Professional Land Surveyor

Plaza 349

Full time

JR6362

Position Title:

Professional Land Surveyor

Job Description:

We are looking for a Professional Land Surveyor.

Salary Range: $70,533/yr. - $122,044/yr. The established market rate for this position is $96,289/yr.

Department: Community and Neighborhoods

Work Location: You must live in Utah while employed in this position.

Benefits

Salt Lake City Corporation offers a comprehensive benefits package primarily for full-time employees. Eligibility varies by employment status. Explore Salt Lake City employee benefits , or use our Total Compensation Calculator to estimate the overall value of pay and benefits.

Important Application Information

We want to recognize the experience you bring. Please include all education and work experience relevant to this position in your application and resume. If those don’t fully capture your experience, you may attach an additional document describing your previous roles, dates of employment, hours worked, and duties.

If you are selected, we’ll use this information to determine your starting pay. For eligible positions, your prior experience may also qualify you for a higher leave accrual rate under the City’s Prior Service Leave Accrual Procedure .

Application Deadline

We encourage you to apply early. This position will remain open until filled and may close at any time without notice.

About the Position:

This position reports to the City Surveyor. The successful candidate will perform Professional Land Surveyor field and office duties, assist with the development of the City’s GIS Informatics, and work with other City officials and staff, other governmental agencies, private surveyors and the public to resolve survey issues and provide support coordinating projects.

This position requires proficiency in Global Positioning Systems, AutoCAD, Geographic Information Systems, as well as technical competency in a variety of engineering and surveying functions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Works as a professional land surveyor on City projects classified as land surveying by State law. Work will include City right-of-ways and easements and other City owned land. Utilizes PLS expertise to ensure all survey standards as stipulated by state law are met regarding all survey work performed.

• Works in the office on assigned Land Survey projects to research records and write property descriptions. Supervises and reviews land survey and subdivision plats, right-of-ways, easements and permits to ensure that forms and descriptive and measurement data are accurate in meeting all regulations and requirements of City, State and Federal law.

• Uses AutoCAD and GIS software to develop electronic Atlas Plats and assist with maintenance of the GIS base map. Utilizes coordinate adjustment and coordinate geometry software to develop, plan and establish precise horizontal control of geodetic and benchmark networks. Uses highly technical calculations to determine property ownership and the location of City monument lines.

• Uses GPS and Robotic survey equipment to produce surveys electronically from field to finish such as engineering design surveys, topographic surveys, street and property surveys. Uses AutoCAD software to draw plats, working drawings, and preliminary engineering drawings.

• Performs review and approval of private development and City submitted easements, permits, subdivisions and roadway dedication plats.

• Works with engineering staff on property issues and needs related to City projects in planning, design and construction phases. This will include performing complete field design surveys, base map development, preparation of property descriptions, and any other project related need.

• Performs other related professional surveying and GIS duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with an Associates degree in Land Surveying, Pre-Engineering, or a related field and four (4) years paid experience in Land Surveying, two (2) of which must be in computer operations related to Land Surveying, including geodetic surveys, state plane coordinate systems, advanced coordinate adjustments, an operation of GPS associated equipment. Education and experience may be substituted on year for year basis, but must include a minimum of four (4) years of Land Surveying utilizing the specific technologies and equipment currently required.

• Current valid Utah State Surveyor’s license or ability to obtain within one year of hire.

• Proficient with AutoCAD software and Windows based systems.

• Ability to work well with coworkers, supervisors, other agencies and the general public under a variety of circumstances.

• Possession of valid state driver’s license (or Utah Driving Privilege card) and the ability to visit field sites.

Desired Qualification:

• Experience with ArcGIS Geographic Information System software.

Working Conditions:

• Moderate physical activity. On occasion, pushes, pulls or lifts weights of up to 30lbs. Uncomfortable working positions such as stooping, crouching or bending. Frequent exposure to vehicular traffic in the performance of field studies. Regular exposure to noise, heat, cold, dampness, dust, fumes, traffic hazards and inclement weather.

• Frequent exposure to computer terminals for extended periods.

• Intermittent exposure to stress as a result of human behavior and the demands of the position.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required of personnel so classified.

All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

Offers of employment are contingent on successful completion of a criminal background check in accordance with City policy and applicable law.  Criminal offenses will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis and do not automatically disqualify a candidate from City employment. Use of a City vehicle may be required for this position and a motor vehicle check may be requested.

Position Type : Full-time

Full Time/Part Time:

Full time

Scheduled Hours:

40

Salt Lake City is a place where your skills and dedication directly contribute to the community. With a team serving over 200,000 residents, we take pride in delivering meaningful work—from maintaining infrastructure to shaping public programs—with integrity and professionalism.

We value experience, accountability, and results. Our organization recognizes talent and rewards contribution, offering employees opportunities to grow, lead, and make a lasting difference.

If you're driven by public service and want to help shape the future of our city, we’d love to work with you.

Salt Lake City offers a competitive and well-rounded benefits package designed to support your health, financial future, and professional growth. To learn more, visit our Benefits & Wellness ( site.

Health & Wellness

• Medical insurance

• Dental, vision, life insurance

• HSA (with $1,000–$2,000 City contribution)

• Wellness clinic for employees & families

• Robust Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Financial Perks

• Tuition reimbursement (up to $4,000/year)

• Retirement contributions (pension and/or 401(k))

• Discounted pet insurance, legal services, and more

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We know time away from work is essential for rest, personal needs, and family life. Salt Lake City offers generous paid leave to help you recharge and stay balanced. To learn more, visit our Benefits & Wellness ( site.

• 12 vacation days to start

• 12 paid holidays + 1 personal holiday

• Up to 80 hours personal leave annually

• 6 - 12 weeks of paid parental leave

• Bonus leave credit for eligible rehires & public sector transfers

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The City is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Salt Lake City will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io.

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