Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position is to serve as a Cartographic Technician in a developmental capacity, performing assignments designed to further develop applicable analytical and evaluative skills and techniques. This is a developmental position. All training must be completed, and regulatory requirements met prior to promotion. [cont. in "Duties" section]

Duties

THIS IS A TERM POSITION NTE 36 MONTHS Continued from "Summary" section: For GS-11: The primary purpose of this position is to serve as the geospatial systems analyst administrator for the development, maintenance, database administration, security, and adaptation of database technologies for the installation's Geographic Information System (GIS) as it relates to military common installation picture, mission data and facility management data. Duties/Responsibilities: FOR GS-07 Performs developmental assignments; performs recurring assignments. Participates in special initiatives, studies, and projects. Prepares written correspondence and other documentation. FOR GS-08/09 Performs developmental assignments; performs recurring assignments. Carries out special projects and participates in special initiatives and studies. Prepares written correspondence and other documentation. FOR GS-10/11 Serves as program administrator for the installation's base-wide GeoBase/GIS. Develops CADD/GIS related management and design programs, applications software guidance, standards and instructions. Establishes effective working relationships with scientists, engineers, designers and planners from other agencies and customers to include contractors and other public agencies, to facilitate exchange of information to resolve problems. Provides briefings to installation commanders, updating the capabilities of the GIS concepts and procedures to offer assistance on any day-to-day or real world situations that could involve natural disasters, accident response or other emergencies/contingencies operations.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• If authorized, PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement. More information on PCS requirements, may be found at: https://afciviliancareers.com/regulatory/
• This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Recruitment Incentive may be authorized for this position
• Relocation Incentive may be authorized for this position
• May be required to travel by military and/or civilian aircraft in the performance of official duties.
• May be required to work overtime or on an irregular tour of duty to ensure operation of data systems for exercises or emergencies.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance.
• The work requires the employee to operate a motor vehicle. An appropriate driver's license is required for the position.
• This position is designated a NON-CRITICAL APDP position. Category: Engineering and Technical Management Engineering (ETM) GS-13 and below: Level II; GS-14/15 Level III. This position has been designated as an acquisition position (cont...)
• and is covered by the Acquisition Professional Development Program (APDP). The employee must meet, or be capable of meeting Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) certification requirements applicable to the career (cont...)
• category designated on the position description within 24 months of assignment. This position also requires the employee to engage in acquisition continuous learning activities achieving 80 Continuous Learning points every 24 months.
• This is a drug testing designated position. The incumbent is subject to random testing for drug use.
• A Bachelor’s degree in a Computer Information Science or Mathematics or position-related discipline is desirable but not required. Membership in professional organizations is encouraged.

Qualifications

In order to qualify, you must meet the requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Technical and Medical Support Positions. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE FOR GS-07 LEVEL: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-06, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes knowledge of the basic principles, concepts, and methodology used in Cartography; Skill in applying basic principles, concepts, and practices of the occupation sufficient to perform moderately difficult assignments; Ability to effectively communicate information clearly, orally and in writing; Ability to gather and analyze basic facts and draw conclusions; Ability to learn the operation of automated data systems. OR EDUCATION FOR GS-07: One full year of graduate education in a related field meets the requirements for GS-7. NOTE: You must submit a copy of Transcripts. OR COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION FOR GS-07: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcripts. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE FOR GS-08 LEVEL: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-07, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes knowledge of, and skill in applying, cartographic principle, map design and production methods, and specialized, complicated techniques sufficient to prepare maps, graphs, and illustrations, use traditional cartographic tools and methods such as technical pens and scribing tool, use cartographic software, computer assisted drafting (CAD), file transfer protocols, and data archiving; and perform both automated and manual digitizing, and convert the raw data into Geographic Information System (GIS) databases. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE FOR GS-09 LEVEL: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-08, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes knowledge of the principles, concepts, and theories of Cartography and the standard practices, methods, and techniques of the occupation sufficient to perform difficult, but well-precedented assignments. Knowledge of analysis, evaluation, fact-finding, and investigative techniques in order to gather data, identify significant factors, and recommend a solution from a number of possible alternatives. Knowledge of the occupation to perform studies and prepare reports, documentation, and correspondence to communicate factual and procedural information clearly. OR EDUCATION FOR GS-09: Two full years of graduate education or a master's degree in a related field meets the requirements for GS-9. OR COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION FOR GS-09: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcripts. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE FOR GS-10/11 LEVEL: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-09 for GS-10, GS-10 for GS-11 or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes comprehensive and practical knowledge of relevant scientific concepts, practices, and standards, along with expertise in refining and developing analytical techniques, methods, and approaches, to: research, gather, analyze, and manipulate geospatial data; interpret the patterns and interrelationships represented by geospatial data; and lay out, coordinate, and execute difficult and complex maps with complicating features. Knowledge of the GeoBase system sufficient to perform the work of a system administrator and integrate, process, manage, analyze and manipulate data from surveying, cartographic, architectural, and engineering sources in order to develop and implement GIS capabilities and interactive mapping services for the installation. Knowledge of surveying techniques and cartography to execute projects involving substandard or conflicting source data and a combination of such problems as source documents of varying scale, inadequate control data, and poor quality photographs resulting in excessive tilt, absence of separately distinguishable features, weak definition, lack of contrast, poor image quality, or geometrical distortion. NOTE: YOUR RESUME MUST SUPPORT THE RESPONSE YOU SELECTED. FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-06 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-07 level. One year at the GS-07 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-08 level. One year at the GS-08 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-9 level. One year at the GS-9 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-10 level. One year at the GS-10 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-11 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: NOTE: See Education section for KSAs. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Education

