MANAGER - SURVEY
City of Long Beach City of Long Beach, California, United States
- Location: City of Long Beach, California, United States
- Categories: Administration and Management, GIS and Surveying
- Job Type: Full Time
- Posted: Aug 27, 2024
Job Description:
MANAGER - SURVEY
Description
DESCRIPTIONTHE PORT OF LONG BEACH IS SEEKING A MANAGER OF SURVEY
(This is an at-will position)
Salary Range: $140,000 - $185,000
ABOUT US
The Port of Long Beach, one of the world's busiest seaports, is an international gateway for the reliable, efficient, and sustainable movement of goods and is a leader in environmental stewardship. Credited with moving approximately $200 billion in trade, the Port serves as a critical hub for international commerce and is a major transportation center. East Asian trade accounts for the bulk of Long Beach shipments. Port-related international trade has a wide-ranging economic impact, supporting millions of jobs that benefit the region and the entire country.
THE TEAM
In the realm of terminal development and redevelopment, the Survey Division plays a pivotal role in providing critical insights into land use and configuration. By conducting comprehensive surveys, they capture the nuances of terrain, infrastructure, and environmental factors, empowering planners and developers to optimize spatial layouts and infrastructure designs. Whether it's identifying potential expansion areas or assessing the feasibility of new projects, their data-driven approach ensures that terminal development initiatives are executed with precision and foresight. T he division's support extends to ongoing terminal operations, where accurate documentation is essential for maintaining safety and efficiency, by continually updating their records and monitoring changes in the Port's landscape. They provide invaluable guidance to terminal operators, enabling them to navigate logistical challenges and optimize workflow processes. From berth allocation to cargo handling procedures, their insights facilitate smooth operations and minimize disruptions, enhancing overall productivity and customer satisfaction.
THE ROLE
Under the dynamic leadership of the Assistant Director and Director of Survey, the Manager of Survey takes on the role of the Professional Land Surveyor, leading cutting-edge survey operations across the Hydro/UAS, ROW/Geodesy, and Capital Projects sections. This role sets the gold standard for survey practices, drives excellence through rigorous training, and handles critical corrective actions and disciplinary measures. The Manager crafts essential work authorizations (WAs), scrutinizes invoices, and manages Survey budgets with precision. In addition, they offer vital technical support across various Port Divisions for a spectrum of projects—from planning and design to construction and environmental assessments. This position demands a deep, multifaceted understanding of Port operations, ensuring seamless project execution and optimal application of Port projects and programs.
CANDIDATE CONNECT (INFORMATION SESSION)
To learn more about this exciting career opportunity and the Port of Long Beach, please join our virtual inf ormation session on Thursday, September 12, 2024, @ 5:00 pm PDT via MS Teams. This is a unique opportunity to hear first-hand about the position, speak directly with hiring leaders, ask questions, and learn why the Port of Long Beach is your employer of choice! Candidates are not required to be on camera. To join audio only, call +1 323-451-1087, Phone Conference ID: 183 152 462# Click here to join the meeting .
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
HOW YOU GET TO CONTRIBUTE
- Establish staff work schedules; plan and allocate office space for staff
- Assist with preparing the division's annual personnel and non-personnel budgets
- Oversee resource planning and management; establish, adopt, enforce, and implement the organization's policies and procedures; advise the Director and Assistant Director on staffing and operational procedural issues.
- Work with the Director and Assistant Director to develop strategic plans to incorporate best management practices and technologies and evaluate the performance of the Division.
- Oversee one or more Survey Sections: Hydro/UAS, ROW/Geodesy, or Capital Projects.
- Direct assigned Survey Division staff in performing their daily responsibilities; interview and recommend employees for hire; train, coach, and mentor staff; evaluate employee performance, prepare annual performance reviews and provide coaching for performance improvement; take disciplinary action to address performance or other deficiencies.
- Direct and oversee multiple Survey requests for Capital Improvement Programs (CIPs), bathymetry mapping, and Right-of-Way (ROW) requests to ensure effective delivery by supervising Survey groups: reviews Survey CIP budgets; reviews and approves Survey Service Request (SSR), project scopes, budgets, project schedules, cost estimates and contract documents; provides reviews on submittals including reports, calculations, plans, specifications, and estimates; monitors project progress, contractor invoicing and payments, contract amendments and change orders; oversees public bidding processes.
