- Position Title
- Archeological Technician
- Agency
- National Park Service
- Announcement Number
- SE-1630-GRSM-21-11073563-DE Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Friday, April 23, 2021 to Monday, May 3, 2021
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Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
2.
Are you a United States Citizen?
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3.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from the agency hiring for this position? If yes, confirm:
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To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
- you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND,
- you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
- you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
- your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
4.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in a Federal agency other than the agency hiring for this position? If yes, confirm:
For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
- you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND,
- you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
- you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
- your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
5.
Are you a recent graduate who has, within the previous two years, completed a qualifying Associate's, Bachelors, Masters, Doctorate, professional, vocational or technical degree or certificate program? Note: Veterans unable to apply within two years of receiving their degree due to military service obligation have up to six years after degree completion to apply.
For more information, review USAJOBS Student and Recent Graduate resources.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit a copy of your transcripts. If you are a veteran, please submit a copy of your latest Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, DD-214 (copy indicating character of service) or other proof of service which includes character of service.
For more information, review USAJOBS Student and Recent Graduate resources.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit a copy of your transcripts. If you are a veteran, please submit a copy of your latest Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, DD-214 (copy indicating character of service) or other proof of service which includes character of service.
Assessment 1
1.
From the descriptions below, select one response that best describes how your background meets the specialized experience or education requirements for an Archeological Technician, GS-0102-07 position. Read all responses before making your selection. MARK ONLY ONE RESPONSE. If you select more than one response, or leave this question blank you will be rated ineligible. If you do not meet these minimum qualifications, you will be considered not qualified and will not receive consideration for this position.
YOUR RESUME OR APPLICATION MATERIALS YOU SUBMIT FOR THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MUST SUPPORT THE ANSWER YOU CLAIM UNDER THIS AND OTHER QUESTIONS. IF NOT, YOU WILL BE FOUND NOT QUALIFIED OR YOUR SCORE WILL BE LOWERED.
YOUR RESUME OR APPLICATION MATERIALS YOU SUBMIT FOR THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MUST SUPPORT THE ANSWER YOU CLAIM UNDER THIS AND OTHER QUESTIONS. IF NOT, YOU WILL BE FOUND NOT QUALIFIED OR YOUR SCORE WILL BE LOWERED.
IMPORTANT - PLEASE NOTE: If you are using education to qualify you must document your course work and/or degree completed in your resume or other application materials you submit. You must submit a copy of your transcripts or a complete list of college courses taken that identifies for each course the college or university, semester or quarter hours earned, grade received, and date completed. If you are qualifying based on education and you do not submit specific course work information as described previously, your application will be rated not qualified for consideration. (A copy of your official transcripts will be required before entrance on duty, if selected).
For the task statements below, please select from A through E to indicate the skill level that you possess for each task listed. The task statements were developed based on the knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies needed to perform the work of this position. It is important that your application package submitted, including a resume or application form, clearly shows how you possess the experience and skill levels you claim in this questionnaire. Each of your responses must be clearly supported by your education, training, and/or specific work experience you describe in your application packet submitted for this position (application form or resume, transcripts, list and description of training completed and/or other items you submit). If not, your score will be lowered or you will be found not qualified. The information you provide will be verified. Any exaggeration of your experience, false statements, or attempts to conceal information may be grounds for rating you ineligible, not hiring you, or for firing you after you begin work.
A- I have not had education, training or experience in performing this task.
B- I have had education or training in performing this task, but I have not yet performed it on the job.
C- I have performed this task on the job with close supervision from a supervisor or senior employee.
D- I have performed this task as a regular part of a job independently and usually without supervision from a senior employee.
E- I am regarded as expert in performing this task, and/or have trained others (or am consulted by others) on how to do it.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
2.
Conduct archeological site condition assessments.
3.
Design and implement archeological inventory projects that involved several crew members.
4.
Independently conduct complete documentation of archeological sites (e.g. creation of field notes, narrative sections, sketch maps, location maps, artifact sketches, artifact field catalogs, photo documentation, and photographic logs).
5.
Conduct archeological investigation and recordation at complex prehistoric sites and historic sites.
6.
Process and catalog artifacts.
7.
Conduct archaeological survey, excavation, documentation and condition assessment projects in a variety of locations and conditions.
8.
Prepare documentation of archeological investigations as part of the Section 106 National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA) compliance process.
9.
Work on NHPA Section 110 projects and prepare related documentation.
10.
Prepare documentation for submission to the State Historic Preservation Office and/or Tribal entities for review and comment in compliance with Section 106 of the NHPA.
11.
Work with National Environmental Protection Act regulations.
12.
Follow guidelines contained in the Native American Graves and Repatriation Act legislation and associated regulations concerning the intentional excavation or inadvertent discovery of human remains.
13.
Conduct or participate in archeological damage assessments under the Archaeological Resources Protection Act.
14.
Use computer applications for database management and data analysis.
15.
Produce documents, reports and presentations integrating a variety of software applications, such as word processing, spreadsheet, and database information.
16.
Use GPS receivers in locating and documenting archeological sites.
17.
Conduct thorough pre-field literature and archival research.
18.
Prepare archeological research designs.
19.
Perform independent research and assist with preparation of technical reports on historic and prehistoric archeological investigations.
20.
Prepare report sections that are well written and require minimal editing.
21.
Provide logistical support and area orientation for seasonal employees, volunteers, contractors or cooperating scientists conducting cultural resources work.
22.
Lead other crew members to accomplish daily tasks.
23.
Research, write, and present public talks pertaining to cultural resources.
24.
Present technical archeological information in a manner understandable to a layperson.
Assessment 2
1.
What functional area of Cultural Resources do you have the most experience?
2.
I have applied specific knowledge of the requirements and guidelines associated with the following laws. (Select all that apply).
3.
I have provided recommendations and guidance for action or management decisions on the following topics. (Select all that apply).
4.
I have experience with archaeological field work. (Select all that apply).
5.
I have experience with archaeological laboratory work. (Select all that apply).
6.
I have experience assisting with archaeological reports. (Select all that apply).