GIS Cartography Technician - Land Survey Mapping

US National Agricultural Statistics Service; Olivette (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

US National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) in Olivette, MO, designs and prepares final survey materials for land-area based surveys. The position involves reading satellite images and maps to identify land features, converting paper maps to digital files, and supporting cartography-related agency activities.

Eligibility for GS-09 to GS-11 levels is specified with related education requirements. Ideal candidates will have graduate-level education related to Geography or Urban Planning,

Qualifications

• Specialized experience in reading satellite images or maps to identify land features.
• Experience converting paper maps into digital files and following mapping procedures.
• Knowledge of combining and adjusting digital map data for GIS work is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Construct, sample, and prepare final survey materials for land-area based surveys.
• Provide technical support to Agency activities related to cartography or geography.

Skills

Reading satellite images

Interpreting maps

GIS data integration

Education

Master's degree in Geography/Urban Planning or related field

Two years of graduate education leading to a master's degree or related

Job description

US National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) in Olivette, MO, designs and prepares final survey materials for land-area based surveys. The position involves reading satellite images and maps to identify land features, converting paper maps to digital files, and supporting cartography-related agency activities.

Eligibility for GS-09 to GS-11 levels is specified with related education requirements. Ideal candidates will have graduate-level education related to Geography or Urban Planning,