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Archaeological Laboratory Director in Ohio
R. Joe Brandon
Some of you did not receive the forwarded attachment for the
Archaeological Laboratory Director in Ohio from the Tennessee Arch list...My apologies for sending it to the whole list again. R. Joe Position Available Archaeological Laboratory Director Gray & Pape, Inc., has a position open for an Archaeological Laboratory Director in their Cincinnati, Ohio, office. A B.A. in Archaeology, Anthropology or related field is required, along with two years of laboratory experience and a minimum of two additional years of laboratory supervisory experience. Experience in the Midwest is preferred. The Laboratory Director will be responsible for overseeing and managing all operations of the laboratory, including the processing, cataloging, analysis, reporting, and curation of artifacts; supervising laboratory personnel; managing and developing appropriate database applications; and managing the collaboration between lab facilities and personnel in the Cincinnati and Richmond, VA, offices. This person must be able to demonstrate ability to work effectively within constraints of project schedules and budgets. Essential duties will include conducting and/or scheduling the catalog and inventory of artifacts, historic and prehistoric; conducting or managing the analysis of artifacts; writing the results of the analysis for inclusion in project reports; supervising all personnel assigned to laboratory duties; and integrating laboratory responsibilities into project schedules and products. Supervisory skills, communication skills, and an ability to effectively work in a project team are a must. Sophisticated database and word processing computer skills are essential. Material culture analysis and interpretation skills are also required. Other skills that will be given serious consideration include floral/faunal analyzes, GIS, and conservation of material culture. Gray & Pape, Inc., offers a competitive pay and benefits package, including paid holidays, paid vacation and sick leave, and health and disability insurance. After one year of employment, regular employees are eligible for a profit-sharing retirement plan. Send a current resume, three references from persons in the CRM field, and an example of recent CRM technical writing (not to be returned) to Gray & Pape, Inc., 1318 Main Street, Cincinnati, Ohio, 45210. For further information, please contact W. Kevin Pape, President, at wkpape@.... An Equal Opportunity Employer. |
Archaeological Technicians Needed!
Giacobbe, John
The Phoenix Office of Stantec Consulting, Inc., is looking for several
individuals to serve as archaeological technicians on several projects in the Phoenix area. Our first project begins on Monday, November 29th, so we hope to fill at least some of the positions before then, but will be taking applications for the foreseeable future. For our first project we are seeking individuals to help us out with a archaeological pedestrian survey of approximately 1,500 acres along the New River drainage. The rate of pay is $10.00 per hour. Experience with the identification of artifacts is essential, regional experience would be valuable (Southwestern United States), and the ability to walk long distances will be required! More information is available upon request, or send vitae to: John Giacobbe at: (602) 707-4716, or jgiacobbe@... Stantec Consulting, Inc. 7776 Pointe Parkway West, Suite 290 Phoenix, Arizona, 85044 Additional positions will become available in the future. Stantec Consulting is an international consulting firm with over 2500 employees, with approximately 500 folks working in the Southwest at our Phoenix, Tucson, Reno, Las Vegas, and Sacramento offices. The Environmental Management Division of Stantec Consulting provides comprehensive environmental consulting services to major clients including the military, Native American groups and other private firms. Our staff of National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) specialists, planners, soil scientists, hydrogeologists, chemical engineers, social scientists, archaeologists, wildlife and aquatic biologists, environmental regulation and policy specialists provide a tremendous depth of specialized talent and resources to meet the growing needs and complex environmental regulatory standards and requirement of our clients. As a knowledge-based organization, we proudly recognize our more than 2,500 employees as our most valuable resource, and ultimately they determine our reputation and vitality. John A. Giacobbe Archaeology & Environmental Science Stantec Consulting, Inc., Phoenix, Arizona (602) 438-2200 jgiacobbe@... |
Late announcement for Hawaii job
R. Joe Brandon
Sorry folks this job posting from about a week ago got lost in my mail box. I have been working on a CD for an upcoming book and was not watching my mail carefully. If any other employers have also sent job postings directly to me recently and have not seen them up yet, please re-send them. Sorry for any inconvenience. Also do not forget the shovelbums bookstore is now online (addres is in the sig file).
Best, R. Joe Garcia and Associates (GANDA), a cultural and natural resources consulting firm, needs experienced field archaeologists for upcoming projects in Hawai'i. Previous experience in Hawaiian archaeology and construction monitoring preferred. If interested please call Alice Roberts at (808) 597-8865, or e-mail her at alicer@..., or fax your resume to (808) 597-8864. |
VA work
R. Joe Brandon
FYI CEMML's archaeology job links are on the web.
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Employment opportunities at Monticello
ARCHAEOLOGICAL FIELD ASSISTANTS - Monticello's Department of Archaeology
seeks Archaeological Field Assistants. The open positions run January-May 2000. Duties include archaeological survey, excavation, and field data collection. Requirements include one year of archaeological field experience. Candidates with at B.A. in anthropology or related field with emphasis in archaeology are preferred. Close date: December 7th. Send a vita, cover letter, and the names of three references to the Director of Human Resources, Monticello, PO Box 316, Charlottesville, VA, 22902. Sara Bon-Harper Archaeology Field Manager Monticello Department of Archaeology P.O. Box 316 Charlottesville, VA 22902 (804) 984-9811 sbonharper@... |
NM work
R. Joe Brandon
From ACRA-L
------------------------------ Date: Wed, 17 Nov 1999 09:38:05 EST From: DJSLMAS@... To: acra-l@... (Multiple recipients of list) Subject: Career Opportunity Message-ID: <0.71eae999.256417cd@...> Manager for Government Contract Lone Mountain Archaeological Services, Inc. has an opening for an archaeologist to oversee an on-call multiyear contract with the Bureau of Land Management in our Albuquerque office. Applicants must have a good rapport with the BLM and state officials, must have exceptional management, editorial, research, and writing skills. This individual may also oversee other projects. Degree in archaeology/anthropology. Minimum of 5 years experience in Cultural Resource Management. Grasp of archaeological method and theory. Knowledge of and experience in Southwestern archaeology and New Mexico archaeology is an advantage. Demonstrated management experience, including ability to successfully supervise subordinates and peers in a variety of field and in-house circumstances, including overseeing and coordinating multiple crews and tasks. Management experience is an advantage. Experience with preparing research designs. Experience preparing proposals and with budget management is a plus. Ability to effectively implement a research design and work plan, and to bring projects to successful and timely completion. Flexibility and willingness to accept challenges. Willingness to accept responsibility and to focus on solutions. Excellent writing and analytic skills are required. Ability to motivate, educate, and mentor. Ability to effectively work with a variety of clients, regulators, and other professionals. The preceding list is not complete, but is intended to convey the types of responsibilities and level of skills and experience required to successfully compete for this position. Lone Mountain is a rapidly growing, five-year old firm with offices in Albuquerque, New Mexico; El Paso, Texas; and Tucson, Arizona. Wages are competitive and based on education and experience but for this job range between $35,000 and $42,000 per year. A comprehensive benefits package is provided (health, paid leave, 401 k). Please mail, fax, or email letter of interest, curriculum vita or resume, and references to: Dr. Deni Seymour Lone Mountain Archaeological Services 2625 Pennsylvania Ave. NE, Suite 2000 Albuquerque, NM 87110 Phone: (505) 881-0011 Fax: (505) 881-0020 Email: djslmas@... (Deni Seymour) ------------------------------------------------------- |
NW work, Indiana work, Michigan work
R. Joe Brandon
Also from ACRA-L
If applying for the jobs, let them know you heard about it on Shovelbums! R. Joe -------------------------------------------------- Historical Research Associates, Inc. Seeks to Hire STAFF AND FIELD ARCHAEOLOGISTS Historical Research Associates, Inc. (HRA), is a company of cultural resource and historical consultants based in Montana, with offices in Missoula, Seattle, and Washington, D.C. Since 1974, HRA has undertaken projects for public and private clients in various regions. Archaeologists in the Seattle and Missoula offices work in the Pacific Northwest, Northern Rocky Mountains, and other areas. HRA seeks several archaeologists with experience in Cultural Resource Management (CRM) in the Northwest/Northern Rocky Mountains, for projects in the Seattle and Missoula offices. These positions include approximately three staff archaeologists, two field crew supervisors, and several field and laboratory crew members. Work starts in January 2000. Staff Archaeologists. One staff archaeologist is needed in HRA's Missoula office and two in the Seattle office. The staff archaeologists would work full-time and on contract for six months, with the possibility of converting to regular, full-time positions. Starting salary will be appropriate to a mid-level or junior-level, depending on qualifications and experience. Benefits include holidays, sick leave, vacation, and health and disability insurance. Responsibilities include conducting background research, survey and excavation fieldwork, and laboratory analysis; writing short reports or portions of large reports; and coordinating with other HRA staff members. Work tasks may involve determinations of significance, evaluation of impacts, and design of mitigation measures. This work can include all types of cultural resources, not just prehistoric archaeological sites. Skills include working independently, on teams, and being able to serve as a field crew supervisor. Periodic travel, especially for fieldwork, will be required. Field sessions often involve 10 consecutive work days separated by 4 days off. Preferred qualifications include a Master's degree (this is required for the Missoula office position) in archaeology and two years of experience in CRM, preferably involving Section 106 compliance projects in the Northwest/Northern Rocky Mountains. Applicants must demonstrate ability and experience in research, survey, excavation, analysis, and writing; have good interpersonal and communication skills; and be willing to travel often. Familiarity with software such as MS Word, Access, Excel, and graphics programs is helpful. Crew Supervisors. Two crew supervisors are needed for the Seattle office for six-month contracts. This position supervises crew members in the performance of archaeological survey, excavation, or laboratory work; collects and organizes field data; coordinates crew equipment, supplies, and logistics. Qualifications include a B.A. degree in Anthropology/Archaeology or related discipline; three years of experience in archaeological fieldwork; knowledge of field methods and ability to conduct fieldwork effectively; good leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills; familiarity with computer word processing and data base systems; physical ability to conduct fieldwork under various environmental conditions; and willingness to travel often. Wages and any benefits will depend on qualifications