Archeologist

National Park Service • Ventura, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This position serves as a cultural resources specialist for Channel Islands National Park, where archeological resources are a major part of the park’s story. The role may focus on a park where archeological resources predominate or on one where natural resources predominate but significant archeological resources are also present. Professional fields of study must be pertinent to the park’s resources and themes.

At the GS-12 full-performance level, the Archeologist prepares historic preservation documentation, compliance and background materials, and consultation records for undertakings under applicable historic preservation and cultural resource laws and policies. The position advises park management on cultural resources; identifies, evaluates, and monitors resources and potential threats; and recommends measures to address their status and mitigate impacts. The Archeologist also plans and conducts archaeological research and projects for planning documents and field investigations, provides technical information to support quality control of field data, and develops and implements long-range plans for the inventory, evaluation, documentation, preservation, research, and interpretation of archeological and other cultural resources.

The position requires the applicable professional education and experience qualifications, including a graduate degree and qualifying archaeological experience under the stated professional standards, as well as at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 level. The work takes place both indoors and outdoors, may involve strenuous field activity and potentially hazardous terrain or conditions, and requires wearing a uniform. A valid driver's license must be maintained.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen or National.
• Appointment is subject to background investigation and favorable adjudication.
• Males born after December 31, 1959, must be registered for Selective Service.
• Must participate in Direct Deposit and successfully pass E-Verify employment verification.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license throughout employment.
• Must wear a uniform and comply with uniform standards.
• May be required to serve a one-year probationary period.
• Meet the basic educational requirement through specified archeology coursework and an archeological field school, or through an accepted related curriculum with sufficiently similar coursework and field school.
• Meet the Secretary of the Interior's professional qualifications standards for archeology: a professional graduate degree in archeology, anthropology, or a closely related field; at least one year of full-time professional experience or equivalent specialized training in archeological research, administration, or management; at least four months of supervised field and analytic experience in general North American archeology; and demonstrated ability to complete research.
• For GS-12, possess at least one full year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-11 in the Federal service, including comprehensive knowledge of archeology and bioarcheology/osteology.
• Competitive candidates must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements.
• Submit transcripts to support claimed education when applicable; foreign education must be evaluated and deemed equivalent to conventional U.S. education programs.

Nice To Haves

• The position is identified as eligible for the EXPLORE Act Veteran Hiring Pilot Program for qualified Veterans and eligible transitioning Service Members.

Responsibilities

• Prepare historic preservation documentation, compliance and background materials, and consultation documentation for undertakings under Section 106 and Section 110 of the National Historic Preservation Act, NAGPRA, ARPA, NPS Management Policies, and cultural resources management guidelines.
• Advise park management on cultural resources.
• Identify, evaluate, and monitor cultural resources and potential threats, and recommend actions concerning resource status and mitigation of present and future impacts.
• Plan and conduct archaeological projects and research for planning documents, including environmental impact statements, environmental assessments, and archaeological field investigations in compliance with Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act.
• Provide technical information to ensure quality control of cultural resources data collected in field studies.
• Develop and implement long-range plans for the inventory, evaluation, documentation, preservation, research, and interpretation of archeological and other cultural resources in relation to the appropriate mission, objectives, and resource contexts.

Benefits

• A uniform allowance will be provided.
• Federal employees and their families have access to a comprehensive benefits package; specific eligibility depends on position type.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior