These positions are located at Aztec Ruins National Monument and Chaco Culture National Historic Park in the Cultural Resources staff. For more information about the duties and/or locations for these positions, please contact Lori Stephens at [email protected] or 505-334-6174 x246.

Duties

Incumbent assists in the maintenance, repair, and stabilization of sites built of stone and mortar. As directed by the supervisor, assists in (1) mixing soils, water, and amendments for mortars as prescribed; (2) removing damaged portions of walls or other similar architectural features in preparation for repair of damage stabilization and original fabric; (3) implementing prescribed preservation treatments (capping, veneering, re-pointing, resetting, new laying, etc.); (4) recording the location, time, materials, and labor involved in the treatment process; and (5) performs basic documentation, photography, and computer data entry duties for stabilization work. These are Career-Seasonal positions and are subject to release and recall procedures. A permanent career-seasonal position includes all the benefits of permanent employment but does not provide employment on a full year-round basis. Selectee will work approximately 10 months in pay status, and you will be in a non-pay status (approx. 2 months; January - February) but can be variable during these months due to project requirements or weather conditions. These are Career/Career-Conditional Full-time appointments. This job announcement is open to receive applications from the first 40 applicants. The job announcement will remain open until either the quota of 40 applicants, or 12/20/2023 is reached. All applications submitted by 11:59 (EST) on the closing day will receive consideration, even those that exceed the 40-applicant limit. Physical Demands: Incumbent often lifts objects weighing over 50 pounds, unassisted. The incumbent frequently stands while working and must frequently climb ladders and scaffolds from 6 to 30 feet. Bending, stooping, climbing and working in awkward positions are regularly required. Working Conditions: The incumbent is exposed to a variety of weather conditions while working outdoors and is subject to danger of falling when working from ladders and scaffolds. They may be exposed to dust and dirt while mixing mortar, removing damaged portions of walls, and while handling various masonry materials. Frequently works around heavy equipment and vehicles. In accordance with OSHA regulations, must use all personal protective equipment as required by OSHA regulations. *Aztec Ruins National Monument is located in the San Juan Basin along the Animas River in northwest New Mexico, in Aztec, New Mexico. The town of Aztec has a population about 8,500. Weather is generally temperate, although extreme temperatures do occur at times. Housing is plentiful with prices for buying or renting being reasonable for the area. No Government quarters are available. Retail service, professional and medical services, churches, hospitals, and educational facilities are available, including a multitude of recreational facilities. The cities of Durango, CO and Farmington, NM are nearby providing various other services. Year-round recreational opportunities abound within a short commuting distance. For area information: http://www.aztecnm.com/ http://www.aztecchamber.com/ http://www.gofarmington.com/ http://www.farmingtonnm.org/ To learn more about the monument: http://www.nps.gov/azru. *Chaco Culture National Historic Park - AREA INFORMATION/HOUSING INFORMATION: Chaco Culture NHP is located in the Four Corners area of New Mexico. The nearest towns are Bloomfield - 65 miles northwest, Farmington - 75 miles northwest, and Aztec - 70 miles northeast. The nearest grocery store is located at Crownpoint - 39 miles south. Schools, shopping, doctors, hospital, etc. are located in the towns of Bloomfield, Farmington, and Aztec. Closest elementary and high schools are 65 miles one way in Bloomfield. Roads from the south are all dirt for 19 miles. Precipitation for the area is minimal. Rain and snow are not common; and either can make the roads impassable. Aztec Ruins NM is located in the small town of Aztec, in San Juan County, New Mexico population about 8,500. All facilities are available in Aztec and Farmington, 15 miles distant. For area information: thtp://www.aztecnm.com/. http://www.aztecchamber.com/. http://www.gofarmington.com/. http://www.farmingtonnm.org/. To learn more about the park: http://www.nps.gov/chcu. Chaco Culture National Historical Park (U.S. National Park Service) www.nps.gov

Requirements

Qualifications

In order to qualify, you must meet the eligibility and qualifications requirements as defined below by the closing date of the announcement. For more information on the qualifications for this position, visit the Office of Personnel Management's Federal Wage System Qualification Standards. To qualify for this position, you must have sufficient knowledge and ability in the following job-related factors: Ability To Do The Work Of The Position Without More Than Normal Supervision (SCREEN OUT)Ability To Use and Maintain Tools and EquipmentDexterity and SafetyKnowledge of materialsTechnical Practices (theoretical precise, artistic) If your knowledge and ability in the SCREEN OUT factor above is not sufficient, you will receive no further consideration. In preparing your application, describe in detail the experience and training which you have had that specifically prepared you for this job and to perform the duties described for this job. Experience should be clearly described and documented in your resume. The qualifications reviewer will not assume performance of such duties by Job Titles alone. Address your knowledge, skills and/or abilities in the areas shown in the job-related factors. Volunteer Experience: Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Education

There is no substitution of education for experience for Wage Grade (WG) positions.

Contacts

• Address Aztec Ruins National Monument 725 Ruins Rd. Aztec, NM 87410-9715 US
• Name: Deborah Artiaga
• Email: [email protected]