- Position Title
- Cartographic Technician
- Agency
- National Park Service
- Announcement Number
- PW-1548-SR-25-12608946-DE Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Friday, January 3, 2025 to Friday, January 10, 2025
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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.
Would you accept a temporary 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.
2.
Credit will be given for all appropriate qualifying experience. To receive credit for experience, your resume MUST clearly indicate the nature of the duties and responsibilities for each position, starting and ending dates of employment (MUST include beginning and ending month/year e.g., 5/2019-10/2019 or 5/10/2019-10/20/2019), and the resume must reflect full and/or part-time or total number of hours worked (i.e., work 40+ hours a week, rather than indicating full-time). If part-time, the exact hours must be annotated to be able to pro-rate the amount of qualified specialized experience.
3.
To qualify based on education, you must submit a legible copy of transcripts from an accredited institution with your name, school name, credit hours, course level, major(s), and grade-point average or class ranking. Transcripts do not need to be official, but if you are selected for this position and you used your education to qualify, you must provide official transcripts before you begin work.
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.
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.
Assessment 1
Your responses to this questionnaire, in conjunction with the other portions of your completed application, will be evaluated to determine your qualifications for this position. Please carefully follow all instructions before submitting your responses. Once you have submitted your application, items that are left blank will not receive credit.
1.
From the descriptions below, select the one response that best describes how your background meets the specialized experience or education requirements for a Cartographic Technician, GS-1371-07 position. Read all of the responses before making your selection. If you leave this question blank you will be rated ineligible. If you do not meet these experience requirements, you will be considered not qualified and will not receive consideration for this position.
Cartography: Knowledge of the concepts, principles, theories, and methods related to the research, design, development, or revision of maps, charts, and related cartographic products, and photogrammatic and cartographic processing.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
2.
Use ArcGIS software to create, manage, edit and document digital geospatial data.
3.
Use ArcGIS software to create and maintain geodatabases.
4.
Create and manipulate 3D geospatial data (x,y,z coordinates).
5.
Geo-reference data and perform geographic transformations of Geographic Information System (GIS) layers to change projections.
6.
Import data from AutoCAD to create and edit Geographic Information Systems (GIS) data layers.
7.
Use GIS or professional graphics software suites to produce map products.
Technology Application: Uses machines, tools, instruments, or equipment effectively; uses computers and computer applications to analyze and communicate information in the appropriate format.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
8.
Set up GPS mobile data collection apps (e.g. ArcGIS Field Maps or Survey123) to streamline the collection of digital geospatial data.
9.
Collect data in the field using sub-meter (resource-grade) GPS equipment for use in geospatial analyses.
10.
Collect data in the field using geodetic (survey-grade) GPS equipment and assist with surveying.
Technical Competence: Knowledge of how to perform one's job. Refers to specialized knowledge that is acquired through formal training or extensive on-the-job experience.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
11.
Work independently to prioritize multiple GIS data services requests and manage and document project time and deadlines effectively.
12.
Provide GIS/GPS support to others in the production of GIS map products and digital geospatial datasets.
13.
Develop and implement protocols for the management of GIS data through a project life-cycle, including proper metadata documentation and archiving techniques.
14.
Develop metadata according to FDGC data standards for spatial information.
15.
Manage spatial data and developed data management practices to ensure data quality and security in networked office environment.
16.
Automate manual processes with scripting or model building.
Oral Communication: Expresses ideas and facts to individuals or groups effectively; makes clear and convincing oral presentations; listens to others; facilitates an open exchange of ideas.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
17.
Train others in cartographic techniques and in the use of GIS and GPS technology.
18.
Train others (volunteers, interns) in GIS/GPS techniques and present programs relaying GIS/GPS concepts for both professional and general audiences.
19.
Document complex GIS processes or workflows through the creation of detailed written technical reports.
20.
Serve as a technical representative on work groups, task forces or projects and convey technical information to inform team members.
21.
Communicate effectively with others to understand and efficiently create a map product.