Types of Membership with NCSS
*Membership Year Runs July 1st - June 30th. Log in today to join.
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIP $260
A Professional Land Surveyor holding a current or retired issued certificate of licensure by the North Carolina State Board of Examiners for Engineers and Surveyors to practice land surveying within the State of North Carolina and who has applied for and been accepted to membership and is current in payment of annual dues to the Society. Includes membership in NSPS.
ASSOCIATE MEMBERSHIP $30
Any person who has been certified by the North Carolina State Board of Examiners for Engineers and Surveyors as a Surveyor Intern. Any person with an interest in the surveying profession, who is not eligible to be a professional member and who has a desire to participate in the activities of the Society or any NCSS chapter.
SUSTAINING MEMBERSHIP $350
Any person, partnership, company, corporation, agency or other entity engaged in either the manufacture or distribution of surveying instruments or equipment, in the compilation or reproduction of maps, or in the performance of services for land surveyors; or shall be licensed as a surveying firm in North Carolina and the employees, who are not otherwise eligible to be Professional members may have Society benefits as voted on by the Society’s Board of Directors from time to time. Click Here for Registration Form
Benefits:
• Your logo & contact information in seminar materials, posted in the NCSS Office, and in The Tarheel Surveyor (online & print).
• Member pricing for events.
• Friday Feature highlights & social media engagement.
STUDENT MEMBERSHIP FREE
A student enrolled full-time in a geomatics, surveying, mapping, earth science or mathematics program in a university, college or high school.
PROFESSIONAL LIFE MEMBERSHIP FREE
A Professional Life member shall be a Professional member who has maintained membership in good standing in the Society for at least twenty-five (25) years and is age seventy-five (75) or older at the time of application, OR a Professional Life member shall be a Professional member who has maintained membership in good standing in the Society for at least twenty-five (25) years and is a Professional Land Surveyor, Retired with the NC Board of Examiners for Engineers and Surveyors and is age sixty-five (65) or older at the time of application.
Value of Membership
Some of the greatest assets of being a member of NCSS are not realized as part of the benefits package. NCSS has been committed to enhancing professionalism, improving legislative awareness and promoting the profession of surveying since its founding in 1939. Becoming a member allows you to partner with us in this worthwhile endeavor while also receiving all of the other benefits of membership. It further allows you the opportunities to fellowship and enjoy the camaraderie offered through meetings, classes and various other gatherings with Professional Surveyors and their affiliates statewide. These assets are invaluable… whether it’s the resources, seminars, discounts, special events, legislative updates, etc. being a North Carolina Society of Surveyors member makes life easy. What are you waiting for? Get started now.
Advantages of Membership
Founded in 1939, NC Society of Surveyors is the only professional organization representing Surveyors throughout our state. Here are some of the advantages to membership with NCSS:
DUAL MEMBERSHIP WITH NSPS
Your membership includes dual membership with the National Society of Professional Surveyors (NSPS).
STATEWIDE REPRESENTATION
NCSS is the only professional organization in the state, which through an elected Board of Directors and Officers is representing you and your chosen profession. The Board of Directors meets quarterly. Election of Officers is held annually. As a Regular Member, you have voting privileges.
AREA REPRESENTATION
The local Chapters of NCSS provide you with the opportunity to participate by interacting with fellow professionals in your area. This interaction allows for the dissemination of information not only from local governing bodies, but state and national entities, as well. It provides the professional surveyor with the chance to express personal and professional opinions about issues affecting daily business dealings and also the future of the profession. Meetings are usually held monthly at various locations throughout the state.
LEGISLATIVE REPRESENTATION / LOBBYING ACTIVITIES
NCSS has a strong and effective state lobbying program. The NCSS Lobbyist, who is also the Executive Director, works closely with the Legislative Committee, the Executive Committee, and the PAC to provide vigilant efforts to monitor legislation that may affect your livelihood. The NCSS legislative team has been successful in fighting off legislation that would adversely affect the profession and is working to implement legislation that may enhance your practice.
EDUCATION AND TRAINING
As an approved provider, NCSS offers an extensive array of seminars in locations throughout the state. The focus of our Education Program is to provide PDH benefits and to enhance the abilities of our members in order to ensure long-term viability of the profession. In addition to our seminars held during the last quarter of each year, which are offered at a $100 discount to NCSS members, you may also receive PDH credits at our annual Conference & Institute.
ANNUAL CONFERENCE & INSTITUTE
The annual meeting offers you an opportunity each year to connect with your colleagues from across the state. The Conference and Institute is also the ideal time to become acquainted with the NCSS leadership and an opportunity to obtain higher-level education. Furthermore, you can take home new ideas and information by attending seminars, visiting our ever-growing trade show, and attending various NCSS meetings.
THE TARHEEL SURVEYOR
This newly re-vamped publication has been gaining quite a bit of attention during the past year. The Tarheel Surveyor is the official publication of NCSS and is provided to members of the Society as a means of keeping you informed of NCSS business, activities and other happenings. Vendors are also well represented in the newsletter and always appreciate the mention of the advertisements.
THE MAPS DATABASE & RAILROAD RESOURCES
The MAPS Database & Railroad Resources Page provide you access to unrecorded maps and other research documents.
FRIDAY FEATURE
The weekly Friday Feature email keeps you up-to-date on pertinent professional issues.
FIND A SURVEYOR
Gain more exposure for your business by opting into the"Find A Surveyor" feature on the NCSS website.
NETWORKING OPPORTUNITIES
Networking opportunities are provided for you to meet with other members, vendors and clients.
ADMINISTRATIVE OPERATIONS
The NCSS staff is always eager to assist you with any questions, concerns or ideas you may have. Our goal is your satisfaction.
*Membership Year Runs July 1st - June 30th. Log in today to join.
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