Geospatial Specialist 2

THE POSITION

Would you enjoy a career that allows you to use mapping technology to support environmental cleanup across Pennsylvania? Join the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) as a Geospatial Specialist 2 and help guide important projects involving storage, recycling, and remediation efforts. Within this role, you will have the opportunity to work with detailed mapping tools that support major decisions across the agency. Your skills will help teams understand complex data and protect communities. Apply today to step into a position where your work supports a cleaner and safer environment for everyone!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position supports the planning and analysis of geospatial data used in environmental cleanup programs. This specialized work involves collecting, reviewing, and presenting data that helps staff understand environmental conditions and make informed decisions. As a Geospatial Specialist 2, you will perform the following duties:

• Data Modeling: Design geospatial models that support cleanup, remediation, and land recycling activities
• Data Preparation: Edit, merge, and update data sets while assigning correct attributes and creating metadata
• Application Development: Build and maintain Geographic Information System (GIS) web mapping tools for staff and public use
• Technical Analysis: Create queries and models that prepare maps, charts, and other visual data displays
• Project Coordination: Plan geospatial projects, gather requirements, and present results to agency leadership
• System Support: Maintain GIS templates, assist staff users, and support enterprise geodatabase needs

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to 3 days per week. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• One year as a Geospatial Specialist 1 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• One year of technical experience utilizing geospatial programs to capture, store, manipulate, analyze, maintain, and present geospatial data; and an associate's degree in geographic information systems, geography, geospatial technology, cartography, computer science, natural science, or related STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) field, including or supplemented by six (6) credits in geospatial coursework; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training, which includes or is supplemented by six (6) credits in geospatial coursework.

Other Requirements:

• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency Guidelines.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
• All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant's own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative A