NEOGOV · 1 day ago
Field Surveyor (Survey Technician 3) - Public Works
Salem, OR
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$39.48/hr - $52.91/hr
4+ years expMarion County is seeking a Field Surveyor (Survey Technician 3) to assist the County Surveyor with land survey programs and services. The role involves leading survey activities, performing boundary and construction surveying, and conducting research and documentation necessary for the Public Land Survey System.
GovTechHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologySoftware
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Responsibilities
Lead Worker oversight for survey crews doing Government Corner Restoration Surveys, Topographic Surveys, Road Right-of-Way or Road Centerline Surveys, Construction Surveys, Boundary Surveys, Photogrammetric Control, and Measurements of quantities, using Total Station Equipment, Global Positioning equipment, and other survey equipment
Process field data collected by field crews pertaining to government corners
Analyze the processed data by comparing measurements with those found in survey records, and utilizing these records, as well as deed records, and other records, to determine the proper location of a government corner. Incorporate this data into a drawing as a preliminary map to be finalized by others
Present the findings and resulting work to the County Surveyor for his approval, or revisions, if necessary
Write a narrative, to be added to the final map, describing how the government corner was established, or re-established, noting what monuments, deed records, survey records, or any other pertinent data was used for this determination
Perform a review of and stamp the final map for compliance with State law and County standards
Review and edit government corner reports, if necessary
Lead Worker, set priorities, Survey Records Management, Checking Surveys, Checking Partitions, and Checking Subdivisions
Provide professional link (to professional surveyors) in explaining deficiencies in the work submitted and reviewing the proposed corrections with them as needed
Work on road related projects as assigned
Duties include but not limited to: Research deed records, survey records, and other record information
Create legal descriptions for property to be acquired for right-of-way or sold as surplus
Communicate and coordinate effectively with other agencies, county surveyors' offices, private surveyors, contractors, consultants, staff, and the general public, regarding land surveying issues
Perform complex survey calculations, using personal computers and programmable calculators, and coordinate geometry software
Occasionally visit field locations and construction sites to analyze and solve problems, in any weather. Some sites may only be accessible by traversing rough and/or steep terrain. Must be able to carry up to 20 pounds of equipment
Help set standards and procedures for efficient use of Equipment, Electronic Data Collection, Survey Software, AutoCAD, File Transfers, and Plotting
Analyze needs and selects office, field, and safety equipment for staff
Use personal and office computer systems and software (eg., word processing, electronic mail, spreadsheet, survey software) to assist in operations, as applicable
Provide backup assistance to the public, staff, private surveyors, and other agencies in retrieval and reproduction of survey records
Responsible for assuring crew leaders are aware of the safety rules applicable to a specific work activity. Responsible for taking corrective action, up to and including ordering a work stoppage when unsafe conditions or practices occur
May participate in basic incident command training and drills to maintain proficiency in supporting EOC activities, including carrying out field work in connection with EOC operations. May be assigned clerical/support, incident liaison, or other duties at any location within or near the county. Emergency Management duties may require working long hours outside normal business hours, weekend/holiday work, and may occur with little or no advance notice
Other duties as assigned by your supervisor
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in surveying, civil engineering or related field
Four years of experience in boundary, engineering or cadastral surveying
Professional Land Surveyor registered in any state (US) at time of hire and registered in the State of Oregon within six months
Must possess a current driver's license in the applicant's state of residence and an acceptable driving history
The finalist for this position will be required to pass a criminal history background check, including finger printing
Thorough knowledge of the principles, methods and instruments used in land surveying
Skill and ability to effectively lead subordinate staff
Ability to lead and implement surveying programs
Ability to lead the activities of large, complex surveying projects
Use manual and electronic survey equipment
Use standard office equipment including computers
Apply industry and office software effectively
Perform mathematical computations through trigonometry
Understand and interpret engineering constructions plans, specifications and other contract documents
Perform technical research and solve surveying problems
Lead a broad range of engineering and surveying projects
Interpret and apply pertinent laws, rules and regulations
Train, and evaluate survey personnel
Assist in administering a budget
Maintain accurate records
Prepare survey documents, including drawings, maps plats, deeds and legal descriptions
Conduct research pertaining to survey and related property records
Locate, compile and organize complex and historical survey data
Operate field and office survey instruments
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with individuals from diverse groups and backgrounds
Prepare and maintain accurate records
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Benefits
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
Marion County offers a generous benefits package to regular employees working 50% or more of the regularly scheduled work week and their eligible dependents.
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
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2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
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2021-06-02Private Equity
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CEO
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