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Agency

Safety

Division

70000075 Dept of Public Safety

Job Classification Title

Engineering Technician II (S)

Position Number

60032402

Grade

NC09

About Us

The Department of Public Safety's mission is to safeguard and preserve the lives and property of the people of North Carolina through preparation, prevention, and protection with integrity and honor. Our agency houses many public safety divisions, including Emergency Management, Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention, Alcohol Law Enforcement, Samarcand Training Academy, and the North Carolina National Guard. Join us along with our more than 3,000 employees and 12,000 National Guard members in providing exceptional public safety services to the citizens of North Carolina.

Description of Work

About the Position:
The Survey Crew Technician will require utilizing conventional survey methods and Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) receivers recording signals from navigational satellites. This position will perform a wide variety of complex assignments in analyzing, computing, editing, processing of geodetic survey field data. Work includes reviewing completed field data performed by other members of the survey team to insure completeness and accuracy. Work involves a fairly wide range of independent decision making and use of judgment in the field and geodetic survey activities. Employee receives project assignments from higher level technicians. Position will be responsible for performing field operations in a safe manner and utilize traffic control when working on or near a roadway.
The Survey Crew Technician will perform all aspects of geodetic surveying including public trust lands research, countyand state boundary surveys, research, and analysis and processing of survey data. Work functions may include:
* the installing antenna mounts on designated structures along with the GPS receivers and accompanying hardware
* performs maintenance of the Continuously Operating Reference Station (CORS)
* visiting the CORS sites to assist in troubleshooting when problems arise and assist with system upgrades
* assisting crew members in digging holes, carrying concrete bags from truck to monument site, and/or hand mixingand pouring concrete
* setting disks to establish new monuments
The Survey Crew Technician will also be responsible for wearing and maintaining required personal protective wear, maintaining and performing daily safety inspections of vehicles, recording findings in vehicle logs and/or safetyreports. The selected candidate will assist with the monument recovery process including but not limited to performing the following duties:
* drawing visibility diagrams
* taking photos of recovered monuments
* data entry into Windesc Program
* measuring new references for monument descriptions
* maintaining survey equipment and making necessary adjustments
About NC Emergency Management:
The mission of North Carolina Emergency Management (NCEM) is to enhanceNorth Carolina's resiliency through active collaboration,
communication, and coordination of efficient and effective preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation of all natural and man-made hazards and threats. It is part of the NCDepartment of Public Safety (NC DPS).
About the Hazard Mitigation:
The primary mission of the Hazard Mitigation Section is to manage and implement efficient and effective disasterrecovery programs as authorized under NC General Statute 166A and other relevant legislation.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Recruitment Range: $41,206 - $72,113

**Please note that this posting will close at 11:59pm on 06/21/2026.**

This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) with State Benefits, including paid vacation, paid sick leave, paid holidays, retirement, and health insurance. To view an example of total compensation, please click here NC OSHR: Total Compensation Calculator.

We value our employees and are committed to providing flexibility in work schedules. This position qualifies for teleworking on a part-time basis as part of the State Telework Program.

DPS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. The Minimum Education and Experience (E&E) is REQUIRED to qualify for this position. Management Preferences, including Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs), are not required but may be used to determine the pool of most qualified applicants. Managers may also choose to interview/select applicants who demonstrate Management Preferences.

All work history and education (including accurate dates of employment/attendance) must be documented on the application. Transcripts may be attached to supplement education and work experience may include internships, volunteerism, and full and part-time work. Supplemental Questions are also a required part of the application: answers must reference education or work experience listed on the application. A complete, all-inclusive application maximizes an applicant's potential to qualify for the position, as well as receive the highest possible salary if selected for the position. Salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations for the advertised position. Click here for more information and application resources.

Resumes may be attached as a supplement to the application but are not a substitute for a complete application.

Management Preferences:

Experience with geodetic and/or boundary surveys

Experience using Global Navigation Satellite System to perform geodetic and/or boundary surveys

Experience mixing and pouring concrete, digging holes, and installing antenna mounts

Supplemental Information

The North Carolina Department of Public Safety (DPS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer who embraces an Employment First philosophy which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws and Executive Orders. Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) we are committed to full inclusion of qualified applicants and will review requests for reasonable accommodation to perform essential job functions during the hiring process or while on the job.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program For applicants with student loans, becoming a state employee may include eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Visit www.studentaid.gov to learn more.

Transcripts

Attaching transcripts is optional; however, we recommend applicants attach unofficial transcripts to assist in providing credit for education including in substituting education gained for experience. Additionally, qualifying for some positions may require validating hours of coursework in a specific field of study and transcripts are crucial to awarding credit. Degrees and transcripts must be achieved from an appropriately accredited college or university.

Applicants who earned college credit hours but did not complete a degree program must attach an unofficial transcript to receive credit for education. International degrees and transcripts must be evaluated for accreditation by a recognized evaluation service by the closing date of this posting. Failure to provide documentation may result in ineligibility. The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) has several options to provide credential verification: https://www.naces.org/members.

Military Experience

Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-214 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty that includes Character of Discharge - Member 4 or Service 2 form) to the application.

Applicants seeking National Guard Preference: A current member of the North Carolina National Guard in good standing must attach a NGB 23A (RPAS). A former member of the North Carolina National Guard who served for at least 6 years and was discharged under honorable conditions must attach either a DD256 or NGB 22.

The NC Dept. of Public Safety must adhere to the US Dept. of Justice Final Rule on the "National Standards to Prevent, Detect, and Respond to Prison Rape." PREA Hiring and Promotion Prohibitions Selected applicants for positions which are subject to PREA will undergo a PREA specific background check. Our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated, or justice involved, and we invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for which they may be qualified. Due to the nature of work performed in our agency, prior convictions and/or charges may prohibit employment for positions which are subject to PREA or other position-specific background checks.

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application. Please log in to your Workday account to check the status of your application. If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted by the hiring manager. If you are no longer under consideration, you will receive an email notification when the position is filled. If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status, please contact ncemhr at ncemhr@ncdps.gov.

For basic information regarding employment with North Carolina State Government, contact our office at984-236-0800.

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an "equivalent combination of education and experience." If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Associate's degree in an applicable area of Engineering Technology, Survey Technology or a related curriculum from an appropriately accredited institution and two (2) years of progressive technician level experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

Recruiter:

Ashley Minnick

Recruiter Email:

ASHLEY.MINNICK@NCDPS.GOVWatch This Video for Tips on Applying in Workday: