Archeology Technician
DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE
Forest Service
Open & closing dates
05/03/2021 to 05/07/2021
Service
Competitive
Pay scale & grade
GS 5
Salary
$16.90 to $16.90 per hour
Appointment type
Temporary
Work schedule
Multiple Schedules
Locations
FEW vacancies in the following locations:
North Fork, CA
Watford City, ND
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Telework eligible
No
This job is open to
The public
U.S. citizens, nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL)
Federal employees who meet the definition of a “surplus” or “displaced” employee.
Announcement number
21-EHT-GAOA-TH2360-5DT-KP
Control number
600122400
Summary
This position is located within a National Forest. The primary purpose of this position is to provide technical support to the heritage resources staff.
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Responsibilities
Conduct inventories of Forest cultural resources in areas of proposed Forest Service projects.
Research reference materials such as State and National register files, historic documents, archeological reports, maps and aerial photos, and interviews source individuals concerning project areas.
Perform on-the-ground area surveys for surface and subsurface evidence of historic and prehistoric archeological remains.
Perform a variety of computations and assessments of standard archeological data, such as entering archeological artifact and projects data in appropriate forms and databases.
Ensure that archeology work assignments are carried out in safe, timely manner according to established standards and procedures.
Advises other employees on methods of cultural resource inventory and provides written instructions, research materials and supplies to all involved in planning and operation of natural resource activities.
Travel Required
Occasional travel – You may be expected to travel for this position.
Supervisory status
No
Promotion Potential
None
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