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 🔗Archaeology Technicians (Americorps, BLM, Lakeview FO)

  • Full Time
  • Lakeview, OR
  • $17.95/- USD / Hour
  • May 22, 2026
  • Department: Cultural Resources Program
  • Job Summary: The Cultural Resource Program at GBI, in cooperation with BLM at Lakeview Field Office is recruiting three AmeriCorps members to serve as Archaeology Technicians. 
  • Job Qualifications:

    Required:

    (This AmeriCorps position is open to US Citizens, Nationals, or Permanent Residents age 17 or older)

    • Bachelor’s degree in Anthropology, History, or allied discipline with coursework in GIS;
    • Educational and field experiences related to archaeology;
    • Experience using ArcGIS;
    • Exposure to reviewing and interpreting cultural resource data in reports, maps, photographs, etc.;
    • Interest in strengthening current skills in developing, editing, organizing, and managing digital files using databases;
    • Written and verbal communication skills, with an ability to effectively communicate BLM land management (multiple-use) principles and cultural resource management concepts;
    • Experience working with the BLM and/or working in the Eastern Oregon/Northern California region is desirable.

      Additional Requirements:

    • Ability to work independently and in a team setting to accomplish project goals;
    • Possess strong organizational skills with the ability to meet deadlines and produce professional deliverables including draft documents for team review;
    • Flexibility and capability to meet the demands of rapidly changing plans and schedules;
    • Possess a valid, state-issued driver’s license and clean driving record with experience safely operating 4WD vehicles on and off paved roads;
    • Willingness and ability to consistently enact high performance standards and a strong work and team ethic in support of the mission of GBI and goals of BLM;
    • Complete a DOI BI. Applicants who already possess a fully adjudicated BI will be strongly considered
    • AmeriCorps eligibility requirements: (1) U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien status, (2) eligible to receive an AmeriCorps Education Award (limited to earning equivalent of two full-time education awards), (3) pass National Sex Offender Public Website (NSOPW) name search and federal criminal background check, (4) adhere to the rules, regulations and code of conduct as specified in the Member Service Agreement; and (5) not engage in any prohibited activities as listed in the Member Service Agreement.

    Public Land Corps Hiring Authority: 

    This project is federally funded through the Public Land Corps Hiring Authority. Participants serving under this authority may be eligible for the PLC non-competitive hiring status and certificate. The PLC Authority requires all applicants meet the age and US Citizen requirements. Additional information regarding the PLC can be found on the GBI website under the Research Associate Programs FAQ.

     

    Note: 

    This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Interns may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the organization’s ongoing needs.

     

    Disclaimer: 

    Although the organization has attempted to accurately and thoroughly describe this position, GBI reserves the right to change the same, including to change, add to or subtract from the duties outlined, within the sole discretion of the organization, at any time, with or without advance notice.

  • How to Apply:

    Please apply online through this application link by submitting an up-to-date resume, one page cover letter that details your interest in the position, and any qualifications not fully described in your resume, contact information for three professional and/or academic references. Be sure to complete any preliminary questions prompted in the application and sign your application.

    Apply HERE

  • Job benefits: Company-paid comprehensive medical, dental (with option to upgrade in coverage), and vision insurance; $25,000 Basic Life & AD&D insurance at no cost; Access to Pro Deals; Uniform Stipend Eligibility for SNAP benefits, Loan Forbearance, and Loan Interest Accrual Repayment; Childcare assistance is available for AmeriCorps members on a 1700-hour term. Housing:  Is provided to the selected participant at additional costs- BLM barracksA Housing Stipend of $230 biweekly (before taxes) will be provided to cover expenses.
  • Physical Demands / Work Environment: 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.
  • Contact Name: Anna Kelly
  • Application Email: akelly@thegreatbasininstitute.org
  • Application URL: https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/portal/A1ADEF5691B02D64E998539442696918/jobs/387816
  • Application Address: 16750 Mt Rose Hwy Reno, NV 89511

Website The Great Basin Institute

The Great Basin Institute is an interdisciplinary field studies organization that promotes environmental research, education, and service throughout the West. Founded in 1998 at the University of Nevada, GBI advances applied research to support science-based adaptive management of public lands. The Institute is dedicated to the promotion of science through field studies programs, conservation practices, and public outreach.

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.

*Members are required to take a mandatory 30-minute lunch break each service day. This break does not count toward their service hours for the education award.

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 AmeriCorps 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.

Housing: 

  • Is provided to the selected participant at additional costs- BLM barracksA
    • Housing Stipend of $230 biweekly (before taxes) will be provided to cover expenses.

