Occasional travel - No more than 2-8 days per month travel likely for this position
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Term - This is a Term position NTE 13 months initially and is subject to further indefinite extension in one-year increments based on continuing funding
The general duties of the incumbent include advising on the rights and roles that Indian Tribes, Native Hawaiian organizations (NHOs), and other Indigenous Peoples have in historic preservation. A primary focus of this position includes advising the Director of OTIP regarding policy and program issues with principal focus on infrastructure projects considered "covered projects" under FAST-41. The incumbent will serve as OTIP's subject matter expert and primary point-of-contact with the Federal Permitting Improvement Steering Council (Permitting Council). Primary duties of the incumbent include:
At the full performance level GS-13 the major duties of this position include, but are not limited to the following:
1. As appropriate, working with the Permitting Council to develop information, trainings, and other resources to support continued involvement of Indian Tribes, NHOs, and Indigenous Peoples in reviews under Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act (Section 106);
2. Providing expert technical advice and assistance to other federal and state agencies, Indian Tribes, NHOs, state and Tribal Historic Preservation Offices, and other organizations and the public regarding the rights and roles that Indian Tribes, NHOs, and other Indigenous Peoples have in historic preservation;
3. Assisting federal agencies with the development of their Tribal and Native Hawaiian consultation procedures in a manner consistent with the Section 106 implementing regulations;
4. Developing or delivering training regarding the rights and roles that Indian Tribes, NHOs, and other Indigenous Peoples have in the Section 106 process;
5. Participating with other ACHP staff in consultation and meetings on project and programmatic and proposals that involve Indian Tribes, NHOs, and Indigenous Peoples;
6. Representing the agency and the office on interagency working groups regarding issues relevant to Indian Tribes, NHOs, and Indigenous Peoples;
7. Assisting the Director of OTIP in meeting the ACHP's responsibilities for interagency initiatives, including on the White House Council of Native American Affairs, regarding issues of relevance to Indian Tribes, NHOs, and Indigenous Peoples;
8. Developing and maintaining working relationships with stakeholders in the Section 106 process, especially Indian Tribes, NHOs, and Indigenous Peoples;
9. Assisting the ACHP Office of Federal Agency Programs (OFAP) staff in the resolution of complex and sensitive Section 106 reviews and the negotiation of agreement documents where there are issues of concern to Indian Tribes, NHOs, or Indigenous Peoples;
10. Working with the Director of OTIP to develop agency policies, recommendations to other agency officials, and guidance for implementations of those sections of the National Historic Preservation Act that pertain to Indian Tribes, NHOs, and other Indigenous Peoples; and
11. Assisting the Director of OTIP in developing briefing materials and briefing leadership on significant issues related to Indian Tribes, NHOs, and Indigenous Peoples.
Salary:
The actual duty station will be negotiated upon selection. Salary will vary depending on duty station location.
Selective Service: If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service system, or are exempt from having to do so under the Selective Service Law. See http://www.sss.gov/.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualification Requirements:
To qualify for this position you must meet the Specialized Experience.
Specialized Experience: To qualify for the GG-13, you must possess at least one full year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 level in the Federal service, or comparable experience not gained through Federal service. Specialized experience is considered that which is in, or directly related to, the line of work of the position to be filled, and which has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. This is defined as experience that demonstrates a practical knowledge of the subject area of the position and of the methods and techniques of instruction. Examples of qualifying specialized experience include:
Applying Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act and other federal historic preservation laws and regulations, executive orders, and environmental laws impacting Indian Tribes, Native Hawaiian Organizations (NHOs), and Indigenous People
Work applying knowledge of the history, policies, and programs of the United States government regarding Indian Tribes, NHOs, and Indigenous Peoples, and social and governmental structures and cultural practices of Indian Tribes, NHOs, and Indigenous Peoples.
Work with diverse cultures as demonstrated through documented experiences.
Addressing cultural resource issues of interest to Indian Tribes, NHOs, and Indigenous Peoples.
Negotiating and interacting effectively with a broad range of individuals, including high level officials having varying degrees of knowledge regarding historic preservation.
All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement.
Education
There is no specific education requirement for this position.
Additional information
Applicants who include vulgar, offensive, or inappropriate language or information in their application package will be ineligible for further consideration for this position. The application contains information subject to the Privacy Act (P.L. 93-579, 5 USC 552a). The information is used to determine qualifications for employment, and is authorized under Title 5, USC, Section 3302 and 3361.
