Lead Surveyor: Boundaries & Mapping for Indiana Forests

State of Indiana; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Parking

LinkedIn Learning

Education Reimbursement

Paid holidays

Pension options

Job summary

The State of Indiana’s Department of Natural Resources, Division of Forestry, is seeking a licensed Professional Surveyor to lead field and office surveying for 13 state forests and over 1,200 miles of boundary line. The role requires strong knowledge of laws, policy, and real estate, with responsibilities including retracement surveys, easement descriptions, and expert testimony in boundary disputes.

You'll oversee staff, prepare reports, and coordinate with engineers, attorneys, and

Qualifications

• Associates or Bachelor's degree in Land Surveying Engineering, Geomatics, or Geodesy.
• Licensed Professional Surveyor in Indiana.
• 4+ years of technical field/office survey experience with data collection and final presentation.

Responsibilities

• Direct a technical staff in data collection, archiving and presentation of survey data.
• Coordinate with engineers, technicians, attorneys and staff on surveying needs.
• Prepare reports, letters and memos for records and legal use.
• Provide expert testimony for legal and legislative initiatives.
• Identify program-related needs and develop long-term strategies.

Skills

Geometry

Trigonometry

Surveying

Education

Associates or Bachelor's Degree in Land Surveying Engineering

Geomatics

Geodesy

Tools

Total stations

GPS

Differential leveling

2nd/3rd order levels

Job description

The State of Indiana’s Department of Natural Resources, Division of Forestry, is seeking a licensed Professional Surveyor to lead field and office surveying for 13 state forests and over 1,200 miles of boundary line. The role requires strong knowledge of laws, policy, and real estate, with responsibilities including retracement surveys, easement descriptions, and expert testimony in boundary disputes.

You'll oversee staff, prepare reports, and coordinate with engineers, attorneys, and