Segal Education Award:

After successfully completing an AmeriCorps term of service members are eligible to receive the Segal AmeriCorps Education Award. Award varies based on term of service. You can use the award to repay qualified student loans and to pay current educational expenses at eligible institutions of higher education and training programs.

Student Loan Forbearance:

If you are currently paying on any federal student loans you have the option to put those loans into forbearance during your time as an AmeriCorps volunteer, that will allow you to cease payments while serving.

Interest Accrual Repayment:

As an AmeriCorps alum, you are eligible to have the National Service Trust pay all or a portion of the interest that accumulated on your qualified student loan(s) during your term of service. These payments are made in addition to the Education Award, and are not deducted from your Education Award balance. To be eligible to have accrued interest paid: The loan must have been placed in forbearance for the service period, and you must have successfully completed a term of service and received an Education Award.

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Eligibility:

AmeriCorps Volunteers are eligible for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).

Benefits

All NCPE interns received an hourly stipend, the rate is listed at each position description. Additionally, interns receive paid time off (PTO), paid Federal holidays if working full-time, and access to NCPE's Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for career and personal counseling, coaching, and referrals. Project sites may also offer a housing allowance and/or commuting stipend; this information is also listed in the description or offered during the interview.

Eligible NCPE interns who successfully complete their internships may count their position towards earning a Public Land Corps (PLC) Non-Competitive Hiring Authority certificate. To be eligible to earn a PLC certificate, an intern must be 30 years old or younger (or 35 if a veteran). Once earned, the PLC hiring authority certificate may be used to apply for eligible Federal temporary, term, or permanent positions. Successful completion of a NCPE internship does not guarantee Federal employment. Contact manager@preservenet.org for more details.

Eligibility

To be eligible, applicants must be
*at least 18 years old;
*no older than 30 years of age (or 35 years if a Veteran) when beginning the internship; applicants who are 31 or older (or 36 or older if a Veteran) are not eligible;
*currently enrolled in a degree-seeking academic program at the college level (or recently graduated within the past 12 months)
*be a U.S. Citizen or permanent resident.

Interns are not allowed to work more than 1200 hours total in the program; previous interns must stay within this overall limit. The length of an internship can vary from 10 to 30 weeks if full-time (40 hours per week) or longer if on a part-time schedule. If selected, the exact starting date will be determined by you and the NPS supervisor. The stipend rate is $17.00 per hour unless otherwise listed.

The successful candidate is responsible for finding and paying for travel to and housing at the internship location; some exceptions apply. The supervising office may be able to assist in locating housing but it is ultimately up to the individual accepting the internship to find accommodation.

The National Council requires all interns working in-person at Federal facilities and/or with Federal employees receive the Covid-19 vaccination. Please be advised that you may also be required to wear a mask, depending on the protocols adopted by your work site. Also be aware that, due to Government-wide security requirements, a background check will be required if you are selected for a position. This will include providing information about recent housing and employment history. The position supervisor will have more information about these requirements and procedures at the time of hiring. You may direct any questions to NCPE's Internship Program Director, Julee Johnson, at manager@preservenet.org.

Please note that interns are not NCPE or NPS employees. Stipends are academic awards and taxes are not withheld, nor are social security contributions made on your behalf. These funds may be taxable, however, so consult a tax preparation professional if you have questions.

How to Apply

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Step 1: Click on the Apply for Job button, then select Universal Application. Click on Register to create a User Account, which requires a username and email. A link will be sent to you from manager@preservenet.org to create a password. We suggest that you add this email to your safe senders list so you don't miss receiving this important link. You will be instructed to Log In to Preservenet using your username or email and password, which will take you back to the Universal Application.

Step 2: The Universal Application is required to apply for all NCPE internships. You fill out this form only once. In addition to contact information, educational status, work history, and experience, it requires two attachments: (1) the 2 most recent years of academic transcripts. These may be unofficial transcripts if official versions are unavailable. A PDF is preferred, labeled Your Your Last Name_Your First Name_Transcript. (2) a resume or CV (curriculum vitae). Please limit to a maximum of 4 pages; 2 pages are preferred. A PDF is preferred but jpg, png, doc, or docx file types are accepted. Label Your Last Name_Your First Name_Resume. This form may be saved as a draft and completed later. Use the link provided to return to the form.

Step 3: Once you submit the Universal Application, you may browse and apply for NCPE internships using the link provided. Complete the application process by clicking on the Apply for job button found at each internship listing and upload the required Essay. Use the essay to explain why you are applying for an internship, including how your interest areas will benefit the National Park Service (NPS) and how the internship will further your studies and career goals. Be as specific as possible; there is a 400-word maximum length. Submit the essay to finish the application for that position. You may apply for a maximum of 6 internships during an application round; there is no limit at other times of the year. DO NOT SKIP THIS STEP!



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