Archaeology Technicians; Americorps, BLM, Lakeview FO

Archaeology Technicians (Americorps, BLM, Lakeview FO)

Lakeview, OR

Salary Range $17.95 - $17.95 Hourly Position Type Ameri Corps Category Cultural Resources Services

The Cultural Resource Program at GBI, in cooperation with BLM at Lakeview Field Office is recruiting three Ameri Corps members to serve as Archaeology Technicians.

During the field season, the technicians will lead a number of pedestrian surveys and ensure that the resulting inventory and cultural resource data are appropriately documented and archived. The technicians will, during non-field-going times work to verify/create GIS data for cultural resources to ensure that the correct geospatial data is stored in the BLM OR and SHPO databases. This archaeological archiving and records management project will provide the successful applicant with exposure to federal data, records and database systems, provide insight about how a federal land management agency operates under a multiple-use mission, and will offer the opportunity to develop and sharpen skills related to GIS and data management.

Upon completion of this position, the technicians will be better prepared with the cultural resource inventory and geospatial skillsets necessary to function in today's cultural resources field.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Conduct archaeological surveys, including pedestrian transects, shovel testing, and site delineation.
• Record cultural resources using GPS, tablets, field forms, and standardized site documentation methods.
• Identify, map, and describe artifacts, features, and site conditions in the field.
• Working with ARCGIS Pro, fieldmaps, and UAS/LIDAR data.
• Assist with evaluating site integrity and potential eligibility under Section 106.
• Process artifacts and data in the lab: cleaning, cataloging, labeling, and basic analysis.
• Support GIS data entry, map creation, and organization of field records.
• Conduct background research using site files, maps, and archival materials.
• Work safely and efficiently in small field teams across varied terrain and weather.
• Follow established protocols to ensure data quality, consistency, and regulatory compliance.

Work Environment and Physical Demands:

• Approximately 50 percent of the work is in the field. The fieldwork will involve driving and walking over rough, rocky, and sandy terrain with wide variations in temperature ranging from below freezing in the fall and winter to above 90 degrees F during the summer. Duties required for outside work involve walking, bending, climbing hills, and lifting and carrying various materials or supplies which are occasionally heavy.
• BLM equipment used – Computers, tablets, GPS units, cameras, 4x4 vehicles, and recording equipment (tape measures, compasses, clinometer, etc.). Training will be provided for all equipment. Safety training is also provided, as safety is our first priority.
• Based on weather conditions, approximately 50 percent of the work is in the office. Office work involves using GIS to create maps and conduct analysis. Organizing and correcting analog and digital records and files. Planning and organizing field projects and educational events. Duties in the office will require a significant amount of sitting, focused on computer work as well as working with paper documents.

Timeline:

• The project is anticipated to begin on June 1st, 2026 - April 16th, 2027
• Position start date will vary, contingent on successfully completing a DOI and Ameri Corps background check.
• 1,700-hour service term.
• Schedule:
  
  Monday-Friday, 8 hours daily.

Location:

This position is based in the BLM Lakeview Field Office, Lakeview, Oregon. Lakeview, Oregon, is nestled in the heart of the high desert, offers a unique blend of stunning natural beauty and is known for being a hub for outdoor recreation opportunities. The area is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts, offering activities such as hiking, fishing, bird watching, and camping.

Compensation and Benefits:

Living Allowance: $1,436 biweekly (before taxes); not to exceed $33,602.4;

Segal Ameri Corps Education Award (1700 hr term): $7,395.00upon successful completion of term;

Benefits:

• Company-paid comprehensive medical, dental (with option to…