FUL – Geographic Information System Specialist

Summary

Explore a new career with the BLM – where our people are our most precious resource. This position is a Geographic Information System Specialist, GS-0301-05/07/09 working in Carlsbad, New Mexico for the Division of Resources. We expect to fill one vacancies at this time; however, additional positions may be filled from this announcement if they become available.

Duties

• Duties will be developmental in nature when filled below the full performance level.
• Compile, develop, and maintain geospatial datasets supporting land and natural resource programs.
• Enter, edit, and validate geospatial data following established standards. Perform basic spatial analyses to support planning, compliance, and operational needs.
• Provide maps and analytical products to specialists and managers.
• Perform basic spatial analyses to support planning, compliance, and operational needs.
• Produce maps, figures, and visual materials adhering to cartographic and BLM standards.
• Review mapping outputs for accuracy, consistency, and clarity.
• Assist staff with geospatial software use, data requests, and troubleshooting.
• Communicate data needs and coordinate with other GIS and program personnel.

Education

PROOF OF EDUCATION: All applicants who are using education or a combination of education and experience to qualify must submit copies of official or unofficial transcripts which include grades, credit hours earned, major(s), grade point average or class ranking, institution name, and student name. If any required coursework is not easily recognizable on transcripts, or if you believe a portion of a particular course can be credited toward meeting an educational requirement, you must also provide a memorandum on letterhead from the institution’s registrar, dean, or other appropriate official stating the percentage of the course that should be considered to meet the requirement and the equivalent number of units. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable; however, if you are selected for the position, you will be required to produce the original official transcripts. GRADUATE EDUCATION: One academic year of graduate education is considered to be the number of credits hours your graduate school has determined to represent one academic year of full-time study.

Such study may have been performed on a full-time or part-time basis. If you cannot obtain your graduate school’s definition of one year of graduate study, 18 semester hours (or 27 quarter hours) should be considered as satisfying the requirement for one year of full-time graduate study. FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the 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. For further information, visit: Recognition of Foreign Qualifications | International Affairs Office (ed.gov).

How You Will Be Evaluated

Resumes must not exceed two single-sided pages and resumes longer than two pages will not be accepted. The minimum font size is 10-point for all body text. Headers may be slightly larger but must remain legible. All resumes must maintain a minimum 0.5-inch margins on all sides to ensure readability and prevent excessive content compression.

Including supplemental pages or attachments disguised as resume extensions are prohibited and will not be reviewed to determine your eligibility/qualifications. You will be evaluated based on how your application materials reflect the qualification requirements of this position. Once the application process is complete, HR will review your application to ensure you meet eligibility and minimum qualifications. To determine if you are minimally qualified for this position, HR will complete a review of your resume, supporting documentation and responses to the online questionnaire.

This position is being filled under the Field Unit Local Hiring Authority. Under this authority, competitive rating, ranking, and veterans’ preference procedures do not apply. The Servicing Human Resources Office will determine whether applicants meet the qualification and eligibility requirements described in this announcement. Applicants who meet these requirements may be referred to the selecting official on a certificate of eligibles for consideration.

Applicants must certify that they maintain a permanent and exclusive residence within the defined vicinity of the field unit(s) listed in this announcement. Residency eligibility will be verified during the hiring process.

Required Documents

To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:

• Required Documents:
• Resume: At a minimum, your resume MUST contain job title (include job series and grade, if federal), duties, starting and ending dates (month and year), hours worked per week, and salary.
• USAJOBS has a template to ensure a complete resume.
• Your resume will be used to validate your responses to the assessment tool(s).
• Failure to provide required information will result in loss of eligibility.
• You are welcome to submit an optional cover letter.
• Your resume must show complete information for each job entry to support minimum qualifications.
• Failure to provide ALL required information on your resume will result in loss of consideration due to an incomplete application package.
• Transcripts: You MUST submit a copy of ALL your college transcripts or a list of ALL college courses that include hours and grades from an accredited U.S. college/university.
• Upon selection, official transcripts must be received prior to appointment.
• 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.
• Proof of residence: Please submit any of the below documentation: Mortgage or Property Deed – Must include your name and address Lease/Rental Agreement – Must be current and signed Utility Bill or Service Statement – Must be recent within 30 – 90 days, including your name and address Insurance Policy (Home/Auto) – Address must match residency claim Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) or interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) eligibles: Submit documentation verifying your CTAP/ICTAP eligibility – this includes a copy of the agency notice and your most recent SF-50 noting current position, grade level and duty location.
• Required documentation must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time, on the closing date of this announcement.
• Failure to submit any of the above-mentioned required documents may result in loss of consideration due to an incomplete application package.
• It is your responsibility to ensure all required documents have been submitted.