Department of the Interior

National Park Service

Rock Creek Park

Archeologist (Seasonal)

Summary

This position serves as a temporary archeologist for Rock Creek Park and is located in Rock Creek Park, in the Resource Management Division. The typical seasonal entry-on-duty period for is April-October, but can vary during these months due to weather conditions, project needs, or funding. Anticipated Entry on Duty: April 2026

Open to the first 100 applicants or until 02/26/2026 whichever comes first. All applications submitted by 11:59 (EST) on the closing day will receive consideration.

Duties

The major duties of the Archeologist position include but are not limited to:

• In cooperation with appropriate staff, researchers, and partners, the incumbent implements archeological projects involving documentary, archival, and collections research; field investigations (both survey and excavation), laboratory analysis of recovered data; and professional report writing.
• Conducts segments of archeological research for planning documents, including general management plans, resources management plans, environmental impact statements, environmental assessments, archeological overviews and assessments, and archeological field investigations of all types, as required to meet the needs of the park.
• Following established methods, assembles bibliographies and acquaints park staff with recent archeological scholarship pertinent to the park’s resources and themes. Summarizes and interprets standard technical materials for park staff. Maintains a site-specific database for the park.
• Provides information, data, and contributions for the preparation of historic preservation documentation, compliance, and background materials for clearances, permits, licenses, etc., as legally required for planning and construction projects that involve cultural resources. Plans for and executes archeological investigations required to meet legal guidelines, and the research needs of the park.
• Incorporates appropriate GIS technology into job to provide comprehensive and scientifically sound answers to inquiries from technical supervisor, managers, and others. Inputs data into digital form and uses computer applications for data analysis, manipulation, and presentation.

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