Land Surveyor

Professional Land Surveyor, Land Surveyor 3 (LS3) Recruitment #View phone number on click.appcast.io • Full‑time, Permanent, Represented position (WFSE) • Location: Natural Resources Building – Olympia, WA Work Hours and Partial Telework flexibility may be available and considered • Relocation Compensation may be available and considered • Salary: $6,259.00 – $8,415.00 Monthly Overview As a Licensed Professional Land Surveyor you will join a team of agency specialists on land boundary and surveying issues. You will provide advice and guidance on land boundary and ownership issues to agency personnel and others, review upland and aquatic lease plat compliance, and help maintain the DNR Cadastre and GIS data. Responsibilities Professional review of survey maps submitted for leases and easements over state‑owned aquatic lands and uplands, including compliance with RCWs, WACs, and DNR agency‑specific requirements. Assure that submitted legal descriptions are accurate and analyze underlying ownership to determine that proper boundaries are used in maps and other survey documents related to business on State‑owned lands of all types. Review legal descriptions for upland and aquatic land transactions (acquisitions and disposals), leases, rights of ways, and other types of use authorizations; compose new legal descriptions for transactions when necessary, and determine land areas for land sales, acquisitions, exchanges, and leases. Compile data, produce maps, reports, and land boundary analysis. Act as an expert witness in legal cases involving state‑owned land boundary or ownership disputes. Assist AG staff in interpreting legal descriptions and other land boundary issues as needed. Calculate, draft, and edit transactions or use authorization‑related surveys and harbor area maps for agency business needs. Survey and harbor maps to meet all applicable RCW and WAC requirements and be approved by Aquatic Resources Division and/or upper management before being fully adopted and recorded in the applicable county auditor’s office. Required Qualifications Must possess and maintain an active Washington State Professional Land Surveyor’s License. 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 analyzing land and title records, including aquatic land records. Knowledge of Washington State Land Survey laws and rules. Strong communication 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 Desired Qualifications Knowledge of basic land development principles. Experience using ESRI GIS software. Experience using CAD software with land survey computation extensions. Knowledge of the Washington Plane Coordinate System. Associate’s degree or higher in a field related to land surveying. Special Requirements and Conditions of Employment Work Setting: The position is in the office, with possible occasional project site visits. Travel Requirements: Infrequent travel, usually about three or so times a year. Benefits Commitment to organizational health and wellness. Work/life balance. DNR Employee Resource Groups (including Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Council, Women’s Employee Resource Group, Veterans Employee Resource Group). Leadership that empowers and supports employees. Professional development opportunities. Educational and career development aid. Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility. Opportunities to participate in wildland fire suppression assignments. A comprehensive benefits package includes employer contributions toward health insurance, paid holidays, retirement plans, sick leave, and vacation days. Equal Opportunity Employer The Washington State Department of Natural Resources is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation, and gender identity diversity, and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons with disability, persons over 40 years of age, veterans, military spouses or people with military status, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr