survey instruments.

2) A total of three years of education and/or full-time experience (as described in number one), where thirty semester hours of accredited college or university course work in civil engineering, construction engineering, or photogrammetry equals one year of full-time experience.

3) Current, continuous experience in the state executive branch that includes one year of full-time work in survey, construction, maintenance, or design as a Highway Technician Associate, Highway Technician, Highway Technician Senior, Construction Technician Assistant, Construction Technician, or Construction Technician Senior.

For additional information, please click on thislink to view the job description. (https://das.iowa.gov/sites/default/files/hr/documents/class_and_pay/JobClassDescriptions/AssistantSurveyPartyChief-04325.pdf)

Additional Qualification Requirements

• All positions are required to have and maintain a minimum of a valid Class C Non-Commercial Operator's License.

• Prior to starting employment, all persons are required to have a post offer pre-employment physical verifying the physical ability to perform the duties described.

• Employees must be able to travel and may be required to stay away from home overnight during assignments

Why Choose the State of Iowa?

At the heart of our commitment to excellence is a dedication to our most valuable asset – our employees. Discover the outstanding benefits that set us apart as an employer of choice.

Our Robust Benefits Package Includes:

Competitive Compensation:

Enjoy a competitive salary that reflects directly on your skills and expertise.

Keep in mind, your wage is just one part of your total compensation. Unlock the complete value of your employment with the State of Iowa by using our user-friendlyTotal Compensation Calculator (https://das.iowa.gov/media/3773/download?inline) .Gain insights into your comprehensive annual compensation, including salary and State-provided benefits.

Health and Wellness:

Prioritize your well-being with our comprehensive health plans, including medical, dental, and vision coverage. Enjoy the peace of mind knowing that the State of Iowa covers 90% of the premiums, providing you and your loved ones with excellent coverage at a remarkably low cost.

Retirement Planning:

We are proud to offer the Iowa Public Employees Retirement System (IPERS). A defined benefit plan, IPERS benefits are guaranteed for life, meaning once you retire, you will receive the same monthly benefit for the remainder of your life (once vested). We invest in your long-term financial well-being, so you can retire with peace of mind.Click here to learn more about IPERS (https://ipers.org/members) .

Paid Time Off:

Life is unpredictable, and at the State of Iowa, we understand the importance of work-life balance. Our leave policies, including paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave with unlimited accrual, ensure you have the flexibility you need for personal and family matters.

Professional Development:

Elevate your career with continuous learning opportunities. We support your growth through training programs, workshops, and tuition reimbursement.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP):

We care about your well-being beyond the workplace. Access confidential counseling, resources, and support through our Employee Assistance Program.

Diversity and Inclusion:

Be part of a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces all backgrounds and perspectives. We believe diversity is a strength that drives innovation.

Join Us - Elevate Your Career:

Ready to elevate your career with the State of Iowa?Click here (https://iowa.attract.neogov.com/recruitment/p/benefits) to explore more about our unparalleled benefits and discover what makes us unique. Your success is our priority!

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Please read all questions and answers thoroughly and make sure you understand them completely.Ensure the answers to your questions match the information filled out on your application and the attachments you have uploaded. If the answers to your questions are inconsistent with your application information or uploaded attachments, you will be given zero points for the question.Knowingly misrepresenting the facts when submitting any information related to an application, examination, certification, appeal, or any other facet of the selection process will result in your disqualification from this application and future employment with the state of Iowa.

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Have you filed a registration statement pursuant to the federal Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended, 22 U.S.C. §611 et seq?

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  How many years do you have of full-time engineering survey experience which included the operation of survey instruments?

• No engineering survey experience which included the operation of survey instruments

• Less than one year of engineering survey experience which included the operation of survey instruments

• One year to less than three years of engineering survey experience which included the operation of survey instruments

• Three or more years of engineering survey experience which included the operation of survey instruments

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  How many years do you have of a combination of post high school education in Civil Engineering, construction engineering, or photogrammetry AND/OR full-time engineering survey experience which included the operation of survey instruments?

• I do not have post high school education AND /OR experience in the identified areas

• Less than one year of the combined education and experience in the identified areas

• One year to less than three years of the combined education and experience in the identified areas

• Three or more years of the combined education and experience in the identified areas

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  Are you a current State of Iowa employee (executive branch)? IF YES - How many months of full-time experience do you have in survey, construction, maintenance, or design as a Highway Technician Associate, Highway Technician, Highway Technician Senior, Construction Technician Assistant, Construction Technician, or Construction Technician Senior for the State of Iowa?

• I am not a State of Iowa employee

• No experience in the listed areas

• Less than 12 months of experience in the listed areas

• 12 or more months of experience in the listed areas

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Agency

State of Iowa

Agency

645 Iowa Department of Transportation

Address

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Ames, Iowa, 50010

Website

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