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Research Archaeologist: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), Oceanic and Atmospheric Research (OAR), Office of Exploration and Research (OER), with one vacancy in Silver Spring, MD; Alpena, MI; Durham, NH; Seattle, WA; or Gulfport, MS

https://www.usajobs.gov/job/774257500

https://www.usajobs.gov/job/774257100

This position is located in the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), Oceanic and Atmospheric Research (OAR), Office of Exploration and Research (OER), with one vacancy in Silver Spring, MD; Alpena, MI; Durham, NH; Seattle, WA; or Gulfport, MS

This position is also announced under vacancy number OAR OER-24-12292498-ST, which is open to Status Candidates. You must apply to both announcements if you want to be considered for both.

As a Research Archeologist, you will perform the following duties:

  • Manage, coordinate, and implement research programs within Office of Ocean Exploration and Research (OER), including providing strategic direction and advice regarding techniques that use submersibles and remotely operated vehicles (ROV). Provide expert guidance and conduct applied research and analysis of maritime archaeological resources. Execute field research on maritime and cultural heritage-based research projects in ocean and great lakes environments. Serve as a principal investigator for archeological field studies, conduct significant assessments to determine if sites are eligible for National Register of Historic Places.
  • Serve as the Senior Archeologist and is the expert advisor, primary reviewer and compliance officer for all matters related to the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA). Recommend, design, coordinate, and maintain systems for monitoring and tracking maritime and cultural resources for their preservation status and compliance with NHPA. Serve as a point of contact for review and compliance with NHPA mandates.
  • Manage, oversee, and implement technical programs in marine archaeology and maritime history to foster public understanding, support, and participation. Establish and maintain collaborative partnerships within the program and agency and between academia, other government agencies, industry and the general public regarding research, conservation, discovery, and protection of maritime heritage resources.

These duties are described at the full performance level of the ZP-4; the ZP-3 is developmental leading to such performance.