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Public Land Name: BLM Washington Office Position Title: GIS Specialist, DHA-RAI Program Agency: BLM Position Type: DHA Position ID Number: 2019822 Location: Washington, D.C. Accepting Applications? No # of current Applicants: 0 Position Description: The intern will update Indian Health Service (IHS) contracted datasets on ArcGIS Online upon receiving monthly deliveries. The intern will write scripts to build visual reports using contractor layers. The intern will build web mapping applications to support data collection using ArcGIS Online. The intern will provide support for geospatial technology and perform GIS duties such as developing data needed for mapping layers, improving capabilities for mapping these layers, and making the systems used to map these layers more efficient and effective. Goals, outcomes, and deliverables: The intern will gather and refine data for use in mapping layers, and map these layers using new data and existing data layers for a more effective and efficient process. The intern will become familiar with office staff, project expectations, and the BLM multiple use mission. The intern must complete all required trainings. The intern will also familiarize themselves with the workflow of the different divisions by interviewing one or two people from each division, and creating workflow maps. The intern will update IHS data, and map national datasets including communication sites and pipelines. They will develop layers of well locations available for mapping. Next the intern will develop layers showing oil and gas lease sale data by county. The work will result in developing a functional map of oil and gas wells based on the National Gateway Initiative. The intern will also write scripts to build visual reports using IHS layers, and build web mapping applications to support data collection using ArcGIS Online. The intern will have the opportunity for a field visit to a State or Field Office attend meetings and experience BLM lands first-hand, and will be responsible for writing a one-page briefing paper of their experience. Work will include coordinating with State Offices to acquire datasets needed for data call, preparing a national map using compiled data, and developing a system to better coordinate dataset compilations of datasets. The intern will deliver a presentation of their work from the project at the end of the internship. Agency involvement (project oversight, mentoring, team building, etc.): The project coordinator will be able to work with the intern throughout the internship, and most of the intern's work will be coordinated by a data management team of four people. The data management team will work closely with the intern to ensure their understanding of the expectations and goals, and to ensure a successful internship for both the office and the intern. The intern will meet with representatives of all Divisions within WO-300 and WO-100 at the Main Interior Building. They will also attend brown bag luncheon seminars with other Washington D.C. interns on various subjects. They will interact with Information Technology staff regarding applications and systems. They will likely take a trip out to a BLM Field or State Office, and work with BLM staff and external stakeholders there. Professional development & learning opportunities: (trainings, certifications, networking, etc.): The intern will be able to attend brown bag luncheon seminars with other Washington D.C. interns on various subjects. 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: The position is based at the Washington Office (WO-302) located in Washington, D.C. Work Environment: The office can provide provide adequate office space for the assigned intern. Qualifications: Applicants pursuing a degree program in geography, information technology, data management, geospatial management, GIS, computer science 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): 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