Title: Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Analyst

State Role Title: Info Technology Specialist II

Hiring Range: $67,000 - $75,000

Pay Band: 5

Agency: Department of Military Affairs

Location: Blackstone, FTBAR

Agency Website: DMA

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

About the Agency:

The Virginia Department of Military Affairs State Team provides professional and responsive state support functions to the Adjutant General of Virginia, the Virginia National Guard, the Virginia Air Guard, and the Virginia Defense Force in order to ensure their ability to support and defend the United States and the Commonwealth of Virginia.

Purpose of Position:

To provide Geographic Information Systems (GIS) guidance and support to the Virginia Department of Military Affairs Environmental Office. Individually or as part of a team, performs site surveys for Virginia Army National Guard using Global Positioning System (GPS) hardware and software; processes collected data for entry into GIS database using GIS software; maintain metadata for all models based on GPS and other survey data. Updates GIS data as policies of Virginia Army National Guard properties and training areas change over time and assures both currency and accuracy of data for use in management and reporting activities. Acquires data from outside sources (aerial photographs, section maps, topographical surveys, etc.) for use in GIS projects and also monitors any contracted GIS data for accuracy, completeness, and adherence to standards.

This position is limited to one (1) day of telework per week, and is subject to change based on the agency head and Governor of Virginia.

Minimum Qualifications

Must be familiar with the most current version of Environmental Systems Research Institute (ESRI) Arclnfo Desktop GIS and ArcGIS Pro;

Must be proficient with Spatial Data Standard for Facilities Infrastructure and Environment (SDSFIE) and the Federal Geographic Data Committee (FGDC) Content Standard for Digital GeoSpatial Metadata (CSDGM);

Experience managing GIS data for development of model building, allowing for display in web-based and desktop GIS applications;

Excellent skills in communication, fiscal management, and project management to include the ability to coordinate between multiple stakeholders;

Experience as a GIS technician/specialist utilizing ESRI GIS software required as well as experience in geography, cartography, and geoscience;

Advanced knowledge and skills in geospatial applications; in remote sensing; in the use of computers for digital imaging and GIS processing, analysis, visualization and/or digital cartographic techniques;

Experience with Microsoft 365, including Microsoft: Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint;

Must have-and maintain a valid Virginia Driver's License.

Additional Considerations

Experience with web applications such as ArcGIS API for FLEX/Javascript and working knowledge of Python (Arcpy), Model Builder, SQL, Lidar, ArcObjects, and Spatial Analyst a plus.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Employment offers may be subject to any of the following:
o Extensive criminal background check
o Pre-employment drug screening
o Employment reference checks
o Virginia DMV Driver Alert System
o Pre-employment physical examination

Must have, and maintain, a valid Virginia Driver’s License for the duration of employment;

Must obtain and maintain a Common Access Card (CAC);

The Department of Military Affairs is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all persons and applicants, without regard to age, color, disability, gender, national origin, political affiliation, genetic information, race, religion, sexual orientation, sex (including pregnancy) or veteran status. DMA encourages and invites minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply.

We are a “Virginia Values Veterans” (V3) certified state agency that provides hiring preference to Veterans and Members of the Virginia National Guard in support of Executive Order 29, (2010). If you are a Veteran or Virginia National Guard Member, we urge you to respond accordingly on your state application and/or resume.

AmeriCorps and Peace Corps and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.

The application must be detailed and fully completed. All employment and periods of unemployment (if applicable) must be listed within the application; either on an attached resume, or manually listed in the “Relevant Work History” section. Each application is reviewed for documentation that shows the applicant meets the minimum and preferred qualifications stated in the job announcement. The decision to interview an applicant is based on the information provided on the application, therefore, it is essential to fully complete each section of the application and provide descriptive information. Submitting an incomplete state application, or a state application lacking in detail, may result in your non-selection. This website will provide a confirmation of receipt when the application is submitted for consideration.

This position is restricted, meaning the funding for this job is non-general and/or non-recurring.

This job is a civilian position and does not require military service (including commission and enlistment).

Contact Information

Name: Loreley A. Leabhart

Phone: (804) 313-1694

Email: loreley.a.leabhart2.nfg@army.mil

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.