State of Wisconsin

Bureau Survey and Plat Coordinator - Sign-on Bonus $3,000

State of Wisconsin$67K — $97K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of survey experience, including establishing horizontal and vertical control.
  • Proficiency with robotic total stations and GPS equipment.
  • Experience with Civil 3D, Trimble Business Center, or related software for survey data processing.
  • Current Wisconsin Professional Land Surveyor License (for Advanced level).

Responsibilities

  • Modernize survey practices and procedures within the unit.
  • Develop consistency in surveying standards across regions.
  • Conduct quality checks on surveying work and review plats for accuracy.
  • Monitor performance standards to ensure high-quality deliverables.
  • Oversee the maintenance of survey data workflows and code libraries.
  • Support hardware and software purchases and maintenance for regional survey operations.

Benefits

  • $3,000 sign-on bonus for new applicants without previous state employment.
  • Professional development opportunities within a reputable state agency.
  • Strong community impact via work on regional improvement programs.
Full Job Description
Position Summary

This position is under the general supervision of the Chief Surveying and Mapping Engineer and is responsible for supporting the work of region survey, plat, and data coordinators reviewing and guiding the survey work of others in support of delivering the improvement program.

Duties include modernizing survey practices and procedures; developing consistency between regions; developing and reviewing contract special provisions; conducting quality review checks; reviewing plats; monitoring performance standards; maintaining survey data workflows and standard feature code libraries; supporting region survey hardware and software purchasing / maintenance / licensing; and supporting other functions of the Geodetic Surveys Unit and Surveying & Mapping Section. This position resides in the Geodetic Surveys Unit and works closely with other unit staff; region Survey Coordinators, Plat Coordinators, Data Coordinators, and Technical Application Specialists; the Photogrammetry Unit; and the Bureau of Project Development Methods Development Unit.

To review the full position description, please email Sonam Lhanze at

Salary Information

This Senior level is in schedule-range (14-14) with an annual salary of $67,084 - $76,377, plus excellent benefits.

The Advanced level is in schedule-range (14-13) with an annual salary of $84,864 - $97,593, plus excellent benefits. Plus $2,080 additional for holding a WI Professional Land Surveyor license.

A twelve-month probationary period is required. Pay for current state employees will be set in accordance with the Wisconsin State Compensation Plan.

A $3,000 sign-on bonus applies to those who do not have any prior permanent full-time state service in the last five years and agree to remain in the position for one year. The $2,000 will be paid on the first paycheck.

Job Details

This state agency does not sponsor work visas. This state agency is not enrolled in USCIS E-Verify and is not eligible to employ international F-1 students seeking STEM-OPT extension. Any appointment made will be contingent on the applicant being able to prove valid status to work in the United States.

Prior to any appointments for position(s) filled from this announcement, candidates may be subject to a comprehensive criminal background check which may include FBI fingerprinting.

Qualifications

Qualified applicants at the Senior level will have experience with all the following:
  • Establishing horizontal and vertical control with horizontal coordinates/elevation
  • Using robotic total station and GPS equipment
  • Using computer programs such as Civil 3D, Trimble Business Center, or other related programs to process survey data
Qualified applicants at the Advanced level will have the above criteria in addition to the following:
  • A current Wisconsin Professional Land Surveyor License

How To Apply

Apply online! To apply, click "Apply for Job" to start the application process. Then, you will access your existing account or to create a new account if you don't have an account. Once you are logged in, click "Apply for Job." Follow the steps outlined in the application process and submit your application.

This application requires you to submit a resume and letter of qualifications. Within your resume and letter of qualifications, you should describe your education, training, and experience as it relates to items listed in the "Qualifications" section of the job announcement. Your application materials are very important parts of your application and are used during our evaluation process to determine your eligibility for the position. For instructions on how to develop and what should be included in these materials, please view the Resume and Letter of Qualifications Tips document. Please view the ensuring a fair and equitable hiring process document to find out more information on the State of WI selection process. The vast majority of applicants are able to outline their background and experience in their resume within 1-3 pages. Any resumes or letters of qualifications submitted with more than 3 pages will not be considered after page 3.

Permanent classified state employees who are eligible for consideration (transfer or voluntary demotion) should complete the application process as described above by the stated deadline.

The State of Wisconsin offers a special program for qualified veterans with a 30% or greater service-connected disability. If you are a qualified veteran, please visit the Veterans Employment page and review method 2 for application instructions to be considered for the Veterans Non-Competitive Appointment program.

Submitted materials will be evaluated by a panel of job experts and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. For general wisc.jobs user information and if you are experiencing issues and need technical assistance, please see the wisc.jobs Frequently Asked Questions page. Questions related to obtaining the job description and details about this specific job posting can be directed to Sonam Lhanze at [email protected]

Deadline to Apply

Applications are due by Thursday, July 30th, 2026, at 11:59pm CST.

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