Division Land Surveyor, Land Surveyor 3 (LS3)

Division Land Surveyor, Land Surveyor 3 (LS3)

Recruitment #2025-12-6902/7218 Full-time, Permanent, Represented position (WFSE) Locations: Tumwater, WA and Chehalis, WA Work Hours flexibility may be available and considered Relocation Compensation may be available and considered Salary: $6,259.00 - $8,415.00 Monthly Review of applications is ongoing. We reserve the right to make a hiring decision or close this recruitment at any time after 12/14/2025. It is in your best interest to submit materials as soon as possible Want to join something GREAT and make a difference? As a Licensed Professional Land Surveyor, you will join a team of Land Surveyors and survey technicians in the State Land Survey Program, which performs cadastral retracements on Department of Natural Resources (DNR)- managed forest lands, establishes boundaries for Natural Areas, and conducts other specialized mapping throughout the State. We utilize modern survey equipment, including robotic total stations and multi-constellation GNSS receivers with the most up-to-date data collection software. This is the perfect opportunity for a professional land surveyor who prefers the mountains and rivers over the urban landscape and wants to truly follow in the footsteps of original land surveyors.

Duties

Responsibilities:

• Directing land survey crews and leading them in researching survey and title information; recovering and maintaining original GLO corners; re-establishing lost GLO corners; establishing state property corners and lines in support of DNR land management activities; producing preliminary and final survey maps and legal descriptions; filing records of surveys and land corner records; producing topographic and other specialized mapping deliverables.
• Work proactively with program, division, and region staff to construct an action plan for land survey projects based upon program needs and agency priorities. Work with region points of contact, other region surveyors, where available, to prioritize and schedule projects.
• Responsible for reconciling conflicting or ambiguous survey data, prioritizing work for multiple programs that are competing for finite resources for survey time.
• Responsible for configuring, assigning, and tracking work for four (4) employees.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Registration as a professional land surveyor by the Washington State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors (BRPELS).
• Experience with land surveying and mapping principles, procedures and practices, statutes, court decisions, and other laws pertaining to locating and dividing land; professional standards of land surveying, trigonometry, mapping, and drafting.
• Experience preparing and analyzing land and title records.
• Experience with modern survey instruments, GNSS receivers, and data collection software.
• Supervisory experience.
• Experience using CAD with land survey extensions such as Carlson Survey.
• Strong communication skills.
• Team or crew leadership skills.
• Commitment to fostering and supporting an environment that honors diversity, equity, inclusion, and environmental justice practices.
• Perform assigned duties in a manner consistent with applicable laws, regulations, and public records retention and requests are followed.
• DNR Core Competencies: Personal Accountability, Value Others, Compassionate Communication, Inspire Others, Commitment to Excellence

Special Requirements and Conditions of Employment:

• Work Setting: The position is in "responsible charge" of two field land survey crews, consisting of two staff members each, with a primary emphasis in Cadastral retracement, consisting of approximately 75% of time spent in the office and 25% in the field. Field work will include driving on primitive or active logging roads. Incumbent must be able to traverse uneven terrain in year-round weather conditions.
• Travel Requirements: Occasional travel for meetings. Overnight travel, during the scheduled work week, may occur several times per year.
• Incumbent must possess and maintain an active Washington State Professional Land Surveyor's License.
• A valid, unrestricted driver's license and two years of driving experience. This position requires driving as an essential function. Finalists and/or interview candidates will be asked to provide a driving record from all states in which they have held a license during the past three years.

Desired Qualifications:

• Five years of land boundary surveying experience after registration as a Professional Land Surveyor, three years of which must be in BLM/General Land Office retracement and re-establishment land survey work.
• Knowledge of basic land development principles.
• Knowledge of the Washington Plane Coordinate System.
• Knowledge of Star*net or other traverse adjustment software.
• Knowledge of ESRI GIS software.

Don't let doubts stop you from applying for this position. If you have any questions about the required qualifications or how your experience relates to them, please contact us at View email address on click.appcast.io. A note to potential candidates: Studies have shown that women, trans, non-binary, Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) are less likely to apply for jobs unless they feel they meet every qualification as described in a job description. We value diversity and inclusion in our organization, and we are looking for the best person for the job. Don't hesitate to apply!

Supplemental Information

Application Requirements: Failure to provide the listed documents may result in disqualification. If you have questions or difficulty attaching these documents, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io.

• Apply online: at (Click on the APPLY button above).
• Letter of interest: describing your specific qualifications for the position and the position required, desired, and special requirements.
• Resume: that details your experience and qualifications.
• References: References are optional at the time your application is submitted. Finalists will be asked to provide a list of at least 3 professional references with current telephone numbers, including your current or most recent supervisor.
• Important: Do not attach any documents that include photos or private information (Social Security number, year of birth, etc.).
• Complete all supplemental questions.
• Candidates who move forward in the recruitment process may be contacted via email at View email address on click.appcast.io with interview information/scheduling instructions. Please monitor the email listed in your application materials and check your junk email folder to ensure you receive those communications.

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About the Department of Natural Resources (DNR): At DNR, we approach our work through the lens of making Washington a better place environmentally and are dedicated to serving Washington's lands and communities through diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our Vision – Our actions ensure a future where Washington's lands, waters, and communities thrive. Our Mission – Manage, sustain, and protect the health and productivity of Washington's lands and waters to meet the needs of present and future generations. Our Core Values:

• Safety and Well-Being —Our top priority is the safety of the public and our employees.
• Public Service —We value and respect the public we serve, and we value and respect the people of the Department of Natural Resources who step up to serve.
• Innovation and Creative Problem-Solving — We solve our state's most pressing challenges through innovative thinking, dedication, and bold and creative vision.
• Leadership and Teamwork —We are committed to building leaders at all levels and building teams for success.

DNR provides excellent benefits, a few of which include:

• Commitment to organizational health and wellness
• Work/life balance
• DNR Employee Resource Groups (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Council,