Archeology Technician
DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE
Forest Service
Open & closing dates
07/22/2021 to 07/29/2021
Service
Competitive
Pay scale & grade
GS 6
Salary
$18.84 to $18.84 per hour
Appointment type
Temporary
Work schedule
Full-time
Location
Few vacancies in the following location:
Arcadia, CA
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.
Announcement number
22-TEMP1-R5-2361-6DT-SB
Control number
608251300
Duties
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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
Prepares Cultural Resource Inventory reports and site forms. Enters site and inventory information into databases and onto GIS maps. Conducts inventories of Forest cultural resources in areas of proposed Forest Service projects.
Assists in the preparation of archeological and historical information to create interpretive materials for display and dissemination. Monitors archeological projects to ensure sufficiency of fieldwork.
Researches reference materials such as State and National Register files, historic documents, archeological reports, maps and aerial photos, and interviews source individuals concerning project areas.
Performs a variety of computations and assessments of standard archeological data, such as entering archeological artifact and projects data in appropriate forms and databases. Produces site and survey maps.
Transfers GPS data to a GIS Arc View program loaded in a computer to create a map. Conducts cultural resource surveys of areas designated for various projects. Records sites and monitors affected sites during these project activities.
Insures that archeology work assignments are carried out in safe, timely manner according to established standards and procedures.
Reviews work in progress to see that standards for pre-field research, survey design, site recording, graphics, and final report are being met.
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. May serve as a crew work leader.
Travel Required
25% or less – You may be expected to travel for this position.
Supervisory status
No
Promotion Potential
None
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