- Position Title
- ARCHEOLOGICAL TECHNICIAN
- Agency
- National Park Service
- Announcement Number
- MW-1544-HOCU-24-12294110-DE Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Monday, February 5, 2024 to Friday, February 16, 2024
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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.
Preferences
1.
Would you accept a temporary appointment?
Assessment 1
Minimum Qualification Requirements Archeological Technician position, GS-0102-05
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From the descriptions below, select one response that best describes how your background meets the basic experience or education requirements for an Archeological Technician position, GS-0102-05. 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.
IMPORTANT - PLEASE NOTE: Your resume or application materials you submit for this announcement must support the answer you claim under this and other questions. if not, your application will be rated not qualified for consideration. If you are using education to qualify, you must submit a copy of your transcripts to document your course work and/or the degree completed. Transcripts must identify for each course the college or university, semester or quarter hours earned, grade received, and date completed.
IMPORTANT - PLEASE NOTE: Your resume or application materials you submit for this announcement must support the answer you claim under this and other questions. if not, your application will be rated not qualified for consideration. If you are using education to qualify, you must submit a copy of your transcripts to document your course work and/or the degree completed. Transcripts must identify for each course the college or university, semester or quarter hours earned, grade received, and date completed.
History and Archaeology - Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and impact on particular civilizations and cultures, and of preservation and archival techniques.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
2.
Use archeological references and classification terminology appropriate to eastern North America to identify and catalog historic and prehistoric artifacts in field and laboratory settings.
3.
Classify artifacts based on morphological and metric attributes.
4.
Label and archive photographs, slides, and negatives based on information provided from a photo log.
5.
Assist in the preparation of professional reports that convey technical archeological information on prehistoric or historic archeology.
6.
Participate in basic archeological field surveys by searching for archeological features and artifacts.
Spatial Orientation - Knows one's location in relation to the environment; determines where other objects are in relation to oneself (for example, when using a map).
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
7.
Prepare archeological site and feature maps in the field, using maps, aerial photographs, GPS, compass, and distance measuring devices.
8.
Record and document prehistoric and historic cultural resources (i.e., objects, sites, structures, buildings).
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Create geospatial coverages and metadata for archeological sites and features in Geographic Information Systems (GIS).
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Conduct archeological monitoring and field inspections around construction projects, utility projects, and other ground-disturbing activities.
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.
11.
Prepare detailed daily notes for an archeological monitoring, survey, or subsurface testing project.
12.
Conduct archeological shovel testing and document tests using standard archeological soil description terminology.
13.
Process specimens recovered in the field.
14.
Prepare specimens to be sent to dating laboratories or other specialists.
15.
Maintain field equipment and supplies.
Technology Application - Uses machines, tools, or equipment effectively; uses computers and computer applications to analyze and communicate information in the appropriate format.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
16.
Photograph cultural resources (i.e., structures, sites, features, and objects) in the field or laboratory using a digital camera and photo log.
17.
Perform data entry related to archeological artifact and project data (e.g., artifact information, catalog records, field notes, site records, etc.) into spreadsheets, databases, or other appropriate forms.
18.
Retrieve and compile data for resource management reports, interpretive exhibits, etc.
19.
Use ArcPro or other appropriate software to prepare maps, charts, graphs and other supporting documents for technical reports.
Physical Strength and Agility
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
20.
Able to bend, lift, climb, stand, and walk for long periods of time.
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Able to perform moderately heavy laboring work.
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Able to lift heavy items (e.g, packs up to 50 pounds) and carry them on a routine basis.
Teamwork
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
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Work with a team in an office setting.
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Work with a team in a outdoor field setting.
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Consult with team members on projects being undertaken.
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Participate in team meetings.
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Interact with general public, scientists, American Indian tribal representatives, archeologists, historians, or other subject matter specialists.
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Establish and maintain working relationships with co-workers and other agency personnel representing diverse and varying backgrounds.