[OR_Archaeology] Position Announcement

[POULEY John * OPRD]

Natural Resource Specialist 4 (Cultural Resources Manager) New
State of Oregon - Salem, OR

You must be a current State of Oregon employee in order to apply for this position. This includes regular status, trial service and limited duration employees. Temporary, volunteer and contract employees are not included.


ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT

The Oregon National Guard (ORNG) is constitutionally based in both the Federal and State Constitution and is commanded by The Adjutant General, who is appointed by the Governor. The purpose of the Oregon Military Department (OMD) is to assist and support The Adjutant General in executing his constitutional duties as Commander of the ORNG. The Adjutant General is statutorily required to command, provide administration, and oversee construction and maintenance of facilities, training camps and areas, and air bases for the Oregon Army and Air National Guard in support of the Governor. The ORNG provides the Governor with a ready force to assist civilian authorities during civil unrest or natural disasters, or responds to the President during national emergencies.

Within this military environment, OMD employees work in a wide range of occupations including armed security, fire fighters, support youth activities, operate and maintain over 50 facilities throughout the state, manage major construction projects and provide expertise in environmental compliance as well as managing the agency's budget and fiscal resources, providing human resource management and payroll activities for State employees and soldiers and airmen called for State Active Duty.

Our positions mirror the wide variety of skills and knowledge needed to support the ORNG mission. If you are interested in an opportunity to work in a complex, fast-paced military environment, please consider applying for a position with the OMD.


Adjutant General Installations

This position exists within the Environmental Branch of the Installations Division of the Oregon Military Department (OMD). The Installations Division includes the Operations and Maintenance Branch, Planning and Programming Branch, Construction Branch, Environmental Branch and Support Branch. The Installations Division is responsible for acquisition and disposal of land and facilities; design and construction of new facilities, operation, maintenance, repair and alteration of existing facilities, and agency environmental compliance. The Division also constructs, maintains, and operates joint facilities for other federal, state and local agencies including the US Navy, US Marine Corps, Bureau of Land Management, US Department of Forestry, OR State Police, OR Department of Transportation, OR Department of Corrections, universities and community colleges. The O&M Branch is responsible for the operation, maintenance, repair, and alteration of all Oregon Army National Guard (ORARNG) real property.

GENERAL INFORMATION
This is a full-time, permanent position with the Oregon Military Department's Adjutant General Installations Division Environmental Branch, located in Salem, Oregon.

You are not required to be a member of the Oregon National Guard to apply for this position.

This position is represented by the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees' (AFSCME) Union.

NOTE: This recruitment announcement will be used to establish a list of qualified candidates to fill the current vacancy and may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur.

Duties & Responsibilities

The primary purpose of this position is to implement the Agency Cultural, Historical & Archaeological Resource Management Program, Native American Consultative Management Program, and implementation of the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA), as applicable, for all Agency actions and activities that are federally supported throughout the state; develop, maintain, implement, and enforce cultural, historic, and archeological resource protection programs at agency facilities and military training areas; manage agency Native American Tribal Consultation and "Government-to-Government Relations" efforts; write environmental documents and/or cultural resource management plans; write agency environmental protection regulations and guidance; prepare requests for resource protection permits; and represent the Division at meetings with federal and state regulatory agencies, National Guard Bureau, and other agency directorates and personnel. The employee is required to be an expert in Cultural, Historical, Archaeological Resources Management, Native American Consultation, National Historic Preservation Act and National Environmental Policy Act Compliance (NEPA).

MAJOR DUTIES INCLUDE:

CULTURAL, HISTORICAL & ARCHAEOLOGICAL RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Conduct research, surveys, and field investigations, and prepare appropriate reports.

Prepare, coordinate requirements, and implement cultural and/or historic resource management plans.

Write detailed and technical project scopes of work and project outlines for environmental resource identification projects, surveys, investigations, and management plans.

Serve as the agency technical expert in cultural, historic, and archaeological resources management, including coordination and consultation with the State Historic Preservation Office and federally-recognized Native American tribes.

NATIVE AMERICAN CONSULTATION MANAGEMENT
Maintain and implement the agency Native American Consultation policy.

Maintain and implement the agency State/Tribal Government-to-Government Relations Policy per applicable federal and state regulatory requirements.

Manage agency Native American outreach efforts, and provide appropriate coordination and resolution of issues.

Participate with tribal representatives and other state agency personnel in Cultural Resources Cluster Group meetings sponsored by LCIS.

Prepare annual report to the LCIS.

