- Position Title
- Archeological Technician
- Agency
- National Park Service
- Announcement Number
- NPS-IRA-25-12559385-DE Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Thursday, September 26, 2024 to Thursday, October 3, 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.
A review of your resume and supporting documentation will be made and compared against your responses to the Assessment Questionnaire to determine if you are qualified for this job. If your resume is incomplete or does not support the responses provided in the Assessment Questionnaire, or if you fail to submit all required documentation, you will be rated 'ineligible', 'not qualified', or your score will be adjusted accordingly. If a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications or experience, you can lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully; errors or omissions can affect your rating.
You will not be considered for any eligibility you do not select. For all eligibilities selected, you must provide supporting documentation defined in the required documents section of the vacancy announcement to receive consideration. Please follow all instructions carefully; errors or omissions will affect your eligibility.
Preferences
1.
Would you accept a term appointment?
Assessment 1
Thank you for your interest in the Archeological Technician GS-0102-07 position with the National Park Service. Your responses to this questionnaire, in conjunction with other portions of your completed application, will be evaluated to determine your qualifications. Please carefully follow all instructions before submitting your responses. Your ratings are subject to change if discrepancies exist between your responses and supporting documents.
1.
To qualify for this position at the GS-07 grade level, you must possess at least one of the following OPM's Qualification Standards by close of the announcement:
From the questions below, please select from A through E to indicate the skill level that you possess for each task listed. The questions were developed based on the knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies needed to perform the work of this position. Be sure to fully describe the experience that supports your answers to the questions below in your resume. It is important that your application package submitted, including your resume, clearly shows how you possess the experience and skills levels for each response you claim in this questionnaire. Any exaggeration of your experience, false statements, or attempts to conceal information may be grounds for rating you ineligible or not hiring you.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
2.
Conduct National Historic Preservation Act Section 106 compliance activities.
3.
Review or assist in the review of project proposals to determine needed compliance levels.
4.
Monitor ground-disturbing activities per Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act.
5.
Conduct archaeological work in accordance with regulatory guidelines for Historic Preservation.
6.
Prepare State Historic Preservation Officer reports of archaeological findings.
7.
Conduct archaeological surveys to discover historic sites.
8.
Conduct archaeological surveys to discover prehistoric sites.
9.
Conduct shovel tests or excavate to make determinations of historic significance.
10.
Use topographic maps, aerial photographs, and compass for wayfinding.
11.
Prepare extensive and detailed field notes documenting archaeological findings.
12.
Photograph archaeological and historical materials
13.
Clean, identify and catalog materials collected.
14.
Process or send for processing samples including c14, soil and other materials.
15.
Conduct literature review and on-site studies to understand history and prehistory of area.
16.
Conduct library and archival research in support of field investigations.
17.
Use research materials to support scientific conclusions.
18.
Write technical reports based on archaeological findings.
19.
Work with an interdisciplinary team in an office setting.
20.
Work with an interdisciplinary team in a backcountry setting.
21.
Consult with interdisciplinary team members on projects being undertaken.
22.
Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings.
23.
Use computer database programs for tracking archaeological information.
24.
Assist in or independently use Geographic Information System (GIS) or similar computer mapping programs to document site and feature locations.
25.
Use Global Positioning System (GPS) or related technology in collecting site location information.
26.
Prepare maps, charts, graphs and other supporting documents for technical reports.
27.
Transport to remote areas using helicopters, fixed wing aircraft or by hiking.
28.
Hike long distances with heavy loads in remote locations.
29.
Survey, shovel test or excavate in inclement weather including rain, wind, cold and heat.
30.
Hike or camp in areas where wildlife encounters are possible.
Verification Statement:
31.
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.