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Working Title: Land Survey Technician

Job Class: Engineering Aide Intermediate or Senior

Agency: MN Department of Natural Resources

+ **Job ID** : 89876

+ **Location** : Brainerd

+ **Telework Eligible** : No

+ **Full/Part Time** : Full-Time

+ **Regular/Temporary** : Unlimited

+ **Who May Apply** : Open to all qualified job seekers

+ **Date Posted** : 10/30/2025

+ **Closing Date** : 11/19/2025

+ **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : Department of Natural Resources

+ **Division/Unit** : Lands and Minerals

+ **Work Shift/Work Hours** : Day Shift / 7:00 am - 5:30 pm

+ **Days of Work** : Monday - Thursday

+ **Travel Required** : Yes

+ **Salary Range Engineer Aide Sr:** $26.42 - $37.20 / hourly; $55,164 - $77,673 / annually

+ **Salary Range Engineer Aider Int:** $22.91 - $32.37 / hourly; $47,836 - $67,589 / annually

+ **Classified Status** : Classified

+ **Bargaining Unit/Union** : 207 - Technical/AFSCME

+ **Work Area** : Brainerd Office

+ **FLSA Status** : Nonexempt

+ Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

**ATTENTION APPLICANTS:** This vacancy is being announced at two different job classes at the same time: Engineering Aide Senior or Engineering Aide Intermediate. Only one position is being filled; the final class and starting salary is dependent on the successful applicant's qualifications. There is only one Job ID for this vacancy, and you will be considered for the highest classification for which you qualify.

This position will perform para-professional technical surveying and engineering work for the Lands and Minerals Surveying Unit, and assemble detailed project information for feasibility studies, property surveys, and design development.

**Engineering Aide Intermediate** job duties include:

+ Field work to assist in the collection of project information by visiting project sites, completing control and traverse work, conducting boundary, topographic and other surveys, and researching previous files and records, so that adequate field data is available for the Project Surveyor to complete the project.

+ Preparing field notes and hand drawn sketches to aid drafter in the development of maps.

+ Organize, create and assemble the project information for feasibility studies, property surveys, and design development so that complete, accurate information is available for property transactions and development of project designs.

+ Maintain supply inventory and equipment maintenance as needed.

**Engineering Aide Senior** job duties include:

+ Reducing and checking field notes, processing field data, plotting data, writing property descriptions, computing acreages, searching and adapting available base information, planning and organizing layout of base sheets, and operating CADD software to produce base maps and final survey maps.

+ Visiting project sites, conducting boundary and topographic surveys, and researching previous files and records.

+ Preparing GIS parcel layer from Survey CADD drawings in accordance with unit standards and procedures.

+ Preparing documentation for verification and/or certification of Public Land Survey Corners.

+ Analyzing and interpreting legal descriptions so that lands can be located, monumented, purchased, developed or managed by the DNR.

+ Assisting with various tasks and maintaining / ordering supplies to ensure efficient office/field operation.

Minimum Qualifications

Engineering Aide Intermediate:

+ One (1) year of experience with electronic surveying instruments, survey grade GPS equipment, and survey levels including knowledge of data collection, compilation and review of survey data.

+ OR and Associates of Science or technical college degree specially related to one of the following disciplines: Civil Engineering or Surveying.

+ Working knowledge of mathematics, trigonometry, surveying principles, and topographic mapping sufficient for the preparation of original topographic base mapping and geometric alignments and boundaries with minimal assistance from others.

+ Ability to acquire various types of technical information, through fieldwork, research, and communication with vendors and clients as well as the ability to apply this information to survey, design, and construction work.

+ Ability to write clear, concise technical descriptions of base map and proposed construction features.

+ Effective communication skills to effectively gather the diversity of data from various agencies and divisions.

Engineering Aide Senior:

+ Two (2) years of experience with electronic surveying instruments, survey grade GPS equipment, and survey levels including knowledge of data collection, compilation and review of survey data.

+ OR and Associates of Science or technical college degree specially related to one of the following disciplines: Civil, Environmental or Agricultural Engineering, Surveying, Natural Resources and Environmental Studies, Geography, or equivalent may substitute for one (1) year of work experience.

+ Working knowledge of mathematics, trigonometry, surveying principles, and topographic mapping sufficient for the preparation of original topographic base mapping and geometric alignments and boundaries with minimal assistance from others.

+ Ability to acquire various types of technical information through fieldwork, research, and communication with vendors and clients as well as the ability to apply this information to survey, design, and construction work.

+ Ability to write clear, concise technical descriptions of base map and proposed construction features.

+ Effective communication skills to effectively gather the diversity of data from various agencies and divisions.

+ Skills in operation of CADD and other technical software packages, as well as skills in operation of a variety of survey equipment.

Preferred Qualifications

Engineering Aide Intermediate:

+ Two (2) years of experience with electronic surveying systems, survey grade GPS equipment, and survey levels including knowledge of data collection, compilation and review of survey data.

+ Ability to lead a field survey in the absence of the Survey Crew Supervisor, write clear and detailed survey notes, verbally communicate clearly, and interact positively with private landowners and others.

+ Ability to exercise good independent judgement in determining the most efficient method of completing requested fieldwork or office tasks.

Engineering Aide Senior:

+ Four (4) years of experience with electronic surveying instruments, survey grade GPS equipment, and survey levels including knowledge of data collection, compilation and review of survey data.

+ Ability to exercise independent judgement in determining the most efficient method of completing requested fieldwork or office tasks.

+ Extensive knowledge in computer mapping, including AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and ArcGIS.

+ Experience and knowledge in performing surveys in the Public Land Survey System.

+ Experience preparing Certificates of Government Corner Location.

Additional Requirements

This position requires an unrestricted Class D Driver's license with a clear driving record; per DNR Fleet Policy, only those 18 years of age or older with a valid driver's license may operate equipment and vehicles on behalf of the Agency.

Applicants must have the ability to meet the physical requirements and work in the environmental conditions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodations.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment verification form upon hire. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H1B status).

It is policy of the Department of Natural Resources that all candidates submit to a background check prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components:

+ Conflict of Interest Review

+ Criminal History Check

+ Education Verification

+ Employment Reference / Records Check

+ License / Certification Verification

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email [email protected] . Please indicate what assistance is needed.