From USAJOBS:

Job Title:Archeologist

Department:Department Of Agriculture

Agency:Forest Service

Sub Agency: Forest Service

Job Announcement Number:12-0207-0709DP-JH
SALARY RANGE:
    $57,408.00 to $74,628.00 / Per Year
OPEN PERIOD:
    Tuesday, January 24, 2012 to Thursday, February 02, 2012
SERIES & GRADE:
    GS-0193-11
POSITION INFORMATION:
    Full Time - Permanent - No time limit
PROMOTION POTENTIAL:
11
DUTY LOCATIONS:
    1 vacancy(s) in the following locations:
Chadron, NebraskaView Map
WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED:
    United States Citizens
JOB SUMMARY:

A career with the Forest Service will challenge you to manage and care for more than 193 million acres of our nations most magnificent lands, conduct research through a network of forest and range experiment stations and the Forest Products Laboratory, and provide assistance to State and private forestry agencies. Its an awesome responsibility but the rewards are as limitless as the views.

Applications for this position are being processed through an on-line applicant assessment system that has been specifically configured for USDA Forest Service applicants. Even if you have already developed a resume in USAJOBS, you will need to access this on-line system to complete the application process. To obtain information about this position and TO APPLY, please click on https://www.avuecentral.com/casting/aiportal/control/toVacancy?referenceCode=HTTSS.

    KEY REQUIREMENTS

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DUTIES:
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Performs work related to planning and development of archeological/heritage resources program policy, objectives, and priorities.

Accomplishes management functions associated with the operation and execution of specific archeological expeditions and assignments.
Conducts and/or oversees archeological examinations of road, reservoir, recreation, and other ground disturbing projects where archeological materials may be subject to destruction or damage. Identifies, evaluates, and classifies resource needs.
Plans and executes surveys for the location and verification of archeological and historical sites. Provides guidance in marking, protection, and salvage of these sites.

Performs work evaluating and ensuring that scientific and systematic procedures are followed in identifying, evaluating, and classifying cultural resource areas.

Provides technical assistance, consultation, and guidance on archeological studies, programs, and projects. Provides advice on the identification and management of cultural resources.

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