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GIMS Specialist 2 - (Geospatial Information Systems Specialist)

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GIMS Specialist 2 - Geospatial Information Systems Specialist

Organization: Adjutant General Agency Contact: Darryl McFarlane, darryl.k.mcfarlane.nfg@army.mil Unposting Date: Ongoing Work Location: Beightler Armory, 2825 W Dublin-Granville Road, Columbus, 43235-2789 Primary Location: United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus Compensation: $30.55 Schedule: Full-time Work Hours: 7:30 am - 4:30 pm Classified Indicator: Classified Union: OCSEA Primary Job Skill: Information Technology Technical Skills: Data Analytics, Data Entry, Data Modeling, Architecture, Engineering Professional Skills: Analyzation, Critical Thinking, Innovation, Interpreting Data, Problem Solving Primary Technology: Geographic Information Systems (GIS) About Us: The Adjutant General's Department proudly supports the mission of the Ohio National Guard. Our state civilian team operates with excellence, integrity, and resilience, delivering specialized programs and services that contribute directly to the readiness and success of our service members and the communities we serve. Job Description

What You'll Do: As a Geospatial Information Systems Specialist within the Installation Geospatial Information and Services (IGIS) Branch, you'll coordinate and manage critical program functions that support our installation development and real property mission. Your responsibilities include: Create, update, and maintain building floorplans using Computer Aided Design (CAD) and 3D point cloud processing software Generate, develop, and maintain GIS data, ensuring data accuracy, integrity, and compliance with standards using engineering drawings, field notes, aerial imagery, 3D point clouds, and survey data Perform field data collection using 3D Laser Scanners, GPS, Total Station, utility locators, tablets, and field applications to generate geospatial data. Develop standard operating procedures and best practices for data processing Use and develop Python scripts to automate workflows Integrate GIS applications with agency data for decision making This role supports the core imperatives of the Ohio National Guard: Mobilizing Units, Recruiting and Retention, and Preparing for Great Power Competition. A Realistic Job Preview Do you have a passion for geospatial information and its power to solve problems? If you answered yes, then this job may be for you. You'll be a key player in designing, implementing, and maintaining the systems that manage and utilize this crucial information. Your expertise will directly influence decision-making and operational efficiency within the organization. Not only will you spend significant time developing, maintaining, and updating geospatial data, while ensuring data accuracy and integrity, using multiple software packages to generate reports, maps, and web applications, but you'll be out in the field capturing ground truth using cutting-edge technology. Our focus is to create reliable accurate data to support the agency's mission. Your impact will be visible both in Ohio and across the country. Geospatial information is used by decision makers across all departments within the agency and by other state and federal agencies. You'll need focus, precision, and adaptability, because when the mission evolves, so does the job. We value: Purpose-driven work Candor and clear expectations Tactical execution Ownership of outcomes If that's your speed, we want you here! Why Work for the State of Ohio

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes: Medical Coverage Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more) Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation *Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position. Qualifications

To qualify for this position, you must meet one of the following: Option 1: 4 yrs. trg. or 4 yrs. exp. in coordination of operations of geographical information systems to include data input operations, creation of digital spatial data bases, design & implementation of geographic information & applications design & use of projections, coordinate systems & map algebra in operation of geographic information systems. Option 2: Completion of Undergraduate core program in geography, natural resources, engineering, planning, computer science, biology, geology, ecology or related field to include course work in geographic information systems (e.g., applications in geographic information systems; design & implementation of geographic information; creation of digital spatial data bases; data input operations in geographic information); & 24 mos. trg. or 24 mos. exp. in use of projections, coordinate systems & map algebra in operations of geographic information systems. Option 3: Completion of graduate core program in geography, natural resources, engineering, planning, computer science, biology, geology, ecology or related field to include course work in geographic information systems (e.g., applications in geographic information systems, data input operations in geographic information & creation of digital spatial data bases); & 12 mos. exp. or 12 mos. trg. in use of projections, coordinate systems & map algebra in operation of geographic information systems. Option 4: 12 mos. exp. as GIMS Specialist 1, 85771 Option 5: An equivalent combination of education and experience that clearly demonstrates your ability to perform the duties of this role. Helpful Skills and Experience: Advance level proficiency using geospatial or mapping software (e.g., ESRI ArcGIS, QGIS) Familiarity with military base planning, land use, or infrastructure project coordination Proficiency in programming languages (e.g., Python, JavaScript) Project or program management experience with a state, federal or regulated environment Knowledge of applicable state or federal land management regulations and environmental policy (e.g., NEPA) Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and effectively with both technical and non-technical audiences Alignment with the Ohio National Guard's Warfighter Fundamentals, including personal accountability, teamwork, and mission execution. Job Skills: Information Technology, Geographic Information Systems Supplemental Information

Warfighter Fundamentals in Action We live by a different standard. In this role, you'll be expected to: Take ownership of your work and drive for quality results Communicate effectively with diverse teams Practice blameless problem-solving Be relentlessly efficient with your time and resources Support the team even when it's uncomfortable Honor our mission and the soldiers we support Why Join Us Opportunity to serve and support Ohio's National Guard Stable government career with great benefits Be part of a high-performance, mission-driven team Development your leadership potential in a unique and rewarding environment ADA Statement Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws. Drug-Free Workplace The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-