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Position Title: Archaeological Technician
Agency: Bureau of Land Management
Announcement Number: CATEMP-23-11776808-LH Opens in new window
Open Period: Tuesday, January 3, 2023 to Tuesday, January 17, 2023

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1. Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?

A. No, I do not claim Veterans' Preference

B. 0-point Sole Survivorship Preference (SSP)

C. 5-point preference based on active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces (TP)

D. 10-point preference for non-compensable disability or Purple Heart (XP)

E. 10-point preference based on a compensable service connected disability of at least 10% but less than 30% (CP)

F. 10 point preference based on widow/widower or parent of a deceased veteran, or spouse or parent of a disabled veteran (XP)

G. 10-point preference based on a compensable service connected disability of 30% or more (CPS)

2. Are you a United States Citizen?

For more information, review Employment of U.S Citizens.

A. Yes

B. No

3. Career Transition Assistance Plan: Do you meet ALL of the following eligibilities?

I am a current or former competitive federal employee displaced or surplused from the Department of the Interior; AND
I am located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND
I am applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which I have been or will be separated; AND
My last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.

In order to receive consideration, you must submit documentation showing proof of eligibility. All required documentation will be outlined in the Job Opportunity Announcement.

A. Yes

B. No

4. Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan: Do you meet ALL of the following eligibilities?

I am a current or former competitive federal employee displaced from a position in a federal agency other than the Department of the Interior; AND
I am located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND
I am currently in a position at the same grade level or higher than the position being announced; AND
My last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.

In order to receive consideration, you must submit documentation showing proof of eligibility. All required documentation will be outlined in the Job Opportunity Announcement.

A. Yes

B. No

1. Select the location(s) you want to be considered for. You must choose at least one location.

A. Bakersfield, CA

B. Bishop, CA

C. Santa Margarita, CA

2. Select the lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position.

3. Would you accept a temporary appointment?

A. Yes

B. No

1. I qualify for the GS-06 because:

A. I have twelve months of specialized experience related to the duties of this position equivalent to the GS-05. I have provided this information in my resume

B. I have completed 24 quarter/9 semester credit hours of graduate education in the field of archeology or other related course work. I have provided this information in my resume and have a transcript to verify my course work.

C. I have a combination of work experience and education described above. I have provided this information in my resume and have a transcript to verify my course work.

D. I do not have the work experience or education described above.

2. I qualify for the GS-07 level because:

A. I have 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-6 in the Federal service. I have read the vacancy announcement for examples of specialized experience needed to qualify for this position.

B. I have one full year (18 semester hours) of graduate level education directly related to the work of this position. I have read the vacancy announcement for examples of specialized experience and education needed to qualify for this position. I will provide a copy of my college transcript.

C. I have an equivalent combination of specialized experience and education as described in the vacancy announcement. I have read the vacancy announcement for examples of specialized experience and education needed to qualify for this position. I will provide a copy of my college transcript.

D. I do not meet any of the above responses.

3. Select the statement that best describes your experience, education and training in archeology or in a directly related professional field:

A. I have not had education, training or experience in this field.

B. I have completed education or training in this field, but have not yet applied this education or training on the job.

C. I have used professional knowledge in this field on the job. My work in this field was monitored closely by a supervisor or senior employee to ensure compliance with proper procedures.

D. I have performed work in this field as a regular part of a job. I have performed it independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.

E. I am considered an expert in this field; or I have trained others working in this field or am normally an individual who is consulted by other professionals to assist them in this field because of my experience.

4. I have participated in archeological field studies.

A. I have performed this task or used this competency numerous times and am highly proficient at applying it to work situations.

B. I have performed this task, or used this competency, in paid or unpaid work experience; OR - I have received training or education in this task or competency

C. I have not performed this task or acquired this competency, but am willing to learn

5. I have worked with Section 106 of Compliance Statements.

A. I have performed this task or used this competency numerous times and am highly proficient at applying it to work situations.

B. I have performed this task, or used this competency, in paid or unpaid work experience; OR - I have received training or education in this task or competency

C. I have not performed this task or acquired this competency, but am willing to learn

6. I have compiled data from resource inventories.

A. I have performed this task or used this competency numerous times and am highly proficient at applying it to work situations.

B. I have performed this task, or used this competency, in paid or unpaid work experience; OR - I have received training or education in this task or competency

C. I have not performed this task or acquired this competency, but am willing to learn.

7. Please indicate your level of experience in recording, mapping, and photographing sites for the purpose of artifact identification:

A. I have not had education, training, or experience in performing this task.

B. I have had education or training in how to perform this task, but have not yet performed it on the job.

C. I have performed this task on the job, with close supervision from supervisor or senior employee.

D. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job. I have performed it independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.

E. I have supervised performance of this task and/or I have trained others in performance and/or am normally consulted by others as an expert for assistance in performing this task.

8. Select the statement that best describes your highest level of experience, education, or training in writing reports and/or other documents.

A. I have not had education, training or experience in performing this task.

B. I have written documents which contain factual information.

C. I have written documents regarding specific topics that identify and analyze relevant facts in order to present findings

D. I have written reports and/or other documents regarding particular subject matter areas that present relevant facts, identify and analyze the major issues, formulate conclusions, identify alternatives, and recommend actions.

9. I have maintained cultural documents, maps, site records, and report files.

A. This task has been a regular part of my job.

B. I have occasionally performed this task or have had training in how to perform this task but have not performed it on the job.

C. I have not performed this task but I am willing to learn how to perform it.

10. I have worked with site maps, archeological inventory information and / or historical documents.

A. I have performed this task or used this competency numerous times and am highly proficient at applying it to work situations.

B. I have performed this task, or used this competency, in paid or unpaid work experience; OR - I have received training or education in this task or competency

C. I have not performed this task or acquired this competency, but am willing to learn

11. Select the statement that best describes your highest level of experience, education, or training in GPS software and hardware for data collection, integration, and processing.

A. I have not had education, training, or experience in performing this task.

B. I have had education or training in how to perform this task, but have not yet performed it on the job.

C. I have performed this task on the job, with close supervision from supervisor or senior employee.

D. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job. I have performed it independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.

E. I have supervised performance of this task and/or I have trained others in performance and/or am normally consulted by others as an expert for assistance in performing this task.

12. I am capable of operating recreational vehicles

A. I have performed this task or used this competency numerous times and am highly proficient at applying it to work situations.

B. I have performed this task, or used this competency, in paid or unpaid work experience; OR - I have received training or education in this task or competency

C. I have not performed this task or acquired this competency, but am willing to learn

13. I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, all of the information included in this questionnaire is true, correct, and provided in good faith. I understand that if I make an intentional false statement, or commit deception or fraud in this application and its supporting materials, or in any document or interview associated with the examination process, I may be fined or imprisoned (18 U.S.C. 1001); my eligibilities may be cancelled, I may be denied an appointment, or I may be removed and debarred from Federal service (5 C.F.R. part 731). I understand that any information I give may be investigated. I understand that responding "No" to this item will result in my not being considered for this position.

A. Yes, I certify that the information provided in this questionnaire is true, correct and provided in good faith, and I understand the information provided above.

B. No, I do not certify/understand the information provided above.

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