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Position Title
Geographic Information System Specialist
Agency
Bureau of Land Management
Announcement Number
BLM-NM-22-11633745-DE-OPM Opens in new window
Open Period
Monday, October 17, 2022 to Monday, October 31, 2022
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Eligibilities
1. Do you claim Veterans’ Preference? (limit characters)
2. Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from the agency hiring for this position?   If yes, confirm:
 
  • you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND,
  • you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
  • you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
  • your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
 
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To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
 
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3. Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in a Federal agency other than the agency hiring for this position?  If yes, confirm:
  • you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND,
  • you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
  • you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
  • your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
 
For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.  
 
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
 
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Preferences
1. Select the location(s) you want to be considered for. You must choose at least one location. (limit characters)
2. Select the lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position. (limit characters)
Shared Certificates
1. I understand that additional selections may be made from this vacancy, within the same geographical area, by other bureaus from within the DOI, through shared recruiting activities, and my application may be shown to multiple hiring offices. Additional selections for similar positions across the entire Department of the Interior within the local commuting area(s) identified in this vacancy announcement may be made. By applying, I agree to have my application shared with any interested selecting official(s) within the DOI. There is no option to opt-out as my information will not be shared with other hiring agencies outside of the DOI. (limit characters)
Assessment 1
Your responses to this questionnaire, in conjunction with the other portions of your completed application, will be evaluated in determining your eligibility to be considered for the position. Choose the response that best represents your experience and training. Do not overstate or understate your level of experience and capability. Please note that your answers will be verified against the information you provided in your resume, transcripts, or application and information provided by your references. (limit characters)
1. From the descriptions below, select the one statement that most accurately describes the experience that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform the duties of this Geographic Information System Specialist position at the GS-09 grade level in the Federal Service. Read all responses before making your selection.
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2. From the descriptions below, select the one statement that most accurately describes the experience that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform the duties of this Geographic Information System Specialist position at the GS-11 grade level in the Federal Service. Read all responses before making your selection. (limit characters)
For each task in the following group, choose the statement from the list below that best describes your experience, education and/or training carrying out each task using the scale provided. Please select only one letter for each item. (limit characters)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
3. Define data need parameters for specific geospatial projects and/or assignments.
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4. Implements analytical techniques necessary to solve various procedural and factual geospatial and GIS issues.
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5. Digitize geographic information by translating raw land-based data into code.
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6. Identify interrelationships within data and applies layers of geographic data to produce spatial analysis and derivative maps to promote effective and economical management of natural resources.
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7. Reconcile coding errors and resolves technical problems.
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8. Analyze cumulative impacts of frequently measured environmental factors and conducts 3D/spatial analysis and geospatial modeling to analyze resource distribution and behavior.
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9. Administer geospatial databases and implements quality control and assurance guidelines for geospatial data projects.
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10. Conduct research to locate and obtain information from existing databases.
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11. Compile geographic data from a variety of sources.
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12. Provide technical user support for all aspects of geospatial data and/or software.
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13. Develop and implement quality control and assurance guidelines for geospatial data projects.
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14. Design, develop, and manage geospatial databases, including conversion of digital data in various formats.
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15. Develop working relationships with other groups, agencies, and/or the public to facilitate management strategies.
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16. Promote and implement an integrated training program to teach basic and complex skills in the use of geospatial software, data acquisition, retrieval, and analysis.
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17. Work with a diverse group of resources specialists, planners, and managers to coordinate and implement geospatial applications.
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18. Incorporate GIS resource data into a range of local planning documents and processes.
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19. Assist with long- and short-term planning and/or management activities of Enterprise Geographic Information Systems (GIS).
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20. Recommend changes to localized procedures and methods.
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21. Develop and/or implement quality control and assurance guidelines for geospatial data projects.
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22. Assist in the development of statewide standards and/or applications to ensure project consistency and effectiveness.
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As previously explained, your ratings in this Assessment Questionnaire are subject to evaluation and verification based on the resume and documents you submit. Later steps in the selection process are specifically designed to verify your ratings. Deliberate attempts to falsify information may be grounds for not selecting you, for rating you ineligible, for lowering your score, or for dismissing you from the position/agency during the probationary period, or other disciplinary action, including termination. Please take this opportunity to review your responses to ensure their accuracy. By agreeing to the statement below, you are confirming that you: understand this warning; have reviewed your responses to this questionnaire for accuracy; and verified that your responses accurately describe your current level of experience and demonstrated capability (limit characters)
23. Failure to agree or respond to the statement below will disqualify you from further consideration for this position. Select the most appropriate response below.
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