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Geographer
Work Schedule: |
Full Time |
Salary: |
$48,682 - $113,007 |
Location: |
Washington, DC metropolitan area |
Open
Source Center
(OSC) geographers are the intelligence community’s experts on foreign mapping,
geographic information and geospatial technologies. They combine skills in geography
and allied disciplines (i.e., GIS, cartography, geology, remote sensing,
photogrammetry, imagery analysis, urban planning, etc.) with area knowledge to
review and assess all sources of geographic information in all its varied forms
(paper, digital, internet, etc.). OSC
geographers provide maps, data, information, analytical products, training and
a host of related geographic services to those on the front lines of
intelligence today. Seasoned geographers
with special training will engage in projects with mission partners and manage
contracts to accomplish geographic information goals possible only through a
team effort.
The candidates we seek have a deep grasp of the
technological breadth that defines geography today, from traditional mapping to
the latest GPS-driven navigational devices. Candidates will have a keen
interest in foreign affairs, enjoy travel, appreciate foreign cultures and will
naturally develop a network of fellow geographers across Government and the
world. All geographers we seek are
creative and feel right “at home” in today’s connected, inter-networked and
mobile information environment. We are
especially interested in geographers with the desire and talent to extend their
individual substantive impact through managing contracts and projects.
Geographer positions are based in the metropolitan Washington, DC
area with limited opportunities for overseas-based assignments. Temporary travel is required of all
geographers. In addition to salary and benefits, geographers are eligible to
earn annual language “bonus” pay based on in-house language proficiency
testing. Geographers also have the
opportunity to take language courses and to maintain professional credentials
through further training and participation in conferences and professional
organizations.
Minimum requirement includes a bachelor’s degree in
geography or a directly related discipline. A strong background and work experience in geographic information
systems, cartography, or an allied science is highly desirable, as is foreign
language capability, mature writing skills, and a willingness to travel
domestically and overseas. Applicants
should have strong organizational and communication skills, and a creative and
energetic approach to work.
All applicants must successfully complete a thorough medical and psychological exam, a polygraph interview and an extensive background investigation. US citizenship is required.
To be considered suitable for Agency employment, applicants must generally not have used illegal drugs within the last twelve months. The issue of illegal drug use prior to twelve months ago is carefully evaluated during the medical and security processing.
Important Notice: Friends, family, individuals, or organizations may be interested to learn that you are an applicant for or an employee of the CIA. Their interest, however, may not be benign or in your best interest. You cannot control whom they would tell. We therefore ask you to exercise discretion and good judgment in disclosing your interest in a position with the Agency. You will receive further guidance on this topic as you proceed through your CIA employment processing.
To Apply:
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Note: Multiple submissions are unnecessary and will slow the processing of your resume. Of course, if you made an error in your submission or need to update your resume, you may submit another resume. The second resume will overwrite the first.
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An equal opportunity employer and a drug-free work force.
Posted: Apr 21, 2007 07:05 PM
Last Updated: Jan 15, 2009 12:02 PM
Last Reviewed: Jan 15, 2009 12:02 PM