- Position Title
- Student Trainee (Archeology)
- Agency
- National Park Service
- Announcement Number
- IM-1541-PEFO-21-11088537-DE Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Friday, April 23, 2021 to Thursday, May 6, 2021
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Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
2.
Reasonable Accommodations for taking the online assessments are provided on a case-by-case basis only to qualified individuals with a disability covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended.
Do you have a disability (physical or mental) that you believe will interfere with completing the online assessments and require a Reasonable Accommodation?
Assessment 1
OCCUPATIONAL QUESTIONS - Mark only 1 response for each question. EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND AND WORK EXPERIENCE This section asks you to describe your educational background, your work, and other experiences in specific factors which relate to job performance. ALL QUESTIONS MUST BE ANSWERED.
1.
Basic Requirements: Be sure to describe your experience that supports your answers to the questions below, in your resume or application materials. It is important that your application package submitted, including a resume or application form, clearly shows how you possess the experience and skills 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). 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.
2.
In addition to meeting the basic requirements described in (1). From the descriptions below, select one response that best describes how your background meets the specialized experience or education requirements for an Archaeologist, GS-0193-07, position. Read all responses before making your selection. 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. Mark only 1 response.
History and Archeology: Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators and impact on particular civilization and cultures, and preservation and archival techniques.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
3.
Conduct or participate in basic archeological field surveys by walking over the landscape, identifying material culture and features of the pre-contact and historic eras through artifact and feature recognition.
4.
Recognize archeological material remains (e.g. artifacts and features) and identify pre-contact material culture and architectural features of the Colorado Plateau.
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Conduct field documentation of archeological sites through completion of site forms, planimetric maps, feature forms and maps, condition assessments, in-field artifact analysis, and site and artifact photographs.
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Prepare and compile archeological field notes.
Oral Communication: presses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
7.
Lead staff comprised of employees and volunteers in performing archeological field studies
8.
Provide presentations, including talks and tours, on cultural resources to groups of visitors, staff, partners, and professionals.
9.
Communicate effectively and professionally with co-workers, management, volunteers, partners, and visitors within and across disciplines regarding logistics and work assignments.
Database Management Systems: Knowledge of the uses of database management systems and software to control the organization, storage, retrieval, security, and integrity of data.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
10.
Perform data entry related to archeological artifact and project data (artifact information, catalog records, field notes, site records, etc.) into automated systems, appropriate forms, and archival records.
11.
Produce documents, reports, and presentations, integrating a variety of software applications such as Microsoft Office or Adobe Suite.
12.
Use ArcGIS software to process and analyze spatial data including the production of maps.
Writing: Recognizes or uses correct English grammar, punctuation, and spelling; communicates information (for example facts, ideas, or messages) in a succinct and organized manner; produces written information, which may include technical material that is appropriate for the intended audience.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
13.
Write and edit archeological site forms and letter reports with descriptive and concise narratives on cultural resources, site conditions, treatment needs and management recommendations that meet professional requirements.
14.
Perform independent research and prepare technical reports on pre-contact and historic archeological investigations.
15.
Retrieve and compile data for resource management reports, interpretive exhibits, etc
Research: Knowledge of scientific principles, methods, and processes used to conduct a systematic and objective inquiry; including study design, collection, analysis, and interpretation of data; and the reporting of results
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
16.
Understand and comply with the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA), Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA), and Archaeological Resources Protection Act (ARPA).
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Independently perform field inventory by walking over the landscape and searching for archeological features and artifacts and complete documentation of archeological sites (e.g. creation of field notes, narrative sections in forms, sketch maps, location maps, artifact sketches, artifact field catalogs, photo documentation).
18.
Use basic tools and equipment common to archeological functions (e.g. magnetic compass, meter tape, calipers, GPS, digital camera, tablet).
19.
Process and catalog artifacts and archival materials in preparation for curation.
20.
Conduct thorough pre-field archeological literature and archival research.
Physical Strength and Agility: Ability to bend, lift, climb, stand, and walk for long periods of time; ability to perform moderately heavy laboring work.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
21.
Hike in coordination with other crew members over long strenuous distances in challenging environments such as loos steep slopes, heat in excess of 100 degrees (F), wind, no shade, low humidity while carrying up to 40 pounds of field gear.
22.
Use hand tools (e.g. shovel, rake, masonry tool), carry heavy loads as well as stoop, bend, lift and climb for up to 8 hours per day while performing archeology fieldwork tasks.