Job Listing: Cartographic Technician, GS-1371-05/06/07/08/09/10
Duty Locations
few vacancies - Clark County [includes Las Vegas & Nellis AFB], NV few vacancies - Research Triangle Park, NC Founded in 1970, EPA is a dynamic organization employing people fromdiverse backgrounds dedicated to improving and preserving the
quality of public health and the environment. EPA seeks to recruit
exceptional men and women who will work in new creative ways that
are cleaner for the environment, cheaper for business and taxpayers,
and smarter for America's future.
This position is located in the Office of Research and Development
(ORD), National Exposure Research Laboratory (NERL), in the
Environmental Sciences Division (ESD), Landscape Ecology Branch
located in Las Vegas, NV, or in Research Triangle Park, NC.
The duty location will be determined after a selection has been made
for this position. The salary will be commensurate with the duty
location of the selected individual.
Please visit NERL for more
information on the laboratory in which this position is located.
NOTE: This position is also being announced under Merit Promotion
procedures under announcement number RTP-MP-2008-0252. To be
considered under multiple announcements, applicants must apply
separately under each announcement.
Major Duties
At the full performance level, the incumbent will provide technicalsupport to scientist engaged in carrying out environmental research,
sampling, field studies or similar work.
Assists in the planning and implementation of digital spatial data
manipulation software. Devises and implements small computer
applications to convert geographic information from one format to
others. Utilizes large-format scanners to acquire map data in
raster format and various GIS, image processing, and CAD software to
raster-to-vector conversion. Utilizes GIS to create digital maps
and contain complex scientific data, with a high degree of quality,
accuracy, and precision.
Creates and analyzes two- and three-dimension digital data of
geology, biology, hydrology, climatology, and elevation.
Designs and programs in HTML to enhance GIS outputs, with a strong
emphasis on creating interactive web sites. Utilizes graphic
design, Dream Weaver, templates, and databases to provide
visualization tools for a variety of user communities.
The primary difference between grade levels is the degree of
supervision, the level of training and guidance provided, and the
complexity of assignment.
This position has no extramural resources management duties.
How to Apply
NOTE: USAJOBS recently implemented a feature which permits you toupload certain documents to your account. Please note at this time
the Environmental Protection Agency is not accepting online
attachment documents. It is important that you carefully read and
follow the instructions in the Required Documents section to ensure
your supporting documentation is received in our office so you will
receive appropriate consideration for this position.
Resume and application questions for this vacancy MUST be received
on-line via the USAJOBS web site BEFORE midnight Eastern Time on the
closing date of this announcement. If you fail to submit a COMPLETE
online resume, you WILL NOT be considered for this position. Paper
applications WILL NOT be accepted and requests for extensions WILL
NOT be granted.
If applying online poses a hardship to any applicant, the Human
Resources Office listed on this announcement will provide assistance
to ensure that applications are submitted online by the closing
date. Applicants MUST CONTACT the Human Resources Office listed on
this announcement PRIOR TO THE CLOSING DATE to speak to someone who
can provide assistance for online submission. Most libraries, local
employment offices, and vocational rehabilitation services can
provide access to the Internet and assistance for online
submission. If you fail to submit a COMPLETE online resume, you
WILL NOT be considered for this position.
Questions regarding this announcement should be referred to the
Human Resources Office listed on this announcement.
Required Documents:
All veterans must submit a copy of their DD 214 or documentation of
qualifying service or receipt of a qualifying campaign badge or
medal to claim veteran's preference. Veterans claiming 10-point
preference must also submit an SF 15 and its supporting
documentation.
When substituting education for experience, you must provide a copy
of your school/college transcripts or a list of courses including
course title, credit hours, and grade. If you do not provide proof
of your education, your application may be rated ineligible.
You must ensure that the vacancy announcement number is annotated on
your documents.
These documents must be received by the closing date of this vacancy
announcement.
Fax your documents to 919-541-2186. Or you may e-mail them to
rtphrmdjobs@epa.gov; enter the vacancy announcement number in the
subject line.
Contact Information:
Barbara Howard
Phone: 919-541-1358
Fax: 919-541-2186
Email: howard.barbara@epa.gov
Or write:
Environmental Protection Agency
109 T.W. Alexander Drive
MD-C639-02
Research Triangle P, NC 27711
Fax: 919-541-2186
What To Expect Next:
Once your complete application is received and the vacancy
announcement closes, we will conduct an evaluation of your
qualifications and determine your ranking. All applicants will be
notified of the final status of this vacancy announcement through
email.
