Senior Principal Investigator

https://logansimpson.bamboohr.com/careers/172?source=aWQ9NTI%3D

Logan Simpson has an immediate opening for a regular full-time Senior Archaeologist/Principal Investigator to work a hybrid schedule based out of our downtown Tempe, Arizona office.

Responsibilities Include:

• Planning and managing all phases of cultural resources projects including survey, archaeological monitoring, testing, and data recovery.
• Proficiently and independently preparing, reviewing, and editing complex technical documents for a full range of cultural resources project types.
• Preparing scopes of work and cost estimates.
• Meeting project scope, schedule, and budget obligations.
• Mentoring other staff.

Position Requires:

• Master's degree in Anthropology or a related field.
• 7+ years of cultural resources management (CRM) experience, including 5+ years of supervisory experience, preferably in the Southwest.
• Sufficient experience to be listed as a Principal Investigator on an Arizona State Museum blanket permit
• Demonstrable experience interacting and coordinating with clients, as well as government agencies and Tribal representatives, in a decision-making role.
• Knowledgeable about Section 106 review process and other federal, state, and municipal historic preservation and cultural resources regulations.
• An established area of analytical expertise and/or archaeological research interest.
• Demonstrable experience with independently preparing, reviewing, and editing complex technical documents for a full range of cultural resources projects.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  
• Must be able to work cooperatively in a team-oriented setting with crew members and supervisors.
  
• Must be self-motivated and be able to work independently and manage project workload.
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Anthropology or closely related field.
• 3+ years of supervisory experience, preferably in the Southwest.
• Experience working with government and Tribal agencies and personnel.

Compensation:

This is a full-time position paid on a salaried basis between $83,200 to $109,200 annually, depending on experience and education.

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Field Director

https://logansimpson.bamboohr.com/careers/171?source=aWQ9NTI%3D

Logan Simpson has an immediate opening for a regular full-time Archaeological Field Director to work a hybrid schedule based out of our downtown Tempe, Arizona office.

Responsibilities Include:

• Managing fieldwork on cultural resources projects, including survey, archaeological monitoring, testing, and data recovery, throughout Arizona and adjacent states.
• Accurately and efficiently recording cultural resources in the field, manage a field crew, operate GPS units with a data recorder, preparing site records, and conduct quality control/quality assurance reviews of all digital and paper field data.
• Proficiently and independently preparing complex technical documents for a full range of cultural resources project types.
• Mentoring other staff.

Position Requires:

• Bachelor’s degree in Anthropology or closely related field.
• 5+ years of cultural resources management (CRM) experience and demonstrable expertise supervising all aspects of cultural resources survey, excavation, and monitoring fieldwork and with preparing the associated technical reports.
• Sufficient field experience to be listed as a Project Director on an Arizona State Museum blanket permit
• Ability to obtain current permits at Field Director level with the BLM, National Forest, and other agency lands in Arizona.
• Knowledgeable about Section 106 review process and other federal historic preservation and cultural resources regulations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with technical writing and use of Microsoft Office products.
• Ability to work outdoors in extreme temperatures and in remote locations (camping is a possibility).
• Ability to walk up to 10 miles per day over steep terrain for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to work cooperatively in a team-oriented setting with crew members and supervisors.
• Must be self-motivated and be able to work independently and manage project workloads, schedules, and budget considerations.
• Possess a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Anthropology or closely related field.
• 3+ years of supervisory experience, preferably in the Southwest.
• Experience working with government and Tribal agencies and personnel.

Compensation:

This is a full-time position paid on a salaried basis between $66,560 to $83,200 annually, depending on experience and education.

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Senior Archaeologist

https://logansimpson.bamboohr.com/careers/140?source=aWQ9NTI%3D

Logan Simpson has an immediate opening for a regular full-time Senior Archaeologist / Project Manager to be based out of our Flagstaff, Arizona office.

Responsibilities Include:

• Planning and managing all phases of cultural resources projects including survey, archaeological monitoring, testing, and data recovery.
• Technical report production.
• Preparing scopes of work and cost estimates.
• Meeting project scope, schedule, and budget obligations.
• Opportunity for occasional fieldwork.

Position Requires:

• Master’s degree in Anthropology or a related field.
• 5+ years of cultural resources management (CRM) experience, including 3+ years of supervisory experience, preferably in the Southwest.
• Comfortable interacting and coordinating with clients, as well as government agencies and Tribal representatives, in a decision-making role.
• Knowledgeable about Section 106 review process and other federal historic preservation and cultural resources regulations.
• Demonstrate an established area of analytical expertise and/or archaeological research interest.
• Experience independently preparing, reviewing, and editing complex technical documents for a full range of cultural resources projects.
• Ability to mentor other staff.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be able to work cooperatively with crew members and supervisors.
• Must be self-motivated and be able to work independently and manage project workload.
• Be able to work cooperatively in a team-oriented setting.

Compensation:

This is a full-time position paid on a salaried basis between $68,640 to $95,680 annually, depending on experience and education.

AZTEC is seeking qualified Project Directors to join its Cultural Resources Group based in Phoenix and Tucson, Arizona.

Job Description

The purpose of this role is to develop, direct, and complete all types of archaeological projects (survey, monitoring, testing, and data recovery). Projects may be located in the Southwest and/or Great Basin regions. Below is a list of duties for this position.

Duties:

• Develop, direct, and participate in all types of archaeological investigations (testing, data recovery, monitoring, survey, and field documentation)
• Assist and instruct other staff in proper field, research, and reporting methods

• Prepare, review, and edit technical reports documenting and synthesizing the results of research and field and lab work
• Evaluate and make recommendations regarding the NRHP eligibility of archaeological sites, findings of project effects upon cultural resources, and appropriate means of avoidance, minimization, and/or mitigation
• Prepare graphics for reports using ArcGIS Pro or coordinate graphic preparation with GIS staff
• Develop, implement, and oversee research designs and work plans
• Develop and adhere to project scopes and budgets
• Manage and track budgets and schedules
• Understand and assist clients with state, federal, and tribal cultural resources compliance
• Coordinate with sub-consultants, vendors, and permitting agencies
• Work independently and resolve project challenges with minimal supervision
• Supervise junior staff
• Perform archaeological research and conduct site file searches at federal, state, tribal, and private repositories
• Use a tablet, compass, trowel, shovel, pick, hula hoe, and screen
• Communicate effectively and work closely with fellow employees, clients, vendors, and the public
• Perform travel that may include overnight and/or out-of-state stays for extended periods of time

For more information, visit: https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=66d7d281-2bbf-4847-8246-4c52c94ec020&ccId=19000101_000001&jobId=530170&lang=en_US

https://careers.swca.com/jobs/13806?lang=en-us

SWCA is seeking a Lead Archaeologist for our Arizona Offices to support its robust program. The Lead Archaeologist is a core member of the Cultural Resources Program, responsible for staffing, fieldwork, research, report writing, quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) review, managing client, agency, and tribal relationships, as well as winning and delivering on projects. In this role, you will assist the Directors, Team Leads, and Project Managers with project coordination and ensuring quality work for cultural resource management projects and tasks.

This is a position provides the flexibility of a hybrid work environment and is based out of the Arizona region supporting our three Arizona offices (Tucson, Flagstaff, and Phoenix). This is a full-time, salaried position reporting to our Arizona Cultural Resources Director.

What you will accomplish

Serve as primary author on large technical reports, research designs, and other technical documents.

Conduct content review of technical reports and site forms.

Oversee field research, data collection, inventory, analysis, and final report production, ensuring these tasks are conducted in accordance with the QA/QC plan.

Assist with training and mentoring of staff in topics including NRHP eligibility, implementation of research designs, technical reporting, and site recording protocols.

Take initiative, resolve problems, and create improved procedures to ensure that tasks are completed in the most effective manner.

Contribute to fostering a collaborative team environment that leads to successful projects and team members in the local offices and with other SWCA offices as part of OneSWCA.

Maintain good working relationships with state and federal agency contacts and clients.

Perform additional project management duties as needed: manage budgets and projects, prepare proposals, interact with clients, and manage staff.

Drive compliance of safety policies and reporting requirements to ensure overall team safety.

Demonstrate proficiency in project management and effective delegation.

Identify and resolve problems in creative ways.

Show dedication to scientific integrity and quality work products for all clientele.

Show commitment to the Mission, Vision, and Values of SWCA.

https://arizona.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/4/home/requisition/21861?c=arizona

Arizona State Museum at the University of Arizona is in search of an Assistant Permits Office Manager. The position supports the Arizona Antiquities Act Administrator with tasks associated with AAA compliance and administration. Responsibilities include: conducts preliminary review of permit applications, treatment plans, reports, Project Director qualification applications, and Principal Investigator qualification applications and maintains paper and electronic records for Permits Office.

Arizona State Museum (ASM) is the oldest and largest anthropological research facility in the U.S. Southwest, with expansive collections that are exceptional resources for the teaching, study, and understanding of the region’s 13,000-year human history.

