Archeological Technician

https://www.usajobs.gov/job/733342900

Incumbent supports the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore (APIS) cultural resources management program with high-quality interdisciplinary technical support in the area of archeological survey; museum and archives collection management; cultural landscape treatment; boat operations; historic preservation; and cultural resource inventory and monitoring. As needed, will assist natural resource team with wildlife and plant surveys, invasive species management, and project logistics. May acquire collateral duties in the area of backcountry management; search and rescue; and prescribed fire use.

Participates in archeological field surveys; records data and prepares survey records; conducts excavation and testing of sites; processes field specimens; maintains field equipment and supplies; maintains related databases, forms, maps, and files; retrieves and compiles data for reports and exhibits; performs basic supervised research.

In addition, incumbent is responsible for operation of park watercraft from 21-25′ length on the waters of Lake Superior in accordance with federal and state navigation and boating safety laws. Incumbent will possess or obtain a Department of Interior Motorboat Operator Certification Course (DOI-MOCC) qualification and will also require completion of periodic refresher and specialty boat training provided by the NPS. Incumbent will be in a Test Designated Position and will be subject to periodic drug testing. Boat operation will require the safe transportation of staff, park volunteers, and cooperators, as well as tools and equipment to remote island locations including docks, beaches, and rock ledges. Incumbent is responsible for safety of crew and passengers and will provide basic deckhand training to seasonal employees and park volunteers.

Works under supervision of the APIS Cultural Resource Specialist. Works in an interdisciplinary environment within the Division of Resource Management (APIS RM) team. RM has an active program of field investigations in a challenging Great Lakes maritime environment, including resource inventory and monitoring; developing and implementing management plans and treatments; control of invasive species; evaluation of environmental impacts; assists in the planning and development of new park facilities; and assists with other park operations including boat logistics, search and rescue, and wildland fire management.

In performing these duties, cooperates with other park staff, volunteers, visiting researchers, park partners, and employees of other agencies, tribal governments, and non-profits.

Incumbent works in a high tempo work environment, in a tightly-knit team, in challenging outdoor conditions on islands, forests, and the waters of Lake Superior.

Duties will be developmental in nature when filled below the full performance level.