Geospatial Cartographer

About the role

Digitize historical survey plats and georeference them into a modern coordinate system for a state archive land-records modernization project.

Responsibilities

• Scan fragile historical survey documents
• Perform rubber-sheeting to control points
• Transcribe metes-and-bounds calls
• Reconcile overlaps with current parcel boundaries

Requirements

• Patience and meticulous attention to detail
• Experience with archival care and handling of fragile documents
• Strong understanding of coordinate-system fundamentals