Cartographer (Geospatial Program Manager)

About the Position: Executes geospatial program requirements independently under the broad guidance of the United States Forces Korea Command Engineer, determining methodologies and resolving technical conflicts to ensure successful mission execution.

Duties

• Manage analytical studies and plan program requirements for the exchange and production of geospatial mapping information while coordinating with external engineering and intelligence partner organizations.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of production processes for geospatial products and data to execute study improvements, modify workflows, and review technical, operational, and equipment proposals.
• Maintain the operational integrity, security, and quality control of the common operating picture web portal, authoritative databases, and published map services across multiple networks.
• Develop standardization specifications for cartographic methods and research to ensure database compliance with national facility standards and provide technical support to production teams.
• Perform specialized spatial analyses and terrain assessments using advanced mapping software to create integrated datasets and dynamic web applications that support strategic planning.

Qualifications

Basic Requirements: Degree in cartography; or a major that included or was supplemented by at least 30 semester hours in cartography and/or directly related science, and related mathematics. Such course work includes, but is not limited to, cartography, astronomy, geodesy, photogrammetry, physical and geological oceanography, computer science, land surveying, geophysics, physical geography, and remote sensing.

Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level in the Federal service which includes the following: 1) Perform complex spatial and terrain assessments by applying advanced cartographic principles and utilizing specialized geospatial software; 2) Lead operational studies by planning and executing project phases while coordinating mission requirements across multiple organizations; 3) Oversee authoritative databases and metadata by managing access controls and secure data publication across large enterprise networks; and 4) Evaluate technical workflows to establish compliance standards, resolve system anomalies, and document operational process improvements.

Conditions of Employment

• This position requires the incumbent be able to obtain and maintain a determination of eligibility for a Secret security clearance or access for the duration of employment.
• This position has a Temporary Duty (TDY) or business travel requirement of up to 10% of the time.
• This position requires the incumbent to possess, or obtain and maintain, a valid regular or official U.S. Passport.

Occupations and job series: 1370 Cartography

Salary: $90,925 - $118,204 per year (GS 13)