ASM serves the State of Arizona as its official archaeological repository and as the permitting authority for archaeological activity on state land. In addition to 40,000 cubic feet of archaeological research materials, ASM curates millions of archaeological, ethnographic, and modern objects created by the Indigenous peoples of the region. It holds the world’s largest and most comprehensive collection of Native North American basketry, composed of 35,000 specimens of woven fiber, dating back some 7,000 years. ASM also holds the world’s largest, most comprehensive, and best documented collection of Southwest Indigenous pottery, with 24,000 whole-vessel specimens dating back more than 2,000 years. Its photographic and library/archive collections are similarly unparalleled. Its conservation laboratory and preservation program are world-renowned.

Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!

Link to posting https://westlandresources.applicantpro.com/jobs/3625216

At WestLand, we are each driven by our own purposes and aspirations. We are encouraged to develop our own unique skills while also growing our business. For some, it's envisioning the lives of tribal ancestors as told by the artifacts uncovered on their lands. For others, there's no greater meaning than being in the field collecting data on flora or fauna. For our engineers and architects, it may be the pride in seeing a design come to life or solving a complex problem while navigating the complexities of environmental and permitting requirements. What unites us all, however, is our commitment to our clients and to each other.

WestLand is large enough to provide a wide range of opportunities for career growth yet nimble enough for you to forge your own unique business and professional path. We pride ourselves on an inclusive environment where talented and creative individuals work together on unique and inspiring projects, bringing innovative solutions to our clients. Make a difference with us at WestLand!

WestLand is seeking on-call Archaeology Field Technicians for our growing Arizona team. Our crews can be found working throughout the Southwest on CRM projects for private and public sector clients. For out-of-town work that includes overnight, or longer duration stays, per diem and single-occupancy hotel rooms are provided. The successful candidates can be based out of WestLand's Phoenix office.

What will I be doing?

• Under direction of a field supervisor, conduct archaeological field work (field survey, testing, monitoring, and data recovery excavations).
• Under direction of field supervisor, record artifacts, features and other manifestations using Trimble GIS, map archaeological features and sites, draw scaled profiles and plans, and maintain paperwork, notes, and records.
• Process and catalog artifacts and other materials under lab staff supervision.
• Perform preliminary analysis and lab tasks under lab staff supervision.
• File and scan records and paperwork.
• Complete record searches and report tables under supervision of senior staff.

What qualifications are required for this role?

• Associates Degree or higher in Archaeology, Anthropology, or a related field. Prior on-the-job archeology experience may substitute for educational requirements.
• Previous experience in archaeology preferred.
• Ability to conduct fieldwork for long hours in a desert environment featuring extreme temperatures, rough terrain, and potential high altitudes.
• Ability to carry up to 60 pounds of equipment and supplies.
• Ability to bend and kneel for long periods of time.
• Ability to travel out of town for work throughout the Southwest, often on short notice and for extended periods (paid drive time, per diem and hotel provided).
• Ability to work as a member of a cohesive team.
• Ability to work in a fast paced and creative environment.

The salary range for this position is $19.00 - $24.50 per hour.

What does WestLand offer you?

• A comprehensive benefits package that includes 9 holidays, healthcare benefits, PTO, and 401k matching for full time employees. Flexible work schedules and remote/hybrid possibilities are available for most roles.
• A multidisciplinary environment where projects are unique, creative, and challenging! A place where you can develop your own vision of clientele and projects, and where you get to work with our industry leaders daily!
• An environment where you are set up for success! With two-way mentorship, financial incentives to publish your work, and tuition reimbursement for ongoing educational support, we have you covered! In addition, WestLand has developed a career-path structure to assist you in reaching those next steps in your career!
• A collaborative work environment where information and ideas are shared across teams. Communication is clear and comes often. And our diversity of people and cultures means everyone always feels welcome at WestLand!

Westland is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

To learn more about WestLand, visit our website at www.WestLandresources.com

To apply, visit WestLand Jobs

Resumes submitted by a recruiting/staffing agency without current/valid vendor agreement will become property of WestLand. Any recruiting/staffing agency wishing to do business with WestLand must contact the Human Resources Department through our website. Recruiting/staffing agents may NOT contact hiring managers directly. Firms that do not honor this request will be removed from consideration.

Archaeology Field Director (Locations Tucson and Flagstaff, AZ)

At WestLand, we are each driven by our own purposes and aspirations. We are encouraged to develop our own unique skills while also growing our business. For some, it's envisioning the lives of tribal ancestors as told by the artifacts uncovered on their lands. For others, there's no greater meaning than being in the field collecting data on flora or fauna. For our engineers and architects, it may be the pride in seeing a design come to life or solving a complex problem while navigating the complexities of environmental and permitting requirements. What unites us all, however, is our commitment to our clients and to each other.

WestLand is large enough to provide a wide range of opportunities for career growth yet nimble enough for you to forge your own unique business and professional path. We pride ourselves on an inclusive environment where talented and creative individuals work together on unique and inspiring projects, bringing innovative solutions to our clients. Make a difference with us at WestLand!

WestLand is seeking full-time Archaeology Field Directors for our growing Arizona team. Our crews can be found working throughout the Southwest on CRM projects for private and public sector clients. For out-of-town work that includes overnight, or longer duration stays, per diem and single-occupancy hotel rooms are provided. The successful candidates will ideally be based out of either WestLand's Phoenix, Tucson, or Flagstaff offices.

What will I be doing?

• Leading and coordinating archaeological field work (field survey, testing, monitoring, and data recovery excavations).
• Supervising field crews in their effort to record artifacts, features and other manifestations using Trimble GIS, map archaeological features and sites, draw scaled profiles and plans, and maintain paperwork, notes, and records.
• Processing and cataloging artifacts and other materials to lab specifications.
• Filing and scanning records and paperwork.
• Completing record searches and writing technical reports.

What qualifications are required for this role?

• A Master's degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, or related field. A Bachelor's degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, or related field AND additional years of experience may substitute a Master's degree.
• A minimum of two years supervisory experience in the American Southwest
• Previous experience writing technical archaeological reports.
• Ability to conduct fieldwork for long hours in a desert environment featuring extreme temperatures, rough terrain, and potential high altitudes.
• Ability to travel out of town for work throughout the Southwest, often on short notice and for extended periods (paid drive time, per diem and hotel provided).
• Ability to work as a member of a cohesive team.
• Ability to work in a fast paced and creative environment.

The wage range for this position is $27.50 - $36.00/hour.

What does WestLand offer you?

• A comprehensive benefits package that includes 9 vacation days, healthcare benefits, PTO, and 401k matching for full time employees. Flexible work schedules and remote/hybrid possibilities are available for most roles.
• A multidisciplinary environment where projects are unique, creative, and challenging! A place where you can develop your own vision of clientele and projects, and where you get to work with our industry leaders daily!
• An environment where you are set up for success! With two-way mentorship, financial incentives to publish your work, and tuition reimbursement for ongoing educational support, we have you covered! In addition, WestLand has developed a career-path structure to assist you in reaching those next steps in your career!
• A collaborative work environment where information and ideas are shared across teams. Communication is clear and comes often. And our diversity of people and cultures means everyone always feels welcome at WestLand!

WestLand is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

Resumes submitted by a recruiting/staffing agency without current/valid vendor agreement will become property of WestLand. Any recruiting/staffing agency wishing to do business with WestLand must contact the Human Resources Department through our website. Recruiting/staffing agents may NOT contact hiring managers directly. Firms that do not honor this request will be removed from consideration.

https://westlandresources.applicantpro.com/jobs/3571814)

Archaeology Project Manager (Locations: Albuquerque, NM and Tucson, AZ) 

At WestLand, we are each driven by our own purposes and aspirations. We are encouraged to develop our own unique skills while also growing our business. For some, it's envisioning the lives of tribal ancestors as told by the artifacts uncovered on their lands. For others, there's no greater meaning than being in the field collecting data on flora or fauna. For our engineers and architects, it may be the pride in seeing a design come to life or solving a complex problem while navigating the complexities of environmental and permitting requirements. What unites us all, however, is our commitment to our clients and to each other.

WestLand is large enough to provide a wide range of opportunities for career growth yet nimble enough for you to forge your own unique business and professional path. We pride ourselves on an inclusive environment where talented and creative individuals work together on unique and inspiring projects, bringing innovative solutions to our clients. Make a difference with us at WestLand!

WestLand is Looking to add a full-time Project Manager to our growing Cultural Resources team in Arizona. This position will report through our Tuscon office but can work remotely anywhere in the American Southwest. This position may be based out of our Tucson or Phoenix offices. In this position, you will be responsible for all aspects of project management from proposal to close-out. In addition, you will play a significant role in helping to develop and mentor our cultural teams. You will also have an opportunity to further build our market share by fostering relationships with current and future clients.

What will I be doing?

• Creating and developing proposals including establishing budgets, schedules, and applicable resources.
• Facilitating and/or coordinating communication and deliverables between WestLand, our subcontractors, and our vendors with our clients.
• Coordinating resources and projects with other WestLand departments (especially on multi-disciplinary projects).
• Managing and coordinating archaeological field work (field survey, testing, monitoring, and data recovery excavations).
• Building relationships with current and future clients and vendors.
• Overseeing the processing and cataloging of artifacts and other materials to lab specifications.
• Leading and mentoring teams of cultural resources professionals.

What qualifications are required for this role?