KSAs FOR GS-07
1. Knowledge of basic principles, concepts, and practices of Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Computer Aided Drafting (CAD), Mapping and surveying methods, computer hardware/software systems.

2. Skill in applying basic principles, concepts, and practices of the occupation sufficient to perform entry-level assignments in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Computer Aided Drafting (CAD), Mapping and surveying methods, computer hardware/software systems.

3. Skill in communicating factual and procedural information clearly, orally and in writing.

4. Ability to analyze problems to identify significant factors, gather pertinent data, and recognize solutions.

5. Ability to plan and organize work, and consult effectively with co-workers.

6. Ability to learn and apply the principles, practices, methods, and techniques of the GIS/CAD program.

KSAs FOR GS-08/09
1. Knowledge of the principles, concepts, and theories of Cartography and the standard practices, methods, and techniques of the occupation sufficient to perform difficult, but well-precedented assignments.

2. Knowledge of analysis, evaluation, fact-finding, and investigative techniques in order to gather data, identify significant factors, and recommend a solution from a number of possible alternatives.

3. Knowledge of the occupation to perform studies and prepare reports, documentation, and correspondence to communicate factual and procedural information clearly.

4. Skill in applying the principles, concepts, and practices of the occupation sufficient to perform moderately difficult assignments.

5. Ability to communicate clearly, concisely, and with technical accuracy, both orally and in writing, as well as work in a professional manner with peers and management.

6. Ability to learn and apply analytical investigative techniques to accomplish work in the subject-matter field.

KSAs FOR GS-10/11
1. Thorough knowledge of CADD/GIS/GPS applications software and extensive knowledge of macro programming languages.

2. Knowledge of database systems related to CADD/GIS projects; extensive knowledge of ArcGIS applications, AutoCAD, and Oracle with skill in designing, organizing and managing diverse digital databases and geodatabases; and knowledge of MS Access, Excel, and Adobe.

3. Extensive knowledge of theories, principles, practices and application of GIS, CAD and GPS technology, as well as the ability to relate GIS technology to professional disciplines such as Community Planning, Engineering, Cartography and Natural Resource Science.

4. In-depth knowledge of Windows systems, associated devices and the inter-operability of systems, as well as of Windows and Oracle and /or MS SQL as a relational database, as well as the ability to complete system back-up and troubleshoot computer systems.

5. Knowledge of computer database managerial and systems administration techniques and ability to apply knowledge to information processing standards and procedures to CADD/GIS design projects.

6. Ability to work on complex teams of technical experts and computer end users; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; and deal tactfully, cooperatively and diplomatically with others.

IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY: If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcriptswith the application. Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience, transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click here to check accreditation.

FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

Contacts

• Address Nellis AFB 4475 England Avenue Ste 137 Nellis AFB, NV 89191 US
• Name: Total Force Service Center
• Phone: 1-800-525-0102
• Email: [email protected]