Interdisciplinary (Geospatial Analyst)

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Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• Must be a current permanent Federal employee
• Must have supervisory approval to apply to the Joint Duty Assignment. DHS 250-2 Application Form under "required documents" section.
• Must NOT have any pending/outstanding disciplinary actions
• Must have achieved a minimum of "meet expectations/proficiency" on latest performance appraisal/evaluation
• Must be currently at the grade level of the detail. *No Temporary Promotion Opportunity*
• The program does not apply to members of the Military service or contractors.
  
  

Qualifications

Qualifications required: Minimum Requirements for Interdiscipinary (Geospatial Analysis) Joint Duty Assignment

• Comprehensive level of understanding of Geographic Information System (GIS) technology and Geospatial Intelligence (GEOINT) technology as well as geography, cartography, and geoscience.
• Advanced knowledge and skills are required in geospatial applications; in remote sensing; in the use of computers for digital imaging and GIS processing, analysis, visualization and/or digital cartographic techniques.
• Knowledge and experience related to GEOINT / GIS applications, geospatial standards, and spatial database design and development.
• Two years' experience with ArcGIS Pro in creating maps, data visualizations, and for analysis and modeling.
• Two years' working experience with AutoCAD 2020 or above.
• Physical Demands The work is mostly sedentary, however, while participating in field exercises, Equipment weighing 25 to 50 pounds may have to be lifted and carried while conducting mission support. Mission support may include some physical exertion, such as walking over rough, uneven ground or wet surfaces for extended periods.
• Work Environment Work is usually in an office environment that maintains normal temperatures, humidity, adequate lighting and control of noise levels. On occasion, the individual may be subject to rugged field conditions while participating in mission support.
• Travel and Work Hours Must be willing and able to travel for special event support on-location (over 50% travel).
  
  

Please read the following important information to ensure we have everything we need to consider your application:

It is your responsibility to ensure that you submit appropriate documentation prior to the closing date. Your resume serves as the basis for qualification determinations and must highlight your most relevant and significant experience as it relates to this Joint Duty assignment opportunity announcement.

Be clear and specific when describing your work history since human resources cannot make assumptions regarding your experience. Your application will be rated based on your resume.

Please ensure EACH work history includes ALL of the following information:

• Job Title (Include series and grade of Federal Job)
• Duties (Be specific in describing your duties)
• Name of Federal agency
• Supervisor name, email, and phone number
• Start and end dates including month and year (e.g. June 2007 to April 2008)
  
  

Education

EDUCATIONAL SUBSTITUTION: There is no educational substitution for this position.

Additional information

• DHS does not offer any additional benefits beyond that which the Federal employee is already receiving.
  
  

If the position requires a security clearance, employees must have a SECRET or TOP SECRET clearance to placement AND must maintain that level of clearance while performing in the position.

Selected applicants for a JDA are requested to fulfill the items below during the JDA:

• Complete the DHS Training Course 15 days prior to the arrival to the JDA.
• Complete the DHS Joint Duty Assignment Progress Plan to include:
• Phase 1: Establish assignment objectives within the first 30 days of the JDA.
• Phase 2: Complete a self-assessment of the duties performed at the mid-point of the JDA.
• Phase 3: Complete a final review within the last 30 days of the JDA.
  

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