NYS Office of General Services

Land Surveyor Technician 1 (NY HELPS) - VID 191811

ALBANY, NYPosted a month ago

Job summary

  • Job post source

    This job is directly from NYS Office of General Services

  • Job overview

    The Land Surveyor Technician 1 role involves conducting field surveys and reviewing survey data to determine State property boundaries, supporting land management and acquisition efforts.

  • Responsibilities and impact

    The technician will conduct field surveys, review hydrographic and engineering surveys, inspect private surveyors' work, create maps, research titles, maintain records, prepare contracts, and perform property boundary surveys.

  • Experience and skills

    Candidates need two years of land surveying experience or an associate degree in a related field as a substitute; knowledge of surveying principles and record research is essential.

  • Career development

    Employees hired via NY HELPS start on a non-competitive basis with a probationary period and are expected to convert to competitive status within a year, allowing participation in promotion exams.

  • Work environment and culture

    The Office of General Services values workforce diversity and equal opportunity, fostering an inclusive environment.

  • Company information

    The NYS Office of General Services manages state property and supports state operations, emphasizing equal employment opportunity and diversity.

  • Application process

    Applicants must be reachable on the eligible list or current NY State employees with qualifying service; no exam is required for NY HELPS appointment.

  • Unique job features

    The position is part of the NY HELPS program, allowing direct permanent appointment without examination and future conversion to competitive status.

Company overview

The New York State Office of General Services (OGS) provides essential support services for the operations of state government, including real estate management, procurement, and information technology. They generate revenue through the management and leasing of state-owned properties, as well as through contracts and procurement services for various state agencies. Established in 1960, OGS has a rich history of facilitating efficient government operations and ensuring the effective use of state resources.

How to land this job

  • Tailor your resume to highlight your experience in conducting field surveys, reviewing hydrographic and topographic data, and performing property boundary surveys, as these are key duties for the Land Surveyor Technician 1 role at NYS Office of General Services.

  • Emphasize your skills in map creation, title and record searching, and your familiarity with survey principles and practices relevant to State property boundaries, since these are critical to the job description.

  • Apply through multiple platforms including the NYS Office of General Services official career site and LinkedIn to maximize your application visibility for this position.

  • Connect with current employees or team members in the surveying or land management division at NYS Office of General Services on LinkedIn; use ice breakers such as asking about their experience working on State property surveys or inquiring about the transition from NY HELPS to competitive status.

  • Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'field surveys,' 'property boundary surveys,' 'hydrographic surveys,' 'record research,' and 'map creation' to ensure your resume passes initial screenings.

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