What are the responsibilities and job description for the PHOTOGRAMMETRIST/CARTOGRAPHER 1 - Underfill position at State of Nevada, Division of Human Resource Management?
Announcement Number: 48865 Open to all qualified persons. Posted 09/16/2024 Recruiter:
STEPHANIE SWANSON
Phone: (775)888-7276
Email: stephanie.swanson@dot.nv.gov Applications accepted until recruitment needs are satisfied
Incumbents perform in a trainee capacity and acquire the knowledge, skills and abilities required in this occupation.
The Imagery Section of the Location Division in Carson City is looking for a Photogrammetrist/Cartographer with excellent remote sensing, surveying, and GIS skills. The candidate should know how to create contour maps, terrain models, digital animated fly-throughs, among other mapping materials. The position requires proficiency in various photogrammetric skills, such as UAV technology development, image processing, aerial survey mission planning and camera operation, digital and hard copy imagery production, orthophoto production, Digital Terrain and Surface model creation. The candidate will also develop precise 3D models from sources such as LiDAR, photogrammetry, aerial imagery, CAD, and GIS. They will use specialized software such as Photogrammetry software, CAD, GIS, and Graphic Arts. The ideal candidate should have enough knowledge and proficiency to work independently without additional training. NOTE: THIS RECRUITMENT MAY BE USED TO UNDERFILL A PHOTOGRAMMETRIST/CARTOGRAPHER2. INCUMBENT MAY PROGRESS TO THE NEXT LEVEL AFTER MEETING THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS, SATISFACTORY PERFORMANCE, AND WITH APPROVAL OF THE APPOINTING AUTHORITY. The State of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building diverse, inclusive, and innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages.
To see full Class Specifications visit: http://hr.nv.gov/Resources/ClassSpecs/Class_Specifications-6_0/
To Qualify
In order to be qualified, you must meet the following requirements:
Education and Experience (Minimum Qualifications) Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in photogrammetry, cartography, physical science, geography, civil engineering, or related field; OR an Associate's degree from an accredited college or university in photogrammetry, cartography, physical science, geography, mapping, surveying, civil engineering, or related field and one year of experience which included completing digital map files from aerial photography and survey data and operating manual and computerized photogrammetric or cartographic equipment; OR graduation from high school and two years of experience as described above; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience as described above. Additional Position Criteria This position requires the incumbent to obtain and maintain a Part 107 Remote Pilot Certification within 90 days of hire. This position requires occasional flying in a small NDOT plane across Nevada for aerial camera production assignments. A valid driver's license is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of continuing employment. The Examination Application Evaluation Exam The exam will consist of an application evaluation. It is essential that applications include detailed information with time frames regarding education and experience. The most qualified applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for interview. The hiring agency may require specific skills related testing as part of the interviewing process.
The following additional questions are part of this Recruitment
STEPHANIE SWANSON
Phone: (775)888-7276
Email: stephanie.swanson@dot.nv.gov Applications accepted until recruitment needs are satisfied
- Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. Lists of eligible candidates will be established and hiring may occur early in the recruiting process. Recruitment will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received or a hiring decision has been made. The Position
Incumbents perform in a trainee capacity and acquire the knowledge, skills and abilities required in this occupation.
The Imagery Section of the Location Division in Carson City is looking for a Photogrammetrist/Cartographer with excellent remote sensing, surveying, and GIS skills. The candidate should know how to create contour maps, terrain models, digital animated fly-throughs, among other mapping materials. The position requires proficiency in various photogrammetric skills, such as UAV technology development, image processing, aerial survey mission planning and camera operation, digital and hard copy imagery production, orthophoto production, Digital Terrain and Surface model creation. The candidate will also develop precise 3D models from sources such as LiDAR, photogrammetry, aerial imagery, CAD, and GIS. They will use specialized software such as Photogrammetry software, CAD, GIS, and Graphic Arts. The ideal candidate should have enough knowledge and proficiency to work independently without additional training. NOTE: THIS RECRUITMENT MAY BE USED TO UNDERFILL A PHOTOGRAMMETRIST/CARTOGRAPHER2. INCUMBENT MAY PROGRESS TO THE NEXT LEVEL AFTER MEETING THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS, SATISFACTORY PERFORMANCE, AND WITH APPROVAL OF THE APPOINTING AUTHORITY. The State of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building diverse, inclusive, and innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages.
To see full Class Specifications visit: http://hr.nv.gov/Resources/ClassSpecs/Class_Specifications-6_0/
To Qualify
In order to be qualified, you must meet the following requirements:
Education and Experience (Minimum Qualifications) Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in photogrammetry, cartography, physical science, geography, civil engineering, or related field; OR an Associate's degree from an accredited college or university in photogrammetry, cartography, physical science, geography, mapping, surveying, civil engineering, or related field and one year of experience which included completing digital map files from aerial photography and survey data and operating manual and computerized photogrammetric or cartographic equipment; OR graduation from high school and two years of experience as described above; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience as described above. Additional Position Criteria This position requires the incumbent to obtain and maintain a Part 107 Remote Pilot Certification within 90 days of hire. This position requires occasional flying in a small NDOT plane across Nevada for aerial camera production assignments. A valid driver's license is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of continuing employment. The Examination Application Evaluation Exam The exam will consist of an application evaluation. It is essential that applications include detailed information with time frames regarding education and experience. The most qualified applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for interview. The hiring agency may require specific skills related testing as part of the interviewing process.
The following additional questions are part of this Recruitment
- Describe your experience with creating Digital Terrain Models (DTMs) or Digital Surface Models (DSMs). *Lack of this experience is NOT disqualifying*
- Describe your experience creating orthophotos. *Lack of this experience is NOT disqualifying*
- Describe your experience piloting and mapping using UAVs or Drones. *Lack of this experience is NOT disqualifying*
- Describe your experience with large-format aerial survey systems. *Lack of this experience is NOT disqualifying*
- If you qualify based on your degree and are wanting credit, please make sure your transcript is attached, is your transcript attached? INFORMATIONAL LINKS For more information about state employment, visit the following: Division of Human Resource Management: http://hr.nv.gov Public Employees Retirement System: http://www.nvpers.org Public Employees Benefits Program: https://pebp.nv.gov/ More Benefits Information: http://nvjobs.nv.gov/Applicants/EB REFER A FRIEND Help us reach qualified candidates! Refer a friend by clicking here: Email Direct Inquiries or Correspondence to: Division of Human Resource Management Northern Nevada 515 East Musser Street, First Floor Carson City, Nevada 89701-4204
