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 🔗Mid-Level Archaeologist – Tempe, AZ

  • Full Time
  • Tempe, AZ
  • $65,000 - $85,000 USD / Year
  • February 9, 2025
  • Job Reference #: 63916
  • Job Summary: We have a career opportunity for a Mid-Level Archaeologist join our team in Tempe, AZ. Are you looking for an exciting career where you can put your skills and talents to work at a company you can feel proud to be a part of?
  • Job Qualifications:

    BA/BS degree (MS/MA preferred) in Archaeology, Anthropology, or related field.
    3 – 5 + years of professional level experience researching, analyzing, developing and managing archaeological and historic preservation plans, staff, and resources.
    Meet Secretary of the Interior’s Professional Qualification Standards for Archaeology to perform duties for NHPA Section 106 and NEPA compliance.
    Ability to be added to archaeological permits on state, federal, and tribal lands in the U.S. Southwest.
    3 + years experience working with National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA)
    Working knowledge of the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA), Section 106 compliance, and general archeological practices is required.
    Knowledge of the State Historic Preservation Act (A.R.S.  § 41-861 et seq), and the Arizona Antiquities Act (A.R.S.  § 41-841 et seq), Title 37, Public Land statutes, and ASLD Administrative Rules and Regulations.
    Experience working on local, state, and federal projects.
    Knowledge of Southwestern archaeology, anthropology, history and historic preservation.
    Ability to analyze technical reports for accurate information regarding cultural resources, legal descriptions, and land ownership.
    Ability to apply methods, techniques and practices used to direct archaeological and historic site assessment and mitigation programs.
    Ability to research, analyze, develop, and manage archaeological and historic preservation plans and resources.
    Ability to coordinate archaeological mitigation measures for the preservation of cultural resources through avoidance or recovery of significant archaeological materials.
    Must be detail oriented and have excellent verbal and written communication skills, strong organizational skills, and must be technologically proficient including experience with databases and field data collection programs (Excel, AZSITE, NMCRIS, Access, ArcGIS Field maps preferred).
    Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively with various project teams and a variety of clients in the public and private sectors and handle concurrent assignments.
    Must have the capability to prepare proposals for internal and external clients.
    Ability to grow, mentor, and manage small teams of archaeologists and project staff.
    Ability to communicate with Federal and State agencies and the private sector.
    Ability and willingness to travel throughout the southwestern United States.  Approximately 30% overnight travel.
    Must pass background check, and must have a satisfactory driving record in accordance with the Company’s driving (MVR) policy.

  • How to Apply:

    Interested?  Please apply on our website

    https://emit.fa.ca3.oraclecloud.com:443/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/job/63916/share/300010557582380?utm_medium=jobshare&utm_source=Internal

  • Job benefits: Health, Dental, Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, 401k matching
  • Application URL: https://emit.fa.ca3.oraclecloud.com:443/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/job/63916/share/300010557582380?utm_medium=jobshare&utm_source=Internal

Website WSP

Conducting field and desktop archeology investigations and preparing reports.
Scheduling, managing, and conducting fieldwork and documentation associated with archaeological projects for a variety of clients throughout the southwestern United States.
Responsible for contributing to the development of various levels of National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA)-compliant documentation.
Working collaboratively with a variety of project teams and clients in the public and private sectors and handling concurrent assignments.
Working with federal and state agencies to develop and implement Programmatic Agreements
Will travel throughout the southwestern United States. Approximately 30% overnight travel.
Prepare proposals for internal and external clients.

Benefits

All NCPE interns received an hourly stipend, the rate is listed at each position description. Additionally, interns receive paid time off (PTO), paid Federal holidays if working full-time, and access to NCPE's Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for career and personal counseling, coaching, and referrals. Project sites may also offer a housing allowance and/or commuting stipend; this information is also listed in the description or offered during the interview.

Eligible NCPE interns who successfully complete their internships may count their position towards earning a Public Land Corps (PLC) Non-Competitive Hiring Authority certificate. To be eligible to earn a PLC certificate, an intern must be 30 years old or younger (or 35 if a veteran). Once earned, the PLC hiring authority certificate may be used to apply for eligible Federal temporary, term, or permanent positions. Successful completion of a NCPE internship does not guarantee Federal employment. Contact manager@preservenet.org for more details.

Eligibility

To be eligible, applicants must be
*at least 18 years old;
*no older than 30 years of age (or 35 years if a Veteran) when beginning the internship; applicants who are 31 or older (or 36 or older if a Veteran) are not eligible;
*currently enrolled in a degree-seeking academic program at the college level (or recently graduated within the past 12 months)
*be a U.S. Citizen or permanent resident.

Interns are not allowed to work more than 1200 hours total in the program; previous interns must stay within this overall limit. The length of an internship can vary from 10 to 30 weeks if full-time (40 hours per week) or longer if on a part-time schedule. If selected, the exact starting date will be determined by you and the NPS supervisor. The stipend rate is $17.00 per hour unless otherwise listed.

The successful candidate is responsible for finding and paying for travel to and housing at the internship location; some exceptions apply. The supervising office may be able to assist in locating housing but it is ultimately up to the individual accepting the internship to find accommodation.

The National Council requires all interns working in-person at Federal facilities and/or with Federal employees receive the Covid-19 vaccination. Please be advised that you may also be required to wear a mask, depending on the protocols adopted by your work site. Also be aware that, due to Government-wide security requirements, a background check will be required if you are selected for a position. This will include providing information about recent housing and employment history. The position supervisor will have more information about these requirements and procedures at the time of hiring. You may direct any questions to NCPE's Internship Program Director, Julee Johnson, at manager@preservenet.org.

Please note that interns are not NCPE or NPS employees. Stipends are academic awards and taxes are not withheld, nor are social security contributions made on your behalf. These funds may be taxable, however, so consult a tax preparation professional if you have questions.

How to Apply

You may review NCPE's internship opportunities anytime without registering. Use the search function to find listings by location, keyword, or area of interest/category. Once you identify one or more positions of interest, there is a 3-step application process.

Step 1: Click on the Apply for Job button, then select Universal Application. Click on Register to create a User Account, which requires a username and email. A link will be sent to you from manager@preservenet.org to create a password. We suggest that you add this email to your safe senders list so you don't miss receiving this important link. You will be instructed to Log In to Preservenet using your username or email and password, which will take you back to the Universal Application.

Step 2: The Universal Application is required to apply for all NCPE internships. You fill out this form only once. In addition to contact information, educational status, work history, and experience, it requires two attachments: (1) the 2 most recent years of academic transcripts. These may be unofficial transcripts if official versions are unavailable. A PDF is preferred, labeled Your Your Last Name_Your First Name_Transcript. (2) a resume or CV (curriculum vitae). Please limit to a maximum of 4 pages; 2 pages are preferred. A PDF is preferred but jpg, png, doc, or docx file types are accepted. Label Your Last Name_Your First Name_Resume. This form may be saved as a draft and completed later. Use the link provided to return to the form.

Step 3: Once you submit the Universal Application, you may browse and apply for NCPE internships using the link provided. Complete the application process by clicking on the Apply for job button found at each internship listing and upload the required Essay. Use the essay to explain why you are applying for an internship, including how your interest areas will benefit the National Park Service (NPS) and how the internship will further your studies and career goals. Be as specific as possible; there is a 400-word maximum length. Submit the essay to finish the application for that position. You may apply for a maximum of 6 internships during an application round; there is no limit at other times of the year. DO NOT SKIP THIS STEP!



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