NATURAL RESOURCES PROTECTION
Prepare and implement natural resource management plans for select agency facilities; plan and implement research, surveys, and field investigations; write technical scopes of work and project outlines for environmental resource identification, investigation, and management plans; define and coordinate agency efforts to comply with applicable federal and state threatened and endangered species, applicable federal, state, and local, wetlands requirements at select sites; complete required NEPA documents for applicable programs and plans.

TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE/SUPPORT
Write, maintain, and implement agency plans, regulations, and internal guidance per federal, state, and local law to comply with applicable requirements in areas of responsibility.

Prepare and administer state contracts and purchasing documents per state law for the preparation of NEPA documents, environmental resource protection and management plans and projects, preliminary site assessments beyond the scope of the agency to complete, and other environmental requirements and projects.

Assist agency GIS personnel in incorporating GIS into environmental operations, as it relates to assisting the Division and other agency directorates to complete requirements and support mission accomplishment.

Inspect appropriate agency facilities and activities, monitor compliance, provide technical assistance and guidance to correct problems, and document findings and corrective actions in correspondence with appropriate managers.

Prepare formal programs of instruction, initiate training plans and present technical training in areas of responsibility to agency personnel or others, as required to comply with regulations and assure agency compliance.

Prepare and coordinate review of environmental documents, regulations, management plans, and corrective action plans within agency directorates and commands.

Prepare applications and coordinate with regulatory agencies for required project permits for natural resources, cultural resources, or other applicable requirements.

OTHER DUTIES AND REQUIREMENTS
Maintain current knowledge of applicable environmental regulations within areas of responsibility.

Attend required NGB training and other training opportunities as required. - Attend internal agency meetings and public meetings/hearings, as required.

WORKING CONDITIONS:
Incumbent works in a politically sensitive setting, under own initiative and the supervision of the Environmental Program Manager. Frequent coordination with supervisor is mandatory to ensure program initiatives and efforts are aligned to agency mission strategies and execution. Extra hours are often required, as is frequent overnight travel throughout the state. Work is often conducted in a field environment or at agency facilities, with possible inclement weather conditions, the presence of environmental, safety, and occupational health hazards, loud noises, hazardous chemicals, and the presence of air contaminants. Incumbent is required to participate in NGB-sponsored training and workshops to ensure an understanding of applicable policy and to meet operational requirements. Out of state travel is often necessary to meet this need.

Qualifications, Required & Requested Skills

Work Experience

The work experience section of your application must include a clear description of your experience in order to determine if you meet the required skills (minimum and special qualifications) and at what level you meet the requested skills. Your answers to supplemental questions about your specific experience must also be supported in the work experience statements in your application form or, if requested, your resume. Supplemental materials such as cover letters and/or a resume will NOT be reviewed or used to determine candidate's qualifications unless the posting specifically states those materials are required from applicants.

Work experience is based on a 40-hour work week. (Example: 20 hours a week for one year would equal six-months of work experience.)

To receive credit for all required degree's or required/related coursework, a photocopy of transcripts is MUST be attached to your application.

Minimum Qualifications

Four (4) years of experience working in natural resources management. At least one year of the experience must be at a technical or professional level performing activities in a natural resource program such as researching and analyzing data, conducting investigations, applying pertinent laws and regulations, or coordinating and monitoring project activities;

-AND-

A Master's degree in Anthropology, Archeology, or a related field.

*OR*

Three (3) years of experience working in natural resources management. At least one year of the experience must be at a technical or professional level performing activities in a natural resource program such as researching and analyzing data, conducting investigations, applying pertinent laws and regulations, or coordinating and monitoring project activities;

-AND-

A Doctorate degree in Anthropology, Archeology, or a related field.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Meets United States Secretary of the Interior's Professional Qualifications Standards for Archeology and Historic Preservation (36 C.F.R. Part 61)

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
A valid driver license with a good driving record;

Employee is required to maintain a drug/alcohol free workplace in accordance with the 1988 Drug-Free Workplace Act, OMD Drug/Alcohol Testing Policy and applicable collective bargaining agreement;

Must have and maintain a favorable Criminal background History check and be able to obtain and maintain a favorable Department of Defense National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI) Suitability Determination. Conviction of a crime will not automatically preclude appointment, the circumstances involved in the conviction will be considered.

