Curation Specialist

Tessera•Fort Stewart, GA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Tessera is seeking a hardworking Curation Specialist to support archaeological collections management and the Cultural Resources Management (CRM) program at Fort Stewart and Hunter Army Airfield (HAAF). The position conducts laboratory analyses of materials recovered during archaeological field investigations; maintains curation facilities, artifact databases, collections, and archival records; and supports inventories, compliance audits, archaeological surveys, site monitoring, and environmental reporting. Work is performed in coordination with government stakeholders and, for archaeological investigations, under the technical supervision of an SOI-qualified archaeologist. The position is based at Fort Stewart, Georgia, and is full-time and exempt. Applicants need at least eight years of relevant experience, although specialized vocational, technical, or other formal training may substitute in part. The role requires a valid state driver’s license, eligibility for installation access and applicable security clearances, and the ability to meet the listed physical demands, with reasonable accommodation considered case by case.

Requirements

At least 8 years of experience in Anthropology, Archeology, Cultural Resource Management, Historic Preservation, and/or Museum Studies; specialized vocational, technical, or other formal training may substitute in part for experience.
Skilled in artifact inventory management, database administration, records digitization, and collections conservation.
Ability to manage large archaeological collections, ensure regulatory compliance, support inspections and audits, and coordinate with government stakeholders in a federal or Department of Defense environment.
Valid state driver’s license and ability to obtain and maintain coverage by Tessera’s insurance.
Ability to obtain and maintain applicable security clearances and installation access.
Must meet federal installation identification requirements with a REAL ID-compliant driver’s license or an acceptable alternative, such as a U.S. passport or military ID.
Must be able to meet the listed physical demands, with reasonable accommodation considered case by case.
A background check and E-Verify will be conducted.

Nice To Haves

Expertise in archaeological collections management, artifact analysis, curation, and archival preservation in accordance with federal standards, including 36 CFR Part 79.
Strong knowledge of Cultural Resource Management programs, archaeological surveys, NRHP evaluations, site monitoring, ARPA support activities, and environmental compliance reporting.

Responsibilities

Conduct detailed standard laboratory artifact analyses of materials recovered during Phase I and Phase II archaeological field investigations.
Perform routine physical inspections of the Main Curation Facility and Curation Annex at Fort Stewart and the Curation Paperwork Annex at HAAF, and document inspections in monthly and quarterly logs.
Maintain and continuously update the installation artifact database, verifying and correcting entries to achieve at least 95% accuracy between physical inventory and digital databases.
Rehabilitate, stabilize, and conserve legacy archaeological collections by cleaning, cataloging, labeling or relabeling artifacts, repackaging them in archival-grade containers, and digitizing paper documentation.
Conduct and document annual inventories of collections, records, and digital copies in response to Army Data Calls, and submit results to the CRM Manager for headquarters reporting.
Catalog, file, and preserve project paperwork, maps, and electronic files to professional archival standards, including creating duplicate backups of electronic media.
Maintain the repository, administrative folders, and curation records in readiness for state and federal regulatory compliance audits, including no-notice audits.
Assist the FS/HAAF CRM Program with Phase I archaeological inventories and Phase II National Register of Historic Places evaluations in accordance with the ICRMP and under the technical supervision of an SOI-qualified archaeologist.
Assist with systematic monitoring of NRHP-eligible sites, implement site protection measures, and provide ARPA investigation support.
Compile environmental metrics for annual Army data calls, including internal and external EPAS audits and annual EQUIP surveys.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, life, and short-term disability insurance.
Elective 401(k) retirement plan with a 3% employer discretionary contribution after 90 days of employment.
Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent care.
11 paid federal holidays.
12 paid vacation days accrued at the start of employment.
Paid sick leave.
Potential shared earning bonus.
Tuition assistance after one year of employment and potential scholarships for qualified dependents.
Professional development, certifications, and training opportunities.
Verizon wireless discount.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellness program.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility for full-time employees.