DIRECTOR - SURVEY

Director Of Survey

The Port of Long Beach is seeking a Director of Survey. This is an at-will position with a salary range of $192,025.495 - $268,836.528. The position is located in Long Beach, CA.
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 $300 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: The Survey Division, one of the six unique divisions of the Engineering Bureau, provides support for terminal development, redevelopment, operations, as well as ship navigation, by documenting the use and configuration of the Port's above water and submerged lands and existing features.
The Role: Under the direction of the Senior Director of the Engineering Bureau, the Director of the Survey Division directs and oversees all surveying operations for the Harbor Department. This role directs preliminary, property, topographic, geodetic, and hydrographic surveys in accordance with the State Land Surveyors Act, ensuring the accurate data and professional expertise needed to guide major projects and strategic decision-making across the Harbor.
Candidate Connect (Information Session): To learn more about this exciting career opportunity and the Port of Long Beach, please join our virtual information session on Tuesday, July 28, 2026, @ 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: 474 022 329 # Click here to join the meeting.
Examples of Duties: Provide leadership and direction for the Survey Division, which provides survey services to Port divisions, tenants, governmental agencies, contractors, and utility companies in a wide variety of large survey projects, including preliminary, property, topographic, geodetic, and hydrographical survey.
Requirements to File: Education, Knowledge & Experience: Must be registered as a licensed Land Surveyor in the State of California or must be registered as a Civil Engineer authorized to practice land surveying in the State of California in accordance with Section 8731 of the Professional Land Surveyors Act. Advanced coursework in a discipline related to surveying and professional certifications are desirable. A minimum of ten years of professional experience in office and/or field survey functions working for a large public agency or firm, including at least five years of supervising staff involved in survey activities, is required. Strong leadership background, with experience as a number one or number two management professional in a complex, similarly situated organization with comparable challenges and structure.
Technical Skills Needed: Knowledge of advanced computer equipment and applications related to surveying work, including AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MicroStation, In-Roads, GPS baseline processing and data collection. Ability to research records, compile and process survey data using available software programs, develop computer applications for performing survey calculations, and adapt to and use new software programs.
Selection Procedure: The final filing date for this recruitment is Tuesday, August 4, 2026, @ 4:30 pm PDT. To be considered for this opportunity, please submit a cover letter and resume 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 evaluate candidate qualifications further. References will be completed for finalist candidates; an employment offer is contingent on conducting a comprehensive background check.