Archaeology Technician (BLM AmeriCorps - Klamath Falls Field Office)

GREAT BASIN INSTITUTE•Klamath Falls, OR

About The Position

The Great Basin Institute (GBI), in cooperation with the Bureau of Land Management (BLM), Klamath Falls Field Office (KFFO), is recruiting two AmeriCorps Archaeological Technicians to support the KFFO Cultural Resource Program. The selected technicians will qualify for Public Land Corps (PLC) noncompetitive government hiring status (see below for explanation) upon successful completion of this position. During the field season, the technicians will lead a number of pedestrian surveys and ensure that the resulting inventory and cultural resource data are appropriately documented and archived. The technicians will, during non-field-going times work to verify/create GIS data for cultural resources to ensure that the correct geospatial data is stored in the BLM OR/WA and SHPO databases. This archaeological archiving and records management project will provide the successful applicant with exposure to federal data, records and database systems, provide insight about how a federal land management agency operates under a multiple-use mission, and will offer the opportunity to develop and sharpen skills related to GIS and data management. Upon completion of this position, the technicians will be better prepared with the cultural resource inventory and geospatial skillsets necessary to function in today’s cultural resources field. Being a member of the cultural resources team on the KFFO, may also involve a variety of cultural resources management activities including but not limited to: Conducting/participating in cultural resources surveys. Documenting archaeological sites and architectural resources. Intensively recording previously documented cultural resources. Monitoring archaeological sites and architectural resources. Carrying out mitigation for archaeological sites and architectural resources. Drafting/reviewing/editing cultural resources reports. Organizing cultural resources data in analog and digital files housed at the KFFO. Working on geospatial data correction for cultural resources. Participating in volunteer events designed to increase public participation with public land stewardship. Participating in the youth program designed to involve youth with cultural resources and educational activities.

Requirements

Because the agreement under which this position is being advertised is a Public Lands Corps Youth Assistance Agreement, all applicants must be between the ages of 17 and 30 years old at the time of application (up to age 35 for veterans).
Bachelor’s degree in Anthropology, History, or allied discipline with coursework in GIS
Educational and field experiences related to archaeology
Experience using ArcGIS
Exposure to reviewing and interpreting cultural resource data in reports, maps, photographs, etc.
Interest in strengthening current skills in developing, editing, organizing, and managing digital files using databases
Written and verbal communication skills, with an ability to effectively communicate BLM land management (multiple-use) principles and cultural resource management concepts
Ability to work independently and in a team setting to accomplish project goals
Possess strong organizational skills with the ability to meet deadlines and produce professional deliverables including draft documents for team review
Flexibility and capability to meet the demands of rapidly changing plans and schedules
Possess a valid, state-issued driver’s license and clean driving record with experience safely operating 4WD vehicles on and off paved roads
Willingness and ability to consistently enact high performance standards and a strong work and team ethic in support of the mission of GBI and goals of BLM
Complete a DOI BI. Applicants who already possess a fully adjudicated BI will be strongly considered
Ability to meet AmeriCorps eligibility requirements: (1) U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien status, (2) eligible to receive an AmeriCorps Education Award (limited to earning equivalent of two full-time education awards), (3) pass National Sex Offender Public Website (NSOPW) name search and federal criminal background check, (4) adhere to the rules, regulations and code of conduct as specified in the Member Service Agreement; and (5) not engage in any prohibited activities as listed in the Member Service Agreement.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with the BLM and/or working in Eastern Oregon/Northern California region is desirable.

Responsibilities

Conducting/participating in cultural resources surveys.
Documenting archaeological sites and architectural resources.
Intensively recording previously documented cultural resources.
Monitoring archaeological sites and architectural resources.
Carrying out mitigation for archaeological sites and architectural resources.
Drafting/reviewing/editing cultural resources reports.
Organizing cultural resources data in analog and digital files housed at the KFFO.
Working on geospatial data correction for cultural resources.
Participating in volunteer events designed to increase public participation with public land stewardship.
Participating in the youth program designed to involve youth with cultural resources and educational activities.

Benefits

$1,187.70 biweekly living allowance, not to exceed $29,098.60 total
Segal AmeriCorps Education Award (1,700-hour): $7,395.00 upon successful completion of term
Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance premiums are covered 100% by GBI. Available on the first day of the month following the start of service
$25,000 Basic Life & AD&D insurance at no cost
Access to Pro Deals
Biweekly housing reimbursement of $650.00 will be provided to the selected participant
Camping per diem provided per night in the field
Student Loan Forbearance: If you are currently paying on any federal student loans you have the option to put those loans into forbearance during your time as an AmeriCorps volunteer, that will allow you to cease payments while serving.
Interest Accrual Repayment: As an AmeriCorps alum, you are eligible to have the National Service Trust pay all or a portion of the interest that accumulated on your qualified student loan(s) during your term of service.
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Eligibility: AmeriCorps Volunteers may be eligible for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).
The completion of a successful term under the BLM KFFO Cultural Resources Youth Assistance Agreement with positive performance reviews allows for the BLM to confer non-competitive eligibility for government hiring to the individual for two years following completion of the position.