Cartographer

Come be a part of something big! Smart Minds, Cool Jobs and Awesome Rewards! Fueled by innovation, talent and ambition, the Air Force Civilian Service (AFCS) is seeking civilian professionals prepared to deploy war-winning capabilities on behalf of the United States Air Force. Experience a fabulous career as a Cartographer, GS-1370-12 part of America’s Federal Civil Service! Dive into the dynamic work experience this entry-level opportunity, beckoning those with at least 3-5 years of prior work experience. To work with the Logistics Support Branch (HQ AFRC/A4PL), Resource Integration Division (HQ AFRC/A4P), Logistics, Engineering, and Force Protection Directorate, located at Headquarters Air Force Reserve Command, Robins AFB, GA. This is a Federal Government civilian position – no active or reserve duty commitments Starting 27 September 2025, all Federal resumes must be no more than two (2) pages. Learn More: DUTIES Provides administrative oversight, geospatial data quality control, and coordination and maintenance of policy, development of tools, applications, and processes for the AFRC GeoBase Program. Develops and coordinates guidance and resources to organize, train, and equip installation personnel to maintain installation geospatial mapping information; surveying methodology, standards, and techniques; and provides technical oversight and support for GIS/CAD software for the AFRC GeoBase Program. Utilizes comprehensive and practical cartographic (map making), GIS, and surveying knowledge to plan, procure and collect hard and soft copy materials to facilitate the development of AFRC GeoBase capabilities. Establishes effective working relationships with scientists, engineers, designers, and planners from other agencies and customers, to include contractors and other public agencies, to facilitate the exchange of information and resolve problems. Provides training, material resources, and information security support. KEY REQUIREMENTS The employee shall be required to obtain and maintain a SECRET security clearance Work requires significant knowledge of installation infrastructures. Travel by regularly scheduled commercial or military conveyance in accordance with Joint Travel regulations may be required in performance of temporary duty. Must possess a high degree of tact and diplomacy and demonstrated leadership and managerial abilities to successfully execute and manage command operations. AF military experience is desirable, but not mandatory, for the successful performance of the work. Position will require outdoor fieldwork. The employee must meet physical requirements to perform this work. The employee may be recalled to duty and required to work overtime during other than normal duty hours, which may include evenings, weekends and/or holidays on an emergency basis. The work may require the employee to drive a motor vehicle. An appropriate, valid driver’s license may be required for the position. Obtaining a bachelor’s degree in GIS, civil engineering, or related disciplines and professional certifications (e.g. GISCI GIS-P) are highly suggested. Membership in professional organizations is encouraged. In addition to any of the qualifications required as standard by OPM for one of the disciplines used for this position, a bachelor’s degree in cartography, engineering, land surveying or related disciplines (e.g. GIS, geography, photogrammetry etc.) or several years’ experience as a cartographic technician (1371) or cartographer, engineering technician or engineer, or surveying technician or similar vocations is preferred. Professional certifications are recommended including GISCI GIS-Professional (GIS-P) or other credentials. Membership in professional organizations is encouraged. Professional knowledge of geospatial concepts, analytical skills and application of a wide range of qualitative and quantitative methods to evaluate a large variety of program and organizational needs, and total force capabilities necessary to assess and improve AFRC GIS data. Analytical and evaluative methods and procedures and skill in evaluating program operations to develop comprehensive plans and to analyze work processes and continually improve them to meet customer requirements. Knowledge of ESRI GIS mapping software and products and in geodatabase configurations and types, workflows, versioning and replication, and use limitations. Of analytical and evaluative methods and procedures and skill in evaluating program operations to develop comprehensive plans and to analyze work processes and continually improve them to meet customer requirements. Of the capabilities, limitations, and employment of COTS (commercial off-the-shelf software) used in the development and deployment of the AFRC GeoBase Program. Knowledge of geospatial concepts, theories, principles (e.g. geography, cartography, geometry, geodesy, photogrammetry, remote sensing, etc.) and their applications to geospatial practices, operations, and analysis (e.g. GIS, CAD, BIM, GPS, surveying, etc.) to manage jurisdictional areas (e.g. military installations, municipalities, utility districts, etc.) and their facilities. Knowledge of industry spatial data standards (e.g. National CAD, FGDC, SDSFIE, ISO, NBIMS, etc.). Knowledge of functional work area disciplines (e.g. engineering, planning, utilities, communications, security, safety, environmental management, emergency response, etc.) and business processes to support these functional requirements. Knowledgeable in the use of surveying equipment, total stations, data collectors, and GPS. Knowledgeable in the techniques and procedures used to setup survey control points and complete various types of surveys for the purpose of providing hard and soft copy data in support of developing an enterprise GIS. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing to prepare and present briefings, coordinate joint planning efforts to manage the execution of the GeoBase Program with clarity. Ability to deal tactfully, cooperatively and diplomatically with peers, users, managers and leaders. Ability to develop training plans and conduct training programs will enable the commanders and other installation users to utilize the vast capabilities of the GeoBase Program. Ability to train in instructor-led and on-the-job environments. BENEFITS TIME OFF 13 sick leave days VACATION TIME Based upon length of employment … start at 13 days and earn up to 26 days INSURANCE - No waiting period to qualify for health insurance for you and your family. RETIREMENT - Immediate coverage by the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS), part of a three-tiered system which contains: Basic Benefits Plan Social Security Thrift Savings Plan (TSP), similar to a 401 (k) AFCS is Equal Opportunity Employer. U.S. citizenship required. Must be of legal working age. #J-18808-Ljbffr