[OR_Archaeology] Position Announcement
POULEY John * OPRD
John.Pouley at oregon.gov
Mon Jan 14 15:26:45 PST 2019
Announcement: ODOT19-3247oc
Archaeologist - Environmental Program Coordinator 3
Highway Division - Technical Services and Engineering
Salem
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/oregon/jobs/2319086/archaeologist-odot19-3247oc?keywords=Archaeologist&pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs
Join us in keeping Oregon beautiful!
We are recruiting an archaeologist with extensive archaeological and cultural resources expertise to serve as an ODOT statewide archaeological compliance expert. In this key role, you will assist with transportation project delivery statewide as ODOT's archaeological liaison in the Oregon State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO).
We invite members of all diverse communities to join our workforce as we endeavor to best serve Oregonians from every background. ODOT values diversity and inclusion because they are good for Oregon. We believe that by welcoming differences, encouraging new ideas and views, listening to and learning from each other, and providing opportunities for professional enrichment we are better able to serve those around us. We thank you for considering this employment opportunity.
Additional Details:
* This is a limited duration appointment that is scheduled to last until 01/01/2021, though the duration can change at any time due to business needs. Limited duration appointments are benefits eligible with a designated maximum length of service. This position has the potential to become permanent.
* This position is represented by the Association of Engineering Employees of Oregon (AEE).
* Oregon state government is excited to announce its recruitment system transition from NEOGOV to Workday. This change will take place in February 2019. For more information on how the transition will affect you, please visit the Applicant FAQ<https://www.oregon.gov/jobs/Documents/Applicant%20FAQ.pdf> (Download PDF reader)<https://get.adobe.com/reader/> .
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Duties & Responsibilities
* Serve as a technical leader responsible for ensuring that our actions comply with federal and state archaeological resource laws, specifically related to SHPO archaeological requirements.
* Support transportation and maintenance projects.
* Review and respond to Section 106, ORD 390, and ORS 358 documentation.
* Ensure ODOT's actions comply with federal and state cultural resources requirements.
* Prepare correspondence, draft letters of concurrence, and assess if adequate information has been supplied to complete SHPO consultation.
* Document SHPO's acknowledgement of ODOT's compliance with federal and state cultural resources laws.
* Review and comment on environmental impact statements, environmental assessments, and permit applications.
* Participate in project field visits and project meetings.
* Serve as a statewide expert for federal and state cultural resources compliance where transportation activities affect cultural resources.
* Provide technical advice and guidance.
* Participate in process improvement efforts.
* Provide outreach, training, and education within ODOT and SHPO.
* Review clearance documents, permits and findings.
* Assist in developing memorandums of agreement and programmatic agreements for projects.
* Establish and maintain communication for the section with internal and external stakeholders.
Qualifications, Required & Requested Skills
Minimum Qualifications:
A graduate degree in archaeology, anthropology or a closely related field; AND
* At least three (3) years of full-time professional experience or equivalent specialized training in archeological research, administration or management;
* At least twelve (12) months of supervised field and analytic experience in general North American archeology; AND
* Demonstrated ability to carry research to completion.
Special Qualifications:
Driving is an essential function of this position. A valid driver license and an acceptable driving record are required for this position. We will conduct pre-employment driving records checks on our final candidate(s).
Desired Attributes/Application Scoring Criteria: In addition to your related work experience and education, we will use the attributes below to determine whom to interview. You are not required to have all of these attributes, but please make sure that the ones you do have are clearly demonstrated in your application materials. Your application materials may be graded on spelling, grammar, punctuation, and presentation.
* At least twelve (12) months of supervised field and analytic experience in both prehistoric and historic archaeology, experience and knowledge working with federal and state of Oregon laws pertaining to cultural resources management. Preference will be given to those individuals with experience in Oregon archaeology and transportation projects.
* Ability to work with a team, offer solution oriented advice, and maintain exceptional communication skills.
* Experience in prioritizing high workload volumes.
* Experience working with the agencies, tribes, and local governments; including experience negotiating minimization measures and mitigation as it relates to archaeology.
* Experience writing, reviewing, and commenting on cultural resource technical reports to ensure agency compliance.
Working Conditions:
* Work is primarily performed in a typical office environment using a computer.
* Work schedule is Monday through Friday, with occasionally required overtime.
* Occasional travel to project and/or meeting sites is required.
* Field trips to project sites are statewide and may involve exposure to traffic, construction equipment, and inclement weather.
* This type of work requires the ability to focus, manage multiple priorities with frequent interruptions and negotiate solutions.
Additional Information
Application Instructions:
We appreciate your interest in this position. To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter as described below and answer our supplemental questions. Note that we have disabled several sections of the electronic application. Because of the volume of applications we receive, we do not review attachments we do not ask for.
Resume: In your resume, you must clearly describe how you meet the qualifications for this position as listed above and include a list of verifiable employers and dates of employment (including month and year). Please title your resume using this format, "[last name]_ODOT19_3247oc_Resume."
Cover Letter: We require a cover letter that specifically and clearly demonstrates your experience in the following areas. Please title your cover letter using this format, "[last name]_ODOT19_3247oc_Cover."
* Describe your experience and knowledge working with federal and state of Oregon laws pertaining to cultural resources management. Please include examples of your experience working with the regulatory community, tribes, and local governments.
* Describe your experience, writing, reviewing and commenting on cultural resource technical reports to ensure agency compliance. Please include how you communicated those findings or recommendations to others within your agency as well as customers, noting how you handled challenges, conflicts or differences in opinion.
* Describe your experience working with prehistoric and historical archaeology. In addition, please note any work related to transportation projects and how you addressed cultural resources evaluation methods and any experience you might have negotiating minimization measures and mitigation.
* Describe your experience in and approach to prioritizing high work load volumes. What methods did you employ to successfully complete your tasks?
Caution: If you fail to follow these instructions, including failing to attach a cover letter as described above, we will have to disqualify your application. We cannot consider incomplete or late applications.
Pre-employment Checks:
We will conduct criminal background checks on final candidates who are not current ODOT employees. All applicants are subject to additional pre-employment check(s) such as driver license, LEDS (Law Enforcement Data System), and/or education verification as required for the position.
Veteran's Points:
Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans' preference. To receive preference, veterans must attach appropriate documentation as outlined by the Department of Administrative Services at the following website: Veterans Resources.<http://www.oregon.gov/jobs/Pages/Veterans.aspx> Please title your DD214 like this, "[Your Last Name] DD214" and your disability letter "[Your Last Name] Disability Letter." Veterans may also call the Oregon Department of Veterans' Affairs at 1-800-692-9666.
Note: DD214 member 1 copies do not contain character of service and cannot be used to verify veterans' preference eligibility. Please attach DD214 member 2 or 4.
Work Authorization:
ODOT does not offer VISA sponsorships. Within three days of hire, successful candidates will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States.
Questions and Application Support:
* For questions about the job announcement, call 503-986-7146 or email odotrecruitmentEM at odot.state.or.us<mailto:odotrecruitmentEM at odot.state.or.us>.
* For technical help with your login or online application issues, call 1-855-524-5627 from 6:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. PT M-F. If you leave a voicemail message, it may take up to 24 hours to receive a response. If you do not receive a response after 24 hours, you can email Technical Support at support at governmentjobs.com<mailto:support at governmentjobs.com>.
We encourage you to print and/or save a PDF copy of your application.
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Assistant State Archaeologist
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