Archaeologist I (SS-49168)

CONFEDERATED TRIBES OF THE COLVILLE RESERVATION • Coulee City, WA

11d • $25 - $29 • Onsite

About The Position

This is a Non-Exempt position. Archaeologist I is a professional level position in the History/Archaeology Program. This position is complex and deals with a variety of Cultural Resource Management (CRM) tasks. The incumbent participates on crews conducting archaeological fieldwork (i.e., survey/inventory, evaluative testing, and mitigation/treatment activities) on a project-by-project basis conducting all aspects of cultural resource investigations. The Incumbent will assist with or conduct the documentation of archaeological sites from beginning through report preparation following field work. The Archaeologist I may serve as Crew Chief on specified projects and be required to supervise or assist in the training of less experienced staff in field procedures and methodologies. The incumbent reviews and conducts standard archaeological Global Position System (GPS) duties and Geographic Information System (GIS) manipulation. The Archaeologist I may assist with gathering, compiling, evaluating and analyzing relevant feature attribute data and provides graphic support for reports for various projects and assists with data base maintenance. [All work dependent on federally funded contracts with no guarantees of continuous employment].

Requirements

• BA in Anthropology, or Archaeology, or American History, or Native American Studies with a focus in archaeology.
• 24 months of experience in archaeological fieldwork.
• 6 months as a crew chief.
• Valid State Driver’s license.
• Eligible for the Tribes vehicle insurance.
• Willing to become a certified boat operator for reservoir fieldwork.
• Active understanding of anthropological ethics, including an ability to respect and support the sovereignty of the Colville Confederated Tribes.
• Comfortable in the presence of human remains.
• Able to give professional and public presentations in support of project work.
• History of good work attendance and punctuality.
• Reliable transportation.
• Willing to work non-standard work schedules (e.g., 10 days on, 4 days off).
• Able to perform a variety of outdoor work in inclement weather and rugged field situations.
• Able to lift at least 40 pounds.
• Able to travel out-of-the area for overnight stays as dictated by the fieldwork and/or meetings.
• Demonstrated organizational skills.
• Knowledge in the geography of the Upper Columbia River Plateau.
• Experience using hand tools (shovels, trowels, hatchet, and clippers).
• Knowledge and ability to utilize Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, and Access and computer graphics.
• Knowledge of other cultural resources laws and regulations, i.e., NEPA, ARPA, NAGPRA and AIRFA.
• Ability to camp out as necessary.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to multi-task and perform tasks in a timely manner and meet deadlines.
• Ability to acquire appropriate fieldwork attire (hat, gloves, works boots, etc.).
• Ability to get along with co-workers, elders, and take direction from supervisors.
• Ability to apply professional work standards at all times.
• Ability to take clear and concise notes.
• Ability to maintain good judgement and common sense.

Nice To Haves

• Exceptional work experience can substitute for some education.
• Knowledge and familiarity of CRM contracting, i.e., writing, implementing contract SOWs, budgets, and maintaining project administrative paperwork preferred.
• Working experience with native cultures, tribal sovereignty, and tribal government structure and protocol.
• Ability to understand and be able to represent the cultural resource interests of the CCT when needed or when interacting with other professionals and researchers.
• Knowledge of history and language of the CCT, including an understanding of the twelve Tribes comprising the Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation.

Responsibilities

• Participates on crews conducting archaeological fieldwork (i.e., survey/inventory, evaluative testing, and mitigation/treatment activities).
• Conducts all aspects of cultural resource investigations.
• Assists with or conducts the documentation of archaeological sites from beginning through report preparation.
• May serve as Crew Chief on specified projects and be required to supervise or assist in the training of less experienced staff.
• Reviews and conducts standard archaeological Global Position System (GPS) duties.
• Performs Geographic Information System (GIS) manipulation.
• Assists with gathering, compiling, evaluating and analyzing relevant feature attribute data.
• Provides graphic support for reports for various projects.
• Assists with data base maintenance.
• Conducts background research.
• Implements Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act as described in 36CFR800.
• Develops and maintains Metadata.
• Utilizes ArcView or ArcGIS command language and system architecture.
• Performs cartographic production.
• Writes and produces technical reports to professional standards, including knowledge of appropriate writing style, layout, citation procedures, map preparation, and preparation of final and published documents.
• Reads and interprets aerial photographs, maps, and charts of different scales and projections.
• Adheres to strict Confidentiality.

Benefits

• Full Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, 401k with employer contributions, Short- and Long- Term disability for Full-Time employees.
• Generous leave package includes paid holidays, sick leave, and annual leave for Full-Time and Part-Time employees.

What This Job Offers

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