and contract needs. Field/Lab Crew Members. Several field/lab crew members are needed for Seattle and Missoula office projects. This position performs various tasks on survey and excavation crews. Qualifications include a B.A. degree in Anthropology/Archaeology or related discipline; one year of experience in archaeological fieldwork; knowledge of field methods; interpersonal and communications skills; ability to operate photographic equipment; familiarity with computer word processing and data base systems; physical ability to conduct fieldwork under various environmental conditions; and willingness to travel often. Wages will depend on qualifications and contract needs. TO APPLY FOR ALL POSITIONS, PLEASE SEND COVER LETTER, RESUME, AND LIST OF RE FERENCES; FOR STAFF-LEVEL POSITIONS, INCLUDE A WRITING SAMPLE: (Seattle office positions) Mr. James Carter Historical Research Associates, Inc. 119 Pine Street, Suite 207 Seattle, WA 98101 206-343-0226 voice, 206-343-0249 fax, jcarter@... (Missoula office positions) Mr. Weber Greiser Historical Research Associates, Inc. P.O. Box 7086 Missoula, MT 59807-7086 406-721-1958 voice, 406-721-1964 fax, wgreiser@... DEADLINE: December 10, 1999 HRA is an EEO employer. Our website can be found at the following URL: ------------------------------- Here is a Position Announcement that we would like posted on ACRA-L. Please let me know if I am to submit it in a different way. POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT SENIOR ARCHAEOLOGIST & SUPERVISING ARCHAEOLOGIST Archaeological Investigations Northwest, Inc. (AINW), currently has two regular, full-time positions open at its Portland, Oregon, office. Senior Archaeologist position: Minimum requirements include an MA or MS degree in anthropology or closely related field and 5 to 8 years of archaeological experience. Supervising Archaeologist position: Minimum requirements include an MA or MS degree in anthropology or closely related field and 3 to 5 years of archaeological experience. For a detailed position announcement, please use the following contact information: By phone: Call Geri Stewart at 503-761-6605 e-mail: JobInfo@... Mail: AINW 2632 SE 162nd Avenue Portland, OR 97236 If you are interested in applying for either position, please send a letter of interest and availability, a current resume/vita, and the names and contact information of three references that can provide information about your capabilities and employment experience. AINW's web site can provide information about the firm: www.ainw.com. If you have questions regarding the positions, you may telephone (503-761-6605) or e-mail Jo Reese (jo@...) or John L. Fagan (john@...). There are no closing dates on the positions. The positions will be filled when the appropriate candidate has been selected, so we encourage those interested to respond as soon as possible. AINW is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, or handicap. Thank you, Geri (for Jo Reese) Archaeological Investigations Northwest, Inc. (AINW) -------------------------- Historic Preservation Specialist Indiana University of Pennsylvania Position available for a historic preservation specialist who will provide technical and logistical support to PennDOTs entire cultural resource team of 15 archaeologists and architectural historians. Other major duties include design of a web site for the dissemination of information to the public, creation of a communication system, and PennDOT's representative on the PHMC/PennDOT GIS initiative. Candidates must meet the professional qualification standards defined in the Secretary of Interiors Standards. Salary range is from $33,033 to $38,000 with an excellent benefit package. Contact Dr. Beverly Chiarulli, Director, IUP Archaeological Services, at 724-357-7623 (e-mail: bevc@...). See www.iup.edu/humres/jobline for complete position announcement. Closing Date: Until filled -------------------------- On 11-9-99 Commonwealth Cultural Resources Group Inc. (CCRG) advertised for Field Crew and Crew Chief positions. As clarification we offer the following Pay - $10.00 to $11.00/hr for field crew $12.00 to $13.00/hr for Crew Chiefs Per Diem - @27.50/day (single rooms included) Duration - 4 to 6 weeks (with possibility for longer duration) Projects to start immediately. Please contact: Ms. Mary Jeakle Logistic Coordinator Commonwealth Cultural Resources Group Inc. 2530 Spring Arbor Rd. Jackson, Michigan 49203 Phone: 800 731-3550 Fax: 517 788-6594 E-mail: mjeakle@... --------------- |
Full time Iowa work
R. Joe Brandon
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Please Post! POSITION OPENING Please Distribute! PROJECT ARCHAEOLOGIST GENERAL CONTRACTS PROGRAM Position: Project Archaeologist, General Contracts Program (GCP), Office of the State Archaeologist. This is a full-time, 100 percent, benefited appointment at the Research Assistant III level at the University of Iowa. Basic Responsibilities: Conduct archaeological investigations for Phase I, II, and III survey, site testing, and data recovery undertakings for local and state units of government; federal agencies; and private sector clients. Project Archaeologists report to and coordinate activities with the GCP Director but are responsible for the day-to-day organization and timely execution of field investigations, laboratory analyses, and report preparation. Applicants must be familiar with Section 106 legislation and be able to independently prepare high quality reports with the goal of determining site eligibility to the National Register of Historic Places for federal agency and SHPO review. The work primarily involves projects in Iowa although the potential exists for project work in Missouri, Illinois, Wisconsin, and Minnesota (typically within a 6 hour radius of Iowa City). Extensive travel during the week required; weekend overnight stays away from Iowa City are rare. Required Qualifications: Applicants must meet or exceed the minimum professional qualifications defined by the Secretary of the Interior's Professional Qualification Standards for Archaeology (36CFR61) including a graduate degree in archaeology, anthropology, or a closely related field (M.A./M.S. required, Ph.D. a plus); at least one year of post-graduate degree supervisory experience in Plains/Midwest archaeology; demonstrated ability to carry research (field, lab, and reporting) to completion in a timely and high quality manner; experience directing archaeological crews up to 12 persons in size; and ability to work effectively in a diverse environment. Desired Qualifications: Registered Professional Archaeologist (RPA). Experience with Word, Excel, Access, ArcView GIS, and CorelDRAW computer applications on PC-based platforms. Previous experience with Iowa cultural resource management