Archaeologist
DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR
Bureau of Land Management
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Summary
Explore a new career with the BLM – where our people are our greatest natural resource.
These positions are located in Battle Mountain or Tonopah, NV. Information about Battle Mountain can be found at Battle Mountain Chamber of Commerce; for Tonopah, Tonopah Chamber of Commerce.
We expect to fill three (3) vacancies at this time; however, additional positions may be filled from this announcement.
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THIS JOB IS OPEN TO
The public
U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
Clarification from the agency
All U.S. Citizens – No previous Federal Service is required. CTAP and ICTAP candidates in the local commuting area.
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Duties
Duties described below are at the full performance GS-11 grade level.
Applies a professional knowledge of archeological principles, theories, concepts, methods, and techniques to perform a variety of complex assignments related to heritage resource management.
Recommend and/or determine eligibility of heritage resources for inclusion in the National Register of Historic Places and provides recommendations for reducing or eliminating adverse project impacts.
Ensure that heritage resource services are adequate to meet multiple resource planning and project requirements.
Write and prepare heritage and paleontological resource input for portions of environmental documents such as environmental assessments and planning documents, and coordinates with other specialists.
Conduct outreach and educational activities about heritage resources and values at schools, in the field, or at other community venues.
Promote participation and organize volunteers and other interested publics in partnerships to protect and manage heritage and paleontological resources.
Provide professional instruction, guidance, information, and interpretation of historic and prehistoric heritage resources.
Knowledge of archeological principles, theories, concepts, methods, and techniques to perform a variety of complex assignments related to heritage resource management.
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Requirements
Conditions of Employment
U.S. Citizenship is required.
Be sure to read the How to Apply and Required Documents Sections.
You cannot hold an active real estate license: nor can you have an interest or hold stocks in firms with interest in Federal Lands.
Direct Deposit Required.
Appointment will be subject to a favorably adjudicated background/suitability investigation/determination.
Your resume must contain enough information to show that you meet the qualification requirements as defined in the announcement. In addition, your responses to the questions must adequately reflect in your resume.
An applicant appointed to this position must possess (or obtain within 30 days of entrance on duty) and maintain a valid state driver’s license while employed in this position.
If selected for this position you will need to complete the Federal Information Systems Security Awareness (FISSA) training prior to start date.
May require a one year probationary period.
Qualifications
In order to be rated as qualified for this position, we must be able to determine that you meet the qualification requirements – please be sure to include this information in your resume. No assumptions will be made about your experience.
This position has a Basic Education Requirement: A degree which included three (3) semester hours each in the following course areas: History of archeology; Archeology of a major geographical area such as North America or Africa; Regional archeology, archeological cultures, or sites in a specific part or portion of a major geographical area to acquire or develop a foundation for regional specialization for professional development; Theory and methods of archeology – Methods include, but are not limited to, typology, classification, sampling, cultural evolution, diffusion, dating, and analytical techniques; AND Archeological field school, to provide a basic understanding of theoretical and practical approaches to research design implementation, field preservation techniques, and report preparation by participation in actual field work; AND Six (6) semester hours of related course work in: geography, geology, or cultural geography; history, historiography, or historical archeology; environmental studies; scientific writing (nonfiction English composition); and/or surveying; OR A related degree in anthropology (with emphasis on ethnology, physical anthropology, or scientific linguistics), history, American studies, or a related discipline may be accepted as satisfying in full the educational requirements, provided the curriculum supplied academic course work sufficiently similar to the requirements in A.1 (including archeological field school); OR A combination of education and experience – college level education or training that provided knowledge equivalent to that described above, plus appropriate technical experience or additional education; OR Four (4) years of archeological work experience that demonstrated a thorough knowledge of the fundamental principles and theories of professional archeology. The work experience must have included archeology field experience, which may include that gained in an archeological field school. Field experience should have included a combination of professional experience in archeological survey, excavation, laboratory analysis, and preparation of written materials. Applicants with such field experience should, after additional experience under the direction of a higher grade archeologist, be able to demonstrate the ability to be a crew chief, directing the work of others at a single location as a part of a larger archeological project.
For GS-07: Meet the basic requirements AND I have one (1) year of professional archeology experience equivalent to GS-05 in the Federal service. At this level work is entry level with close supervision. Examples: assist in surveying, compiling and accurate interpretation of archeological and historical data of a specific geographical area; make professional recommendations for archeological & historical resources that may be affected by surface disturbing activities on affected lands; OR I have completed one (1) year of graduate education leading to a masters degree in archeology or a directly related field; OR Superior Academic Achievement (See OPM’s General Policies, Application of Qualification Standards Section 4.f.) S.A.A. must have been gained in a curriculum that is qualifying for the position to be filled.; OR I have an equivalent combination of the type and level of experience and education described above.
For GS-09: Meet the basic requirement AND I have one (1) year of professional archeology experience equivalent to GS-07 in the Federal service. Work requires application of expanded professional knowledge. Examples: assist in the surveying, compiling and interpretation of archeological & historical data of a specific geographical area; make professional recommendations on archeological & historical resources affected by surface disturbances; OR I have completed two (2) or more years of graduate education leading to a master’s degree or masters or equivalent graduate degree in a field of study directly related to the work of this position; OR I have an equivalent combination of the type and level of experience and education described above.
For GS-11: Meet the BER (Basic Education Requirement) and one (1) year of professional archeology experience equivalent to GS-09 in the Federal service: Specialized experience is further defined as planning & carrying out archeological research projects which center on a major historical theme & time period that includes author or review cultural resource sections of resource management plans; develop mitigation strategies to resolve adverse effects to historic properties; supervise activities to protect & improve the conditions of cultural resources; OR completed 3 years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. degree or Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree; ORan equivalent combination of the type and level of experience and education described above.
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
You must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of the announcement.
Battle Mountain Salary Range: :
GS-07: $43,683 – $56,790
GS-09: $53,433 – $69,462
GS-11: $64,649 – $84, 049
Tonopah Salary Range:
GS-07: $44,335 – $57,637
GS-09: $54,230 – $70,499
GS-11: $65,614 – $85,303
Physical Demands: Field work routinely requires physical exertion such as long periods of standing or walking over rough, uneven, rocky surfaces or mountainous terrain; recurring bending, crouching, stooping or reaching; using hand tools such as shovels, trowels, or screening devices; and lifting of moderately heavy items such as equipment and samples.
Work Environment: The work regularly involves moderate risks or discomforts which may require special safety precautions, e.g., adverse weather conditions, hazardous driving conditions, irritating or occasionally hazardous chemicals; hostile wildlife; and travel in off-road vehicles. Incumbent will adhere to all safety rules and regulations as prescribed in manuals/supplements or by the designated Safety Officer.
Education
This position falls under the OPM Standards for Archeology Series, 0193 Individual Occupational Requirements (IOR).
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Overview
Accepting applications
Open & closing dates
10/29/2021 to 11/12/2021
This job will close when we have received 30 applications which may be sooner than the closing date. Learn more
Salary
$43,683 – $85,303 per year
Pay scale & grade
GS 7 – 11
Locations
3 vacancies in the following locations:
Battle Mountain, NV
Tonopah, NV
Telework eligible
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Travel Required
Occasional travel – You may be expected to travel for this position.
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Competitive
Promotion potential
11
Job family (Series)
0193 Archeology
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Not Required
Drug test
No
Position sensitivity and risk
Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk
Trust determination process
Suitability/Fitness
Announcement number
NV-DEU-21-11272685-KK
Control number
619379000
https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/619379000
