[ShovelBums.Org] Full-time Permanent GS 9 Archaeologist opening at USFS Land Between The Lakes NRA

Vacancy Announcement Number:15-0860-130921DP-KB

USAJobs Control Number: 398376600

Archeologist: GS-0193-09

Open: Monday, March 23, 2015

Close: Monday, March 30, 2015

Land Between

The Lakes NRA (LBL) is seeking a dynamic individual to fill a GS-0193-09 Archeologist position. The position is a career-conditional fulltime permanent appointment.  The incumbent will perform a full spectrum of duties in regards
to the heritage program. The position reports directly to the Heritage Resource Program Manager.

Major Duties: 

The position is responsible for assisting senior archeologists in implementing all aspects of the Forest heritage resources program including inventory, evaluation, and advice on cultural resources and recommended mitigation.  The position
will be responsible for coordinating survey needs for a large landscape Hazard Tree removal project on the Forests.  Responsibilities will involve designing surveys, conducting surveys, mapping, GIS and other database management, recording and evaluating sites,
monitoring activities, completing reports for surveys, as well as producing an annual Heritage Report as required by our current Programmatic Agreement.  The position requires highly developed communications and human relations skills in order to maintain
strong relationships between the Heritage Program, other LBL staff, visitors, volunteers and partners, outside agencies, SHPOs, consulting parties, and former residents of the area and their descendants.  The incumbent must have some knowledge of Forest Service
policies and procedures.  Fieldwork is conducted in a wide variety of field conditions; including rugged terrain, "extreme temperatures, and/or exposure to adverse weather conditions".

The incumbent will conduct and/or lead archeological survey in support of project development or planning goals for the purpose of discovering, identifying, evaluating, inventorying, and protecting heritage resources.  Assist in ensuring
integration of cultural resource activities and establishment of priorities within the annual LBL program of work.  Provide program data for documentation submission including National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) eligibility criteria, legal documents
to fulfill programmatic requirements, and internal reports.  Provide advice and assistance on well-precedented archeological problems, questions, or issues such as commonly encountered cultural entities and artifacts.  Assist program staff on projects for
protecting or mitigating significant cultural sites.  Support activities that contribute to meeting the USFS Heritage Program Managed to Standard target indicators.           

The position will encompass a combination of duties:  field archaeology, data and project management, administrative tasks and report completion. 

• Provides technical support in inventory and management of cultural resources under the jurisdiction  of the Forest Service
• Provides advice on identification and management of cultural resources
• Designs inventory strategies as part of the land use planning process based on Forest-wide priorities and needs
• Provides supervision for field crews of 4-6 people.  Performs work evaluating and ensuring that scientific and systematic procedures are followed in identifying, evaluating, and classifying cultural resource
  areas.
• Determines eligibility of historic properties for the National Register of Historic Places and recommends appropriate mitigation measures for affected properties
• Identifies the various factors that affect the application, quality and efficiency of a variety of archaeological methods.
  
• Helps design and implement public outreach and education programs
• May work with other federal agency personnel and outside contractors.
• Use of common data collection and management systems, such as GPS field applications (ArcPad), INFRA/NRM (I-web), and ArcGIS.
• Use of a variety of computer programs.

Knowledge:

• Requires a general knowledge archaeology, anthropology, and history sufficient to identify and evaluate archaeological sites and review technical reports and findings in many locations throughout the Nation.
• Knowledge of Federal and Agency laws and regulations pertaining to cultural resource management, including the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA), Archaeological Resources Protection Act (ARPA), the
  Native American Graves Protection Act (NAGPRA), the American Indian Religious Freedom Act (AIRFA) and their relationship to the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA).

About Land Between the Lakes

The LBL Protection Act, which legislatively transferred the management of LBL from the Tennessee Valley Authority to the Forest Service, codifies the original mission of LBL and promotes the continuation of the national demonstration
mandate.  LBL is a leader among NRAs in cost recovery, and the legislation allows all site-generated revenue to continue to be used in support of LBL’s operation.  LBL also has a comprehensive customer-driven business system and culture that focuses staff
and financial resources on customer and agency priorities.

The mission of LBL is to manage the resources for optimum yield of outdoor recreation and environmental education for the American people by utilizing its demonstration assignment to research, test, and demonstrate innovative programs;
to help stimulate the development of the surrounding region; and to extend the beneficial results as widely as possible. 

LBL’s continuing objectives are to:

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Manage and use the resources of the area to afford maximum opportunities for outdoor recreation and environmental education consistent with ecological considerations;

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Provide outdoor recreation programs, services, and facilities responsive to leisure needs and demands and to demonstrate opportunities;

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Enhance human resources development through cross training and growth opportunities for new skills;

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Promote and utilize opportunities for research, testing and demonstration in LBL;

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Help develop the surrounding area; and

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Enlist the participation and support of the general public, private and public organizations and appropriate leaders in accomplishing the LBL mission.

LBL receives approximately 2 million visits from across the US each year.  Activities include general and specialized camping, hunting and fishing, trails (hiking, biking, horse, OHV), a nature center, elk and bison prairie, living history
farm, residential group camp, planetarium and observatory.  For more information about LBL, visit their web site at
www.lbl.org.

About the Area

Nestled in the gently rolling hills and lakes of Western Kentucky and Tennessee, the communities that surround LBL offer a variety of lifestyles and modern conveniences, close proximity to major metropolitan areas, and the best features
of small town America. 

The region is largely farmland interspersed with woodlands, lakes, and streams.   The climate is mild, but with four distinct seasons.  The surrounding communities range in population from 1,200 to 50,000 and offer a variety of recreation,
family attractions, restaurants, shopping, and southern hospitality.  Arts and entertainment opportunities include concerts, drama, exhibits, lectures, sporting events, festivals, arts and crafts shows, museums, horse racing and much more.  Particularly notable
are the area’s bluegrass festivals, barbecue, antiques, and nationally acclaimed golf courses.  Outdoor recreation abounds with the two giant lakes that border LBL as the centerpiece.  In addition to some of the best hunting and fishing in the country, there
are also myriad opportunities for biking, hiking, horseback riding, OHVing, camping, birding, and an array of water sports.  The area is rich in history including civil war forts, the Trail of Tears, and historic communities.  Cultural diversity is evident
due partly to the presence of nearby Murray State University, Fort Campbell, and many international companies. 

The larger county seats near LBL include Paducah, Murray, Hopkinsville, and Cadiz, Kentucky; and Clarksville, Dover, and Paris, Tennessee.  Residents enjoy housing costs that are well below the national average, low taxes, a low crime rate,
progressive medical care, excellent public and private education systems, and active community organizations.  Murray State University, Austin Peay State University, and two community colleges offer higher education opportunities and many cultural activities. 
These attributes lead to the lakes region being named among the top retirement areas by Rand McNally in recent years.

LBL is centrally located, easily accessible by I-24 and within two hours of Nashville, a few hours of St. Louis, Evansville, Louisville, and Memphis, and a day’s drive of Chicago, Detroit, Atlanta, New Orleans, and Kansas City.