REQUESTED SKILLS:

  *   Knowledge of project management methods, techniques and principles and experience managing complicated projects;
  *   Ability to work well with other staff members, and regulators and professionals outside the program, the agency, and outside government;
  *   Experience communicating verbally and in writing with a variety of people or organizations to answer questions and explain information, policies, regulations, decisions and actions;
  *   Experience researching complex issues and problems and proposing achievable solutions to solve problems.

Additional Information

The Oregon Military Department is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer, committed to a diverse workforce with equal opportunity programs.

To Apply, follow the "Apply" link above to complete the Oregon Employment Application online. If the announcement requires attachments or supplemental questions, all application materials must be received by the closing date/time posted on this announcement.

If you require an alternate format in order to complete the employment process, you may call Recruitment Services at (503) 584-3516<tel:(503)%20584-3516>. Please be prepared to leave a message describing the alternate format needed.

Only complete applications will be considered. Be sure to answer all supplemental questions completely and attach all required documentation. Responses to the supplemental questions will determine if you meet the minimum qualifications, any special qualifications and/or desired attributes for this position. Qualified applicants whose responses most closely match the requirements for this position will be invited to interview.

Transcripts must be attached at the time of application to receive credit for education coursework.

The selection process will consist of a review of the material provided and an evaluation of experience and training.

The successful candidate for this position will be subject to a LEDS check.

IMPORTANT NOTICE - Requiring Email Addresses
To improve communication with all applicants, the State of Oregon requires an e-mail address be provided on all applications received.

If you do not currently have an email address and do not know where to go to get one please refer to our Applicant Frequently Asked Questions web page, scroll to the How to Apply for a Job section, question #14 to view several links to internet providers where you can get a free e-mail account. The state of Oregon does not endorse any particular provider.

If you need assistance with adding attachments to your profile or to a specific job posting please go to Adding and Removing Attachments to a Profile and Job Posting for further instructions. This quick help guide can also be found on the State Jobs Page by clicking in the Applicant E-Recruit FAQ's then click on Applicant Profile Maintenance.

Veteran Preference Points

Since the time of the Civil War, Veterans of the Armed Forces have been given some degree of preference in appointments to government jobs. In recognizing the sacrifices made by those serving in the Armed Forces, Congress enacted laws to prevent veterans seeking employment from being penalized because of the time spent in military service.

To qualify for 5 points, if you are a qualifying veteran or a non-service connected disabled veteran you may obtain preference by submitting as verification of eligibility a copy of your DD214 or 215 or a letter from the U.S. Dept. of Veteran's Affairs (VA) indicating receipt of a non-service connected pension with application.

To qualify for 10 points, if you are a qualifying veteran with a service connected disability you must submit a copy of your DD 214/215 and a Veteran's disability preference letter from the Department of Veterans' Affairs, unless the information is included in the DD Form 214/215. You may call 1-800-827-1000<tel:1-800-827-1000> to request a public employment preference letter.

We provide qualifying veterans and disabled veterans with preference in employment in accordance with Oregon Revised Statutes (ORS) 408.225, 408.230, and 408.235; Oregon Administrative Rules (OAR) 105-040-0010<tel:105-040-0010> and 105-040-0015<tel:105-040-0015>.

For additional detailed information regarding Veteran Preference Point Laws visit: Blockedhttp://www.oregon.gov/DAS/STJOBS/pages/vetpoints.aspx

Core benefits

Medical, vision and dental insurance

  *   Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans for the employee and qualified family members
  *   $5,000 in employee basic life insurance
Retirement benefits

  *   Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP)
  *   Employer paid defined benefit and defined contribution programs

**Effective November 1, 2016, SEIU represented employees who are Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) participating members will have their base salary increased by 6.95%. Upon becoming a PERS participating member, SEIU employees pay the employee 6% contribution to PERS.

Paid leaves and other benefits

  *   Sick leave earned at the rate of 8 hours per a month with no maximum accumulation
  *   Vacation leave earned at a minimum rate of 8 hours per month with accrual rate increases at 5-year increments
  *   24 hours personal leave earned each fiscal year
  *   Ten paid holidays a year
The state also provides access to an innovative Employee Assistance Program that offers work-life counseling, along with homeowner, legal and family resources.

Optional benefits

  *   Term life (employee, spouse or domestic partner, and dependents
  *   Long-term and short-term disability
  *   Accidental Death and Dismemberment
  *   Long-term care (self and eligible family members)
  *   Flexible spending accounts
  *   Option to enroll in the Oregon Savings Growth Plan, a deferred compensation program offering a wide variety of investment options.

The following information describes typical benefits available for employees. Actual benefits received may differ by position or branch of government or be prorated for other than full time work.
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