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ProSidian Seeks a Lead Archaeologist (Prehistoric Emphasis) | Cultural Resources Field Guides [FPAC008013] - DPLH Est.: 328 Hrs. ST | 0 Hrs. OT on a Exempt [1099] Contract Contingent Basis Engagement Team | Engineer / Scientist III Labor Category - Mid Level Exempt [1099] Professional aligned under services related to NAICS: 541620 - DPLH Est.: 328 Hrs. ST | 0 Hrs. OT on a Exempt [1099] Contract Contingent Basis located CONUS - Charlotte, NC Across The CONUS Region supporting The FPAC Business Center is a first-of-its-kind organization at USDA, combining the talent of employees from all three FPAC agencies into specialized teams that serve employees and customers across the Farm Service Agency (FSA), the Natural Resource Conservation Service (NRCS) and the Risk Management Agency (RMA). This new business approach helps agencies improve operations and efficiency at USDA and boosts support for America's farmers, ranchers and foresters.

Seeking Lead Archaeologist (Prehistoric Emphasis) candidates with relevant Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing, And Hunting Sector Experience (functional and technical area expertise also ideal) to support professional services engagement for Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing, And Hunting Sector Clients such as FPAC.  This as a Contract Contingent or Contract W-2 (IRS-1099) Position and ProSidian reserves the right to convert to a Full-Time ProSidian employed W-2 Position.

JOB OVERVIEW

Provide services and support as a Regional Cultural Resources Identification Field Guides (Lead Archaeologist (Prehistoric Emphasis)) in the Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing, And Hunting Industry Sector focussing on Environmental Services Solutions for clients such as United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) | The Farm Production and Conservation Business Center (FPAC) - Environmental Activities Division (ENV)  Generally Located In CONUS - Charlotte, NC and across the CONUS Region.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES - Lead Archaeologist (Prehistoric Emphasis) | Cultural Resources Field Guides [FPAC008013]

The Lead Archaeologist (Prehistoric Emphasis) is tasked with identifying and documenting prehistoric cultural resources relevant to the project. This includes conducting research, analyzing artifacts, and contributing to the development of region-specific content for the field guides. The archaeologist will collaborate with other team members to ensure that prehistoric artifacts and site types are accurately represented and easily identifiable by FSA staff.. Often the field focuses on ages such as the Stone Age, Bronze Age and Iron Age, although it also encompasses periods such as the Neolithic. The study of prehistoric archaeology reflects the cultural concerns of modern society by showing interpretations of time between economic growth and political stability.

Desired Qualifications For Lead Archaeologist (Prehistoric Emphasis) | Cultural Resources Field Guides [FPAC008013] (FPAC008013) Candidates:

Education: Master's degree in Anthropology, emphasizing prehistoric archaeology, meeting Secretary of the Interior qualifications.

Education / Experience Requirements / Qualifications

• Qualifications - Lead Archaeologist (Prehistoric Emphasis): Minimum Education - Master's degree in Anthropology with an emphasis in prehistoric archaeology and meets the Secretary of the Interior qualifications for archaeology.

Skills Required

• Knowledge of prehistoric archaeology and artifact identification; Research and data analysis; Ability to write technical reports and documentation.

Competencies Required

• Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills; Proficiency in field survey techniques and excavation methods; Expertise in interpreting prehistoric cultural resources.

Other Details

• Work products shall be thorough, accurate, appropriately documented, and comply with established criteria.
• All employees shall conduct themselves in the highest possible standards of ethical and business conduct in the performance of their respective responsibilities. 
• The candidate shall ensure that duties are performed competently and professionally that meets milestones/delivery schedules as outlined.

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CORE COMPETENCIES

• Teamwork - ability to foster teamwork collaboratively as a participant, and effectively as a team leader
• Leadership - ability to guide and lead colleagues on projects and initiatives
• Business Acumen - understanding and insight into how organizations perform, including business processes, data, systems, and people
• Communication - ability to effectively communicate to stakeholders of all levels orally and in writing
• Motivation - persistent in pursuit of quality and optimal client and company solutions
• Agility - ability to quickly understand and transition between different projects, concepts, initiatives, or work streams
• Judgment - exercises prudence and insight in decision-making process while mindful of other stakeholders and long-term ramifications
• Organization - ability to manage projects and activity, and prioritize tasks

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OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Business Tools - understanding and proficiency with business tools and technology, including Microsoft Office. The ideal candidate is advanced with Excel, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word, and proficient with Adobe Acrobat, data analytic tools, and Visio with the ability to quickly learn other tools as necessary.
• Business Tools - understanding and proficiency with business tools and technology, including Microsoft Office. The ideal candidate is advanced with Excel, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word, and proficient with Adobe Acrobat, data analytic tools, and Visio with the ability to quickly learn other tools as necessary.
• Commitment - to work with smart, interesting people with diverse backgrounds to solve the biggest challenges across private, public, and social sectors
• Curiosity - the ideal candidate exhibits an inquisitive nature and the ability to question the status quo among a community of people they enjoy and teams that work well together
• Humility - exhibits grace in success and failure while doing meaningful work where skills have an impact and make a difference
• Willingness - to constantly learn, share, and grow and to view the world as their classroom

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