- Position Title
- Cartographer
- Agency
- National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
- Announcement Number
- NOS OCS-24-12550125-DE Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Friday, September 20, 2024 to Monday, September 30, 2024
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Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
2.
Are you a current Department of Commerce employee who meets the definition of surplus or displaced from a position in the competitive service that makes you eligible under the Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP)? If yes, please confirm that you meet all the following eligibility requirements:
- This position is in the same local commuting area as the position of record from which you will be separated; and
- This position is at a grade level no higher than the grade of the position of record from which you will be separated; and
- This position has no greater promotion potential than the position of record from which you will be separated; and
- You have a current performance rating of record of at least fully successful or the equivalent; and
- You have not yet been separated.
3.
Are you a current or former employee of a Federal agency (other than the Department of Commerce) who meets the definition of displaced from a position in the competitive service that makes you eligible under the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP)? If yes, please confirm that you meet all the following eligibility requirements:
- This position is in the same local commuting area as the position of record from which you were separated; and
- This position is at a grade level no higher than the grade of the position of record from which you were separated; and
- This position has no greater promotion potential than the position of record from which you were separated; and
- Your last performance rating of record was at least fully successful or the equivalent; and
- You were separated from your position of record less than one year ago.
Assessment 1
Please select the responses to the questions below that best describes your experience as it relates to this position.
1.
I meet the Individual Occupational Requirements for the Cartography series, 1370 because I have:
2.
In addition to meeting the Individual Occupational Requirement, select the statement that best describes the experience that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform the work of a Cartographer, ZP-1370-4 pay band or equivalent grade level (GS-13) in the Federal service.
3.
Describe your experience reviewing compiled charting databases and developed chart products to ensure accordance with standard charting practices, policy and procedures.
4.
Describe your experience recommending changes to processes, procedures, and software to improve the efficiency of chart production.
5.
Describe your familiarity with the nautical chart or other similar navigation products.
6.
Select the response that best describes your experience analyzing and interpreting scientific and technical information; applying the information in a context of management consequences; and representing the policies of the organization with respect to this information.
7.
What is your experience in providing training to scientific and technical staff?
8.
Select the response that best describes your experience leading teams in cartographic projects, performing specific tasks with defined deadlines, milestones, and goals.
9.
What is the level of your experience in writing technical documentation including policies, procedures or work instructions?
10.
Do you have experience developing work plans, balancing workloads, and meeting deadlines related to producing charting products?
11.
Do you have experience evaluating cartographic products against data specifications and recommending corrective measures to resolve deficiencies?
12.
Select the statement that best describes your experience working with internal and/or external customers to resolve problems and satisfy expectations in providing quality products and services.
13.
Do you have experience reviewing charts, recommending alternate ways of representing chart features, and providing feedback to correct chart compilation errors?
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
14.
I certify, to the best of my knowledge, that all the information in my application is true, and that I have truthfully and accurately represented my work experience, knowledge, skills, abilities and education. I understand that providing false or fraudulent information may be grounds for not hiring me or for firing me after I begin work. I also certify that I have read the entire vacancy announcement; that I have reviewed my answers to the eligibility questions for accuracy; and that I understand what supporting documentation, if any, is required for submission and when it's due.