Archaeology Tech I (SS-49171)

CONFEDERATED TRIBES OF THE COLVILLE RESERVATION • Coulee City, WA

11d • $21 - $24 • Onsite

About The Position

Traditional Cultural Plants Archaeology Technician I will perform cultural resources work focusing on cultural plants, traditional properties, archaeology, and collections. The job functions will vary between general office work, field work, assisting senior staff and/or working independently. Position is contracted funded - no guarantee of continued employment should funding cease.

Requirements

• Requires a High School Diploma or equivalency and experience comparable to fulfill the functions of the position.
• Requires a valid driver’s license and meet insurability requirements.
• Willingness to become a certified boat operator for fieldwork.
• Requires knowledge of CCT history, culture, legends, and traditions of the 12 constituent tribes.
• Requires the knowledge of equipment such as: fax, copier, scanner, digital photo and video, etc.
• Requires knowledge in the use of Microsoft Office Programs- Word, Access, and Excel.
• Must possess the ability to utilize patience and respect in dealing with tribal elders and /or traditional practitioners.
• Requires closely related experience demonstrating the ability to perform the duties of the position.
• Requires the ability to work with tribal elders and/or tribal practitioners.
• Requires the ability to perform all of the duties of the position in a high volume environment that may be dominated by distractions.
• Requires to be able to learn, understand and apply Tribal and agency rules, regulations and policies.
• Requires the ability to plan, organize and prioritize work in order to meet schedules and timelines.
• Requires the ability to use a personal computer to produce correspondence, informational materials, and conduct basic research.
• Requires the ability to maintain strict confidentiality of private and sensitive information.
• Requires the ability to be willing to learn field techniques associated with survey, excavation, and preparation of paperwork (preferred) and use of hand tools (e.g., shovels, trowels, hatchet, clippers).
• Requires willingness to learn oral history, cultural plant, or collections techniques.
• Requires willingness to work on tedious tasks such as photocopying documents.
• Requires a dependable and punctual work history.
• Requires the ability to work independently after initial training development.
• Requires the ability to multi-task while working under and meeting deadlines.
• Requires the ability to maintain good judgement and common sense.
• Must work well with others.
• If required of this position, you must possess and maintain a valid Washington State driver’s license and be eligible for the Tribes’ Vehicle Insurance.
• If applicable, these clearances must be maintained throughout employment.

Nice To Haves

• Any experience in Anthropology, Native American Studies, Botany/Plant Ecology, or Museology/Collection Management or closely related field preferred.
• Requires the ability to learn field techniques associated with survey, excavation, and preparation of paperwork (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Perform cultural resources work focusing on cultural plants, traditional properties, archaeology, and collections.
• Perform general office work.
• Perform field work.
• Assist senior staff.
• Work independently.
• Photocopying documents.

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
• Education Level: High school or GED