Qualifications:

• Advanced knowledge of survey field techniques and survey language.
• Intermediate knowledge of State and Federal laws, and agency rules and regulations
• Advanced knowledge of the use of sophisticated GPS equipment, total stations, and other electronic surveying equipment.
• Advanced knowledge of plumb range rods and level rods; the use of conventional surveying equipment such as rods, chains, tripods, levels, and tribrachs.
• Able to take, review and direct correction of field notes.  Competence in coordinate geometry calculation is required A general understanding of AutoCAD software operations and its uses, preferred.
• Advanced understanding of database and system administration techniques used to move data and files between applications and repositories and performing database queries.
• Advanced understanding of GIS concepts and processes; uses and operations of GPS data capture equipment and software. 
• Ability to maintain a cooperative relationship with those contacted in the course of work activities.  Familiarity with map projections and state plane coordinate systems is required.
• This position requires broad knowledge in a general professional or technical field including the ability to read reports, spread sheets, manuals, blue prints, plans, drawings and correspondence.  Also, required is the ability to perform general math calculations.
• The ability to convey plan details to junior surveyors is a necessary part of this job.
• Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
• Interacts with the assigned PLS to ensure project completion.
• A wide degree of creativity and latitude is required.
• Have knowledge of ethics and technical standards and organizations such as ALTA, NGS, NSPS/ACSM and BLM.  Show responsibility in the profession (i.e. attire, honesty, respect for personal property)
• This position requires/may require use of a company-owned vehicle(s); must possess a valid driver’s license and have no more than two minor violations (i.e. speeding 5-10 over, defective vehicle) within the preceding 36 months, nor a major violation (i.e. DUI) within the previous 60 months.