Overview

This position is physically located in the Marshall Islands in support of LOGCAP

The Archeologist is responsible for aiding in implementing a compliant TO Kwajalein USA-KA Environmental Standards (UES) Archaeological program under Historical and Cultural Resource protocols for Kwajalein Atoll Marshall Islands under LCV. Performs regulatory compliance activities applicable to UES environmental protection associated with Cultural and National Resource management. Works with Senior Archeologist to oversees the collection, recording and interpretation of archeological data in field and coordinates laboratory processing and analysis activities. This position works with supervision to identify needed resources (such as personal protective equipment) and budget for resources, identifies required training for employees in various operations, performs various documented report submissions per UES, other regulatory body requirements. Works with direct supervisor, and other managers, supervisors, leads, officials to eliminate or control archeological related non-compliance conditions.

Responsibilities

This position description is subject to change at any time as needed to meet the requirements of the program or company.

• Works within archeology team to develop and implement Cultural Resource Evaluation and Archaeological Monitoring Plans as required, IAW AR 200-1, the Historic Preservation Plan and under the UES specific to the Document of Environmental Protection as applicable. This is to include curation and repatriation services IAW AR 200-1, DEPs and the UES.
• Works within archeology team to maintain and review the Historic Preservation Plan to include an Annual Cultural Resources Report (RMI-L-32) for the previous FY summarizing cultural resource projects, artifacts catalogued, outstanding human remains repatriated, outstanding archeological sites recorded, public education efforts and historical structures assessed to the COR for review/validation and for approval by the PCO/ACO to required periodic timelines.
• Works within archeology team in coordinating daily activities of archeological survey and excavation projects.
• Provides functional guidance and leadership to archeology staff (Senior) when needed to ensure consistent operational performance.
• Communicates professionally, both orally and in writing, with other professionals as needed to relay information necessary for job success. This includes, but is not limited to, staff meetings, performance appraisals, job requirements, metrics, project plans, Quality Standard Procedures, and ESH Best Practices.
• Communicates (manage from the floor type) with senior management, area supervisors and regulators, preparers required corporate, regulatory reports.
• Evaluates risk analysis, root cause analysis, and ensures resources required to effectively ensure team exceed basic regulatory compliance when necessary, identify needed resources (such as tools, equipment, personal protective equipment) and budget for resources, identify required training for employees in various projects.
• Participate in inspecting archeology project and work areas for potential environmental, safety and health non-compliance issues and report findings of deficiencies for appropriate abatement to minimize risk.
• Sets a good example to the workforce by following all environmental, safety, and health regulations, policies, procedures and practices; keeps work area/equipment clean and orderly.
• Performs other duties and assignments as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: Education/Certifications:

One year related experience may be substituted for one year of education, if degree is required.

Graduate degree in Archeology, Anthropology or closely related field.

Must be CAC eligible and/or able to obtain a Common Access Card (CAC).

Must be a U.S. Citizen.

Preferred Qualifications:

Registered Professional Archaeologist (RPA) preferred.

Experience:

At least one year of full-time professional experience or equivalent specialized training in archeological research, administration, or management, At least four months of supervised field and analytic experience in general North American archeology.

Demonstrated ability to carry research to completion.

Additional Skill Requirements:

Excellent communication and writing skills are required along with an excellent knowledge of computer operations to include spreadsheet, database, word processing, and presentation applications; along with great organizational and management skills and a strong ability to work independently as a member of a robust team.

Working Conditions:

Must be capable of working in an extreme weather conditions with temperatures exceeding 100 degrees Fahrenheit. Indoor and/or outdoor environment with very adverse and harsh conditions (i.e., hot, wet, tropical environment with average temperatures of 130 degrees in the summer months). Includes some industrial production environment conditions as well. The worker is subject to environmental conditions. Protection from weather conditions, but not necessarily from temperature changes. The worker is subject to both environmental conditions. Activities occur inside and outside. The worker is subject to hazards. Includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, exposure to high heat or exposure to chemicals.

Physical Requirements:

Medium work. Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Work may require heavy lifting, stooping, climbing, prolonged standing, prolonged sitting, and working with or in areas where a potential could exist for exposure to physical, chemical, or biological agents. Employee use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is required for some situations. PPE includes, but is not limited to, head, foot, torso, respiratory, vision, and hearing protective devices. Must comply with all Fire and Safety Regulations and post policies.

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