Texas General Land Office
GLO - Manager VII (Assistant Chief Surveyor)
Texas General Land Office, Austin, Texas, us, 78716
GLO - Manager VII (Assistant Chief Surveyor)
The Texas General Land Office is seeking a Manager VII (Assistant Chief Surveyor) within the Surveying Department of the agency.
Our Mission The Texas General Land Office primarily serves the schoolchildren, veterans, and the environment of Texas. The agency does so by preserving our history, maximizing state revenue through innovative administration, and through the prudent stewardship of state lands and natural resources.
Contributions
Manages, oversees, and supervises the daily business activities, duties, functions, and operations of the Uplands Support Team and the Coastal & VLB Support Team within GLO Surveying Services. Manages, supervises, and coordinates with professional staff (Registered Professional Land Surveyors and Licensed State Land Surveyors) on complex land surveying issues, projects, and assignments. Evaluates and implements the business functions and needs of the program area and makes necessary adjustments as needed. Manages multiple business functions, provides oversight to associated staff, and oversees the allocation of resources to achieve timely and effective responses, outcomes, and goals.
Manages, oversees, and implements the establishment of program area goals and objectives; develops, assigns, and approves staff schedules, priorities, and standards for achieving goals; and, manages and monitors employee performance evaluation activities. Serves as the backup to the Deputy Director (Chief Surveyor) during his absence on all agency and surveying related matters/issues. Provides technical surveying assistance and support to other GLO departments on surveying related matters. Monitors compliance with agency policies and procedures, and provides input to develop, improve, and adopt new policies and procedures.
Manages and oversees the compilation and preparation of management reports, technical reports, productivity reports, field reports, and studies associated with the Texas Coastal Ocean Observation Network (TCOON) and the various TCOON stakeholders including other State and Federal agencies. Serves as the primary point-of-contact or representative for GLO Surveying Services in the TCOON Tide Gauge Program and GLO Coastal Resources. Manages, oversees, and supervises the tide gauge leveling field operations for the GLO in the TCOON Tide Gauge Leveling Program as the lead surveyor.
Manages, oversees, and monitors special investigations, program analyses, research studies, and provides technical support. Manages and oversees the technical surveying process relating to the approval of Coastal Boundary Surveys (CBS) in accordance with Texas Natural Resources Code 33.136 statutory requirements. Represents GLO Surveying Services as a technical subject matter expert as needed on CBS matters/issues and coordinates with private land surveyors regarding CBS for submittal to the GLO for official filing.
Manages and oversees staff development plans and activities, and assigns internal and external customer projects to Surveying Services staff. Provides mentoring, training, and guidance to junior level staff to enhance and advance their technical surveying knowledge, skills, and abilities and the institutional knowledge of the GLO and its operations. Established goals and objectives for professional staff development and manages their development and progress. Plans, assigns, monitors, oversees, and supervises the work of others and makes the necessary adjustments to staff scheduling as needed.
Manages and oversees the development and evaluation of business functions, division, and department requests; monitors, develops, and evaluates budget requests and expenditures, and the purchasing of goods and services; and, makes adjustments and recommendations to the Deputy Director and executive leadership, as requested. Manages, oversees, and complies with internal agency audits, special projects, and investigations. Compiles and prepares management and productivity reports for evaluation by upper management to ensure positive efficiency, effectiveness, and productivity. Monitors and analyzes current and proposed state and federal legislation and oversees the implementation of changes resulting from new legislation for Surveying Services.
Qualifications Minimum Qualifications:
Must have a Bachelors Degree in a related field associated with land surveying/mapping studies.
Ten years of responsible charge experience in the field of boundary land surveying may be substituted in lieu of Bachelors Degree.
Must be a Registered Professional Land Surveyor (RPLS), Licensed State Land Surveyor (LSLS), and have 10 years of managerial and/or supervisory experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
10 years of experience as a RPLS.
5 years experience as a LSLS.
