- Position Title
- Archaeologist
- Agency
- National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
- Announcement Number
- NMFS WCR-25-12625979-ACWA Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Friday, November 29, 2024 to Thursday, December 12, 2024
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 a current Department of Commerce employee who meets the definition of surplus or displaced from a position in the competitive service that makes you eligible under the Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP)? If yes, please confirm that you meet all the following eligibility requirements:
- This position is in the same local commuting area as the position of record from which you will be separated; and
- This position is at a grade level no higher than the grade of the position of record from which you will be separated; and
- This position has no greater promotion potential than the position of record from which you will be separated; and
- You have a current performance rating of record of at least fully successful or the equivalent; and
- You have not yet been separated.
3.
Are you a current or former employee of a Federal agency (other than the Department of Commerce) who meets the definition of displaced from a position in the competitive service that makes you eligible under the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP)? If yes, please confirm that you meet all the following eligibility requirements:
- This position is in the same local commuting area as the position of record from which you were separated; and
- This position is at a grade level no higher than the grade of the position of record from which you were separated; and
- This position has no greater promotion potential than the position of record from which you were separated; and
- Your last performance rating of record was at least fully successful or the equivalent; and
- You were separated from your position of record less than one year ago.
Preferences
1.
Select the location(s) you want to be considered for. You must choose at least one location.
Assessment 1
OCCUPATIONAL QUESTIONS - Mark only 1 response for each question. EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND AND WORK EXPERIENCE This section asks you to describe your educational background, your work, and other experiences in specific factors which relate to job performance. ALL QUESTIONS MUST BE ANSWERED.
1.
I meet the Individual Occupational Requirements for the Archeology series, 0193 because I meet one of the following:
2.
From the descriptions below, select the letter that describes the education or experience you have that demonstrates your ability to perform GS-7, Archeologist work. If your highest level of education is not described below, choose the letter that describes experience or lower level education that you do have. Mark only 1 response.
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
3.
I certify, to the best of my knowledge, that all the information in my application is true, and that I have truthfully and accurately represented my work experience, knowledge, skills, abilities and education. I understand that providing false or fraudulent information may be grounds for not hiring me or for firing me after I begin work. I also certify that I have read the entire vacancy announcement; that I have reviewed my answers to the eligibility questions for accuracy; and that I understand what supporting documentation, if any, is required for submission and when it's due.
Assessment 2
The following questions ask you to describe your educational background, your work, and other experiences in specific areas which relate to successful job performance.
You are to choose one answer to each question from among the alternatives presented. Do not mark more than one answer for each question. Multiple answers will not be counted. Do not omit answers unless instructed to do so. Other omissions may decrease your score.
1.
During high school (grades 9 - 12), I made the semester honor roll:
2.
The high school grade I most often received was:
IF YOU DID NOT ATTEND COLLEGE, PLEASE SKIP TO ITEM 4.
3.
The college grade I most often received was:
4.
In the past three years the number of different paying jobs I have held for more than two weeks is:
5.
I have been employed in work similar to that of the job covered by this examination:
6.
In the past three years, my primary work experience has been in:
7.
On my present or most recent job, my supervisor rated me as:
8.
In the past three years the number of jobs I have been fired from is:
9.
The number of civic or social organizations (which have regular meetings and a defined membership) that I belong to is:
10.
In organizations to which I belong, my participation is best described as:
11.
My previous supervisors (or teachers if not previously employed) would most likely describe my basic math skills as:
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
The questions in this part relate to fundamental competencies, such as problem solving and oral communication, required for the job for which you are applying.
Please answer each question "A" for YES or "B" for NO.
Keep in mind the following:
1) Some questions refer to "work" experience. Unless otherwise stated, this includes experience you have gained through:
• School,
• Volunteer work,
• Military service,
• Paid employment,
• Hobbies, or
• Professional, charitable, religious, community, social, or other organizations.
2) Some questions include examples to help show the broad range of accomplishments and experience applicants might have. Read the entire question using the examples as a guide, but do not base your answers solely on the examples.
3) Some questions ask you if you received a grade of B or above in your schoolwork. On an A, B, C, D, F scale, a grade of B or above is considered an above average grade. If you were graded on a different scale, use the equivalent of a B or above on the type of scale on which you were graded.
