Cartographer

Cartographer Duties

As a Cartographer, you will perform the following duties:

1. Interpret and apply a wide variety of cartographic and mapping data using geographic information system (GIS) software in order to maintain the national navigational database used to produce nautical charts. Compile this information into the database using established charting policies, standards, and procedures as documented in the Nautical Charting Manual and other documentation.
2. Research historical information and charting records to resolve discrepancies between existing charted information and new data.
3. Use knowledge of map projections and datums, both horizontal and vertical, to process and transform incoming mapping data to a form appropriate for use in nautical charting. Produce electronic navigational charts from the database and use validation software and procedures to ensure that the charts conform to the applicable international standards.
4. Review the work of other Marine Chart Division cartographers and contractors for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with the Nautical Chart Manual and other documentation. Recommend changes to processes, procedures, and software to improve the efficiency of chart production.

NOTE: These duties are described at the full performance level of the ZP-3; the ZP-2 is developmental leading to such performance.