- Position Title
- Geographic Information System (GIS) Specialist - Interdisciplinary
- Agency
- National Park Service
- Announcement Number
- NPS-IRA-24-12341724-DE Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Tuesday, March 5, 2024 to Monday, March 11, 2024
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Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
2.
Are you a United States Citizen?
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3.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from the agency hiring for this position? If yes, confirm:
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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.
- 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 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.
4.
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:
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.
- 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.
Preferences
1.
Select the location(s) you want to be considered for. You must choose at least one location.
2.
Select the series you want to be considered for. You must choose at least one series.
3.
Would you accept a term appointment?
A review of your resume and supporting documentation will be made and compared against your responses to the Assessment Questionnaire to determine if you are qualified for this job. If your resume is incomplete or does not support the responses provided in the Assessment Questionnaire, or if you fail to submit all required documentation, you will be rated 'ineligible', 'not qualified', or your score will be adjusted accordingly. If a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications or experience, you can lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully; errors or omissions can affect your rating.
You will not be considered for any eligibility you do not select. For all eligibilities selected, you must provide supporting documentation defined in the required documents section of the vacancy announcement to receive consideration. Please follow all instructions carefully; errors or omissions will affect your eligibility.
Assessment 1
Thank you for your interest in the GIS Specialist, GS-0150-0401-1301-1370-09, position with the National Park Service. This position may be filled in any one of the following professional occupational series: Geographer, GS-0150; Biologist, GS-0401; Physical Scientist, GS-1301, or Cartographer, GS-1370. You must meet the U.S. Office of Personnel Management's (OPM), Basic Requirements for each series you wish to be considered for, AND also meet OPM's Qualification Standards for Professional and Scientific positions. Your responses to this questionnaire, in conjunction with other portions of your completed application, will be evaluated to determine your qualifications. Please carefully follow all instructions before submitting your responses. Your ratings are subject to change if discrepancies exist between your responses and supporting documents.
Basic Requirements for Geography, GS-0150:
1.
From the description below, select the best response that best describes how you meet the basic requirements for Geography, GS-0150.
Basic Requirements for Biologist, GS-0401:
2.
From the description below, select the best response that best describes how you meet the basic requirements for a Biologist, GS-0401.
Basic Requirements for Physical Scientist, GS-1301:
3.
From the description below, select the best response that best describes how you meet the basic requirements for a Physical Scientist, GS-1301.
Basic Requirements for Cartographer, GS-1370:
4.
From the description below, select the best response that best describes how you meet the basic requirements for a Cartographer, GS-1370.
GS-09 Specialized Experience and/or Education:
5.
In addition to meeting at least one of the Basic Requirements (1-4), you must also possess the following OPM's Qualification Standards. From the descriptions below, select one response that best describes how your background meets the specialized experience AND/OR educational requirements for this position at the GS-09 level. Read all responses before making your selection. MARK ONLY ONE RESPONSE. If you select more than one response, or leave this question blank you will be rated ineligible. If you do not meet these qualification standards, you will be considered not qualified and will not receive further consideration.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
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Check data products, evaluate data accuracy, quality and spatial integrity, to produce data and information that meets user requirements.
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Utilize Geographic Information System (GIS) software tools to create field mapping methodologies and field mapping applications.
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Post-process Global Positioning System (GPS) data and integrate it into geodatabases and web-based databases.
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Use Geographic Information System (GIS) software tools to restructure and improve geodatabase structure and data management flow to increase efficacy and decrease processing time.
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Create compliant metadata to Federal standards including the posting of geospatial data and its metadata to web-based databases.
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Operate mapping or survey grade Global Positioning System (GPS) survey equipment in field surveys, planning projects and/or processing field data for export into Geographic Information System (GIS) database.
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Apply concepts of datums and coordinate systems accurately to create, edit, combine and display Global Positioning System (GPS) and Geographic Information System (GIS) data.
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Use ArcGIS or similar software to create and edit spatial data from various sources, including on-screen digitizing and importing spatial data from other formats.
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Interpret and analyze aerial and satellite imagery to create raster and vector thematic data using on-screen digitizing and spatial analysis.
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Create maps to the scale and accuracy required, and clearly represent thematic data according to accepted cartographic standards, to effectively communicate the information requested.
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Perform spatial analysis of vector data (proximity, feature extraction, selection queries, etc.).
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Perform spatial analysis of raster data including three-dimensional (3D) analysis (cost/distance, overlay/math, surface creation, time series analysis, etc.).
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Design and develop web maps using web map services or other techniques.
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Create, edit, present, and document spatial Geographic Information System (GIS) data using GIS software such as ArcGIS, ERDAS Imagining or similar.
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Build and maintain relational databases within relational database management systems (RDMS) software and ESRI geodatabases.
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Train others in the use of Global Positioning System (GPS) tablets and receivers form Trimble, Arrow, or other standard GPS manufacturers, and in the use of Geographic Information System (GIS) products from ESRI or other standard GIS developers.
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Design and develop spatial data inventories and cross linkages to ensure software and data structure compatibility.
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Communicate effectively in writing with people having a wide range of understanding of Geographic Information System (GIS) technology.
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Assist in the preparation of professional reports, studies or other plans.
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Assist non-Geographic Information System (GIS) staff with data preparation, map creation, and data review.
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Provide email responses to requests for data, metadata and technical assistance.
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Maintain written logs of project work to accurately convey work done and project status.
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Provide spatial data and map products to staff across all divisions.
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Respond to questions defining user needs and project requirements to create successful outcome.
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Assist in the maintenance and training of end-users for field data collection devices and software/apps.
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Develop useful web maps and online products to support end-users field data collection (GPS) work.
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Communicate with a variety of staff regarding complex technical topics under a variety of circumstances and knowledge levels.
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I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, all of the information included in this questionnaire is true, correct, and provided in good faith. I understand that if I make an intentional false statement, or commit deception or fraud in this application and its supporting materials, or in any document or interview associated with the examination process, I may be fined or imprisoned (18 U.S.C. 1001); my eligibilities may be cancelled, I may be denied an appointment, or I may be removed and debarred from Federal service (5 C.F.R. part 731). I understand that any information I give may be investigated. I understand that responding "No" to this item will result in my not being considered for this position.