projects. Individuals with experience in lithic analysis, geoarchaeology, or faunal analysis are especially encouraged to apply, although other specialties will be considered. Previous experience in contract administration, marketing, agency or tribal consultation, supervising field schools, other teaching, or museum-related curation work not required but considered a plus. This is a full-time University of Iowa Professional and Scientific position in a great work environment with an excellent benefits package (five weeks paid vacation per year, TIAA-CREF retirement plan with significant University contribution, health/dental/life insurance coverage) and an estimated base full-time salary of $30,290 to $35,248 depending on experience and qualifications. Anticipated start date is February 21, 2000. Applicants should refer to posting #40162 and send a current CV detailing experience, statement of interest and special skills, and the names/addresses/telephone/e-mail of three references to: John F. Doershuk, Ph.D., RPA Director, General Contracts Program Office of the State Archaeologist University of Iowa 700 Clinton Street Building Iowa City, Iowa 52242-1030 The University of Iowa is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Applications must be received by December 30, 1999. **** ---------------------------------------------------------------------- ---------- Story by R. Joe "Y1K" about the 1st millennium bug as featured on macaddicts web site : PDF version now available at R. Joe Brandon 1-614-847-1202 mailto:rjoe_brandon@... ---------------------------------------------------------------------- ---------- |
Archaeological Field Technician Openings
tracyandheather
Position Available: Archaeological Field Technician
TRC Garrow Associates, Inc. (TRC) is currently seeking qualified individuals to serve as archaeological technicians on several projects throughout the Southeast and Middle Atlantic regions. Successful applicants for this position must have a BA in Anthropology or related field and a minimum of one year of field experience. Anyone interested and available should mail, fax, or email a current resume to Heather Millis at: TRC Garrow Associates, Inc. 6340 Quadrangle Drive, Suite 200 Chapel Hill, NC 27514 (919) 419-7501 (fax) hmillis@... (email) |
Update on Hawaii word
R. Joe Brandon
Folks,
I got this today....and no, IMHO watching "Aloha from Hawaii" 20 times will not count as experience. Best, R. Joe -------- Garcia and Associates has had an overwhelming response to the job announcement for field archaeology positions in Hawaii. Please do not send your resume unless you have professional experience in Hawaii or the Pacific. Thank you. Sincerely, Alice Roberts Garcia & Associates 729B Emily St. Honolulu, HI 96813 (808) 597-8865 (808) 597-8864 Fax ---------------------------------------------------------------------- ---------- Story by R. Joe & D. Baird "Y1K" about the 1st millennium bug as featured on MacAddicts web site : PDF/text versions now available at R. Joe Brandon 1-614-847-1202 mailto:rjoe_brandon@... ---------------------------------------------------------------------- ---------- |
short-term survey crew
Deborah Huntley
ASM Affiliates, Inc., seeks experienced crew for short-term (3-day)
archaeological survey near Albuquerque, New Mexico. This project will run from Wednesday, December 1 through Friday, December 3. The pay rate is $10 per hour and we prefer to hire locals as there is no per diem. If interested please contact Deb Huntley via e-mail at(deb_huntley@...). ---------------------------------------------------- Let them know you heard about it on Shovelbums! |
GAI Field Work
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Let them know you heard about it on Shovelbums! -------------------------------------- GAI Consultants will be hiring 4 experienced field technicians for Phase III work in West Virginia. This project starts 11/29/99. Please fax or email resume with references. email: culture@... fax: 412 372-2161 / attention: Anne/Cultural Resour |
Phoenix work
R. Joe Brandon
[let them know you heard about it on Shovelbums]
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This came across from ACRA-L. One request. Someone recently wrote asking that employers be sure to include their snail mail addresses along with job postings to this list as some of the field techs do not have easy access to fax machines. Best, R. Joe At 7:02 PM -0600 11/23/99, acra-l@... wrote:
Date: Tue, 23 Nov 1999 11:54:59 -0700 |
Work in Vicksburg
R. Joe Brandon
Needed: US Army Corps of Engineers, Vicksburg District, is seeking a
College grad with CRM experience (fieldwork and reporting) to work as a contract employee for six month terms (renewable). Pay is approximately $27K, no benefits. Work will be conducted in MS, LA and AR, and will involve data management, records reviews and involvement on prehistoric, historic, and underwater archeology projects as well as cemetery studies, Native American consultation, and architectural recordation. Anticipate work beginning on or about 1 January 2000. Send vitae to: Tad Britt CEMVK-PP-PQ 4155 E. Clay St. Vicksburg, MS 39183-3435 or Tad.Britt@... [let them know you heard about it on shovelbums!] |
Indiana work - Immediate
Have openings for 3-4 technicians to work Thursday thru Sunday, and again next week thru weekend. Job is in NW Indiana, near Plymouth.
Wages: $15/hr plus per diem and housing. All shovel testing in open agricultural field. Interested in people who can sign on for whole thing, or just a few days. Trying to beat the weather. If interested, E-mail immediately or call me at 1-517-655-3975. Mark C. Branstner Great Lakes Research, Inc. [let them know you heard about this job on Shovelbums!] |
Position Announcement - Historian/Architectural Historian
R. Joe Brandon
From ACRA-L
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Southern California field tech wanted
ASM Affiliates, Inc. currently has one field tech position open from December 6, 1999 through January 4, 2000. The job site is located in Camp Pendleton on the coast of Northern San Diego County. Applicants must have a bachelor's degree in anthropology/archaeology with field experience, preferably in Southern California. Please call Collin O'Neill at (760)632-1094 or (949)495-9669, or Seetha Reddy, Principal Investigator at (760)632-1094 for details. If available, e-mail or fax a resume to collinoneill@... or (760)632-0913. This position may be extended through January 27.
Collin O'Neill Associate Archaeologist ASM Affiliates, Inc. 543 Encinitas Blvd Suite 114 Encinitas, CA 92024 (760)632-1094 (voice) (760)632-0913 (fax) collinoneill@... --- Let them know you heard about it on Shovelbums! |
Colorado forest service work
R. Joe Brandon
This was sent to me over the weekend....
Let them know you heard about it on Shovelbums USAJOBS CONTROL NO TE1683 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------FO ARCHEOLOGIST OPEN PERIOD 12/02/1999 - 12/23/1999 SERIES/GRADE: GS-0193-07/09 SALARY: $ 26,998 TO $ 33,026, ANNUAL PROMOTION POTENTIAL: GS-09 ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER: R215-005-00DEMO HIRING AGENCY: USDA, Forest Service DUTY LOCATIONS: 0001 GLENWOOD SPRINGS, CO REMARKS: OPEN TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC. APPLICATIONS MUST BE POSTMARKED BY THE CLOSING DATE. PLEASE SEE FULL TEXT ANNOUNCEMENT PRIOR TO APPLYING. BEING ADVERTISED CONCURRENTLY W/ R215-006-00G, ONLY ONE POSITION. CONTACT: CANDE READ PHONE: (970) 874-6609 INTERNET ADDRESS: cread/r2_gmug@... USDA FOREST SERVICE GMUG NATIONAL FOREST CANDE READ-15-005 2250 HWY 50 DELTA, CO 81416 UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE United States Forest Service White River National Forest Recruitment Notice No.: R215-005-00DEMO *** * The Forest Service has Legislative authority to recruit and fill Permanent* * (Career-Conditional) and Term Appointments under the USDA Demonstration * * Project. Under this project, interested individuals need not have * * present or previous status as a Federal employee in order to apply. * *** OPENING DATE: 12/02/1999 CLOSING DATE: 12/23/1999 POSITION: Archeologist, GS-0193-07/09 SALARY: GS-07: $25,501 Annual Base Salary, ($12.22 per hour), locality pay for this duty location is 5.87%, adjusted annual salary will be $26,998 ($12.94 per hour). GS-09: $31,195 Annual Base Salary, ($14.95 per hour), locality pay for this duty lo cation is 5.87%, adjusted annual salary will be $33,026 ($15.82 per hour). DUTY LOCATION: White River National Forest, Supervisor's Office, 900 Grand Avenue, Glenwood Springs, Colorado. APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED FROM: Any U.S. citizen 18 years or older. All male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must have registered for the selective service. If selected for this position, the applicant must sign a statement certifying hi s registration. Current or former Federal employees certified as surplus or displaced, or identified in affected positions in the commuting area of the vacancy and who are covered under the Forest Service's Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) or the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) may be entitled to receive special priority selection. This position is being advertised concurrently under internal agency merit promotion procedures through vacancy announcement R215-006-00G. Only one position will be filled. PROMOTION POTENTIAL: The target level of this position is GS-09. If the position is filled at the GS-07 level, the incumbent may be promoted to the target grade without further competition, based upon meeting OPM's Qualification Standards for GS Posit ions, time-in-grade, training, and satisfactory performance. MAJOR DUTIES: At the full performance level the incumbent of this position is responsible for the inventory, evaluation, and advice on cultural resource management, including determination of effects of projects on cultural resources and recommends mit igation. This includes providing advice on identification and management of cultural resources; designing inventory strategies as part of the land use planning process; organizing, supervising, or directly performing inventory of areas; reviews archeol ogical reports; determines eligibility of historical properties for the National Register of Historic Places; provides cultural resource management orientation; interprets cultural resources; and develops contract specifications for cultural resource wo rk and acts as a Contracting Officers Representative or inspector on these contracts. QUALIFICATION REQUIRED: Applicants must meet qualification requirements specified in the Office of Personnel Management's Qualification Standards Handbook for the 0193 series at the GS-05 or GS-07 level. This handbook can be found in any Federal gover nment personnel office or on-line at www.opm.gov/qualifications. Specifically qualifications are: A. 1. Successful completion of a Bachelor's degree: that included three 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, archeologic al 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, typo logy, 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 preserva tion techniques, and report preparation by participation in actual field work. AND six semester hours of related course work in: geography, geology, or cultural geography; history, historiography, or historical archeology; environm! ! ental studies; scientific writing (nonfiction English composition); and/or surveying; AND Archeological field school. OR 2. Successful completion of a Bachelor's degree in a related curriculum such as anthropology (with emphasis on ethnology, physical anthropology, or scientific linguistics), history, American studies, or a related discipline may be accepted as satis fying 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 Four 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 i n 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. IN ADDITION TO THE ABOVE REQUIREMENTS, APPLICANTS FOR THE GS-07 LEVEL MUST ALSO: A. Have at least one year of specialized experience at least equivalent to the GS-05 level. OR B. Have one years of progressively higher level graduate education. OR C. Have Superior Academic Achievement. IN ADDITION TO THE ABOVE REQUIREMENTS, APPLICANTS FOR THE GS-09 LEVEL MUST ALSO: A. Have at least one year of specialized experience at least equivalent to the GS-07 level. OR B. Have two years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a master's degree or a master's or equivalent graduate degree. Specialized experience is experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled. Appli cants who have the 1 year of appropriate specialized experience, are not required to have general experience, education above the high school level, or any additional specialized experience to meet the minimum qualification requirements. Graduate education must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position to receive credit. Superior Academic Achievement may be used to qualify for the GS-07 level for persons who have completed (or expect to complete within 9 months) all the requirements for a bachelor's degree from and accredited college or university. Superior Academic Ac hievement may be based upon class standing, grade-point average or honor society membership. To be based upon class standing the applicant must be in the upper third of the graduating class in the college, university, or major subdivision, such as the College of Liberal Arts or the School of Business administration, based on completed courses. To be based upon grade point average applicants must have a grade-point average of 3.0 or higher out of a possible 4.0 as recorded on their official transcrip t or as computed based on 4 years of education or as computed based on courses completed during the final 2 years of the curriculum; or 3.5 or higher out of a possible 4.0 based on the average of the required courses completed in th! ! e major field or the required courses in the major field completed during the final 2 years of the curriculum. To be based on membership in a national scholastic honor society the honor society should be listed in the Association of College Honor Socie ties: Booklet of Information (1992-95) and/or Baird's Manual of American College Fraternities (1991). Membership in a freshman honor society cannot be used to met the requirements of this provision. Combinations of successfully completed post-high school education and experience may be used to meet requirements. Applicants will be evaluated based on the quality and extent to which their experience and education show possession of the qualifications required. Credit will be given for the percentage of time that applicants have spent on those specialized duties l isted. Please provide those percentages if your position involves mixed duties, i.e., where only a portion of your work experience would be creditable for this position. Evaluation will be based upon information submitted in the application package re ceived or postmarked on or before the closing date of this announcement. For CTAP and ICTAP eligibles: well-qualified is defined as (1) meeting the qualification standards, supplemental qualifications, quality ranking factors, and physical qualifications or (2) is rated by the Agency to be above minimally qualified under th e Agency's specific selection process. PAY, BENEFITS AND WORK SCHEDULE: This is a permanent full time career-conditional appointment. Selectee will be eligible for health and life insurance, annual (vacation) and sick leave and will be covered under the Federal Employees Retirement System. OTHER INFORMATION: Transfer of Station/Relocation expenses will not be paid for current temporary employees. Veterans Preference: Generally, preference is granted to veterans who entered the military service prior to October 14, 1976; or served on active duty during the period from August 2, 1990, through January 2, 1992, and who is otherwise eligible; or who have served in a military action for which they received a Campaign Badge or Expeditionary Medal. This includes the Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal (AFEM) awarded to those who participated in Operation Joint Endeavor or Operation Joint Guard. Also, you may be entitled to veterans preference if you are a disabled veteran; you have received a Purple Heart; you are the spouse or mother of a disabled veteran; or you are the widow, widower, or mother of a deceased veteran. You will need to submit a St andard Form (SF) 15 and proof of your claim. HOW TO APPLY: The following information MUST be submitted to evaluate applicant qualifications and to determine if applicants meet legal requirements for Federal employment. (All forms that are not attached to this announcement may be found on-line at www.opm.gov/forms/index.htm.) 1. OF-612, Optional Application for Federal Employment Form, resume, curriculum vitae, or any other written format you choose, showing the recruitment notice number at the top your application package. (REQUIRED) When preparing your application, be su re to describe any experience you might have which is directly related to the duties of this position. Provide percentages of time if your position is a mixed duties position where not all your work experience would be creditable for this position. Cr edit will be given for the percentage of time that you have spent on those specialized duties listed. TO RECEIVE CREDIT FOR JOB RELATED TRAINING COURSES, SKILLS, CURRENT CERTIFICATES OF LICENSES, HONORS, AWARDS AND SPECIAL ACCOMPLISHMENTS, LIST EACH IT EM SEPARATELY BY TITLE, HOURS, DAYS AND DATES. If you submit a resume or any other form of written correspondence, it must contain the following information: A. Job Information - Announcement number, title, and grade(s) of the job for which you are applying. B. Personal Information - Full name, mailing address, day and evening phone numbers with area code, social security number, country of citizenship, and the following if applicable; veterans' preference, proof of federal employment, reinstatement eligi bility and highest federal civilian grade and series held. C. Education - High school (name, city, state, and zip code), date of diploma or GED, colleges and universities (name, city, state, and zip code), majors, type and year of degrees received (if no degree, show total semester or quarter hours earned). A copy of ALL your college transcript should be submitted. D. Work Experience - Give the following information for paid and volunteer work experience related to the job for which you are applying: job title, (include series and grade if federal job), duties and responsibilities, employer's name and address, supervisor's name and phone number, starting and ending dates (month and year), hours per week, and salary. Do not send job descriptions. Please indicate if we may contact your current supervisor. 2. OF-306, Declaration for Federal Employment. (Required) 3. Transcripts from any high school and ALL post-high school educational institutions attended. Provide semester/quarter hours information and grade point average (GPA). If a course title is not indicative of the course contents, you MUST provide a br ief description of the course contents to receive credit for the course. (Required) 4. Copy of DD-214, Report of Separation from Active Duty, must be received with your application package if you are claiming veterans' preference and must show an honorable discharge. Additional documentation may be required. If you have questions con cerning documents needed, please contact the person identified below. 5. SF-15, Claim for 10-Point Veteran, as well as proof required on reverse of form, if you are claiming compensable disability preference. 6. USDA Applicant Supplemental Sheet, AD-1086 (Optional) 7. Most recent copy of SF-50B, Notification of Personnel Action, or equivalent if you are a current of former Federal employee. 8. CTAP/ICTAP Eligibles: You must submit a copy of the RIF separation notice or Certificate of Expected Separation (CES) and current (or last performance) rating of record of at least fully successful or equivalent along with your application. Incomplete, illegible, inaccurate, or unsigned forms will result in you not being considered for this position. Please fill out the application carefully and be sure to sign and return the forms within the assigned timeframe. SUBMIT OUR APPLICATION PACKAGE TO: To receive consideration for this position, applications must be postmarked on or before the closing date. Applications postmarked after the closing date will not be considered. Faxed applications to our number belo w must be received by close of business (4:30 P.M. Mountain Time) the day the vacancy closes. Hand carried or mailed: USDA, Forest Service ATTN: Cande Read-15-005 2250 Hwy 50 Delta, CO 81416 FAXed: 970-874-6686 ATTN: Cande Read-15-005 From IBM: cread/r2,gmug E-mail: Cande.Read/r2_gmug@... You may verify receipt of your application by enclosing a self-addressed post card. Additional information may be obtained by contacting Cande Read at (970) 874-6609. Hearing impaired applicants may contact our TDD number at (970) 874-6660. Collect c alls will not be accepted. Use of postage paid government agency envelopes to file job applications is a violation of federal laws and regulations. Applications submitted in postage paid government envelopes will not be accepted. OTHER IMPORTANT INFORMATION: BARGAINING UNIT STATUS: This position is NOT included in the NFFE Consolidated Bargaining Unit. AVAILABILITY OF FOREST SERVICE AFFILIATED DAY CARE FACILITIES: None. AVAILABILITY OF GOVERNMENT HOUSING: None. "The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) prohibits discrimination in all its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, disability, political beliefs, sexual orientation, and martial or family status. (Not all prohibited bases apply to all programs.) Persons with disabilities who require alternative means for communication of program information (Braille, large print, audiotape, etc.) should contact USDA's TARGET Center at (202) 720-2600 (voice and TDD). To file a complaint of discrimination, write USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, Room 326-W, Whitten Building, 14th and Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20250-9410 or call (202) 720-5964 (voice or TDD). USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer." -------------------form AD-1086 follows------------------------- AD-1086 FORM APPROVED OMB NO. 0505-009 CASE FILE NUMBER:_________________________________________________________ (FOR OFFICE USE ONLY) U.S. DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE APPLICANT SUPPLEMENTAL SHEET Applicants for positions with the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) are requested to provide the following information for statistical purposes only. The information will be used to evaluate USDA'S recruitment and hiring activities. Public Law 93-579 (Privacy Act of 1974) permits solicitation of personal information. SUBMISSION OF THIS INFORMATION IS VOLUNTARY. Your failure to do so will not affect the processing of your application. Your cooperation is appreciated. 1. Which of the following best describes your current employment status? (Check no more than two.) __ 01 College/university teaching or research __ 02 Private Industry __ 03 State/local government __ 04 Federal government __ 05 Member of the military __ 06 Unemployed __ 07 Current USDA employee __ 08 Other:___________________________________ 2.Which of the following describes your veteran preference status?(Check One). __ 01 None __ 04 10 point compensable __ 02 5 point __ 05 10 point other __ 03 10 point disability __ 06 10 point/30%compensable 3.Which of the following describes your race/national origin? (Check one.) __ A American Indian/Alaskan Native __ B Asian or Pacific Islander __ C Black, not of Hispanic origin __ D Hispanic __ E White, not of Hispanic Origin __ Y Not Hispanic, Puerto Rico __ Q All Other Asian or Pacific Islander in Hawaii 4.Which of the following best describes your disability status? (Select all that apply.) __ 01 No disability __ 06 Complete paralysis __ 02 Hearing impairment __ 07 Convulsive disorder __ 03 Vision impairment __ 08 Mental retardation __ 04 Missing extremities __ 09 Mental or emotional illness __ 05 Partial paralysis __ 10 Severe distortion of limbs and/or spine __ 11 I have a disability not listed 5. Are you: (Check one.) __ Male __ Female THANK YOU FOR FILLING OUT THIS FORM According to the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, no persons are required to respond to a collection of information unless it displays a valid OMB control number. The valid OMB control number for this information collection is 0505-0009. The time required to complete this information collection is estimated to average 5 minutesper response, including the time for reviewing instructions,searching existing data sources, gathering and maintaing the data needed,and completing and reviewing the collection of information. 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Let them know you heard about it on Shovelbums. R. Joe Vacancy Announcement DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA) USDA, FOREST SERVICE Vacancy Announcement Number: NA-026-99D Opening Date: 12/02/99 Closing Date: 12/31/99 Position: ARCHEOLOGIST GS-0193-11 Salary: $41,726 per year (pay rates for 2000 have not been set at this time) Duty Location: 1 vacancy at Milford, Pennsylvania This position is a full-time TERM position, not-to-exceed two years, on the staff of the USDA Forest Service Northeastern Area's, State and Private Forestry (NA) field office, located at the Grey Towers National Historic Landmark, in Milford, Pennsylvania. Applications will be accepted from: Open to all qualified persons. Major Duties: The person in this position will have assignments that include the protection and analysis of the cultural resources of a National Historic Landmark, Grey Towers, during a major restoration/renovation program. The incumbent is expected to perform work tasks such as cultural resource surveys in the Delaware Valley area of Northeast Pennsylvania, completing surveys to identify cultural resources in the path of construction in the Grey Towers gardens, and to operate as the sole professional archeologist at Grey Towers with direct contacts to the Pennsylvania Historic and Museum Commission and the Advisory Council for Historic Preservation for cultural resource compliance. The work requires the incumbent to interpret available data in terms of the variables involved and to extend and modify procedures to resolve complex issues. The purpose of the work is to plan,carry out,and provide advice to the Grey Towers Site Manager,including developing a Landmark program for cultural resources management and assisting with policy formulation, developing immediate and long range objectives, planning for integration with resource activities, and in the establishment of archeology priorities. Qualifications Required: In order to qualify for this position, all applicants must have successfully completed both the following Basic Requirement and the Specialized Requirement. Basic Requirement: A degree in Archeology which includes three semester hours in each of the following course areas: (1) History of Archeology; (2) Archeology of a major geographical area such as North America or Africa; (3) Regional archeology, archeology 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; (4) Theory and methods of archeology, and (5) Archeology Field School - to provide a basic understanding of theoretical and practical approaches to research design implementation/field preservation techniques/report preparation by participation in actual field work - AND - six semester hours of related course work in geography/geology/cultural geography; history/historiography/historical archeology; environmental studies; scientific writing, and/or surveying - AND - archeological field school. Specialized Requirement: After meeting the above Basic Requirement, to then qualify at the GS-11 grade level, it is necessary to have 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education or a Ph.D or equivalent doctoral degree - OR - have one year of specialized experience at least equivalent to the GS-09 grade level. Specialized experience is considered to be experience which has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledges,skills,and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position and which is typically in, or related to, the work of the position to be filled. To qualify based on education, submit copy of transcript or list of courses with credit hours, major(s), and grade-point average or class ranking. Application materials will not be returned. Credit will be given for all appropriate qualifying experience regardless of whether compensation was received or whether the experience was gained as a part-time or full-time occupation. Full-time work is generally considered to be 35 to 40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment. Knowledges, Skills and Abilities Required: Candidates must possess the Selective Placement Factors listed below in order to receive consideration for this position. These selective placement factors are basic to, and essential for, satisfactory performance on the job, i.e., a prerequisite to appointment. Candidates who do not possess these selective placement factors will not be referred for further consideration: (1) Professional knowledge of archeological principles, practices, and concepts, with a specialization in historic archeology in the mid-Atlantic region. (2) Ability to complete cultural resource compliance requirements, field work, and reports, at a landmark site during major construction program, with time constraints. Candidates must submit a narrative statement on a separate page which specifies how the above Selective Placement Factors have been met. Basis of Rating: For CTAP and ICTAP, well-qualified means that the applicant meets the qualification standard and eligibility requirements for the position, meets minimum educational and experience requirements, meets all selective factors where applicable, and is able to satisfactorily perform the duties of the position upon entry. Pay, Benefits and Work Schedule: All Federal employees are required by PL 104-134 to have Federal payments made by Direct Deposit. Conditions of Employment: Under Executive Order 11935, only United States citizens and nationals (residents of American Samoa and Swains Island) may compete for civil service jobs. Agencies are permitted to hire noncitizens only in very limited circumstances where there are no qualified citizens available for the position. As a condition of employment, male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must certify that they have registered with the Selective Service System, or are exempt from having to do so under the Selective Service Law. This is not a drug-testing designated position. Some travel will be required. Other Information: Applications will be accepted from status and nonstatus candidates. First consideration will be given to CTAP and ICTAP eligibles Competitive status is not required for mentally retarded or severely physically disabled applicants eligible for appointment under Section 213.3102 (T) or (U) of Schedule A, and 30% or more disabled veterans eligible for appointment under 5 CFR 16.402 (b) (5),and veterans eligible for a Veterans Readjustment Appointment (VRA) under 5 CFR 307.103. If claiming 5 point veterans' preference, a DD-214 must be submitted. If claiming 10 point veterans' preference, both a DD-214 and SF-15 must be submitted. Your Social Security Number is requested under the authority of Executive Order 9397 to uniquely identify your records from those of other applicants' who may have the same name. As allowed by law or Presidential directive, your SSN is used to seek information about you from employers, schools, banks, and other who may know you. Failure to provide your SSN on your application materials, will result in your application not being processed. Before being hired, you will be required to sign and certify the accuracy of the information in your application if you have not done this using an application form such as the OF-612. If you make a false statement in any part of your application, you may not be hired; you may be fired after you begin work; or you may be subject to fine, imprisonment, or other disciplinary action. How To Apply: Submit application by mail, to be postmarked by the closing date of the announcement in order to receive consideration. Hand delivered applications must be received by closing date. Individuals who are eligible for consideration under a special hiring authority (e.g., 30% compensable veterans, VRA eligibles, severely handicapped individuals, former Peace Corps and VISTA Volunteers, etc.) will be accepted and considered non-competitively for this vacancy. Special hiring authority eligibles must indicate on their application if they are applying under a special program and submit proof of eligibility with their application. The VRA hiring authority is limited to positions at the GS-11 level and below. Applicants who wish to be considered under an appropriate special hiring authority as well as under the competitive examining process must submit two complete applications. When only one application is received from a special hiring authority eligible, it will be considered under the appropriate special hiring authority only. Applicants must submit a copy of their college transcript or a list of college courses that includes hours and grades, if qualifying under education. Applications mailed using government postage and/or internal Federal government mail systems are in violation of agency and postal regulations and will not be accepted. Please submit the following documents to the mailing address provided in this announcement: (1) A written application for employment. You may use OF-612 (Optional Application for Federal Employment), a resume, or submit an alternative format. You must include all of the information specified in this vacancy announcement and all information listed in the Office of Personnel Management's brochure "Applying for a Federal Job (OF-510). Applications must be Typed or Printed clearly in dark ink. (2) Narrative assessment of your qualifications in terms of the Selective Placement Factors - Knowledge, Abilities, Skills and Other Characteristics (KASOCS) identified within this announcement. Describe experience (paid or unpaid), education, training and self-development as related to the KASOCS. (3) List reports prepared for review by State Preservation Officers (SHPO). Submit a resume, Optional Application for Federal Employment (OF-612) or other written application format of your choice. Be sure you provide all of the information requested below: Job Information: - Announcement Number, title and grade(s) for which you are applying. Personal Information: - Full name, mailing address (with zip code) and day/evening telephone numbers (with area code). - Social Security Number. Giving your Social Security Number is voluntary. However, we cannot process your application without it. - Country of Citizenship. - If ever employed by the Federal Government, please show the highest Federal civilian grade held, job series, and dates of employment in grade. Education: - High School name, city, state and zip code, date of diploma or GED. - Colleges and/or Universities attended, city state and zip code. - Major field(s) of study. - Type and year of degree(s) received. If no degree received, show total credit hours received in semester or quarter hours. Work Experience for each paid or non-paid position held related to the job for which you are applying (do not provide copies of job descriptions): - Job title. - Duties and accomplishments. - Number of hours per week. - Employers name and address. - Supervisor's name and phone number. - Starting and ending dates of employment (month and year). - Salary. - Indicate if your current supervisor may be contacted. Other Qualifications: - Job-related training courses (title and year). - Job-related skills (e.g., other languages, computer software/hardware, tools, machinery, typing speed, etc.) - Job-related certificates and licenses. - Job-related honors, awards, and special accomplishments (e.g., publications, memberships in professional or honor societies, leadership activities, public speaking, performance awards, etc.) Do not send copies of documents unless specifically requested. - If you are applying for Veteran Preference, submit evidence of eligibility, such as; DD-214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, or Standard Form 15, Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference, and the proof requested on the form. - If you are or have been a Federal employee, please submit a copy of your last Notification of Personnel Action, Form SF-50, and your most recent or last performance appraisal. Applicants who do not submit the required items will not be considered. It is the applicant's responsibility to provide documentation/proof of claimed qualifications, education, veterans preference, status (SF-50) and/or verification of eligibility for non-competitive appointment, (and eligibility for Indian Preference for Employment, where applicable). Applicants will not be contacted for additional information if their applications are incomplete or inadequate. Failure to submit all required documents and information requested by the closing date of this announcement may result in your not receiving full consideration. Applicant's qualifications will be evaluated solely on the information submitted in their applications. Materials submitted as a part of your application will not be returned. Faxed materials will not be accepted. For additional information about this position please contact: Bill Mannion, Personnel Management Specialist, at (610)557-4236 Submit your application package to: USDA Forest Service Bill Mannion - Human Resources Management 11 Campus Blvd, Suite 200 Newtown Square, PA 19073 The Federal Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) prohibits discrimination in all its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, disability, political beliefs, sexual orientation, and marital or family status. (Not all prohibited bases apply to all programs.) Persons with disabilities who require alternative means for communication of program information (Braille, large print, audiotape, etc.) should contact USDA's TARGET CENTER at (202) 720-2600 (voice and TDD). To file a complaint of discrimination, write USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, Room 326-W, Whitten Building, 14th and Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20250-9410 or call (202) 720-5964 (voice and TDD). USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer. |
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