Chief Surveyor - Design & Construction - SFO (5216) - 145105

City and County of San Francisco
San Francisco, CAPosted 7 April 2026

Job Description

Under general direction, manages a section or division by planning, assigning, directing, and reviewing the work of a group of technical and professional personnel engaged in land survey activities or the processing of map applications and the monument preservation and maintenance program. You are excited about this position because you will: Manages a section or division by planning, assigning, monitoring, and evaluating the work of subordinates.  Reviews surveying or map requirements and resolves problems as needed.  Examines areas to be surveyed and assigns the appropriate survey party.  Checks field survey or map work in progress and directs subordinates when necessary.  Performs surveying or map processing operations when necessary to assist staff in difficult situations. Collects and reviews survey notes or map applications for completeness and accuracy. Supervises the maintenance of official records, maps, and survey reports and the preparation of related reports. Develops, interprets, and coordinates surveying and map processing policy and methods for the department. Processes and checks subdivision map applications, plans, and survey records prepared by licensed land surveyors for technical and record information accuracy with respect to the California Subdivision Map Act and the San Francisco Subdivision Writes and checks boundary legal descriptions and performs other professional duties which require a licensed land surveyor.  Manages horizontal and vertical control systems which may include use of Global Positioning System (GPS) monumentation/documentation program. Implements and maintains Geographic Information System (GIS) base map system. Updates codes and regulations and reviews proposed bills and budget, cost, and fee assessments.  Makes regular contacts with the general public, other departments, contractors, private surveyors, and outside organizations relative to municipal mapping and survey. Performs related duties and responsibilities as assigned. Four (4) years of experience supervising survey parties. Possession of a valid California Professional Land Surveyor License, or a valid California Civil Engineer License (issued in 1981 or before). Possession of a valid California driver license (at least Class C). Desirable Qualifications: Ability to communicate with public, management, clients and other governmental and private agencies. Experience with managing, prioritizing, assigning, and coordinating the activities of survey staff. Familiarity with modern surveying equipment with GPS functionality and computing software. Experience with easements and legal descriptions. Applicants will receive a confirmation email from  notification@careers.sf.gov  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. Verification of Education and Experience 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  How to Verify Education Requirements | Department of Human Resources . 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 ... (truncated, view full listing at source)
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