Archaeologist I (SS-49168)

CONFEDERATED TRIBES OF THE COLVILLE RESERVATION • Coulee City, WA

56d • $25 - $29 • Onsite

About The Position

Archaeologist I is a professional-level position in the History/Archaeology Program, performing a variety of Cultural Resource Management (CRM) tasks. The incumbent participates in project-based archaeological fieldwork, including survey and inventory, evaluative testing, and mitigation or treatment activities, and conducts aspects of cultural resource investigations. The position assists with or conducts archaeological site documentation from the beginning of fieldwork through report preparation.

The Archaeologist I may serve as Crew Chief on specified projects and supervise or help train less experienced staff in field procedures and methodologies. The position also reviews and performs standard GPS duties and GIS manipulation; may assist in gathering, compiling, evaluating, and analyzing feature attribute data; provides graphics support for project reports; and assists with database maintenance. Work depends on federally funded contracts, and continuous employment is not guaranteed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Anthropology, Archaeology, American History, or Native American Studies with a focus in archaeology; exceptional work experience may substitute for some education.
• At least 24 months of archaeological fieldwork experience, including 6 months as a crew chief.
• Valid state driver’s license and eligibility for the Tribes’ vehicle insurance, if required for the position.
• Willingness to become a certified boat operator for reservoir fieldwork.
• Understanding of anthropological ethics and ability to respect and support the sovereignty of the Colville Confederated Tribes.
• Comfort working in the presence of human remains.
• Ability to give professional and public presentations in support of project work.
• History of good attendance and punctuality, and reliable transportation.
• Willingness to work non-standard schedules, such as 10 days on and 4 days off.
• Ability to perform outdoor work in inclement weather and rugged field conditions, lift at least 40 pounds, travel out of the area for overnight stays, and camp as necessary.
• Demonstrated organizational skills and knowledge of the geography of the Upper Columbia River Plateau.
• Experience using hand tools such as shovels, trowels, a hatchet, and clippers.
• Knowledge and ability to use Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Access, and computer graphics.
• Experience conducting background research.
• Familiarity with implementing Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act as described in 36 CFR 800.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
• Knowledge of metadata development and maintenance; ArcView or ArcGIS command language and system architecture; and cartographic production.
• Knowledge of the history and language of the Colville Confederated Tribes, including an understanding of its twelve Tribes.
• Knowledge of cultural resources laws and regulations, including NEPA, ARPA, NAGPRA, and AIRFA.
• Working experience with Native cultures, tribal sovereignty, and tribal government structure and protocol.
• Ability to understand and represent the cultural resource interests of the Colville Confederated Tribes when needed or when interacting with professionals and researchers.
• Ability to work independently, multitask, complete work in a timely manner, and meet deadlines.
• Ability to acquire appropriate fieldwork attire, including a hat, gloves, and work boots.
• Ability to work well with coworkers and elders and take direction from supervisors; apply professional work standards; take clear and concise notes; and use good judgment and common sense.
• Ability to write technical reports to professional standards, including appropriate writing style, layout, citations, map preparation, and preparation of final and published documents.
• Ability to read and interpret aerial photographs, maps, and charts at different scales and projections.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with CRM contracting, including writing and implementing contract statements of work, preparing budgets, and maintaining project administrative paperwork.

Responsibilities

• Participate in archaeological fieldwork, including survey and inventory, evaluative testing, and mitigation or treatment activities.
• Conduct or assist with cultural resource investigations and archaeological site documentation through report preparation.
• Serve as Crew Chief on specified projects when assigned.
• Supervise or assist in training less experienced staff in field procedures and methodologies.
• Review and conduct standard GPS duties and GIS manipulation.
• Assist with gathering, compiling, evaluating, and analyzing relevant feature attribute data.
• Provide graphic support for project reports and assist with database maintenance.

Benefits

• Full medical, dental, vision, and life insurance for full-time employees.
• 401(k) with employer contributions.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage for full-time employees.
• Paid holidays, sick leave, and annual leave for full-time and part-time employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level