PROFESSIONAL LAND SURVEYOR TRAINEE - 37002569

Requisition No: 858172 

Agency: Environmental Protection

Working Title: PROFESSIONAL LAND SURVEYOR TRAINEE - 37002569

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 37002569 

Salary:  $45,060.11 to $47,500 based on education and experience. 

Posting Closing Date: 08/19/2025 

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Professional Land Surveyor Trainee

State of Florida

Department of Environmental Protection

Division of State Lands

Open Competitive

Position Overview and Responsibilities:

The incumbent of this position shall work toward licensure as a Florida Professional Surveyor and Mapper pursuant to Chapter 472, FS, ss. 472.001-472.037.  Progress toward meeting this requirement will be monitored quarterly by the supervisor of this position. As a trainee, the incumbent of this position will shadow and observe Professional Land Surveyors to acquire and develop skills in survey and mapping procedures.

Operates several different types of automatic levels that can measure electronically coded staffs as well as optically to conventional staffs for establishing first order and second-order geodetic levels in accordance with the National Geodetic Survey specifications. 

Coordinates the construction of permanent-poured-in place concrete monuments and the installation of stainless-steel rods driven to refusal that meet standards set by the National Geodetic Survey.

Analyzes collected differential level data to determine if it meets standards and specifications as set forth by the National Geodetic Survey. Analyzes survey maps, aerial photography, and other topographical or geodetic data to plan projects.

Coordinates the collection of global positioning system (GPS) data. This requires setting up and operating GPS receivers. Assist in the installation and maintenance of tide gauges for the purpose of establishing tidal datums.

Coordinates the writing of descriptions on how to reach vertical or horizontal control marks that are submitted to the federal government for publication.

This position is responsible for coordinating a survey crew or mappers or handling survey and mapping related projects for the Bureau of Survey and Mapping under the leadership of a Professional Land Surveyor II-SES, or other Division of State Lands Professional Land Surveyor and Mappers.

Operates land and waterborne vehicles.

Performs reviews, research, and determines compliance and qualifications of applications for Board of Trustees of the Internal Improvement Trust Fund of the State of Florida (BOT) issued land instruments per Section 18-21.019, F.A.C. and Chapter 253, F.S. Performs technical cartographic research assignments relating to data found on the Board of Trustees Land Database System (BTLDS.)  Interprets complex legal land descriptions and geodetic positions of land boundaries; checks and plots parcel boundaries as needed. Research, investigates, and compiles data related to cartographic and photogrammetric problem areas for proposed BOT conveyances.  Prepare specifications for issuing proposed BOT instruments, such as recordable documents (1975 certificates), per Section 18-21.019, Florida Administrative Code (F.A.C.) and Chapter 253, Florida Statutes (F.S.).

Performs computer aided drafting and design research assignments involving the BOT’s land records, such as deeds and surveys, as directed by the head of the section, as well as the immediate supervisor. This includes, but is not limited to, interpreting survey and mapping data found in the federal and state government original survey field notes and plats, as well as investigating problems or complex legal land descriptions in surveys or land instruments. Uses ArcGIS software, AutoCAD software and other graphics design software to create various types of maps and drawings to support the agency’s land acquisition and land management survey programs. Reviews and interprets legal descriptions for land acquisition and land management projects. This includes evaluation of mathematical closures, acreage computations, and evaluation and adjustments of survey data. 

Reviews of Acquisition Surveys for approval for closing purposes; provide legal descriptions for contract and deed purposes.

Reviews of MHW surveys pursuant to Chapter 177, Part II, F.S. Prepares, reviews, and completes contract scopes and fees as a Certified Contract Manager. Performs mathematical computations necessary to review surveys or mapping products. Confer with Professional Land Surveyors and others to discuss existing and potential surveys and mapping projects.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of: concepts, terminology, principles, and techniques of surveying file geodatabases; ArcGIS Online; Geoprocessing; acreage calculation in ArcGIS; Coordinate Geometry Programs to plot surveys; engineering practices and procedures; ArcGIS Pro and AutoCAD. Skilled in: operating a personal computer. Ability to: review surveys to meet surveying and mapping standards; interpret surveying data; solve problems relating to surveying; perform technical surveying tasks; establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; plan, organize and coordinate work assignments; demonstrate teamwork. Job may require use of surveying tools, equipment and/or instruments.

Minimum Qualifications:

Valid Driver’s License.

Travel.

AutoCAD software experience related to surveying and mapping.

Other Requirements:

Obtain a certification as a Certified Contract Manager, within a year of appointment.

Vendor/Invoice Warrant Processing responsibility, Section 215.422 F.S.

Pay:

$45,060.11 to $47,500 based on education and experience.

Our Organization and Mission: 

The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is the state’s lead agency for environmental management and stewardship - protecting our air, water and land. The vision of DEP is to advance Florida’s position as a world leader in protecting natural resources while growing the state’s economy. DEP encourages its leaders to constantly innovate and seek efficiencies. We believe in supporting and encouraging you as you take on important and often complex projects while offering you the opportunity to gain valuable experience quickly.

Where You Will Work:

Tallahassee - Tallahassee, Florida’s Capital City, lined with rolling hills, oak trees, and canopied roads combines old world charm with a modern pace of life. Home to two major universities as well as state government, Tallahassee is a mid-sized city in the heart of Florida’s Big Bend. Tallahassee is a highly desirable location for both those seeking their first job or those ready to enter the next exciting chapter in their career.

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida

Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State’s total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including:

• Annual and Sick Leave benefits;
• Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year;
• State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options;
• Retirement plan options, including employer contributions (For more information, please click www.myfrs.com);
• Tuition waivers;
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• And more!

For a complete list of benefits, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com

Special Notes:  DEP is committed to successfully recruiting and onboarding talented and skilled individuals into its workforce. We recognize the extensive training, experience, and transferable skills that veterans and individuals with disabilities bring to the workforce. Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to contact our recruiter for guidance and answers to questions through the following email addresses:

HR_VeteransPreference@dep.state.fl.us

HR_Recruitment@FloridaDEP.gov

An individual with a disability is qualified if he or she satisfies the skills, experience, and other job-related requirements for a position and can perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must contact the DEP Human Resources (HR) Office at (850) 245-2511. DEP requests applicants notify HR in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE.  Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply.  Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements.  Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code.  Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here.  All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.