Explore a new career with the BLM - where our people are our most precious resource. This position is located in Susanville, CA. Information about this location and the surrounding area can be found at: Susanville. This is a temporary appointment. Appointment to this position will not convey permanent status and will be for a period not-to-exceed 1039 hours in a service year.
In order to be rated as qualified for this position, we must be able to determine that you meet the qualification requirements - please be sure to include this information in your resume. No assumptions will be made about your experience. GS-05: One (1) full year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-04 level that is equivalent in difficulty and complexity as indicated by the following examples: assisting professional archeologist in performing actual field studies; and carrying out field studies to identify cultural, historic and/or paleontological resources for planning systems regarding cultural resources; OR Successful completion of a full 4 year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree with related course work; OR A combination of experience and education to meet total experience. GS-06: One (1) full year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-05 level that is equivalent in difficulty and complexity as indicated by the following examples: working with a professional archeologist, planning and carrying out field studies to identify cultural, historic and/or paleontological resources and writing reports based on findings; and applying and adapting a wide range of established data analysis methods to fit a variety of circumstances; OR Successful completion of one full year of graduate education directly related to the work of the position; OR A combination of experience and education to meet total experience. GS-07: One (1) full year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-06 level that is equivalent in difficulty and complexity as indicated by the following examples: researching reference materials such as site maps, existing archeological inventory information, books and other written data for possible cultural sites within an area slated for development; and preparing or assisting with preparation of forms for determination of eligibility and/or nomination of sites to the National Register of Historic Places; OR Successful completion of one full year of graduate education directly related to the work of the position; OR A combination of experience and education to meet total experience. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. You must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of the announcement. Physical Demands / Work Environment: Office tasks are performed in an adequately lighted, ventilated, cooled and heated area. During field work you may be subject to extreme and adverse weather conditions, injuries or discomforts from pests and animals. Position requires physical exertions, such as, bending, crouching, stooping, stretching, reaching, or similar activities. Required to lift and carry equipment necessary to efficiently perform duties. Individuals should be capable of working alone, or with other people, during early morning hours, night, or during the day.
Assists resource specialists with on-the-ground field studies to identify cultural, historical, and/or paleontological resources.
Researches files and records to obtain information about sites scheduled for cultural resources.
Reviews reference material to aid in identification of artifacts recovered during inventories.
Plans and carries out non-complex cultural resource field inventories.
Compiles, summarizes and interprets data obtained during inventories; presents findings and recommendations.
This position requires the use of motor vehicles. In most cases this will be a 4-wheel drive vehicle or All Terrain Vehicle.