Answer all questions to the best of your ability. Your responses are subject to verification through background checks, job interviews, and any other information obtained during the application process. Untruthful responses or any attempt to conceal information can result in your removal from a Federal job and in you being barred from seeking Federal employment in the future.
12.
Have you successfully done work that regularly involved verifying the accuracy of information or the relevance of information to a problem or a situation (for example, investigative work)?
13.
Have you learned a hobby or leisure activity well enough that you have been asked to do it for others on a voluntary basis?
14.
Have you successfully dealt with a disruption to regular operations in a way that allowed for completion of the work or continuation of a noncritical service?
15.
Have you successfully done work that frequently required you to present nontechnical information at briefings, meetings, conferences, or hearings?
16.
Have you successfully done work that regularly involved interacting with people, other than your co-workers, from a foreign country or from different ethnic or cultural backgrounds?
17.
Have you developed a formal mechanism to learn more about a problem (for example, developed a survey, conducted interviews or focus groups, etc.)?
18.
Have you successfully done work that involved writing technical or legal reports, or translating technical or other complex material into language that was more easily understood?
19.
Have you successfully completed a small-scale project (lasting several days or weeks) on or ahead of schedule with minimal supervision?
20.
Have you successfully done work that only occasionally required you to present information at briefings, meetings, conferences, or hearings?
21.
In high school, did you have an overall grade point average of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale, belong to an honor society, or graduate with honors?
22.
Have you effectively participated as a member of an extracurricular school team or community team (for example, sports, cheerleading, debate, theater, neighborhood watch, etc.)?
23.
Have you successfully done work that regularly involved planning, prioritizing, scheduling, and monitoring work for fewer than 10 people?
24.
Have you written articles or similar types of work that have been included in a school newspaper, community newsletter, or similar type of publication?
25.
Have you designed or developed something, on your own initiative, to help you or other employees better complete assignments (for example, designed a training manual)?
26.
Have you successfully done work that regularly involved manipulating data in a computer database (for example, importing, exporting, merging, updating, sorting data, etc.)?
27.
Have you successfully learned a hobby or leisure activity requiring extensive study or use of complex directions (for example, constructing stereo or computer systems, making stained glass objects, etc.)?
28.
Have you successfully done work where you played a key role in keeping morale up, fostering team spirit or cooperation, or making a group more productive (for example, worked as a coach, supervisor, campaign manager, etc.)?
29.
Have you successfully planned activities for nonwork groups (for example, athletic teams, professional associations, religious groups, etc.)?
30.
Have you successfully done work that regularly involved answering questions, gathering nonsensitive information, or providing assistance to others, either in person or by telephone?
31.
Have you received formal recognition (for example, received an award, letter of commendation, etc.) or been given certain assignments because of your ability to work well in a group?
32.
Have you received favorable feedback about your ability to provide oral instructions or on-the-job training to others, or about your ability to instruct or coach others in athletic, leisure, or community activities?
33.
Have you successfully done work that regularly involved composing letters or writing reports containing several short paragraphs, such as investigation reports, accident reports, performance evaluations, etc.?
34.
Have you successfully done work that regularly involved discussing sensitive information with others, or interviewing or surveying people, either in person or by telephone, to gather information they were reluctant to give?
35.
Have you successfully done work, not including computer applications classes, that regularly involved using graphics software to create and edit charts, tables, or graphs?
36.
Have you successfully done work that regularly involved using computer software to run a payroll, accounting, or inventory system, or to record or track other quantitative information?
37.
Have you successfully planned an event such as a conference, fund-raiser, etc.?
38.
Have you successfully planned or monitored a large-scale project or program that involved several steps that were carried out over an extended period of time?
39.
Have you effectively served on a problem-solving, planning, or goal-setting committee or team?
40.
Have you participated in training classes, workshops, or seminars outside of school that improved your performance at work?
41.
Have you participated in training classes, workshops, or seminars outside of school that helped you improve your teamwork skills?
42.
Have you successfully done work that regularly involved listening carefully to others to understand a need, problem, or situation (for example, investigative work, counseling, etc.)?
43.
In college, did you have an overall undergraduate grade point average of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale, belong to an honor society, or graduate with honors? (Answer NO to this question if you did not attend college.)
44.
