DEPUTY SURVEYOR

Deputy Surveyor

Goodhue County is seeking a highly skilled and motivated individual to join our team as a Deputy Surveyor (Licensed or non-licensed). The primary objective of this position is to assist in the supervision of the perpetuation of the Public Land Survey System for the County. This role will involve the supervision, organization, and implementation of the use of Global Positioning Systems (GPS) for the countywide survey control point network, as well as the collection of PLS corners and vertical and horizontal control for highway projects. In addition to overseeing survey operations, the Deputy County Surveyor will also assume the responsibilities and duties of the County Surveyor when assigned. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, a solid background in surveying, and experience with GPS technologies.

Types of work:

• Performs land surveying functions as a Licensed Land Surveyor which involves field work, research, mathematical analysis, writing land descriptions, etc.
• Assists the County Surveyor with office management
• Manages the implementation of the Global Positioning System (GPS) for us in collecting or staking out survey information

This is a brief summary of the job function. For detailed information including the physical, mental and environmental requirements of the position, please review the job description.

Minimum Qualifications

• Non-Licensed applicants: Bachelor's degree in land surveying, or related field, and three years of experience in land surveying or related field. Progressive supervisory experience preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience in working independently as well as leading a survey team and/or technicians.
• Licensed applicants: This position requires a Minnesota Licensed Land Surveyor and two years of experience as a Licensed Land Surveyor. Progressive supervisory experience preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience in working independently as well as leading a survey team and/or technicians.

Compensation & Benefits

County employees receive competitive pay and a generous benefit offering. The Deputy Surveyor (non licensed) is compensated at salary grade 116 ($90,230- $139,859). The Deputy Surveyor (licensed) is compensated at salary grade 117 ($94,764 - $146,868). Starting pay will be determined based on qualifications and experience.

The County's comprehensive benefit package includes: medical, dental, vision and accident insurance; health savings account; employer paid life insurance; short- and long-term disability insurance; pre-tax flexible spending accounts; retirement plan; tax-deferred compensation; vacation and sick leave; and 13 paid holidays per year. County employees are eligible for the Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. Open the 2026 Benefit Overview below to learn more.

Application Deadline

Interested candidate must submit a Goodhue County employment application. The position will remain open until filled.

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