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Position Title
Archaeologist
Agency
Forest Service
Announcement Number
22-R5-GVA-11631538-DP-LP Opens in new window
Open Period
Monday, September 12, 2022 to Friday, September 16, 2022
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Eligibilities
1. Do you claim Veterans’ Preference? (limit characters)
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Are you a current USDA employee who meets the definition of a "surplus" or "displaced" employee, in which received official notice that your job is no longer needed or that you will lose your job by Reduction-in-Force (RIF)? If yes, confirm:

• you are located in the same local commuting area as the vacancy;  AND,
• you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you will be separated; AND,
• you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you will be separated; AND,
• your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.

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Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in a Federal agency other than USDA? If yes, confirm:

• you are located in the same local commuting area as 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.
 
 
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4. Have you registered for reemployment consideration AND meet one of the below: 

• Are you a current or former competitive service USDA employee who will be or was separated by Reduction-In-Force (RIF) and received a rating of satisfactory or above as your last annual performance rating? 
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• Are you a former USDA competitive service employee who separated due to a compensable injury or disability?
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Preferences
1. Select the location(s) you want to be considered for. You must choose at least one location. (limit characters)
2. Select the lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position. (limit characters)
Assessment 1
Thank you for your interest in this Archaeologist GS-0193-9/11 position with the USDA Forest Service. Your resume and the responses you provide to this assessment questionnaire will be used to determine if you are among the best qualified for this position. (limit characters)
Basic requirement for 0193 series. (limit characters)
1. From the description below, select the response that best describes how your background meets the basic requirements for an Archaeologist position GS-0193. If you do not meet the basic education requirements, you will not receive consideration for this position. NOTE: 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 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 described below, your application will be rated not qualified for consideration.
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Specialized Qualifications (limit characters)
This section will be used to determine if you possess the education and/or experience that demonstrates your ability to perform the work of an Archaeologist, GS-0193-9/11. Please note that your answers will be verified against the information you provide in your resume or application and information provided by your references. FAILURE TO RESPOND TO THESE QUESTIONS WILL RESULT IN AN INELIGIBLE RATING. PLEASE PROVIDE A COPY OF YOUR OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS. (limit characters)
2. Select the one statement below that best describes the education and/or experience that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform the work of a GS-09 Archaeologist.
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3. Select the one statement below that best describes the education and/or experience that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform the work of a GS-11 Archaeologist.
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For each of the following tasks, choose the statement from the list below that best describe your experience and/or training. Do not overstate or understate your level of experience and demonstrated capability. Your ratings are subject to evaluation and verification based on the resume and other relevant documents you submit. (limit characters)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
4. Develop the Unit's Heritage Resource Program.
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5. Plan and execute surveys for the location and verification of archeological and historical sites.
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6. Evaluate sites and identify which are appropriate for inclusion to the National Register of Historic Places.
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7. Administer archeological examination of road, reservoir, recreation, and other ground disturbing projects where archeological materials may be subject to destruction or damage for protection and mitigation of cultural sites.
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8. Manage stewardship enhancement and public interpretation of heritage resources.
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9. Develop and analyze archeological data in tabular and spatial format (use databases, spreadsheets, and other computer applications to organize and record cultural resource data, project information) to support research and management information needs.
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10. Establish and integrate policy and long-range objectives for a heritage and cultural resource program.
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11. Coordinate the budget and project plan of work for archeological and cultural activities.
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12. Recommend methods, techniques and conditions for research plans related to studies.
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13. Ensure scientific and systematic procedures are followed in identifying, evaluating, and classifying cultural resource areas.
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14. Review reports to evaluate the quality of inventory, the completeness of the report, and the significance of heritage or cultural sites found.
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15. Direct the preparation of maps, inventories, reports, and records related to all aspects of the heritage and cultural resource program.
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16. Prepare technical approval for documentation submitted for program matters, including national register eligibility.
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17. Prepare contract specifications for surveys of cultural and heritage resource sites to establish terms and conditions.
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18. Write technical documents for a wide range of heritage program activities.
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19. Develop written reports of a scientific nature as they relate to archaeology.
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20. Provide guidance to management in marking, protection, and salvage of sites.
Plan and execute surveys for the location and verification of archeological and historical sites.
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21. Consult with recognized Indian Tribes under provisions of the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA), and Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA) to discuss concerns, ensure compliance, and assess impact.
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22. Represent the Unit at regional and national scientific organization and society meetings to present and exchange information.
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23. Interpret heritage and cultural resources to the public and professional contacts through presentations at visitor facilities and professional conferences.
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24. Provide consultation and advice to unit personnel for problems in which cultural resources are involved.
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25. Please select the statement(s) that reflect your educational achievement(s). Transcripts, certificates, or other appropriate documentation must be included with this application to verify GPA, coursework, and degree.
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26. Your responses to the Announcement and Assessment Questionnaires, along with your resume and all supporting documentation are subject to evaluation and verification to ensure accuracy. Submitting false information or attempts to falsify information may be grounds for disqualifying you or for terminating you after you have been hired. Please take this opportunity to review your responses to ensure their accuracy.
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