Experience in conducting and filing Coastal Boundary Surveys with the GLO in accordance with Texas Natural Resources Code 33.136.
Physical Requirements This position requires the employee to primarily perform sedentary office work; however, mobility (moving around the worksite) is routinely required to carry out some duties. This position requires extensive computer, telephone and client/ customer contact and communication. It requires the ability to move and position oneself as needed for filing and similar routine office duties. The job also requires normal cognitive abilities requiring the ability to learn, recall, and apply certain practices and policies. It requires the stamina to maintain attention to detail despite interruptions. Ability to read printed materials and computer screens. The individual must be able to move and transport records, documents, boxes, and all related information and materials, weighing up to 20 pounds when required.
Compensation And Benefits
Free Parking
Defined Retirement Benefit Plan Optional 401(k) and 457 accounts
Medical Insurance - State pays 100% of the health plan premium for eligible full-time employees and 50% of the premium for their eligible dependents. The State pays 50% of the eligible part-time employees’ premium and 25% for eligible dependents.
Optional Benefits such as dental, vision, and life insurance.
Minimum of 96+ Hours of Annual Leave a year. Annual leave increases with length of service.
Professional Development Opportunities: The GLO offers numerous courses to help our employees grow using resources through LinkedIn Learning and our EAP provider.
Veterans Use your military skills to qualify for this position or other jobs! Go to www.texasskillstowork.com to translate your military work experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications and skill sets. Also, you can compare this position to military occupations (MOS) at the Texas State Auditor's Office by pasting this link into your browser: Military Crosswalk for Occupational Category - Program Management.
How To Apply
To be considered, please complete a State of Texas Application for Employment and apply online at www.workintexas.com or in the CAPPS Career Section.
You may apply for the job directly through the CAPPS Career Section. It is not necessary to apply both through Work in Texas and the CAPPS Career Section.
Applications must be fully completed with a detailed job history, including job title, employment dates, employer name, supervisor's name and phone number, and a summary of responsibilities. Incomplete applications may lead to disqualification. Please be aware that resumes will not be accepted in place of a completed application.
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.
A position utilizing this classification will be designated as security sensitive according to the Texas Labor Code, Section 301.042.
Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa.
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Our Mission The Texas General Land Office primarily serves the schoolchildren, veterans, and the environment of Texas. The agency does so by preserving our history, maximizing state revenue through innovative administration, and through the prudent stewardship of state lands and natural resources.
Contributions
Manages, oversees, and supervises the daily business activities, duties, functions, and operations of the Uplands Support Team and the Coastal & VLB Support Team within GLO Surveying Services. Manages, supervises, and coordinates with professional staff (Registered Professional Land Surveyors and Licensed State Land Surveyors) on complex land surveying issues, projects, and assignments. Evaluates and implements the business functions and needs of the program area and makes necessary adjustments as needed. Manages multiple business functions, provides oversight to associated staff, and oversees the allocation of resources to achieve timely and effective responses, outcomes, and goals.
Manages, oversees, and implements the establishment of program area goals and objectives; develops, assigns, and approves staff schedules, priorities, and standards for achieving goals; and, manages and monitors employee performance evaluation activities. Serves as the backup to the Deputy Director (Chief Surveyor) during his absence on all agency and surveying related matters/issues. Provides technical surveying assistance and support to other GLO departments on surveying related matters. Monitors compliance with agency policies and procedures, and provides input to develop, improve, and adopt new policies and procedures.
Manages and oversees the compilation and preparation of management reports, technical reports, productivity reports, field reports, and studies associated with the Texas Coastal Ocean Observation Network (TCOON) and the various TCOON stakeholders including other State and Federal agencies. Serves as the primary point-of-contact or representative for GLO Surveying Services in the TCOON Tide Gauge Program and GLO Coastal Resources. Manages, oversees, and supervises the tide gauge leveling field operations for the GLO in the TCOON Tide Gauge Leveling Program as the lead surveyor.
