AZ – Senior Archaeologist – Navajo Nation

JOB TITLE:
Senior Archaeologist
DEPARTMENT:
Division of Natural Resources
SUPERVISOR:
Richard Begay
SALARY:
$58,338.72
JOB SUMMARY
Skills in evaluating historic properties and archaeological deposits. Skills in determining and initiating preservation activities related to historic properties. Skills in applying Navajo traditional culture and beliefs to tribal planning, management and preservation activities. Skills in maintaining detailed and accurate records and preparing grant reports. Skills in using automated information systems/programs to maintain databases and produce documents for annual review and reports. Familiarity with historic preservation laws/policies and applying them to evaluate historic properties in the Section 106 process.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Senior archaeologists will primarily focus on participating in project-related meetings for the Navajo Gallup Water Supply Project, conducting in-field site visits to conduct field assessments, evaluating and providing professional reviews and recommendations that pertain to avoidance of cultural resources, Traditional Cultural Places and burials. It will involve monitoring activities, interpreting and implementing pertinent federal and tribal legislation related to affected cultural resources. Review formal agreements, historic preservation plans, project proposals, etc. Participate in department meetings.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
  • Bachelor’s degree in Archaeology or Anthropology; three years of experience in archaeological survey and excavation activities
PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS
  • Bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, marketing or a related field preferred.
  • Experience in grant writing and grant management preferred.
  • Experience working in indigenous communities is highly preferred.
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