Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Analyst (Internal)

Usps Oig; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

USPS Office of Inspector General seeks a GIS analytics professional to manage and analyze large nationwide data sets using ArcGIS Pro, configure spatial web services, and share outputs via Enterprise Web GIS platforms. The role emphasizes modernization via cloud/data lakehouse concepts and programmatic automation using Python, SQL, or JavaScript.

Candidates should bring 2 years of GIS specialization and a strong ability to communicate findings clearly in writing and speech.

Qualifications

• You must have a Bachelor's degree with quantitative/analytical components.
• 2 years of specialized experience with Geographic Information Systems (GIS).
• Desirable: Databricks, Jira, Power BI experience.
• Knowledge of Postal Service processes and data systems is beneficial.
• Experience in law enforcement, auditing, or mailing industry is advantageous.

Skills

ArcGIS Pro

Spatial Web Services

ArcGIS Online

Geospatial Analysis

Python

SQL

JavaScript

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geography, GIS, CS, MIS, Engineering, Data Analytics

Tools

Databricks

Jira

Power BI

Job description

*PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT IS ONLY OPEN TO CURRENT UNITED STATES POSTAL SERVICE OFFICE OF INSPECTOR GENERAL, UNITED STATES POSTAL SERVICE, UNITED STATES POSTAL INSPECTION SERVICE AND POSTAL REGULATORY COMMISSION EMPLOYEES. OTHER APPLICANTS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

You must meet ALL of the minimum qualifications listed below.

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Geography, GIS, Computer Science, Management of Information Systems, Engineering, Data Analytics, or like degree with a significant quantitative, mathematical, or analytical component.

AND

• Must have 2 years of specialized experience with Geographic Information Systems (GIS).

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

• Professional experience with Databricks, Jira, and/or Power BI.
• Domain Knowledge (Postal): Knowledge and experience with Postal Service processes and related data systems for mail processing, delivery, logistics, or other business functions.
• Domain Knowledge (OIG): Knowledge and experience in law enforcement, auditing, and/or the mailing industry.

EVALUATION FACTORS

You must have the experience, knowledge and skills as listed in EACH of the evaluation factors. Failure to demonstrate that you meet all of the evaluation factor requirements as listed below will result in a score of zero (0); an ineligible status, and you will not be referred for further consideration. Include your major accomplishments relevant to the position requirements in your resume.

• Experience managing, mapping, and analyzing large, nation-wide data sets using ArcGIS Pro and experience configuring spatial web services and sharing analytical outputs using Enterprise Web GIS platforms (e.g. ArcGIS Online, ArcGIS Portal).
• Knowledge of or experience supporting strategic planning, evaluating emerging technologies, and testing new geospatial capabilities (such as cloud data Lakehouse integrations) to modernize platform operations.
• Experience in programmatic development and task automation using scripting languages such as Python (ArcPy/PySpark), SQL, or JavaScript.
• Quantitative and qualitative skills for troubleshooting complex system issues, identifying operational bottlenecks, developing technical recommendations, and supporting contract task execution and documentation (e.g., SOPs, DR runbooks, architecture diagrams).
• Ability to express and present ideas clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

You will no longer be considered for this position if you: fail to respond to all of the questions in the self-assessment questionnaire; fail to address a factor in the narrative section (no response or "See resume" or similar language will be scored a zero (0)); or receive a zero (0) rating on any evaluation factor.

Failure to demonstrate that you meet all evaluation factor requirements will result in a score of zero (0). Upon receipt of a zero score, you will be deemed "not minimally qualified," and you will not be referred for further consideration.