Professional Land Surveyor

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Hiring Agency:

Transportation - Agency 27

Location:

Lincoln, NEHiring Rate:$30.080

Job Posting:

JR Professional Land Surveyor (Open)
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Job Description:

The Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT) is seeking two Professional Land Surveyors to perform, oversee, and review boundary surveys for the acquisition of right of way along the highways in Nebraska.

The salary range for this level is $30.080 - $44.342/hr the pay rate may be commensurate with education and/or experience within fiscal constraints if approved.

If unable to fill at the Professional Land Surveyor level, will consider applicants at the Highway Land Surveyor level.

The salary range for the Highway Land Surveyor level is $24.209 - $35.687/hr the pay rate may be commensurate with education and/or experience within fiscal constraints if approved.

The Nebraska Department of Transportation provides the best possible transportation system for the movement of people and goods by creating and maintaining life-changing transportation systems that connect people and communities, enhancing the quality of life for all Nebraskans. Our culture is vibrant, and teammates feel valued as individuals and as part of our team. We hire good people who share our sense of pride and are excited to make a difference in the lives of fellow Nebraskans.

We reward our employees' hard work with a friendly and supportive work environment and a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
• State-matched retirement contribution of 156%
• 13 paid holidays
• Generous leave accruals that begin immediately
• Military leave
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Dependent tuition reimbursement program with partnering Nebraska community colleges
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) through the Federal government
• 79% employer-paid health insurance plans
• Dental and vision insurance plans
• Employer-paid $20,000 life insurance policy
• Wide variety and availability of career advancement as the largest and most diverse employer in the State
• Opportunity to be part of meaningful work and make a difference through public service
• Training and Development based on your career aspirations
• Job security and stability, even during times of economic hardship
• Employee Assistance Program
• Fun, inviting teammates.
• Free parking

Job Duties:

Conduct, perform, supervise, review and approve boundary surveys for the acquisition of right of way along the highways in Nebraska.

Prepare plats, maps, corner ties and field notes of all required surveys to be made of record in the State Surveyor's office.

Research abstract records, recorded surveys, deeds and all other relevant data required to accumulate information to perform the survey.

Search for existing land monuments which can be quite labor intensive and be performed in all types of weather conditions year-round.

Locate, perpetuate, restore and re-establish property monuments as necessary to complete the survey including original government corners which may require cooperation with the appropriate County Surveyor.

Supervise survey crews to perform related work as required in the supervisor's absence.

Apply survey law in analyzing and detecting errors in legal descriptions and/or surveys and make necessary corrections.

Answer survey related questions from people within the Department and from the private sector as well as private, county and federal surveyors.

Train survey technicians in the use of survey equipment and in the interpretation of survey computed data. Schedule survey crew members work assignments.

Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements / Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

Professional Land Surveyor:
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