Project Surveyor - Right of Way Engineering (Flexible)

Oregon DOT; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 75,000 - 116,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Job summary

Oregon Department of Transportation in Salem is seeking a Professional Land Surveyor 1 – Project Surveyor to support Right of Way Engineering and the Geometronics Unit. The role focuses on ROW mapping, legal descriptions, and conveyance documents.

The successful candidate will ensure compliance with D&O Division standards and collaborate across teams. This position requires a valid PLS license and offers a strong public service package, with opportunities for professional registration in Oregon

Qualifications

• Valid PLS license required.
• If licensed in another state, Oregon registration within six months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Support and promote ROW mapping and legal descriptions to meet D&O Division standards.
• Prepare property descriptions and sketch maps for conveyance documents.
• Research, evaluate, and analyze property rights to determine right of way boundaries.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Property rights experience

Education

Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license

Tools

CADD software

PC proficiency

Job description

Oregon Department of Transportation in Salem is seeking a Professional Land Surveyor 1 – Project Surveyor to support Right of Way Engineering and the Geometronics Unit. The role focuses on ROW mapping, legal descriptions, and conveyance documents.

The successful candidate will ensure compliance with D&O Division standards and collaborate across teams. This position requires a valid PLS license and offers a strong public service package, with opportunities for professional registration in Oregon