Archeology Technician Jobs

Summary This position is located on the Southwestern Region, Region 3, Santa Fe National Forest. The primary purpose of the position is to serve as the Integrated Resources staff assistant to the District Ranger with responsibilities for planning/development, programming, implementation and administration. For additional information about the duties of this position, please contact Kathleen Turner at (505) 469-1014 or [email protected] Responsibilities Analyze archeological data for situations where precedents are not fully applicable to prepare reports. Compile information to report the nature and extent of known cultural resources. Monitor archeological projects to ensure sufficiency of field work. Review proposed unit projects to determine cultural resources. Monitor work assignments to ensure work is completed safely, within time constraints and following established standards and procedures. Adapt ground search strategies to meet specific project requirements. Apply scientific methods to land surveys to determine sites of archeological interest. Access databases and GIS maps to enter site and inventory information. Prepare reports and site forms to document cultural resource inventories. Prepare archeological and historical information to create interpretive materials for display and dissemination. Provide written instructions, research materials, and supplies to advise other employees on cultural resource methods. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications In order to qualify, you must meet the eligibility and qualifications requirements as defined below by the closing date of the announcement. For more information on the qualifications for this position, visit the Office of Personnel Management's General Schedule Qualification Standards. Your application and resume must clearly show that you possess the experience requirements. Transcripts must be provided for qualifications based on education. Provide course descriptions as necessary. Specialized Experience Requirement: For the GS-07 level: Applicants must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level (GS-06); OR One full year (18 semester/27 quarter hours) of successfully completed graduate level coursework that is directly related to the work of the position (such as: Archeology or Anthropology) OR Combinations of graduate level education that is directly related to the position and specialized experience. The education must have been obtained in an accredited college or university. Specialized experience is defined as two or more of the following Prepares Cultural Resource Inventory reports and site forms; Enters site and inventory information into databases and onto GIS maps; Assists in the preparation of archeological and historical information to create interpretive materials for display and dissemination; Researches reference materials such as State and National Register files, historic documents, archeological reports, maps and aerial photos, and interviews source individuals concerning project areas. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. TIME IN GRADE REQUIREMENT: If you are a current federal employee in the General Schedule (GS) pay plan and applying for a promotion opportunity, you must meet time-in-grade (TIG) requirements of 52 weeks of service at the next lower grade level in the normal line of progression for the position being filled. This requirement must be met by the closing date of this announcement. Education See above for education that may be qualifying for the specific grade level. Additional Information THIS POSITION IS OPEN TO CAREER TRANSITION ASSISTANCE PLAN (CTAP), USDA REEMPLOYMENT PRIORITY LIST (RPL), AND INTERAGENCY CAREER TRANSITION ASSISTANCE PLAN (ICTAP) ELIGIBLE CANDIDATES who meet the eligibility requirements for priority consideration. The following link provides information for determining if you meet these criteria: Career Transition Guidelines. Salary wage as shown is for Rest of the U.S. For more information, refer to the Office of Personnel Management, Salary and Wages web page. VEOA candidates may also apply. Veterans who are preference eligible or who have been separated from the armed forces under honorable conditions after three years or more of continuous active service are eligible for consideration under the Veteran's Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA). This position may be eligible to telework up to four days per week, based upon the duties of the position. This position may also be eligible for flexible work arrangements as determined by agency policy and any applicable collective bargaining agreements. The Forest Service may use certain incentives and hiring flexibilities, currently offered by the Federal government, to attract highly qualified candidates. Additional information is available at https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/pay-leave/pay-and-leave-flexibilities-for-recruitment-and-retention/ This is a bargaining unit position and is represented by either NFFE, AFGE, or NAGE. Forest Service daycare facilities are not available. Government Housing are not available.