Geodesist

Department Of Commerce • Washington, DC

361d • $113,549 - $181,956

About The Position

This position is located in the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), National Ocean Service (NOS), National Geodetic Survey (NGS) with one vacancy in Seattle, WA or Corvallis, OR. This position is also announced under vacancy number NOS ONGS-25-12661359-DE, which is open to all US Citizens or Nationals. You must apply to both announcements if you want to be considered for both.

Requirements

• Applicants must be U.S. Citizens.
• Suitable for Federal employment, as determined by background investigation.
• Selectee may be subject to serving a one-year probationary period.
• Must be registered for Selective Service, if applicable.
• This position requires the operation of a Federal motor vehicle.
• A background investigation will be required for this position.

Nice To Haves

• Experience using geodetic survey instrumentation to develop and implement field geodetic surveys including Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) surveys.
• Experience designing and conducting geodetic surveys using GNSS and classical surveying techniques.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Regional Geodetic Advisor and liaison between the National Geodetic Survey (NGS) and its regional public, and academic and private sector constituents who manage the geodetic component of geospatial activities tied to the National Spatial Reference System (NSRS). Provide expert guidance and assistance to local partners and constituents performing geospatial activities that are tied to the NSRS.
• Provide administrative direction in guidelines, decisions, methodology, interpretation and evaluation processes caused by changes in program, technological development, unknown phenomena, or conflicting requirements.
• Provide technical expertise and authoritative advice to regional constituents in the use of geodetic products and services, and identify opportunities for improving them through engagement with geospatial, surveying and mapping communities. Maintain awareness of current developments in geodetic science technology, updates and improvements to geodetic reference systems, and application to geospatial activities.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package as a federal employee.
• Access to a range of benefits designed to make your federal career rewarding.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Administration of Economic Programs
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees