KEY REQUIREMENTS



• You must be a U.S. Citizen
• Male applicants must meet the Selective Service requirement
• You will be subject to a background/suitability investigation/determination
• Must complete Assessment
• Please read the entire announcement

Major duties, include, but are not limited to, the following:

·         Developing and implementing the Archeology and Collections Program in the National Center for Preservation Technology and Training, including the identification of needs, programming support, through out the Center’s grants program, cooperative agreements, contracts or partnerships with federal, state, and local agencies, academic institutions, nonprofits, tribes, museums and international organizations

·         Developing national criteria standards and policies for archeology and collections activities

·         Establishing procedures for developing, reviewing and evaluating archeology and collection proposals

·         Publicizing availability of funds

·         Developing a major national program of research related to archeology and collections

·         Facilitating relationships with research institutions in the public, private and academic sectors and prepares cooperative agreements

·         Providing expert advice and consulting services

·         Developing and administering training

·         Interpreting current professional standards, federal, state, and local cultural resource management laws, regulations, and executive orders’

·         Proposing new standards for management of resources

·         Evaluating and monitoring archeological research projects

·         Providing technical assistance and prepares responses to inquiries regarding procedures and methods of discovery, evaluation, protection and collection management

·         Preparing descriptive and analytical reports

·         Representing NCPTT

·         Supervising the work of lower-graded staff.

All qualifications requirement must be met by the closing date of Tuesday, January 31, 2012

All applicants must meet the Basic Education Requirements or Basic Experience for this position.  SEE EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS or BASIC EXPERIENCE below:

Basic Experience: Applicants must have four years of archaeological 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 in an archaeological field school.  Field experience should have included a combination of professional experience in archaeological 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 archaeologist, 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 archaeological project

In addition to meeting the basic Education or basic Experience: applicants must also meet the specialized experience required for this position. 

To qualify at the GS-12 level, applicants must have 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 level in the federal service. Specialized experience at the GS-11 level includes experience researching and providing analysis of current state and federal archaeology programs; identifying the impact of laws and existing regulations on state and federal agencies and identifying policy issues and actual or potential problems in archaeological programs; experience managing a major program of research, gained by managing multiple archeological contracts or by developing research priorities and projects at a university or government agency.

To qualify at the GS-13 level, applicants must have 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 level in the federal service. Specialized experience at the GS-12 level includes experience interpreting laws, regulations and procedures to recommend changes; evaluating the trends and quality of contemporary archaeological research; and promoting and articulating the public benefits of archeology and archaeological stewardship through work with a variety of internal and external partners to foster a preservation ethic; experience managing a major program of research, gained by managing multiple archeological contracts or by developing research priorities and projects at a university or government agency

IN ADDITION TO THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS, ALL APPLICANTS MUST MEET THE SELECTIVE PLACEMENT FACTOR IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION. FAILURE TO MEET THE SELECTIVE PLACEMENT FACTOR WILL RESULT IN THE APPLICANT NOT RECEIVING FURTHER CONSIDERATION FOR THIS POSITION.

SELECTIVE PLACEMENT FACTOR: Knowledge of terrestrial and submerged North American archeology, including the history, theory, methods and techniques of scientific, anthropological archeology, and of archival history

Basic Education Requirement

1. All applicants must have a degree that included 3 semester hours in each of the following course areas:

 · History of archeology

 · Archeology of a major geographical area such as North America or Africa

 · Regional archeology, archeological 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, typology, classification, sampling, cultural evolution, diffusion, dating, and analytical techniques.

 · Archeological field school, to provide a basic understanding of theoretical and practical approaches to research design implementation, field preservation 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;

 · environmental studies;

 · scientific writing (nonfiction English composition); and/or

· surveying AND

 · Archeological field school

2. Degree in anthropology (with emphasis on ethnology, physical anthropology, or scientific linguistics), history, American studies, or a related discipline may be accepted as satisfying educational requirements, provided the curriculum supplied academic course work sufficiently similar to the requirements above (including archeological field school).

 

Foreign Education: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show that the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html

Requirements when selecting Specialty Codes

The following section is used to determine your eligibility for appointment in the Federal Government. Please refer to the specialty code requirements below when selecting a specialty code for consideration. NOTE: You must submit the required documentation to verify your eligibility, failure to provide the required documents will render you ineligible for consideration. See instructions under the "How to Apply" and "Required Documents" for submitting applicable documentation.

001 - Competitive Delegated Examining Procedures – Open to all U.S. citizens. You do not have to be a current or former government employee to be considered for this position. Current federal employees applying under this specialty code may be subject to serving a new probationary period if selected.

HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:

Once you complete and submit your application package, a review of your resume and supporting documentation will be made to ensure you meet the basic job requirements.  In addition, we will evaluate your responses to the assessment questionnaire to measure the degree to which your background matches the requirements for the position.  To preview the assessment questionnaire, click on the View Occupational Questionnaire.

