- Position Title
- Student Trainee (Cultural Anthropologist/Archeologist)
- Agency
- National Park Service
- Announcement Number
- PW-1549-YOSE-21-11217720-DE Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Monday, September 13, 2021 to Tuesday, September 28, 2021
For preview purposes only. To apply, please return to the USAJOBS announcement and click the Apply button.
Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans' Preference?
2.
Are you currently a student who has been accepted for enrollment or is enrolled at least half-time in an accredited high school, college, professional, technical, vocational, or trade school pursuing a qualifying degree or certificate?
For more information, review USAJOBS Student and Recent Graduate resources.
To verify your eligibility, you must provide proof of current student status. Note: you must remain enrolled in the degree or certificate program to be eligible for this Internship.
For more information, review USAJOBS Student and Recent Graduate resources.
To verify your eligibility, you must provide proof of current student status. Note: you must remain enrolled in the degree or certificate program to be eligible for this Internship.
Preferences
1.
Select the specialties you want to be considered for. You must choose at least one specialty.
2.
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.
3.
To qualify based on education, you must submit a legible copy of transcripts from an accredited institution with your name, school name, credit hours, course level, major(s), and grade-point average or class ranking. Transcripts do not need to be official, but if you are selected for this position and you used your education to qualify, you must provide official transcripts before you begin work.
If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet qualification requirements, you must show that your education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university.
If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet qualification requirements, you must show that your education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university.
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As part of the official duties of this position, the incumbent is required to operate a Government vehicle. As such, applicants are required to have a valid State-issued Driver's License prior to the closing date of the job announcement.
Please note: you will be required to submit a Motor Vehicle Operator's License and Driving Record. You must also submit (within a State sealed envelope or submitted directly by the State authorities), and at your own expense, all certified driving records from all States that disclose all valid driver's licenses, whether current or past, possessed by you.
Please chose the best response option regarding your license status.
Please note: you will be required to submit a Motor Vehicle Operator's License and Driving Record. You must also submit (within a State sealed envelope or submitted directly by the State authorities), and at your own expense, all certified driving records from all States that disclose all valid driver's licenses, whether current or past, possessed by you.
Please chose the best response option regarding your license status.
Assessment 1
Thank you for your interest in the Student Trainee (Cultural Anthropologist/Archeologist) position, located in Yosemite National Park. This position is assigned to the Resource Management and Science Division.
Selective Placement Factor- Pathways Eligibility Requirements
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Please select the response below which most closely corresponds to your student status. You must provide official documents from your school to verify your responses. We recommend that you obtain a letter from your academic advisor, counselor or admissions office on school letterhead which will verify all of your responses. We also highly recommend that you provide a copy of your most recent transcripts which will assist us in verifying your eligibility and qualifications.
2.
From the descriptions below, select one response that best describes how your background meets the basic experience or education requirements for a Student Trainee Cultural Archaeologist, GS-0199-09, position. Read all responses before making your selection. If you 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.
3.
From the descriptions below, select one response that best describes how your background meets the basic experience or education requirements for a Student Trainee Cultural Anthropologist, GS-0199-09, position. Read all responses before making your selection. If you 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.
4.
From the descriptions below, select one response that best describes how your background meets the specialized experience and/or education requirements for an Archeologist/Anthropologist, GS-0199-09 position. Read all responses before making your selection.
Sociology and Anthropology - Knowledge of the concepts, principles, and theories of group behavior and dynamics; societal trends and influences; and cultures, their history, migrations, ethnicity, and origins.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
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Knowledge of and experience with central Sierra culture history, both archeology and ethnography.
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Coordinates with affiliated tribes; listens and responds effectively to tribal communication and requests.
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Knowledge of resources of tribal interest, and applies this knowledge in support of tribal consultation needs.
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Training in tribal consultation law.
Technical Competence: Uses knowledge that is acquired through formal training or extensive on-the-job experience to perform one's job; works with, understands, and evaluates technical information related to the job; advises others on technical issues.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
9.
Demonstrates knowledge of and works with Section 106, NEPA and other compliance law.
10.
Listens actively and summarizes multiple perspectives including non-consensus and indefinite conclusions for resources management and construction projects.
11.
Document's proceedings of tribal consultation meetings so that managers can clearly identify tribal preferences, including the nuance of consensus and conflict, when diverse views exist.
12.
Applies requirements of relevant law and policy (NAGPRA, NHPA) to support staff and tribal objectives.
13.
Provides technical support for archeology, vegetation management, and other resources of tribal interest.
Research: Knowledge of the 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.
14.
Searches archives and project records to develop histories of complex projects.
15.
Demonstrates ability to effectively research in agency specific systems such as: PEPC, PMIS, FMSS, to locate project planning documents and present the information for tribal consultation.
16.
Researches and synthesizes information needed to develop project proposals and funding statements relevant to tribal and cultural resource needs.
17.
Identifies topics of tribal interest through meetings, emails, communications with consulting parties; documents and shares with supervisor and via project records.
Information Management: Identifies a need for and knows where or how to gather information; organizes and maintains information or information management systems.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
18.
Effectively uses archives and system files for developing tribal consultation, compliance, and project management records.
19.
Organizes and indexes project files, meeting notes and other communications to develop and use finding aid.
20.
Creates new project records and track in a system useful for compliance and tribal consultation.
21.
Demonstrates clear understanding of system of records and functions of GIS to develop information needed for tribal consultation and management.
22.
Transfers information from literature, file review, and oral records into GIS.
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.
23.
Develops concise and comprehensive summaries of upcoming undertakings for tribal review.
24.
Communicates with diverse audiences, uses clear language appropriate for a general audience.
25.
Constructs accurate and concise summaries of tribal meetings, including tracking of complex conversations, including multiple speakers, topics, and perspectives.
26.
Develops summaries of tribal concerns about tangible and intangible resources to project managers and planners who are not familiar with tribal perspectives.
Oral Communication: Expresses 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.
27.
Uses active listening with staff and tribal partners, gleaning key concepts and balanced representation of perspectives.
28.
Conveys tribal perspectives to colleagues and partners as needed to support consultation, staff, and tribal objectives.
29.
Uses appropriate language and words in verbal communication with tribal members. Demonstrates appreciation and understanding for tribal concerns and perspectives.
30.
Works effectively with tribal members and staff across divisions for successful facilitation of multiple events. Achieves team objectives in virtual environment and in-person.
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Communicates tribal concerns about tangible and intangible resources to project managers and planners who are not familiar with tribal perspectives.