Geographer

US Army Corps of Engineers; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The US Army Corps of Engineers is seeking a skilled geographer for a permanent role in Portland, Oregon. You will apply your expertise in geographic, cartographic, and land surveying practices to create and analyze GIS databases, supporting projects across the region.

Ideal candidates will bring strong GIS knowledge, attention to detail, and the ability to translate complex spatial data into actionable insights for engineering and construction programs.

Qualifications

• Expert knowledge of geographic, cartographic, and land surveying practices.
• Experience with GIS databases for creation and analysis.
• Ability to work on permanent federal role in Portland.

Responsibilities

• Apply geographic and cartographic expertise to GIS databases.
• Create and analyze GIS databases for projects.
• Support engineering and construction programs with spatial data.

Skills

Geography

GIS

Cartography

Land surveying

Job description

Position Overview/Duties

About the Position: As a geographer in this position you will apply your extensive knowledge and experience with geographic, cartographic, and land surveying practices and methodology for the creation and analysis of GIS databases.

Announcement Type

USAJOBS

Position Type

Permanent

Locations (City, State)

Portland, Oregon

Position Overview/Duties

About the Position: As a geographer in this position you will apply your extensive knowledge and experience with geographic, cartographic, and land surveying practices and methodology for the creation and analysis of GIS databases.

Other Conditions And Requirements

A Relocation Incentive may be considered. A Recruitment Incentive may be considered. Enhanced Leave Accrual may be considered. Advanced Rate of pay may be considered. Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration. You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship. This position requires a 1 year probationary period during which the agency evaluates your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In making this determination, the agency may consider your performance and conduct; agency needs and interests; whether your continued employment supports organizational or Government goals; and whether it promotes the efficiency of the Federal service. Continued employment requires written certification that it advances the public interest. Direct deposit of pay is required. Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees. If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet. This is a(n) Engineers and Scientists (Resources and Construction) Career Program position aligned under the Construction, Analysis, Science, Infrastructure & Engineers Career Management Directorate. Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement. Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement. Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest. Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a RA in your online application. Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case-by-case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, based on your adjudication decision. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments if you received the link after the close of the announcement. To determine if you need a RA, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments here: https://help.usastaffing.gov/Apply/index.php?title=Reasonable_Accommodations_for_USA_Hire