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Public Land Name: BLM Eastern States State Office Position Title: GIS Specialist, DHA-RAI Program (2 positions) Agency: BLM Position Type: DHA Position ID Number: 2019807 and 2019808 Location: Washington, D.C. Accepting Applications? No # of current Applicants: 0 Position Description: The Bureau of Land Management's multiple-use mission is a powerful tool for unlocking development of modern energy infrastructure and supporting job growth in the energy industry. Most BLM managed minerals lie beneath lands described by the Public Land Survey System. The Public Land Survey System grid could use improvement in the areas that are considered of high importance in the Eastern States. Namely the Superior National Forest and the Wayne National Forest as well as other lands where there are federal interests. Once the grid is improved the data will be converted to web maps and applications. The process for this project is well defined and suitable for entry level GIS specialists or interns. Goals, outcomes, and deliverables: The intern will become oriented to BLM Eastern States State Office during the first week. The intern will learn about the General Land Office CDI and Patent document indexing. The project will introduce Citrix, and georeferencing PLSS plats to contribute to the raster catalog for current projects. The intern work will help improve PLSS data for Wayne National Forest, and the will document their workflow for entering and editing PLSS surveys. The intern will also work on story map development for the General Land Office, which publishes a “plat of the week” (for more information, please visit the General Land Office Records of the Week Story Map). Other tasks will include seamline editing for the georeferenced plat application, and converting data into web maps and applications. The intern will brief the Eastern States GIS team on status of project from time to time, and they will present their project near the end of the internship. Agency involvement (project oversight, mentoring, team building, etc.): The project coordinator will provide supervision and will conduct a weekly check-in with the DHA intern. The project coordinator will work with the intern and provide access to the EGIS network and Eastern States geospatial data. The intern can expect that the project coordinator or the alternative coordinator will be available to work with the intern for the full period of the internship. The intern will also engage with staff at Eastern States General Land Office Branch, Cadastral Office Branch, and the Northeastern/Southeastern district offices. Professional development & learning opportunities: (trainings, certifications, networking, etc.): The DHA Resource Assistant Internship (DHA-RAI) Program at the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is a specialized internship opportunity within the Department of the Interior (DOI). The internships bring new and diverse viewpoints to the BLM while working on specific projects targeted for attracting, recruiting, and filling mission-critical and hard-to-fill occupations. The objective of the internship is to build a pathway towards employment in the DOI for highly-motivated students in higher education. DHA-RA interns who successfully complete the internship requirements will receive a two-year eligibility period (starting from their degree completion date) during which they can be non-competitively hired by the DOI. Successful completion of the internship does not guarantee that the participant will be hired into a federal position. For more information, please visit the BLM Direct Hire Program website. Leadership Development: The intern will participate in rigorous projects that focus skills and reveal the work qualities of the individual. The internship project provides the opportunity for the intern to develop or apply personal responsibility in their work. The rigorous schedule of the internship helps develop project management skills. The intern will also work with multiple stakeholders in their project, which will help the intern develop/demonstrate communication skills, and experience navigating organizational hierarchies. Presenting Project Results: Intern will present their project near the end of the internship. Participant is also encouraged to present their results at a GSA Annual Meeting or GSA Section Meeting. Physical/Natural Environment: See the BLM office's website for more information. Work Environment: The office can provide basic amenities, such as a workstation/desk/chairs, computer or laptop, printer, Internet access, and phone access. Qualifications: Qualified applicants will be familiar with georeferencing raster images in ArcGIS, editing and creating geospatial datasets, and creating web maps and applications using ArcGIS Online and/or ArcGIS Enterprise. Applicants pursuing a degree program in geography, GIS or a related field are preferred. Candidates should demonstrate interest or experience in the following areas: Skill development Real-world problem solving Critical thinking skills Project management Communication skills Strong work ethic and independence Teamwork and collaboration In order to be eligible for a DHA-RA Internship, participants must be a U.S. citizen or U.S. permanent legal resident (“green-card-holder”). The DHA-RA internship focuses on ensuring the full representation of women and participants from Minority Serving Institutions (MSIs) or other schools with diverse student populations, to include African Americans, Asians, Pacific Islanders and Native Americans, Hispanics, Veterans, and individuals with disabilities. Applicants must be enrolled in, or recently graduated from an associate’s, bachelor’s, master’s or doctoral degree program at an accredited institution of higher education. Students enrolled in a graduate certificate program are not eligible to participate in DHA-RA Internships with the BLM. To qualify as a recent graduate, the student’s official graduation date cannot be more than six (6) months prior to June 3, 2019. Prior to starting this position a government security background clearance will be required. Vehicle / Driver's License Requirement (If applicable): Applicant must have a valid driver’s license and a good driving record. Please note many GeoCorps projects are in remote locations, where a vehicle is necessary or highly recommended for transportation and access to amenities (exceptions include the Washington D.C. area, Alaska, and Hawaii). Position Dates: 06/03/2019 to 08/16/2019; alternate start date must be pre-approved Position Duration: 11 weeks, 40 hours/week; applicants must be able to complete 11 full weeks Hourly Wage: $15.00/hour + $660 allowance for commuting expenses; participant also receives round-trip travel reimbursement up to $700. Housing Details: Free, on-site agency housing is generally NOT available. Participants will use a portion of their wage to cover costs of a local rental. If desired, GSA and the agency can provide assistance in locating suitable housing. The selected participant is encouraged to discuss the housing situation with local agency staff. 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 Lesley Petrie Education and Outreach Program Coordinator 3300 Penrose Place Boulder, CO 80301  (303) 357-1097  lpetrie@geosociety.org Website SECONDARY CONTACT INFORMATION Matthew Dawson Education Programs Manager 3300 Penrose Place Boulder, CO 80301  (303) 357-1025  mdawson@geosociety.org Website