What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cultural Resources Tec (Environmental Tec 2) position at Los Alamos National Laboratory?
This position is open for external candidates only to apply.
What You Will Do
Do you enjoy working outdoors and have an interest in helping to protect the rich cultural heritage of northern New Mexico? The Environmental Stewardship Group at Los Alamos National Laboratory is seeking an Environmental Technician to help manage and protect cultural resources and enable mission work across the Laboratory.
The Environmental Tec will engage in a combination of fieldwork and office work and will be trained to conduct specific tasks in support of cultural resources protection and compliance. Cultural resources at the Laboratory include approximately 2,000 archaeological sites and several hundred historical facilities on Laboratory property that span 10,000 years of human activity on the Pajarito Plateau. The Environmental Technician will join the team of cultural resources specialists who ensure compliance with federal and state cultural resources laws and regulations. Specific tasks will include:
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
Desired Qualifications:
Work Location: The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.
Work Environment: Demonstrated commitment to working safely in outdoor environments with variable weather and terrain and an office environment.
Work Schedule: This position may require 24/7 coverage, which could involve working a shift/weekend schedule. Employees maybe eligible for shift differential pay when assigned by their manager. Shift/weekend assignments are at the discretion of the manager.
Position Commitment: Regular appointment employees are required to serve a period of continuous service in their current position in order to be eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the time required, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. The position commitment for this position is 1 year.
Note to Applicants: For full consideration applicants are to include a resume or CV and a comprehensive cover letter addressing how they meet the required and desired skills to be considered for an interview.
Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China-including the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macau-as well as citizens of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (North Korea), and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory.
Where You Will Work
Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes:
Directive 206.2 - Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2. Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.
Clearance: Q (Position will be cleared to this level). Selected applicants will be subject to a background investigation conducted by or on behalf of the Federal Government, and must meet eligibility requirements* for access to classified matter. This position requires a Q clearance. and obtaining such clearance requires US Citizenship except in extremely rare circumstances. Dependent upon the position, additional authorization to access classified information may be required, which may or may not be available to dual citizens. Receipt of a Q clearance and additional access authorization ultimately is a decision of the Federal Government and not of Triad.
Regular position: Term status Laboratory employees applying for regular-status positions are converted to regular status.
Equal Opportunity: Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to protected categories such as race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by federal, state, and local laws and regulations. The Laboratory is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, please send an email to applyhelp@lanl.gov or call (505)-664-6947.
What You Will Do
Do you enjoy working outdoors and have an interest in helping to protect the rich cultural heritage of northern New Mexico? The Environmental Stewardship Group at Los Alamos National Laboratory is seeking an Environmental Technician to help manage and protect cultural resources and enable mission work across the Laboratory.
The Environmental Tec will engage in a combination of fieldwork and office work and will be trained to conduct specific tasks in support of cultural resources protection and compliance. Cultural resources at the Laboratory include approximately 2,000 archaeological sites and several hundred historical facilities on Laboratory property that span 10,000 years of human activity on the Pajarito Plateau. The Environmental Technician will join the team of cultural resources specialists who ensure compliance with federal and state cultural resources laws and regulations. Specific tasks will include:
- Assisting with field surveys and in-field documentation of archaeological sites, including note taking, measuring, and photography.
- Placing and removing string and flagging tape around cultural resources.
- Working with projects to ensure that they avoid cultural resources, including monitoring during project activities.
- Assisting with the documentation of historical facilities, including note taking and photography.
- Database entry.
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
- Basic aptitude to develop experience and technical knowledge in environmental compliance and the ability to implement those principles.
- General skills including note taking and illustration.
- Good communication skills and the ability to work well on a team.
- Ability to utilize personal protection equipment (PPE), such as protective footwear, safety glasses, safety vests, etc.
- Physically able to work in demanding environments, including the ability to utilize ladders and stairs, carry instruments and supplies weighing up to 35 pounds, and work outdoors in cold or hot weather.
- General knowledge and experience with environmental measures and associated requirements.
- General experience and technical knowledge in environmental compliance and the ability to implement those principles.
- Ability to obtain a DOE Q clearance.
Desired Qualifications:
- Familiarity with the cultures and cultural resources of the Southwest, especially northern New Mexico.
- Experience using Global Positioning System (GPS) units or equivalent smart phone applications to orient yourself and record locations in the field.
- Knowledge or experience working with indigenous peoples.
Work Location: The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.
Work Environment: Demonstrated commitment to working safely in outdoor environments with variable weather and terrain and an office environment.
Work Schedule: This position may require 24/7 coverage, which could involve working a shift/weekend schedule. Employees maybe eligible for shift differential pay when assigned by their manager. Shift/weekend assignments are at the discretion of the manager.
Position Commitment: Regular appointment employees are required to serve a period of continuous service in their current position in order to be eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the time required, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. The position commitment for this position is 1 year.
Note to Applicants: For full consideration applicants are to include a resume or CV and a comprehensive cover letter addressing how they meet the required and desired skills to be considered for an interview.
Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China-including the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macau-as well as citizens of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (North Korea), and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory.
Where You Will Work
Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes:
- PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network
- Dental and vision insurance
- Free basic life and disability insurance
- Paid childbirth and parental leave
- Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)
- Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
- Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays)
- Onsite gyms and wellness programs
- Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius)
Directive 206.2 - Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2. Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.
Clearance: Q (Position will be cleared to this level). Selected applicants will be subject to a background investigation conducted by or on behalf of the Federal Government, and must meet eligibility requirements* for access to classified matter. This position requires a Q clearance. and obtaining such clearance requires US Citizenship except in extremely rare circumstances. Dependent upon the position, additional authorization to access classified information may be required, which may or may not be available to dual citizens. Receipt of a Q clearance and additional access authorization ultimately is a decision of the Federal Government and not of Triad.
- Eligibility requirements: To obtain a clearance, an individual must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in very limited circumstances. See DOE Order 472.2 for additional information.
Regular position: Term status Laboratory employees applying for regular-status positions are converted to regular status.
Equal Opportunity: Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to protected categories such as race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by federal, state, and local laws and regulations. The Laboratory is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, please send an email to applyhelp@lanl.gov or call (505)-664-6947.