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Public Land Name:
BLM National Landscape Conservation System (NLCS) Position Title:
Science / GIS Specialist (Winter) Agency: BLM Position Type: GeoCorps Position ID Number:
2015412 Location:
Washington, DC Accepting Applications? # of current Applicants: 0 Position Description:
The Intern will assist with various public land management projects, as assigned. The participant will work in close coordination with BLM Staff Specialists, including the Science Advisor to the BLM's National Conservation Lands. The participant may be asked to conduct high-profile assignments with short deadlines and must be prepared to handle rapidly evolving assignments.
In particular, the intern will help to synthesize science information for external audiences. Other science assignments may include working on science plans for BLM lands and other similar work.
The intern may provide support to a recreational mapping project requiring some GIS/mapping skills. Goals, outcomes, and deliverables:
The project will provide the successful candidate with experience in the management of National Conservation Lands and science related to public land management.
Specific products will result from each task. Agency involvement (project oversight, mentoring, team building, etc.):
Professional development & learning opportunities: (trainings, certifications, networking, etc.):
Leadership Development:
Presenting Project Results:
Physical/Natural Environment:
This position is located in an office building in southeast Washington DC. The office building is located close to the U.S. Capitol Building and multiple amenities, such as a Metro line and the professional baseball stadium. Work Environment:
Work is carried out in a normal office space, with adequate lighting, heating, ventilation, etc. Off-site programs may be in an outdoor environment where climate, weather, and terrain require care in how the student works. Qualifications:
Applicants should have completed at least two years towards a degree in environmental science, natural resources management, or similar science-related field. Ability to write clearly and communicate information to management is required.
Ideally, applicants should have some experience with ArcGIS desktop software, ArcGIS online mapping (or similar online mapping application), and MS Office Suite.
The Applicant should have a strong attention to detail and be highly organized. Applicants should be able to work well independently, with little supervision, and also be able to work collaboratively with others. Finally, the Applicant should have an interest in public lands and natural resource management.
Prior to starting this position a government security background clearance will be required. Vehicle / Driver's License Requirement (If applicable):
x Position Dates:
ASAP, beginning fall/winter 2014 Position Duration: 24 weeks Hourly Wage: $6,750 Housing Details:
On-site or agency housing is not provided. The participant will be responsible for finding their own housing, but will receive a housing allowance to pay for their housing. Local agency staff will be able to provide some guidance in the search for housing. If you have questions about the application and selection process, please contact GSA's GeoCorps managers. If you have questions about any aspect of the position — description, qualifications, housing, dates — please direct them to the contact(s) listed in the project description. Remember, application materials can only be submitted online. The project contact(s) will not accept application materials sent to them via e-mail, mail, fax, etc. See the full program details at the GeoCorps homepage. PRIMARY CONTACT INFORMATION
Sally Butts
Deputy Division Chief, NLCS
20 M St. SE
Washington, DC 20003
 (202) 912-7170
 sbutts@blm.gov
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Nikki Moore
Division Chief, NLCS
20 M St. SE
Washington, DC 20003
(202) 912-7624
nmoore@blm.gov
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