Have you received formal recognition for your ability to work well with others (for example, received a letter of recommendation or appreciation, an excellent performance appraisal rating, etc.)?
45.
Have you devised a strategy to overcome a major setback that successfully enabled you to complete a project on time or within budget?
46.
Have you received formal recognition for solving a work-related problem (for example, received an award, a letter of commendation, etc.)?
47.
Have you successfully written reports that presented facts, findings, logical conclusions, and persuasive arguments (for example, wrote a thesis, briefing papers, policy papers, complex research papers, etc.)?
48.
Have you successfully done work that required you to live with others 24 hours a day while working with them toward a common goal (for example, completed a tour of duty on a submarine, worked on a wilderness trail-building team or scientific expedition, etc.)?
49.
Have you taken the initiative to learn new skills or acquire additional knowledge that improved your performance at work or school, or in leisure activities?
50.
Have you broken a sales record or a similar record, regularly exceeded quotas or similar productivity standards, or received formal recognition for doing work that surpassed what was expected (for example, received a certificate of appreciation, bonus, etc.)?
51.
Have you received favorable feedback for oral presentations you have given to management or other officials, or to the public (for example, for speaking at religious services, performing in theatrical productions, etc.)?
52.
Have you successfully done work, not including computer applications classes, that regularly involved using statistical software programs to analyze data?
53.
Have you successfully done work, not including computer applications classes, that regularly involved using word processing software to create, edit, and format documents or correspondence?
54.
Have you successfully completed a complex research project that included collecting and analyzing information, and reporting conclusions or recommendations?
55.
Have you written procedures or instructions that others have followed successfully (for example, instruction manuals, survey instructions, training materials, etc.)?
56.
Have you received favorable feedback about your interpersonal skills when serving as a leader, instructor, or supervisor for academic, religious, community, sports, leisure, or work activities?
57.
Have you participated in training classes, workshops, or seminars outside of school that helped you improve your self-management skills (for example, time management, goal setting, career development, etc.)?
58.
Since high school, have you received a grade of B or above in oral communication classes (for example, speech, public speaking, theater, etc.) or participated in activities that improved your oral communication skills (for example, training classes, workshops, seminars, debate team, speech club, etc.)?
59.
Have you successfully created computerized databases to organize information?
60.
Have you identified and solved a problem with a procedure, product, or service that benefited the organization (for example, saved the organization time or money, increased sales, reduced errors, etc.)?
61.
Have you submitted articles or similar types of written work that were published in a local newspaper, nationally-distributed newsletter, or similar type of publication?
62.
Do you regularly monitor your progress toward achieving your career goals (for example, by initiating discussions about your career goals with your supervisor, employee counselor, mentor, etc.)?
63.
Have you effectively worked on a team that was quickly established to function in a crisis situation (for example, worked on a search and rescue mission)?
64.
Have you submitted articles or similar types of written work that were published in a professional, trade, or scholarly journal or in a nationally- recognized newspaper or magazine?
65.
Have you successfully done work that required extensive on-the-job training?
66.
Have you successfully done work that regularly involved planning, prioritizing, scheduling, and monitoring work for 10 or more people?
67.
Have you successfully completed a highly structured, formal training program, not including an apprenticeship for a trade or craft, that required you to learn a complex body of information (for example, training for jobs in insurance, law enforcement, real estate, etc.)?
68.
Have you successfully remained polite and tactful while doing work where one of your primary responsibilities was to handle customer problems or complaints (for example, worked as a customer service representative)?
69.
Have you successfully completed a long-term project outside of work where you were solely responsible for doing the work (for example, completed a thesis, wrote a book that was published, prepared a horse for competition that won a ribbon, restored an antique car, etc.)?
70.
Have you successfully developed an automated system that improved accuracy, efficiency, or productivity?
71.
Have you successfully done work that regularly involved interacting or coordinating with people outside of your immediate work group (for example, people from other offices, departments, organizations, etc.)?
72.
Have you successfully done work that regularly required you to determine resource requirements or monitor the use of resources (for example, staff, space, equipment, supplies, materials, etc.)?
73.
Have you successfully completed a large-scale project (lasting several months or longer) on or ahead of schedule with minimal supervision?
74.
Have you successfully done work that regularly required you to lead or facilitate briefings, meetings, or conferences, or formally present technical or other complex information to others?