Term GS-9 Archeologist

FIELDWORK - Perform archeological field work necessary to assess potential impacts to cultural resources resulting from proposed undertakings. Conduct excavation and testing of archeological sites, including the careful recovery of sample materials.
LEADERSHIP - Ensures standard protection measures are established prior to ground-disturbing project activities including cultural resource management training, identification of avoidance areas, identification of protection measures and on-site monitoring support.
DATA MANAGEMENT - Maintain and enter high-quality data including archeological and cultural resource information into various databases, forms, and integrate a variety of software applications in resource documentation.
COMPLIANCE - Provide professional and technical assistance including National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA) Section 106 compliance, project review and planning, archeological resource documentation, National Register evaluations, and field condition assessments.

Physical Demands: The position may require strenuous physical activity including periods of standing, walking, climbing, and lifting and carrying heavy objects. Some activities will occur in physically dangerous areas or settings. Documentary research and report writing work are sedentary, which entails the ability to concentrate and write for long periods of time.

Work Environment: Work is performed both indoors and outdoors in all types of weather. Assignments may be performed in potentially hazardous areas including steep slopes, rocky terrain, caves, firelines, cold and icy environments, swamps, deserts, and forests. Flying in fixed-winged aircraft and helicopters is possible.