Explore a new career with the BLM - where our people are our most precious resource. This position is located in Newcastle, WY. We expect to fill 1 vacancy at this time; however, additional positions may be filled from this announcement if they become available.

Duties

Implement analytical techniques necessary to solve recurring, procedural, and factual geospatial and GIS issues. Analyze cumulative impacts of frequently measured environmental factors and conduct basic 3D/spatial analysis and geospatial modeling to analyze resource distribution and behavior. Provide technical user support and troubleshooting assistance for recurring problems related to GIS hardware and application support. Participate on interdisciplinary teams at the local level.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Be sure to read the How to Apply and Required Documents Sections.
• You cannot hold an active real estate license: nor can you have an interest or hold stocks in firms with interest in Federal Lands.
• Direct Deposit Required.
• Appointment will be subject to a favorably adjudicated background/suitability investigation/determination.
• Your resume must contain enough information to show that you meet the qualification requirements as defined in the announcement. In addition, your responses to the questions must adequately reflect in your resume.
• May require a one-year probationary period.

Qualifications

In order to be rated as qualified for this position, we must be able to determine that you meet the qualification requirements - please be sure to include this information in your resume. No assumptions will be made about your experience. To qualify for the GS-7, you must meet one of the following: one year of specialized experience, equivalent in difficulty and complexity to the next lower grade (GS-5). Example: Knowledge of standardized geospatial and GIS software/hardware applicable to the BLM. -OR- 1 academic year of graduate education in a course of study that directly reflects the job-related KSAs/competencies necessary to satisfy the minimum qualifications and perform the duties of the position. -OR- superior academic achievement -OR- An equivalent combination of Education and Experience. To qualify for the GS-9, you must meet one of the following: one year of specialized experience, equivalent in difficulty and complexity to the next lower grade (GS-7). Example: Knowledge of standardized geospatial and GIS software/hardware applicable to the BLM. Ability to learn the interrelationships between various natural and cultural resources (i.e. range, wildlife, soil, water, minerals) programs in order to work with a diverse group of resources specialists, planners, and managers to implement geospatial applications. Knowledge of Geographic Information Systems (GIS), related technology, and analytical techniques in order to learn to resolve moderately complex GIS issues and complete a variety of well-precedented projects and assignment in support of business operations and natural resource management activities within the BLM. -OR- master's or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree. -OR- An equivalent combination of Education and Experience. To qualify for the GS-11, you must meet one of the following: one year of specialized experience, equivalent in difficulty and complexity to the next lower grade (GS-9). Example: Knowledge of Geographic Information Systems (GIS), related technology, and analytical techniques in order to learn to resolve moderately complex GIS issues and complete a variety of well-precedented projects and assignment in support of business operations and natural resource management activities within the BLM. Knowledge of standardized geospatial and GIS software/hardware applicable to the BLM. Ability to learn the interrelationships between various natural and cultural resources (i.e. range, wildlife, soil, water, minerals) programs in order to work with a diverse group of resources specialists, planners, and managers to implement geospatial applications. -OR- Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree. -OR- An equivalent combination of Education and Experience. Superior Academic Achievement (See OPM's General Policies, Application of Qualification Standards Section 4.f.) S.A.A. must have been gained in a curriculum that is qualifying for the position to be filled. 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. You must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of the announcement.

Education

If using education to qualify, you must submit copies of all transcripts or a list of college courses that include hours and grades from an accredited U.S. college/university. See Required Documents section for more information.

Contacts

• Address BLM Wyoming State Office BLM Wyoming State Office, WY-953 5353 Yellowstone Road Cheyenne, WY 82009 US
• Name: BLM HR WY
• Phone: 3077756026
• Email: [email protected]