- Oversee the administration of consultant contracts: Review Request for Statements of Qualifications (RSOQs) to hire consultants to complete assigned projects; review statements of qualification; prepare a short-list of most qualified firms; conduct interviews of the short-listed consultants as part of a panel and chooses consultants; negotiates fees; administers consultant contracts; initiates and reviews consultant contract amendments; reviews and validates consultant invoices; controls scope, schedule, cost, and terms.
- Implement Survey services and Survey management policies, procedures, and training for the Engineering Bureau to increase project management effectiveness and continuously improve project delivery.
- Oversee the implementation of the QA Program, in accordance with Survey policies for all project deliverables of the Engineering Bureau and Divisions outside of the Engineering Bureau.
- Collaborate regularly with internal Port divisions, Port tenants, and outside agencies during the investigation, planning, design, and construction of projects and programs.
- Maintain positive relationships with Port tenants, consultants, contractors, City staff, and outside agencies.
- Perform other duties as assigned
REQUIREMENTS TO FILE
EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE:
- Licensed Land Surveyor authorized to practice land surveying in the State of California, per California Business and Professions Code Section 8726, or a qualified civil engineer licensed before 1982 and has a license number under RCE 33965 (Proof required)
- Five or more years of qualifying and licensed land surveying experience, including two years as a survey supervisor or survey manager is required
TECHNICAL SKILLS NEEDED:
- Experience in boundary analysis, geodesy, hydrographic surveys, unmanned aerial systems surveys, and/or construction staking is required
- Knowledge of land surveying and construction practices related to Port infrastructure and municipal public work projects is required
- Knowledge of the principles, practices, techniques, and common materials and equipment used in the survey, design, construction, and maintenance of various engineering projects is required
- Knowledge of land surveying mathematics, components of construction plans, and specifications is required
- Experience reviewing construction plans for staking purposes
- Experience with Trimble Business Center software or similar software for survey data processing
- Experience with survey total stations, data collectors, GPS rovers, scanners, and survey software
- Experience with Civil3D and/or Microstation CAD software
DESIRABLE:
- A strong knowledge of right-of-way processes is highly desired
- A Master’s Degree in a related field from an accredited college is desirable
- Possession of a Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is desirable
- Experience with Unifier and Munis is highly desired
- Prior Port or City experience is desired
You must be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with various employees, vendor representatives, officials, and Port management.
If you require accommodation because of a disability in order to participate in any phase of the application/selection process, please contact (562) 283-7500 or email Careers@polb.com .
SELECTION PROCEDURE
The final filing date for this recruitment is Monday, September 23, 2024 @ 4:30 pm PDT.
To be considered for this opportunity, please submit a cover letter, resume, and a scanned copy of your land surveyor license with your application in PDF format. Incomplete applications (without a cover letter and resume) will not be considered.
Individuals who are most qualified for the position will be invited to participate in the selection process, which may include a work-related assessment to further evaluate candidate qualifications. First and second-round panel interviews are scheduled for Thursday, October 03, 2024 (virtual) and Wednesday, October 09, 2024 (in-person). Candidates should ensure availability on both dates. The successful candidate will be appointed shortly thereafter. References will be completed for finalist candidates; an employment offer is contingent on conducting a comprehensive background check.
The Port reserves the right to extend the closing date without notice in order to accept additional applications. Those individuals determined to be most qualified for the position will be invited to participate in the selection process.
THE BENEFITS:
An attractive package of executive-level benefits is included with the opportunity to work in one of the most diverse and dynamic areas of the United States:
- Auto Allowance - $550.00 per month
- Executive Leave - 40 hours per year.
- Retirement - CalPERS 2% @ 62, coordinated with social security. Current member contribution is 8.00% for CalPERS, and 6.2% for social security, paid by the employee.
- Pay for Performance - Pay for Performance is awarded based on employee performance as demonstrated through achievement of individual goals, demonstration of required competencies, and available budget funds.
- Deferred Compensation - The City matches a percentage of base salary for qualified members contributing to the 457(b) plan.
