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Cadastral Surveyor
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A Surveyor measures the surface of the Earth and collects data used to make maps, set boundaries, and determine the shape and contour of sections of land. Uses global positioning system (GPS) and global information system (GIS) technology to make measurements. May specialize in measurements to determine airspace boundaries; may conduct marine or hydrographic surveys to measure bodies of water and determine shorelines and water flow and depth.
$109,476 / year median in Rhode Island
+15% projected growth
Job Description
Job Listing ID:
4553358
Job Title:
Cadastral Surveyor
Application Deadline:
Open Until Filled
Job Location:
Newport
Date Posted:
08/21/2026
Hours Worked Per Week:
Not Provided
Shift:
Not Provided
Duration of Job:
Either Full or Part Time, more than 6 months
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Job Summary Cadastral Surveyor Print (www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lincoln/jobs/newprint/5449091">https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lincoln/jobs/newprint/5449091) Apply ? Cadastral Surveyor Salary $78,009.00 - $101,783.00 Annually Location Lincoln County, OR Job Type Full-Time Job Number 26-66 (318) Department Surveyor Opening Date 08/14/2026 Description Benefits Questions Position Summary The Lincoln County Surveyor's Office is currently looking to hire a Cadastral Surveyor OR a Survey Technician 2. Please see Survey Technician 2 Job Post (www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lincoln/jobs/5449134/survey-technician-2?page=2& pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs">https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lincoln/jobs/5449134/survey-technician-2?page=2& pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs) for more information about the Survey Technician 2 position. All applications will be reviewed. The Lincoln County Surveyor's Office is currently looking for a Cadastral Surveyor to join their team. This person will perform professional and supervisory work using knowledge of Cadastral and Geodetic surveying in a variety of land survey assignments. This role is also responsible for reviewing surveys, partition plats, and subdivisions under ORS 209 and 92. Also establishing and reviewing Government Corners, maintaining County Geodetic Control Network, and researching records and documents. $78,009.00 - $104,836.00 annually
•Lincoln County follows Oregon Pay Equity laws in reviewing education and experience for wage offer. Lincoln County offers a comprehensive benefits package including: Medical, Dental, & Vision Coverage 11% County contribution to 401(k) County funded Health Savings Account (HSA) $40,000 County Paid Life Insurance Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) Yaquina Head Lighthouse Essential Functions/Major Responsibilities Supervises and exercises professional judgment in the performance of field and office survey work including control surveys; cadastral and boundary surveys; topographic surveys, right of way surveys, corner restoration and geodetic computations: Supervise and review research and calculations of survey technicians. Supervise field observations and field and office calculations necessary to generate azimuth marks. Supervise office and field research and apply professional judgement necessary to locate, evaluate and monument original Public Land Survey System corners. Design topographic surveys suitable for engineering work. Assist County Surveyor in developing corner preservation program. Review surveys, partition plats, subdivisions, and condos under ORS 209.250 and 92. Utilize Global Navigation Satellite System in the design and implementation Geodetic Control Network, including establishing control monuments, organization of field personnel and equipment, and operating satellite surveying equipment: Operate a variety of survey equipment, i.e. total station, GNSS Receiver, etc. to traverse section lines, run levels, reference and monument corners, and perform control traverses. Operate survey related software for calculations and generation of survey plats (CAD). Maintain accurate notes and documentation on all projects and activities. Research property records, deeds, maps, surveys, field notes and information kept in Surveyor's Office, Clerk's Office, Assessor's Office, Road Department, timber companies and other governmental agencies such as BLM, BPA, Oregon State Forestry, for pertinent information relevant to on-going survey projects.