Explore a new career with the BLM - where our people are our most precious resource. This position is located in Reno, Nevada. Information about Nevada State Office in Reno, NV and the surrounding area can be found at Reno/Sparks Chamber of Commerce We expect to fill one vacancy at this time; however, additional positions may be filled from this announcement if they become available. This position is authorized a 10% incentive - see Additional Information.

Duties

Knowledge of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and related technology to use seasoned judgment and advanced analytical techniques to solve complex geospatial and GIS issues and recommend changes to established geospatial procedures and methods. Ability to utilize GIS and related technology to improve business operations and natural resources management activities within the local organization. Knowledge of geographic/cartographic sciences, interdisciplinary resource management/database management to design, develop, and manage geospatial databases. Knowledge of appropriate database design principles to identify interrelationships within GIS data. Knowledge of functions, principles, techniques of land use planning, including outdoor recreation and interdisciplinary resource management to assist in the integration of Enterprise GIS with long/short-term planning and management activities. Knowledge of interrelationships between natural and cultural resources (i.e., range, wildlife, soil, water, minerals) programs to work with a diverse group of individuals to coordinate and implement geospatial applications. Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing with a variety of audiences to present complex/abstract ideas and information in easy-to- understand formats that increase understanding of Bureau programs, policies, and objectives. Ability to provide clear and convincing oral presentations, listen to others, attend to nonverbal cues, and respond appropriately.

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. For the GS-09 level: 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-07) in the federal service. Specialized experience is further defined as solving various procedural and factual geospatial and GIS issues, digitizing geographic information, analyzing environmental factors, and conducting 3D/spatial analysis and geospatial modeling. For the GS-11 level: 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-09) in the federal service. Specialized experience is further defined as supporting business operations and natural resources management in GIS, distinguish data parameters for projects, solve complex geospatial and GIS issues, calculate cumulative impacts of various environmental factors, conduct 3D/spatial analysis and geospatial modeling, digitize geographic information. 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 within 30 days of the closing date of the announcement. Federal employees in the competitive service are also subject to the Time-In-Grade requirement in accordance with 5 CFR 300.604. If you are a current Federal employee in the General Schedule (GS) pay plan and applying for a promotion opportunity, you must have completed a minimum of 52 weeks at the next lower grade level. Physical Demands: The work is primarily sedentary, requiring long periods of sitting in one position, intense concentration, and working for several hours at a time. Stress may be experienced on a regular basis in attempting to respond to conflicting objectives and in working against tight deadlines with limited resources. Work Environment: The work is primarily in an office/computer room environment. Occasional fieldwork may be required. Fieldwork is in support of resource mapping projects and involves extended days of travel, sometimes in poor weather conditions. The incumbent must be comfortable with less than ideal conditions in remote settings in the accomplishment of mapping projects.

Education

This position falls under the Administration and Management Series, 0301.

This position has a substitution of education for Specialized Experience. See qualification section for a description of the education substitution for specialized experience.

If using education to qualify, submit a copy of ALL your college transcripts or a list of ALL college courses that include hours and grades from an accredited U.S. college/university. Upon selection, official transcripts must be received prior to appointment. If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet qualification requirements, you must show that your education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university.

All selections and tentative offers of selection are contingent upon submission and verification of 'official' transcripts if selected.

Contacts

• Address BLM Nevada State Office BLM Nevada State Office NV-953 1340 Financial Blvd. Reno, NV 89502 US
• Name: Jessica Parkhurst
• Phone: 781-808-6384
• Email: [email protected]