The assessment questionnaire is designed to measure your ability in the following competencies needed to successfully perform on the Job:

·         Knowledge of terrestrial and submerged North American archeology, including the history, theory, methods and techniques of scientific, anthropological archeology, and of archival history

·         Knowledge of laws and regulations relating to the preservation of archaeological resources, and familiarity with the fields of historic preservation in addition to archeology

·         Knowledge of budget process, policies and laws

·         Skill in communicating technical and non-technical materials to a variety of audiences in multiple formats

·         Ability to develop public archaeological policies and administrative procedures, and to implement such policies and procedures through effective coordination government-wide and with the professional historic preservation community

·         Knowledge of program management and staff supervision

Applicants selecting Specialty Code 001 will be evaluated under Category Rating procedures.  If you meet the qualifications requirements, based on your score, your application will be placed in one of three categories; Best Qualified, Well Qualified, or Qualified. Within these categories, applicants eligible for Veterans Preference will receive selection priority over non-veterans. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment.

• Best Qualified - Meets the minimum qualification requirements and demonstrates exceptional experience in most of the requirements of the position.
• Well Qualified - Meets the minimum qualification requirements and demonstrates strong experience in most of the requirements of the position.
• Qualified - Meets the minimum qualification requirements of the position either through experience or education.

VETERANS PREFERENCE:

When applying for Federal Jobs, eligible veterans should claim preference on their application or résumé.   Applicants claiming 10-point preference must complete an SF 15, Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference.   Veterans who are still in the service may be granted tentative preference on the basis of information contained in their applications, but they must produce a DD Form 214 prior to appointment to document entitlement to preference.

For more information on Veterans' Preference, please review the VetGuide.

Your resume and supporting documentation will be verified. If you rated yourself higher than what is supported by your application material, your score may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this job.  Please follow all instructions carefully.  Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment. 

Working for the National Park Service offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, life insurance, health benefits, and participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System.  The following Web address is provided for your reference to explore the major benefits offered to most Federal employees.   To find out more click here http://www.usajobs.gov/EI/benefits.asp.

If you use public transportation, part of your transportation costs may be subsidized. Our human resources office can provide additional information on how this program is run.

OTHER INFORMATION:

The Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) provides eligible displaced Federal competitive service employees with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies.  If your agency has notified you in writing that you are a displaced employee eligible for ICTAP consideration, you may receive selection priority if this vacancy is within your ICTAP eligibility, you apply under the instructions in this announcement, and you are found well-qualified for this vacancy. To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be well qualified or above on the rating criteria for this position.  You must provide proof of eligibility with your application to receive selection priority.  Such proof may include a copy of your written notification of ICTAP eligibility or a copy of your separation personnel action form.  Information about ICTAP eligibility is on OPM's Career Transition Resources website at http://www.opm.gov/ctap/index.asp .  

The Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) provides eligible displaced Federal competitive service employees with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies.  If your agency has notified you in writing that you are a displaced employee eligible for CTAP consideration, you may receive selection priority if this vacancy is within your CTAP eligibility, you apply under the instructions in this announcement, and you are found well-qualified for this vacancy.  To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be well qualified or above on the rating criteria for this position.  You must provide proof of eligibility with your application to receive selection priority.  Such proof may include a copy of your written notification of CTAP eligibility or a copy of your separation personnel action form.  Information about CTAP eligibility is on OPM's Career Transition Resources website at http://www.opm.gov/ctap/index.asp.

Please indicate the lowest grade or salary you are willing to accept.  If not indicated, we will only consider you at the highest grade for which you qualify.

Identification of promotion potential in this position does not constitute a commitment or an obligation on the part of management to promote the employee selected at some future date.  Promotion will depend upon administrative approval and the continuing need for an actual assignment and performance of higher level duties.

You may be required to serve a probationary period of 1 year.

You may be required to serve a supervisory probationary period of 1 year unless previously served.

If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/59 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency.

Travel Relocation Expenses

Travel, transportation, and relocation expenses will not be paid if the person selected for the position is from outside the local commuting area. 

This is a positive education position, therefore, copy of transcript or list of courses is required at the time of application.  IF selected, an OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT will be required.   

To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package, which includes:

1. Your Résumé
2. A complete Occupational Questionnaire
3. Additional Required Documents (see Required Documents section below)

The complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on Tuesday, January 31, 2012.

To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account.  Follow the prompts to complete the occupational questionnaire. Please ensure you click the Submit My Answers button at the end of the process. 
 
Note: To check the status of your application or return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account, select Application Status, and click on the more information link under the application status for this position. 

To fax supporting documents you are unable to upload, complete this cover page http://staffing.opm.gov/pdf/usascover.pdf using the following Vacancy ID  458515.  Fax your documents to 1-478-757-3144.

If you cannot apply online:

1. Click the following link to view and print the occupational questionnaire View Occupational Questionnaire,
2. Print this 1203FX form to provide your response to the occupational questionnaire http://www.opm.gov./forms/pdf_fill/OPM1203fx.pdf, and
3. Fax the completed 1203FX form along with any supporting documents to 1-478-757-3144. Your 1203FX will serve as a cover page for your fax transmission.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:

The following documents are required:

• Résumé or application
• Copy of Transcript or list of college courses, with credit hours, major(s), and grade point average or class ranking.   (Prior to appointment, an official college transcript will be required.)
• Responses to the questionnaire
• Veterans Preference documentation (DD-214 or equivalent, SF-15 and VA Letter, as appropriate) (only applicable to Veterans)

AGENCY CONTACT INFO:

WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT:

Once your complete application package (including all required documents) is received, we will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications and determine your ranking.   Based on your ranking or numerical score, you may be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview.  

Control Number: 2371064

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