• A master's degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, or related field. A Bachelor's degree AND additional years of experience may be considered in lieu of a Masters degree.
• At least four years of CRM supervisory experience in the American Southwest.
• Must be an expert in local, state, and federal cultural resources laws and regulations.
• Experienced in managing large cultural resources survey and data recovery projects.
• Experienced in writing and reviewing technical archaeological reports.

The salary range for this position is $90,000 - $119,000 annually.

What does WestLand offer you?

• A comprehensive benefits package that includes 9 holidays, healthcare benefits, PTO, and 401k matching for full time employees. Flexible work schedules and remote/hybrid possibilities are available for most roles.
• A multidisciplinary environment where projects are unique, creative, and challenging! A place where you can develop your own vision of clientele and projects, and where you get to work with our industry leaders daily!
• An environment where you are set up for success! With two-way mentorship, financial incentives to publish your work, and tuition reimbursement for ongoing educational support, we have you covered! In addition, WestLand has developed a career-path structure to assist you in reaching those next steps in your career!
• A collaborative work environment where information and ideas are shared across teams. Communication is clear and comes often. And our diversity of people and cultures means everyone always feels welcome at WestLand!

WestLand is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

Resumes submitted by a recruiting/staffing agency without current/valid vendor agreement will become property of WestLand. Any recruiting/staffing agency wishing to do business with WestLand must contact the Human Resources Department through our website. Recruiting/staffing agents may NOT contact hiring managers directly. Firms that do not honor this request will be removed from consideration.

https://westlandresources.applicantpro.com/jobs/3320342

ENVIRONMENTAL PROGRAM MANAGER

“Archaeologist - Cultural Resource Compliance Manager”

WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT DIVISION / HABITAT BRANCH / PHOENIX, AZ BASED

FLSA-EXEMPT / SALARY GRADE 23 / SALARY RANGE ($51,625 - $92,573)

REQUISITION #529918 / CLOSING DATE: 12/12/2024

Join the only state agency in Arizona responsible for conserving and protecting more than 800 wildlife species. Be part of a passionate group of people who want to make a positive impact on outdoor recreation in Arizona by managing resources for safe, compatible opportunities for current and future generations. From fishing, boating and off-highway vehicle use to shooting sports, hunting and wildlife watching, Arizona Game and Fish supports it all. Our biologists use the best available science in their management actions, and our wildlife managers are on the ground in your communities making a difference every day. Opportunities abound beyond the field at AZGFD, so check us out and see what we’re all about! Consider joining our workforce today. AZGFD celebrates the diversity of Arizona's people, landscapes and of course, wildlife. However you choose to enjoy Arizona’s wildlife and wild places, the outdoors is open for all.

The Arizona Game and Fish Department manages fish and wildlife in Arizona and under the authority of the Arizona Game and Fish Commission, creates and implements scientific methods and regulations to effectively manage fish and wildlife habitat via conservation, enforcement, hunting, fishing, watercraft and off-highway vehicle recreation, and shooting sports. The Arizona Game and Fish Department dedicates itself to excellence, values its employees and supports a culture of stewardship, teamwork and partnerships.

Description of Duties: The Archaeologist/Cultural Resource Compliance Manager position supports AZGFD's Project Evaluation Program (PEP). PEP provides environmental services for AZGFD activities through compliance with regulatory requirements, assuring that all AZGFD projects comply with environmental laws. The purpose of the Archaeologist - CRCM will be to ensure all project activities are in compliance with cultural resource laws and to advise, facilitate, and plan the protection, preservation, and management of historic and archaeological resources for Arizona Game and Fish Commission properties. Major duties/Responsibilities will include:

• Coordinate the Department's cultural compliance on all projects and ensure the project adheres to applicable State and Federal Historic Preservation and Antiquity laws and guidelines; 
• Advise on project planning to include cultural compliance needs and coordination; 
• Lead coordination between the AZGFD, SHPO, Tribes, and federal/state agencies on cultural resource projects and compliance; 
• Review and approves project and property management plans to ensure compliance with cultural resource laws; 
• Develop cultural resource management plans for Department properties;
• Develop cultural resource monitoring plans for projects; 
• Manage and oversee consultant activities in relation to archaeological surveys, site flagging, monitoring, testing, and data recovery; 
• Review and approve cultural inventory or project proposals and survey reports to ensure fieldwork and reports are complete and conform to guidelines; 
• Acts as the cultural resources liaison with other state, federal, and tribal agencies to form partnerships related to ensuring the protection and preservation of cultural resources; 
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

The candidate must have knowledge of state and federal laws pertaining to historic preservation, archaeology, and cultural resource management and coordination; Administration of cultural compliance planning, organizing and preparation of documentation for cultural resources; Methods and techniques of sources of information for archaeology resources; Principles, fundamental concepts, and practices of cultural resource management.

The candidate must possess skills and abilities including: Effective communication in a team environment including both written and oral communication skills. Apply current scientific archaeological theory, methods, and techniques in the identification, evaluation, and preservation treatment of archaeological resources; Direct work on complex project proposals, technical reports, Federal and state regulations, legislation and guidelines; Interpreting criteria for recommending archaeological sites for eligibility for listing on the Arizona and National Register of Historic Places; Handle negotiations, make decisions and evaluate impacts and archaeological preservation planning; Develop and manage project implementation milestones. Basic computer skills in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) is desired, but not required.

The candidate must have the ability to manage multiple tasks, while shepherding large projects through a complex and often changing process. To develop effective and positive interpersonal relationships with all staff and with other partner agencies; To analyze and prepare detailed cultural resource compliance reports and documentation including maps, images, and diagrams that will assist with agency planning and compliance; To review and approve contracted cultural resource compliance reports; To work independently and as part of a team; To develop and maintain effective relationships with cultural resource managers from respective state, federal, and tribal entities.

The candidate must have a bachelor’s degree in archaeology, anthropology, or closely related field and three years of professional or managerial experience in archaeology or cultural resources management and compliance or any combination of training and experience that meets the KSAs. Must be able to meet the qualifications set forth in the Secretary of Interior’s Standards and Guidelines for Professional Qualifications (36 CFR Part 61). The preferred candidate will have a master’s degree in archaeology, anthropology, or closely related field and be able to obtain an annual Arizona Antiquities Act (AAA) blanket permit. In addition, the preferred candidate will be able to clearly demonstrate ability and willingness to coach/mentor a team and others and have considerable education and experience in managing compliance for a natural resource or land management agency, including performing tribal coordination and project clearance or coordination with a state historic preservation office.

If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job, then the following requirements apply. Any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess and retain a current, valid class-appropriate driver’s license, complete all required training, and successfully pass all necessary driver’s license record checks. The license must be current, unexpired, and neither revoked nor suspended. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver’s license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records, and must complete all required driver training. An employee who operates a personally owned vehicle on state business shall maintain the statutorily required liability insurance (see Arizona Administrative Code (A.A.C.) R2-10-207.11).

All newly hired employees will be subject to the E-Verify Employment Eligibility Verification program. Our work environment offers training opportunities and encourages career development. The State of Arizona offers an outstanding comprehensive benefits package including:

• 13 days of vacation
• 12 sick days with accumulation benefits
• 10 paid holidays
• Participation in the nationally recognized Arizona State Retirement System
• Superior health care options
• Vision care, dental care, pharmacy benefits, and flexible spending account (options available)
• Life, long-term disability, and short-term disability insurance options are available
• Many more benefit programs are available

The Arizona Game and Fish Department is an Equal Employment Opportunity agency.

https://www.azstatejobs.gov/jobs/environmental-program-manager-phoenix-arizona-united-states-1aebcc2f-6ee8-40c9-9b1e-4b428d2123c9

APPLICATION PERIOD: 2024 - Until Need Filled

SERIES & GRADE: IC-0301-9/11

Salary: $59,966 - $94,317; higher locality rates may apply

POSITION: Multiple Positions- Term - Temporary - Not to Exceed 4 Years

DUTY LOCATIONS: Nationwide - Location Negotiable Upon Selection

WHO MAY APPLY: All United States Citizens

SECURITY CLEARANCE: Public Trust-Background investigation

When disaster strikes, America looks to FEMA. Now FEMA looks to you. Join our team and use your talent to support

Americans in their times of greatest need. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) prepares the nation for all hazards and manages Federal response and recovery efforts following any national incident. We foster innovation, reward performance and creativity, and provide challenges on a routine basis with a well-skilled, knowledgeable, high performance workforce.

This position is being announced under FEMA's Cadre of On-call Response/Recovery Employee (CORE) Program. This is a Temporary appointment in the Excepted Service, not to exceed 4 years, with the option to extend based on workload and funding availability. Veterans Preference does not apply to the CORE selection process.

The Environmental Planning and Historic Preservation Cadre (EHP) announces the hiring of EHP Historic Preservation Specialist (HSSP) position under FEMA's Core Program.

Requirements

• This position requires a Public Trust background investigation.
• You must be a U.S. citizen or National to be considered for this position.
• This position is 100% travel, and you will be required to travel up to, but not limited to 320+ days a year. When not deployed, your duty station will be your residence of record (ROR).
• You must have completed a BA or Master's degree program in related subject or field.
• You must hold Secretary of Interior Qualification (SOI) or be eligible to obtain SOI Qualification with additional experience in one of the following Architecture, Architectural History, Historic Architect, History, and Archeology.
• You must be able to obtain and maintain a Government credit card.

