Archaeology Tech Sr - Seasonal (SS-49157)

CONFEDERATED TRIBES OF THE COLVILLE RESERVATION • Coulee City, WA

11d • $23 - $27 • Onsite

About The Position

Performs cultural resources work focusing on archaeology, traditional cultural properties (TCP), collections, cultural plants, and museum – as assigned. The job functions will vary between general office work to assisting senior staff and working independently. Position is contract funded-no guarantee of continued employment should funding cease.

Requirements

• Requires a High School Diploma and three years’ experience or a degree demonstrating the ability to perform the duties of the position in Anthropology, Native American Studies, Botany/Plant Ecology, or Museology/Collection Management.
• Requires a valid driver’s license and be eligible for the Tribes’ vehicle insurance and maintain throughout employment.
• Requires knowledge of CCT history, culture, legends, and traditions of the 12 constituent tribes.
• Requires knowledge of local area.
• Requires the knowledge of equipment such as: fax, copier, scanner, digital video-recorder, GPS, etc.
• Requires knowledge in the use of Microsoft Office Programs-Word, Access, Excel and a working knowledge of office practices, procedures and equipment, including filing systems, receptionist and telephone techniques, and letter and report writing.
• Requires sufficient data entry skills.
• Requires sufficient arithmetic skills to compute sums and statistics.
• Requires sufficient skill using the English language, grammar, spelling, punctuation, proofreading/editing, to prepare standardized correspondence.
• Requires sufficient human relations skills to present a positive image of Tribe, convey technical information to others, and use patience in dealing with a diverse population.
• Must be able to perform clerical work with speed and accuracy.
• Must 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 confidentiality of private and sensitive information.
• Requires the ability to maintain productive and cooperative relationships with staff, external organizations, and the public using patience and courtesy.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• 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 associated with TCP’s, collections, or museums and preparation of paperwork (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Performs cultural resources work focusing on archaeology, traditional cultural properties (TCP), collections, cultural plants, and museum – as assigned.
• Assisting senior staff and working independently.
• Operate digital recording equipment, take notes, transcribe interviews, enter data, and maintain records.
• 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: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED