This term position may be located in Baltimore, MD; Delaware, OH; Irvine, PA; or remotely within the contiguous United States. The incumbent will participate as a team member with analysts and scientists in all phases of the research process and support technical, operational, and management responsibility for specific phases of the research. For more info about the duties of this position, please contact Miranda Mockrin at [email protected] .

Duties

Perform geospatial analyses of large datasets using Geographic Information Systems (GIS), including metadata documentation Provide program support for the collection, compilation, storage, analysis, reporting, and distribution of strategic multi-resource data Assist researchers or staff in the manipulation of data Operate complex computer systems and software packages Utilize geospatial technology such as geographic information systems; image processing; remote sensing; or web, mobile and global positioning systems Compile natural resource, topographic, and cartographic data for creation of thematic map products and presentation materials Use established procedures to produce maps and graphics for partners and other inventory specialists

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen or National.
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service or exempt.
• Subject to satisfactory adjudication of background investigation and/or fingerprint check.
• Successful completion of one-year probationary period, unless previously served.
• Per Public Law 104-134 all Federal employees are required to have federal payments made by direct deposit to their financial institution.
• Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit E-Verify.

Qualifications

In order to qualify, you must meet the eligibility and qualifications requirements as defined below by the closing date of the announcement. For more information on the qualifications for this position, visit the Office of Personnel Management's General Schedule Qualification Standards. Your application and resume must clearly show that you possess the experience requirements. Transcripts must be provided for qualifications based on education. Provide course descriptions as necessary. Basic Requirement for the 0401 series: Degree: biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or related disciplines appropriate to the position. or Combination of education and experience: Courses equivalent to a major, as shown in A above, plus appropriate experience or additional education. In addition to meeting the basic requirement, you must also possess experience and/or directly related education in the amounts listed below. Minimum Qualifications: For the GS-09 level: The applicant must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-07 level in the Federal service. To qualify at the GS-09 level, your resume must show one year of specialized experience at the GS-7 level or above performing 3 out of 4 the following: Participating in the development of data dictionaries, data models, and metadata for multi-disciplinary information and geospatial applications Participating in the initial stages of project planning and providing technical support for forestry research projects Creating thematic map products and presentation materials using established automated map and chart making processes Applying basic geographic and cartographic principles to the resolution of issues in geospatial database construction and map compilation OR Two years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to a master's degree, or master's or equivalent graduate degree with a thesis or coursework related to forest ecology, natural resources, or geography. OR An appropriate combination of specialized experience and education described above. Only graduate education in excess of 18 semester hours may be used to qualify for this grade level. Your education must have been obtained in an accredited college or university and demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Education

See above for education that may be qualifying for the specific grade level.

Contacts

• Address USDA Forest Service HRM Contact Center DO NOT MAIL IN APPLICATIONS, SEE INSTRUCTIONS IN THE ANNOUNCEMENT. Albuquerque, NM 87109 US
• Name: HRM Contact Center
• Phone: 1-877-372-7248 X2
• Email: [email protected]