A preliminary background check must be completed before a new employee can begin work with the Advisory Council on Historic Preservation (ACHP). The preliminary background check consists of a search of Office of Personnel Management and Department of Defense background investigation files and an FBI National Criminal History Fingerprint Check; it may take up to 3 weeks to complete. If selected for this position, you will be extended a tentative offer of employment pending a satisfactory background check. Current Federal employees or individuals with an existing completed background investigation may not be required to undergo another background check; these will be handled on a case-by-case basis in coordination with the Bureau security office.
NOTICE: This employer participates in E-Verify and will utilize your Form I-9 information to confirm you are authorized to work in the U.S.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Your resume will be evaluated by an HR and an Advisory Council on Historic Preservation (ACHP) subject matter expert in order to determine if you possess the necessary qualifications to be further considered for this position.
Please note that all required documentation is required for consideration for this position. If you do not provide the necessary documentation, you will not be considered.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
Your resume must contain information sufficient to make a valid determination that you fully meet the specialized experience requirements as stated in this vacancy announcement and OPM qualification standards for each grade level(s) for which you are applying. It is strongly recommended that you use the USAJobs Resume Builder as it was designed to ensure that your resume includes the standard information needed. The Resume Builder is available at https://help.usajobs.gov/index.php/How_to_create_your_resume
Your application package must include: (1) Resume showing relevant experience as written in your own words.(2) Completed online Assessment Questionnaire; (3) College transcript (if applicable) for verification of qualifying education. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable; (4) Certificates, license, etc. (if applicable); (5) Form DD-214 OR VA letter and Standard Form 15.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
Your complete application, including required documents, must be received by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) on the closing date of this announcement. To apply on-line, you must complete and submit an application by accessing the USAJOBS website at www.usajobs.gov. To begin, click the Apply Online button near the bottom of this screen and follow the prompts to register into your USAJOBS account, answer the questions, and submit all required documents. To return to your saved application, log in to your USAJOBS account at www.usajobs.gov and click on "Application Status." Click on the position title, and then select Apply Online to continue.
Advisory Council on Historic Preservation
45600 Woodland Road
Sterling, VA 20166
US
Next steps
You can track the progress of your application package via your USAJobs account. You will receive an acknowledgment from USAJobs that your submission was successful, once we have received your on-line assessment questionnaire, resume and any supporting documentation. You will be notified of the status of your application via your USAJobs account after we conduct a qualification review of your complete application package. You will be contacted if further evaluation or interviews are required. Any exaggeration of your experience, false statements, or attempt to conceal information may disqualify you for employment consideration. We may verify all information you provide in your resume and questionnaire responses, through reference and/or background checks, and/or verification of your education. If you are selected, you will be contacted personally by the Human Resources Office posting this announcement.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Your resume must contain information sufficient to make a valid determination that you fully meet the specialized experience requirements as stated in this vacancy announcement and OPM qualification standards for each grade level(s) for which you are applying. It is strongly recommended that you use the USAJobs Resume Builder as it was designed to ensure that your resume includes the standard information needed. The Resume Builder is available at https://help.usajobs.gov/index.php/How_to_create_your_resume
Your application package must include: (1) Resume showing relevant experience as written in your own words.(2) Completed online Assessment Questionnaire; (3) College transcript (if applicable) for verification of qualifying education. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable; (4) Certificates, license, etc. (if applicable); (5) Form DD-214 OR VA letter and Standard Form 15.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
Your complete application, including required documents, must be received by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) on the closing date of this announcement. To apply on-line, you must complete and submit an application by accessing the USAJOBS website at www.usajobs.gov. To begin, click the Apply Online button near the bottom of this screen and follow the prompts to register into your USAJOBS account, answer the questions, and submit all required documents. To return to your saved application, log in to your USAJOBS account at www.usajobs.gov and click on "Application Status." Click on the position title, and then select Apply Online to continue.
Advisory Council on Historic Preservation
45600 Woodland Road
Sterling, VA 20166
US
Next steps
You can track the progress of your application package via your USAJobs account. You will receive an acknowledgment from USAJobs that your submission was successful, once we have received your on-line assessment questionnaire, resume and any supporting documentation. You will be notified of the status of your application via your USAJobs account after we conduct a qualification review of your complete application package. You will be contacted if further evaluation or interviews are required. Any exaggeration of your experience, false statements, or attempt to conceal information may disqualify you for employment consideration. We may verify all information you provide in your resume and questionnaire responses, through reference and/or background checks, and/or verification of your education. If you are selected, you will be contacted personally by the Human Resources Office posting this announcement.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