Required Skills
Qualifications
Applicants must have general and/or specialized experience and/oreducation as described below. This requirement is in accordance
with the Office of Personnel Management's Operating Manual for
Qualifications Standards for General Schedule Positions.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: At least one year of specialized
experience comparable in difficulty and responsibility to the next
lower GS grade level in the federal government is required.
Specialized experience is that which has equipped the applicant with
the experience to successfully perform the duties of this position.
Candidates may qualify on the basis of education alone as follows:
GS-07: One full year of graduate education directly related to the
work of this position.
GS-09: Two full years of graduate education or a master's degree
directly related to the work of the position.
Examples of specialized experience are:
GS-05: Work performed in close association with cartographic
scientists or other technical personnel which provided knowledge of
cartographic techniques; such as color-code, attribute tag, and
digitize map data for all types of topographic, hydrographic, and
transportation features shown on a variety of topographic map series.
GS-06: Process digital cartographic data using computer-assisted
systems for entry into a digital cartographic database; assign
attribute codes from graphic source materials by raster or vector
scanning methods using interactive computer systems.
GS-7: Compute traverse and inverse to determine starting-point and
stopping-point coordinates for lines and text from known
coordinates; compute points of origin and chart corners so that data
is properly oriented on final maps.
GS-8: Prepare maps, graphs, and illustrations as part of a block or
segment of a project which involves entire, multi-stage maps of
moderate difficulty or a portion of a larger more diversified
project using conventional methods, procedures, or techniques;
establish controls and edit guides, horizontal and vertical
controls, geodetic and plane coordinates, and other geodetic
controls used in mapping; use cartographic software, computer
assisted drafting (CAD), file transfer protocols, and data
archiving; perform both automated and manual digitizing, and convert
the raw data into Geographic Information System (GIS) databases.
GS-9: Complete difficult phases of compilation in the construction,
revision, and maintenance of maps and charts; select, adjust, and
position planimetric detail from various source maps of different
scale.
GS-10: lay out and monitor difficult digital projects requiring the
selection and position of map information from various scales and
adjusting data to compile manuscripts of specified scale; review or
edit complex manuscripts for proper encoding of map data and
building digital files that can be manipulated to produce maps of
various scales; execute standard methods in processing extremely
dense features requiring resolution of symbol interference; evaluate
geodetic consistency necessary to transform graphic and digital data
into various forms or output that conform to geometric requirements
for the selected projection.
The occupational questionnaire is designed to assess your ability to
demonstrate the following competencies:
Knowledge of a wide range of concepts, principles, practices and
applications of geographic information systems technology and
digital data.
Skill in programming in a GIS environment using and manipulating
ArcObjects.
Ability to design and develop web-based systems to disseminate
information using emerging web technologies and applications.
Ability to communicate in writing.
Ability to communicate orally.
Skill coordinating project activities with others.Applicants who are qualifying based on education alone or a
combination of education or experience MUST submit a copy of your
school/college transcripts or a list of courses including course
title, credit hours, and grade. You must submit your required proof
as described in the Required Documentation section. Be sure to
include the vacancy announcement number on your documents.
Foreign education must be evaluated by a private professional
organization specializing in interpretation of foreign education
credentials or an accredited U.S. educational institution in terms
of equivalency to a degree acquired at an American college or
university. A copy of the evaluation results must be included in
your application package. If you do not include a copy of the
evaluation as part of your application package, your foreign
education will not be considered.
All males born in 1960 or later (who are selected for appointment)
must certify that they have met registration requirements under the
Selective Service Law prior to appointment.
In accordance with Federal and Agency travel regulations, the
candidate selected for this position will be reimbursed for all
travel, transportation, and relocation expenses associated with
reporting for duty to this position.
Date Posted: July 14, 2008
Job Details |
Job Location |
Candidate Application |
| Employer: | Address: | Contact: |
| Job Type: Full-time | City: Henderson | |
| Experience:Any | State: Nevada | |
| Education: College | Zip Code:89014 | Online: Website Link |
Salary and Benefits
Salary Range: 29,726.00 - 64,482.00 USD per year
Benefits
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reference to explore the major benefits offered to most Federal
employees. http://www.usajobs.opm.gov/ei61.asp
Join EPA in protecting human health and the environment and enjoy
many work life quality options including flexible work schedules,
telecommuting, fitness centers, career and personal development,
leave, retirement programs, health benefits, group life insurance
and long term care insurance programs, biweekly pay schedule, and
transit subsidy.
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