- Group Health Insurance - Medical and dental options (HMO and PPO). Free vision coverage.
- Life Insurance - City-paid life insurance policy of $20,000 plus executive insurance benefit equal to three times annual salary up to a maximum of $500,000.
- Disability Insurance - City-paid short- and long-term disability insurance.
- Vacation - Vacation is accrued at the equivalent of two weeks on an annual basis. Vacation can be used after six months of service. An employee’s vacation accrual may be adjusted upon hire to provide credit for previous full-time employment at a public service agency. Credit for public service shall only be given for completed years of service as a full-time permanent employee. Public Service credit shall not apply to any other benefits.
- Sick Leave - Accrued at 8 hours per month. Accruals may be converted upon retirement to cash credit toward health and /or dental insurance premiums or retirement service credits.
- Paid Parental Leave - After six (6) months of City employment, the City pays up to 30 consecutive days (160 hours) for eligible employees to take paid time to bond with the child upon birth, adoption, or foster placement of a child, up to the age of 17.
- Holidays - 11 scheduled holidays per calendar year and four (4) personal holidays.
- Education Reimbursement - Tuition reimbursement allows employees to obtain additional education or training.
- Annual Physical - Eligible to receive an annual physical examination at the city's expense through the city-provided program.
- Public Student Loan Forgiveness - As the Harbor Department of the City of Long Beach, a governmental agency, the Port of Long Beach is a qualifying employer for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
- 529 college savings plan - The ScholarShare529 plan is an account that allows employees to invest specifically for future education expenses through the Long Beach City Employees Federal Credit Union. Funds can be used from your 529 savings plan to send your grandkids, kids, or even yourself to any accredited public or private U.S. college or university - or two-year technical or vocational institution.
The Port of Long Beach is an Equal Opportunity Employer
We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
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The City of Long Beach offers its employees opportunities to grow personally and professionally.As a permanent employee, you are eligible to receive fringe benefits that include:
Retirement:California Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS) defined benefit retirement plan, which is coordinated with Social Security. The benefit is 2.5% or 2.7% (depending on hire date) @55 for "Classic" members and 2% @62 for new members as defined by PEPRA, subject to the compensation limitations set by PERS. Both the City and the employee contributes toward CalPERS retirement contributions. The city also participates in Social Security.
Health and Dental Insurance:The City offers the choice of HMO and PPO plans. The city pays major portion of the premium for employee and dependents depending on the health/ dental plan selected.
Life Insurance:City-paid term life insurance policy equal to three (3) times annual salary to a maximum of $500,000.
Disability Insurance:City-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance.
Management Physical:Annual City-paid physical examination.
Vacation:Twelve (12) vacation days after the first year of service; 15 days after four years, six months of service; 20 days after 19 years, six months of service.
Executive Leave:Forty (40) hours Executive Leave per year. The City Manager has discretion to grant an additional 40 hours each year.
Sick Leave: One day earned per month; unlimited accumulation; conversion upon retirement to cash credit toward health and/or dental insurance premiums, or to pension credits.
Holidays:Eleven (11) designated holidays per year, plus four personal holidays to be used at the employee's discretion.
Transportation Allowance:Monthly allowance is allocated by classifications below;
- Department Head $650.00
- Deputy Director/Manager/Director (Harbor/Utilities) $550.00
- Division Officer/Superintendent/ Chief of Staff / Administrator / Principal DCA $450.00
- Assistant to Executive / Executive Assistant / Executive Secretary/ Executive Support Staff $300.00
- Classic CalPERS Members: The City will contribute a maximum of up to two percent (2%) of base salary* for all qualified Classic CalPERS members.
- Public Employees’ Pension Reform Act (PEPRA) CalPERS Members: Effective the second full pay period following City Council adoption, the City contribution will increase from two percent (2%) to three percent (3%) of base salary* for all qualified PEPRA CalPERS members.
Flexible/Hybrid Work Schedule:Available (subject to City Manager approval).
Paid Parental Leave: The City provides one hundred and sixty (160) hours of Paid Parental Leave at 100% of salary, for the birth, adoption or foster placement of a child, regardless of the gender, marital status or sexual orientation of the parent.
Closing Date/Time: 9/23/2024 4:30 PM Pacific