Mt. Taylor Ranger District Archeologist Project Organizer

Rocky Mountain Youth Corps • Albuquerque, NM

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Rocky Mountain Youth Corps (RMYC) is seeking an Archeologist Project Organizer Individual Placement to support the Cibola National Forest – Heritage and Cultural Resource Department. This role will involve project management, providing direction and training for field personnel, report production, GIS and data management, supervision of field crews, budget tracking, and coordination with various departments and external stakeholders. The position is managed through RMYC and includes regular check-ins and life skills training, with additional training opportunities provided. This role will act as a lead to other individual placements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Archeology/Anthropology or similar field.
• At least 3-5 years of professional work experience in Archaeology.
• Knowledge of theories, principles, and techniques of archeology.
• General knowledge of land management practices sufficient to prescribe a typical Heritage and Cultural Resource Management (CRM) Program in keeping with basic National Forest program requirements.
• Knowledge of the broad patterns of the various cultures and archeology of the groups who inhabited the region in past periods, in order to adapt the CRM program to local conditions.
• Knowledge of the various cultures and ethnic groups who inhabited the region in past periods to evaluate archeological findings and conduct surveys.
• Limited knowledge of related disciplines such as timber management, hydrology, soils, plant pathology, wildlife habitat management, engineering, etc., sufficient to recognize how they relate to CRM issues and to recognize when specialized advice is necessary.
• Must be a citizen, national, or lawful permanent resident of the United States.
• Insurable driving record and a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, speak, hear, climb, balance, reach with hands & arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl on a frequent basis, and lift up to 50 pounds unassisted.
• Average physical dexterity and ability are required.
• Ability to respond appropriately to stress or crises.
• Ability to stay alert and focused for several hours at a time while traveling and working in varied weather conditions.
• Ability to self-medicate properly if taking prescription medications.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Archeology or related field
• 5-10 years of experience
• Proficient in data collection and management of geospatial technology (ArcPro, FieldMaps, AGOL and Heritage NRM)

Responsibilities

• Manage the field and reporting process of a large cultural resource reconnaissance project.
• Supervise an archeology survey crew to direct field work, data collection and data processing.
• Assist staff with the development of immediate objectives, integration with resource activities, and establishment of priorities.
• Assist staff with budget and project plan of work for the unit’s archeological and cultural activities within the National Forest unit.
• Design inventory strategies as part of the land use planning process based on Forest-wide priorities and needs.
• Determine eligibility of historical properties for the National Register of Historic Places.
• Provide heritage and cultural resource management orientation to Forest Service personnel on statutes, regulations and purpose of work to be performed.
• Interpret heritage and cultural resources to the public and professional contacts through presentations at visitor facilities, professional journals, etc.
• Ensure program data for documentation submission including contracts, National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) eligibility criteria, legal documents to fulfill programmatic requirements, and internal reports.
• Organize, supervise, or directly perform inventory of areas to include preparation of maps, inventories, reports, and records related to the discovery, protection, inventory, salvage, and interpretation of heritage and cultural resource areas.
• Review reports as part of project planning to evaluate the quality of the inventory, the completeness of the report, and the significance of heritage or cultural sites found.
• Prepare determinations of effect for such projects identified during project inventories.
• Assist staff with recommendation of mitigation procedures.
• Work effectively as a member of a team despite potentially stressful and difficult conditions.
• Contribute to a safe learning environment, no harassment of others for any reason.
• Complete all aspects of the program including conservation projects, education, training, and national service.
• Effectively communicate ideas and concerns as they arise directly to supervisors, colleagues, and organization staff.
• Appropriately represent the U.S Forest Service to the public and partners at all times.
• Demonstrate flexibility, adaptability, and capacity to work in a fluid, changing work environment.
• Effectively communicate danger to others in the form of either a warning of danger others may be encountering or a notification of personal distress, injury or need for assistance.
• Effectively perceive and understand significant and apparent hazards and follow direction by others so that you will be able to successfully execute techniques to manage hazards.
• Respond appropriately to stress or crises.
• Stay alert and focused for several hours at a time while traveling and working in varied weather conditions.
• Self-medicate properly if taking prescription medications.

Benefits

• RMYC observes all National holidays and are considered approved paid days off.
• Access to government facilities and systems.
• Access to government vehicles, equipment, and materials needed to work on projects.
• Life skills training.
• Other training opportunities will be provided through the host program or outside training tailored to the needs of the individual.
• Cross-training with other programs is also encouraged.

What This Job Offers

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