Special Physical Requirements

• Work is performed at a desk, walking, standing, bending, carrying light to medium objects, and in austere conditions.
• You must be able to walk, stand, and sit, for extended periods.
• You must be able to work in austere conditions and in undesirable locations. 
• Work may take place in undesirable conditions that include exposure to excessive heat, unhealthy environments, and extended hours.
• You must be able to stay in temporary housing when deployed if necessary.
• Housing accommodations may be limited and require stays in temporary structures without electricity.

Duties

• Makes recommendations to the supervisor on historic preservation policy and procedures, and program guidance and training information on historic preservation compliance issues.
• Analyzes and recommends implementation of guidance, policies, procedures, and directives to enhance historic preservation compliance strategies and further integrate considerations into the delivery of FEMA's assistance programs.

• Identifies historic resource considerations in a Preliminary Damage Assessment (PDA) and undertakings in accordance with the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA). Develops and maintains liaison with State, Tribal, and Federal resource agencies, and private sector organizations, in order to coordinate compliance issues, disseminate technical information and maintain knowledge of government-wide programs and initiatives associated with implementation of historic preservation laws and their impact on the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act, and related disaster assistance laws. 

• Provides historic preservation compliance advice to FEMA and State Emergency Management personnel and serves as subject matter expertise for review of existing materials to ensure that historic preservation compliance issues are adequately addressed.
• Provide all assistance to the supervisor and staff on assignments in support of FEMA’s disaster programs by researching historic preservation compliance requirements procedures and guidelines to effectively and expeditiously ensure compliance with appropriate historic requirements.

How you will be evaluated

Your resume must show that you meet requirements for this position. You may be found "not qualified" if you do not possess minimum competencies required for the position. To accurately credit your experience, please make sure to list the dates (from MM/DD/YY to MM/DD/YY), along with the job title and specific duties you were responsible for during each deployment and/or employment.

To qualify for this position at the IC-11 level (starting at $72,553 per year) your resume must demonstrate at least one full year of specialized experience equivalent to the IC-09 in federal service. This experience may have been gained in the federal government, a state or local government, a non-profit organization, the private sector, or as a volunteer; however, your resume must clearly describe at least one year of the following specialized experience:

1. Reviewing projects or programs to ensure compliance with environmental laws (i.e., the Endangered Species Act, National Historic Preservation Act, Clean Water Act, Clean Air Act, Coastal Barrier Resources Act, National Environmental Policy Act, Fish and Wildlife Coordination Act and Executive Orders 11988 (Floodplains), 11990 (Wetlands), and 12898 (Environmental Justice)
2. Evaluating historic properties, archaeological resources, and traditional cultural properties 
3. Developing environmental documentation, reports, or plans
4. Reviewing and making technical comments on environmental documentation prepared by stakeholders
5. Conveying environmental policy and program concepts to stakeholders and providing advice or guidance
6. Collecting data on historic preservation considerations related to potential impacts
7. Synthesizes information using EHP-related computer applications (e.g., ArcGIS, Google Earth, etc.)

Other

• All candidates must be able to deploy with little or no notice to anywhere in the United States and its territories for an extended period of time. Deployments may include working more than eight hours a day, or more than 40 hours in a given week, including weekends and holidays, and under stressful, physically demanding, and austere conditions. When activated and deployed, you serve in a federal travel status and are entitled to lodging, transportation and per diem reimbursements for authorized expenses in accordance with federal travel regulations. 
• All candidates MUST be willing to travel up to, but not limited to 320 plus days a year during the term of this appointment unless leave is authorized.
• To ensure the accomplishment of our mission, FEMA requires every employee to be reliable and trustworthy. To meet those standards, all selected applicants must undergo and successfully pass a background investigation for Public Trust as a condition of placement into this position. This may include a review of financial issues, such as delinquency, child support and/or tax obligations, as well as certain criminal offenses and illegal use or possession of drugs. 
• All candidates will be considered without regard to any non-merit reasons such as race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, lawful political affiliation, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, protected genetic information, parental status, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factors

How to Apply

Submit your resume to EHP Jobs@fema.dhs.gov. In Subject line, please put "HSSP Core Position."

• A selection panel will review resumes of all eligible applicants. A review of resumes will be on-going. We will inform you when you are being reviewed and/or selected for an interview.

Job Title: Project Manager/Senior Archaeologist
Position Type: Full-Time
Department: Archaeological Resources - Project Delivery
FLSA Status: Exempt
Location: Arizona
Rate of Pay: $70,000 to $90,000

Pinyon is different…

…and we want unique individuals to come learn, grow, and thrive within our 30-year employee-owned company. Pinyon is a purpose-driven firm that does work which matters in the communities we live; our employee-owners are encouraged to drive their career paths towards their career goals; we want you to be the next team member to experience our welcoming culture where work is rewarding.

Let us prove it!

If you're excited about this opportunity to contribute to a workplace that values diversity and fosters inclusivity, please apply, even if you think you do not fully meet the qualifications. Pinyon is a company of opportunity

About this Position

Pinyon is seeking a full-time, salaried Project Manager/Senior Archaeologist with extensive field experience in Arizona (and other four-corner states). We need someone who can work independently but also enjoys collaborating with different people, from colleagues and clients to government agencies and other partners.

In this role, you’ll be leading cultural resource surveys (Class I, II, and III), handling reports, and making sure projects stay on track for a variety of clients, including private companies and state and federal agencies. You'll also manage field crews and keep things running smoothly from start to finish.

We're seeking someone with solid project management experience who can juggle deadlines, stick to budgets, and keep projects moving forward. If you're organized, professional, and can guide teams to get the job done well, this is the perfect role for you.

This position reports to the Archaeological Resources Technical Group Manager and gives you the chance to be part of a growing, dynamic team.

Essential Responsibilities

• Leading and supervising field staff
• Recording archeological sites (precontact and historic) identified during inventory
• Preparing National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) eligibility recommendations
• Site testing for NRHP evaluations
• Monitoring fieldwork quality and reviewing paperwork/notes
• Conducting background research and preparing desktop assessments
• Analyzing artifacts
• Construction monitoring
• Writing technical reports
• Identify and record archaeological sites, artifacts, features, soil characteristics, and understand site identification, delineation, and documentation procedures

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• MS or MA degree in Anthropology or Archaeology
• Meets the Secretary of Interior’s Professional Standards and Guidelines for Archaeology (36 CFR 61)
• Permitted or immediately permittable within Arizona and familiar with AZSITE and ASM registration procedures
• Experience applying Cultural Resource Management (CRM) requirements of federal historic preservation laws and policies
• Experience and demonstrated knowledge of Section 106/ARPA compliance, NEPA, and understanding of relevant federal, state, local, and/or tribal laws and regulations
• Previous experience with federal agencies (e.g., BLM, USFS)
• Tribal consultation experience preferred
• Experience designing and managing (CRM) field surveys
• Field crew supervisory or field director experience
• Technical writing and document review experience
• Experience with Microsoft Word, Collector, Survey123 and other software programs as required
• Ability to travel
• Valid driver’s license and good driving record
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Strong verbal and written communications skills
• Employment is contingent upon the results of a background check

Application Process

To submit your resume and cover letter visit our careers page at https://pinyon-env.net/careers/, select your desired position, click 'Apply Now' on the right, and complete the submission form. For any accommodation needs during the application process, please reach out to Employee Services via email at careers@pinyon-env.com or by phone at 303.980.5200.

Application deadline: Our team will review applications upon receipt and will schedule interviews with qualified candidates. The application acceptance will stay open until we have a strong pool of candidates, or until a candidate is chosen. We appreciate the time and effort you’ve put into your application and will give each submission careful consideration.

Summary of Benefits

Pinyon offers a comprehensive range of benefits including accrued vacation, sick, and paid holidays; 100% employer paid premiums for health insurance through United Health, 100% employer paid premiums for base dental and vison insurances through MetLife; long term disability; life insurance; ESOP and employer matching 401k. Pinyon also offers several bonus programs including an overtime bonus program, profit share program, and a spot bonus program.

EEO Statement

Pinyon is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age 40 and over, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or any other applicable status protected by state or local law.

About Pinyon

Pinyon was established in 1993 by Lauren Evans, PE, and she has grown Pinyon from a one-woman outfit based out of her garage, to a thriving and growing environmental consulting firm. The firm now employs over 80 environmental professionals and support personnel and has expanded from its headquarters in Lakewood, Colorado (near Denver) to include branch offices in Loveland and Colorado Springs, Colorado, as well as a satellite office in Phoenix, Arizona. Pinyon is a client-centric environmental consulting firm that works towards collaborative solutions to advance our clients’ needs while protecting environmental health and safety. Pinyon supports private and public sector projects for commercial and industrial, energy, public works, federal, and transportation clients. Given the depth and breadth of our technical team, we are the go-to firm for permitting and compliance on the local level and looking to expand our NEPA qualifications across multiple market sectors. Pinyon is committed to continue to expand our portfolio of projects both in our current geographies and elsewhere in the United States.