Survey Specialist I, II or III - (2502202)
Position Information
TxDOT is looking for a Survey Specailist I, II or III in our Transportation Planning & Development (TP&D) Section at the Paris District Headquarters. We need a Survey Specialist to join our team and that can meet the needs of a District that offers unique challenges and opportunities to contribute in developing the State’s transportation infrastructure. If you are a motivated leader looking for a professional and stable career along with serving the public sector, we encourage you to join out TxDOT family and apply today!
This job opening is for one Survey Specailist I, II or III depending on business need and applicant’s qualifications and experience. Qualification and experience will determine the applicant’s position and pay. The Texas Department of Transportation reserves the sole right in determining the level of position based on the applicant’s work experience, education, skill level and all other appropriate factors, and based on business needs.
Survey Specialist I – B18 | $45,521 - $71,055 yearly
Survey Specialist II – B19 | $48,244 - $76,028 yearly
Survey Specialist III – B20 | $51,158 - $81,351 yearly
Minimum Salary: 45,521.00 Maximum Salary: 81,351.00
Pay Basis: Yearly FLSA Status: Nonexempt
Work Locations: Paris District Headquarters 1365 N MAIN ST Paris 75460
Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time
Shift: Day Job Shift Details: Monday - Friday | 8AM to 5PM | 40 Hrs
Location Flexibility: Onsite
Benefits and Perks

At TxDOT, we value work-life balance and are committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive range of benefits and programs, including:

• Retirement Plans
• Alternative and/or Flexible Work Schedules
• Paid Leave and Holidays
• Health Premiums paid at 100% for Full-Time Employees
• On-the-Job Training
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Holistic Wellness Program with Leave Incentives
• Career Development and Advancement Opportunities
• Family-Friendly Policies and Programs

In 2024, TxDOT was recognized as a Best Place for Working Parents, and many of our offices statewide are also designated as Texas Mother-Friendly Worksites. These recognitions reflect our dedication to supporting families and promoting a healthy work-life balance.
For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our website at: Total Compensation Package
To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit: Benefits at a Glance (ERS.texas.gov)
Position Description
Provides technical expertise and advice on surveying projects and/or performs specialized surveying work under the supervision of a Registered Professional Land Surveyor or licensed Professional Engineer. Work usually requires contact with governmental and private entities. Employees at this level perform work independently on assignments; however, all unusual issues are referred to the supervisor.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: High School Grad or Equivalent in general education.
Experience:
Survey Specialist I: 1 year surveying, drafting, cartography, mathematics, geography, GIS, construction, or engineering related experience.
Survey Specialist II: 2 year surveying, drafting, cartography, mathematics, geography, GIS, construction, or engineering related experience.
Survey Specialist III: 3 year surveying, drafting, cartography, mathematics, geography, GIS, construction, or engineering related experience.

(Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent).

• Certification as Surveyor in Training (SIT) by the State of Texas may substitute for experience.
• Related college education or relevant technical training may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications

Licenses and Certifications: Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions
• Medium work: Lift up to 50 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 25 lbs
• Balancing-walking, standing, crouching on various surfaces without falling
• Kneeling-bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee(s)
• Crouching-bending body downward and forward by bending leg(s) and spine
• Reaching-extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction
• Talking-expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken words

Survey Specialist I:

• Coordinates, schedules, and/or conducts technical geodetic and satellite survey which require the use of special high-accuracy technique for mapping projects and engineering related functions.
• Ensures safety equipment and traffic control devices are set up correctly.
• Maintains complex electronic equipment
• Monitors and reviews work performance of contracted survey work.
• Obtains, processes, and analyzes raw field survey date collected from electronic survey equipment and/or GPS.
• Performs preliminary site reconnaissance to decide project layout.
• Reads and interprets survey maps and construction plans.
• Secure maps, plans and other information for survey projects
• Takes filed notes, verifies accuracy of field notes, performs necessary calculations, uses software programs to determine coordinates, draws plots and documents work in the field diary.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Survey Specialist II

In addition to the above

• Coordinates and schedules work for photogrammetry and aerial mapping surveys
• Meets with property owners and utility companies to brief them on procedures when surveying near or on their property
• Prepares presentation using drafting, design and presentation software programs
• Reviews survey job assignments, coordinates with other sections or district/contracted survey parties and monitors survey projects to ensure compliance with project specifications.
• Schedules survey parties to check previous survey work
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned

Survey Specialist III

In addition to the above

• Performs audits and quality control/quality assurance of projects
• Trains and instructs other survey personnel
• Provides guidance to contracted survey parties and monitors operations
• Coordinates with and assists other sections as requested
• Serves as a project leader and reviews survey job assignments, coordinates information with district/contracted survey parties and monitors survey projects to ensure compliance with project specifications.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.