This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/599216800. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
This is an indefinite, Excepted Service appointment that may continue if you continue to meet the eligibility requirements under the Pathways Internship program and funding is available.
Interns may be eligible for non-competitive conversion to permanent employment.
04/23/2021 to 05/06/2021
$43,683 - $56,790 per year
GS 7
1 vacancy in the following location:
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Not required
Yes— You may qualify for reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy.
Internships
Full-time
Excepted
None
No
No
IM-1541-PEFO-21-11088537-DE
599216800
Receives advanced instruction designed to familiarize incumbent with functions and operations of the organization, and to provide additional experience in the practical application of basic natural and/or cultural techniques and concepts. Through independent study, developmental assignments, literature review, on-site studies, and fieldwork, the incumbent expands his/her knowledge about the natural and cultural resources of the park and the National Park Service and related state and local parks and institutions. For example, the incumbent may study the history of discipline-specific scientific thought, studies and theories applicable to a region or park unit; and participate in archeological field studies, geologic mapping, consultations with Native Americans, water quality investigations, etc., as appropriate. Seeks training opportunities and educational activities that will increase his/her knowledge and understanding of the park's resources in the context of the natural environment or the historical and cultural setting. As assigned, writes text and/or prepares illustrations as input to project of higher-graded professionals. Writes letters in response to inquiries about the park and its resources, basing responses on knowledge of park and Servicewide policy, park files, prior research, and other sources.
1. Education
¦ 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.
anthropology, or scientific linguistics), history, American studies, or a related discipline may be
accepted as satisfying 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
College-level education or training that provided knowledge equivalent to that described in A above, plus
appropriate technical experience or additional education.
OR
3. Experience
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 in 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.
To qualify based on education, you must submit a legible copy of transcripts from an accredited institution with your name, school name, credit hours, course level, major(s), and grade-point average or class ranking. Transcripts do not need to be official, but if you are selected for this position and you used your education to qualify, you must provide official transcripts before you begin work.
You will NOT be considered under Pathways unless you provide supporting information from your school. Documentation may be provided in letter format from your academic advisor, school counselor, admission office, etc. to prove enrollment OR it may be provided in the form of several official documents from your school such as a copy of your official transcripts and a copy of your class schedule for next semester. Copies of documents from your school website are acceptable if they contain all relevant information as listed above. Letters from advisors or other school officials must be on school letterhead.
If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet qualification requirements, you must show that your 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.
A selectee receiving a first appointment to the Federal Government (Civil Service) is entitled only to the lowest step of the grade for which selected The display of a salary range on this vacancy shall not be construed as granting an entitlement to a higher rate of pay
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You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
A review of your resume and supporting documentation will be made and compared against your responses to the Assessment Questionnaire to determine if you are qualified for this job. If your resume is incomplete or does not support the responses provided in the Assessment Questionnaire, or if you fail to submit all required documentation, you will be rated 'ineligible', 'not qualified', or your score will be adjusted accordingly. If a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications or experience, you can lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully; errors or omissions can affect your rating.
Your qualifications will be evaluated based on your responses to the online assessments completed during the application process. You will be assessed on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics):
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The following documents are required and must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 05/06/2021:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
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.
Please read the entire announcement and all the instructions before you begin an application. To apply for this position, you must complete the initial online application, to include submission of the required documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration. The application process is as follows:
Based on your application and your responses to the application questionnaire, you may be presented with instructions on how to access the USA Hire system to complete the online assessments. The online assessments must be completed within 48 hours following the close of this announcement. You will have the opportunity to request a testing accommodation for the assessment should you have a disability covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Your assessment results will be kept on record for one year and used toward future positions for which you might apply that require the same assessments.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
The following documents are required and must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 05/06/2021:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
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.
Please read the entire announcement and all the instructions before you begin an application. To apply for this position, you must complete the initial online application, to include submission of the required documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration. The application process is as follows:
Based on your application and your responses to the application questionnaire, you may be presented with instructions on how to access the USA Hire system to complete the online assessments. The online assessments must be completed within 48 hours following the close of this announcement. You will have the opportunity to request a testing accommodation for the assessment should you have a disability covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Your assessment results will be kept on record for one year and used toward future positions for which you might apply that require the same assessments.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/599216800. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.