Manages, oversees, and monitors special investigations, program analyses, research studies, and provides technical support. Manages and oversees the technical surveying process relating to the approval of Coastal Boundary Surveys (CBS) in accordance with Texas Natural Resources Code 33.136 statutory requirements. Represents GLO Surveying Services as a technical subject matter expert as needed on CBS matters/issues and coordinates with private land surveyors regarding CBS for submittal to the GLO for official filing.
Manages and oversees staff development plans and activities, and assigns internal and external customer projects to Surveying Services staff. Provides mentoring, training, and guidance to junior level staff to enhance and advance their technical surveying knowledge, skills, and abilities and the institutional knowledge of the GLO and its operations. Established goals and objectives for professional staff development and manages their development and progress. Plans, assigns, monitors, oversees, and supervises the work of others and makes the necessary adjustments to staff scheduling as needed.
Manages and oversees the development and evaluation of business functions, division, and department requests; monitors, develops, and evaluates budget requests and expenditures, and the purchasing of goods and services; and, makes adjustments and recommendations to the Deputy Director and executive leadership, as requested. Manages, oversees, and complies with internal agency audits, special projects, and investigations. Compiles and prepares management and productivity reports for evaluation by upper management to ensure positive efficiency, effectiveness, and productivity. Monitors and analyzes current and proposed state and federal legislation and oversees the implementation of changes resulting from new legislation for Surveying Services.
Qualifications Minimum Qualifications:
Must have a Bachelors Degree in a related field associated with land surveying/mapping studies.
Ten years of responsible charge experience in the field of boundary land surveying may be substituted in lieu of Bachelors Degree.
Must be a Registered Professional Land Surveyor (RPLS), Licensed State Land Surveyor (LSLS), and have 10 years of managerial and/or supervisory experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
10 years of experience as a RPLS.
5 years experience as a LSLS.
Experience in conducting and filing Coastal Boundary Surveys with the GLO in accordance with Texas Natural Resources Code 33.136.
Physical Requirements This position requires the employee to primarily perform sedentary office work; however, mobility (moving around the worksite) is routinely required to carry out some duties. This position requires extensive computer, telephone and client/ customer contact and communication. It requires the ability to move and position oneself as needed for filing and similar routine office duties. The job also requires normal cognitive abilities requiring the ability to learn, recall, and apply certain practices and policies. It requires the stamina to maintain attention to detail despite interruptions. Ability to read printed materials and computer screens. The individual must be able to move and transport records, documents, boxes, and all related information and materials, weighing up to 20 pounds when required.
Compensation And Benefits
Free Parking
Defined Retirement Benefit Plan Optional 401(k) and 457 accounts
Medical Insurance - State pays 100% of the health plan premium for eligible full-time employees and 50% of the premium for their eligible dependents. The State pays 50% of the eligible part-time employees’ premium and 25% for eligible dependents.
Optional Benefits such as dental, vision, and life insurance.
Minimum of 96+ Hours of Annual Leave a year. Annual leave increases with length of service.
Professional Development Opportunities: The GLO offers numerous courses to help our employees grow using resources through LinkedIn Learning and our EAP provider.
Veterans Use your military skills to qualify for this position or other jobs! Go to www.texasskillstowork.com to translate your military work experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications and skill sets. Also, you can compare this position to military occupations (MOS) at the Texas State Auditor's Office by pasting this link into your browser: Military Crosswalk for Occupational Category - Program Management.
How To Apply
To be considered, please complete a State of Texas Application for Employment and apply online at www.workintexas.com or in the CAPPS Career Section.
You may apply for the job directly through the CAPPS Career Section. It is not necessary to apply both through Work in Texas and the CAPPS Career Section.
Applications must be fully completed with a detailed job history, including job title, employment dates, employer name, supervisor's name and phone number, and a summary of responsibilities. Incomplete applications may lead to disqualification. Please be aware that resumes will not be accepted in place of a completed application.
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.
A position utilizing this classification will be designated as security sensitive according to the Texas Labor Code, Section 301.042.
Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa.
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