Archaeological Technician
The primary duty of this temporary position will be managing and organizing archeological and other cultural resources physical and electronic records. Participates in archeological field surveys by walking over the landscape and searching for archeological features and artifacts. Records data and prepares survey records (e.g., site maps, photographs, surface artifact analysis forms, field notes, etc.). Provides leadership to field crews by assigning tasks and monitoring the status of those assignments. Serves as Crew Chief for excavation and survey activities. Participates in artifact recovery and provenience determination. Evaluates and assists other technicians in the evaluation of specimens (e.g., lithic ground stone, shell, bone, non-artifact material, etc.). Processes specimens recovered in the field. Prepares specimens for specialized analysis to be sent to dating and other laboratories. Identifies, labels, and packages artifacts for curation. Maintains related databases, forms, maps, and files. Enters archeological artifact and project data including artifact information, catalog records, field notes, site records, etc. into automated systems, appropriate forms, and archival records. Retrieves and compiles data as required for resource management reports, interpretive exhibits, etc. Assists in the development of a variety of documents (e.g., cultural resource management plans, preservation guides, historic structures reports, etc.) by gathering data from files and reports, conducting research, evaluating available information, and preparing draft documents. Performs basic research by conducting interviews and publication and record searches, and synthesizing information collected for scientific, historical, and interpretive values. Provides general technical archeological assistance in a variety of areas related to or impacted by the archeological function, including Section 106 compliance, clearance, and planning; archeological assessments, evaluations, and field inspections; etc. All qualifications must be met by the closing date of this announcement-11/23/2020-unless otherwise stated in this vacancy announcement. Credit will be given for all appropriate qualifying experience. To receive credit for experience, your resume MUST clearly indicate the nature of the duties and responsibilities for each position, starting and ending dates of employment (month/year), and the resume must reflect full and/or part-time or total number of hours worked (i.e., work 40
hours a week, rather than indicating full-time). If part-time, the hours must be annotated to be able to pro-rate the amount of qualified specialized experience. To qualify for this position at the GS-07 grade level, you must possess at least one of the following minimum qualifications by close of the announcement:
Experience:
At least one full year of specialized experience comparable in scope and responsibility to the GS-06 grade level in the Federal service (obtained in either the public or private sectors).Specialized experience is experience which equipped the applicant with knowledge, skills, and abilities related to the work of the position. Examples of specialized experience include archeological field investigations, laboratory analysis, artifact cataloging, archival research, perform surveys and map of archeological and historic sites; write field notes and contribute to professional Cultural Resource Management (CRM) reports; GPS, map and photograph archeological sites; perform independent archival research; conduct condition assessments of historic and prehistoric properties; record/update archeological sites. You must include hours per week worked. -OR- EDUCATION:
Successful completion of at least one full year of graduate education in a field of study directly related to the duties of this position (i.e., archeology, anthropology). Note:
At a minimum, 18 semester hours is considered satisfying the 1 year of full-time study requirement. You must submit a copy of your transcripts. -OR- Successful completion of a combination of education and experience as described above. For example, I have 6 months specialized experience 50%, and 9 semesters of graduate education directly related or 50% and when combined equal 100%. You must include transcripts. Volunteer
Experience:
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.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
hours a week, rather than indicating full-time). If part-time, the hours must be annotated to be able to pro-rate the amount of qualified specialized experience. To qualify for this position at the GS-07 grade level, you must possess at least one of the following minimum qualifications by close of the announcement:
Experience:
At least one full year of specialized experience comparable in scope and responsibility to the GS-06 grade level in the Federal service (obtained in either the public or private sectors).Specialized experience is experience which equipped the applicant with knowledge, skills, and abilities related to the work of the position. Examples of specialized experience include archeological field investigations, laboratory analysis, artifact cataloging, archival research, perform surveys and map of archeological and historic sites; write field notes and contribute to professional Cultural Resource Management (CRM) reports; GPS, map and photograph archeological sites; perform independent archival research; conduct condition assessments of historic and prehistoric properties; record/update archeological sites. You must include hours per week worked. -OR- EDUCATION:
Successful completion of at least one full year of graduate education in a field of study directly related to the duties of this position (i.e., archeology, anthropology). Note:
At a minimum, 18 semester hours is considered satisfying the 1 year of full-time study requirement. You must submit a copy of your transcripts. -OR- Successful completion of a combination of education and experience as described above. For example, I have 6 months specialized experience 50%, and 9 semesters of graduate education directly related or 50% and when combined equal 100%. You must include transcripts. Volunteer
Experience:
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.
- Department:
0102 Social Science Aid and Technician - Salary Range:
$20.72 to $20.72 per hour
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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