Summary/Objective

The Surveyor will measure properties and land parcels to identify boundaries and similar physical characteristics related to the property.

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  Essential functions and responsibilities as listed below but not limited to:

• Executes land surveys to establish legal boundaries of property.
• Researches the area or assignment, including previous surveys and boundary lines.
• Prepares and maintains data, charts, plots, records, documents, legal descriptions, sketches, maps, and reports related to land surveys.
• Records all results, including dimensions of land or land features, location, contour, shape, and elevation.
• Interprets survey data and calculates geodetic measurements to determine shapes, positions, and elevations of geomorphic and topographic features.
• Uses geodetic and engineering instruments to establish fixed points to create maps.
• Uses satellite-based global positioning systems (GPS), theodolites, levels, and transits to determine longitudes and latitudes of important boundaries and/or features in the survey area.
• Collaborates with engineering, clients, and other invested individuals to review and coordinate findings.
• Performs minor adjustments on surveying instruments to maintain accuracy.
• Maintains knowledge and understanding of federal and local surveying laws; rules, regulations, and county ordinances; and policies, procedures, and best practices relative to land surveying.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• This position does not have any supervisory responsibilities.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent mathematical skills to conduct land survey analysis.
• Thorough understanding of the principles, practices, and procedures of land surveying.
• Thorough understanding of federal and state laws related to land surveying and subdivision of land.
• Proficient with computerized mapping technologies and surveying instruments, and the computer applications and software used to process field data.
• Must be familiar with utilizing total stations surveying equipment ; Trimble brand experience preferred

 Education and Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Land Surveying or similar field required.
• Licensure by the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES) or comparable certification required.

Physical Demands: 

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. 

As per Executive Order 11246 Section 503, & VEVRAA: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.