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Archaeologist II | North Dakota DOT
Environmental and Transportation Services, Bismarck, ND
If you are looking to make a difference and drive your success, you have come to the right place. As the number one Department of Transportation (DOT) in highway performance and cost-effectiveness in the nation, there is no better time for you to join our team where the work you do along with our mission to safely move people and goods positively impacts the citizens and the traveling public in North Dakota.
We are looking for a candidate with a passion to help the citizens in our great state and have fun doing it. We offer rewarding work opportunities with a competitive employee benefits package including a fully paid family health insurance plan, paid leave, retirement plan options, work-life balance/flexibility, an infant at-work program, tuition reimbursement, and more!
NDDOT Hiring Salary: $5,840 / month
This position is eligible for telework from Bismarck, North Dakota with in-person work duties and meetings required.
Summary of Work
At the North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT), we owe our success to our Team and processes. As an Archaeologist II in our Environmental & Transportation Services Division, you will be responsible for on-system project S.106, tribal consultation, and professional expertise. This position works for a conclusion to 106 review for on-system projects so that these projects can proceed and get Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) and other approvals as needed. This position will work with our regional tribal partners to fulfill National Historic Preservation Act (NDPA) compliance requirements.
The ideal person for this position will be a problem solver with excellent communication skills and attention to detail with previous experience in evaluation of cultural resources and communicating with federal and state agencies and our regional/ tribal partners. You will be responsible for providing cultural resource expertise to the Department for on-system project issues, as well as public education on cultural resources.
Primary duties associated with this position are as follows:
Professional Technical Expertise
- Interpret and implement cultural resource laws and regulations.
- Provide input on cultural resource issues affecting design, technical, and field problems related to engineering projects.
- Prepare and present to NDDOT employees on important cultural resource issues.
- Manage project cultural resource compliance.
- Assess effects to Historic Properties.
Represent the Department on Cultural Resource Issues
- Consult with the ND State Historic Preservation Office, Tribal Historic Preservation Office, and other applicable agencies relative to the NDPA.
- Provide public education presentations on cultural resources.
- Consult with city, county, and federal employees/officials, engineering firms, and archaeological contractors and other stakeholders regarding cultural resource issues on federal transportation projects.
- Assist in conferring with FHWA on compliance issues.
Native American Consultation
- Implement, conduct, and represent the NDDOT for the Tribal Consultation Committee (TCC).
- Consult with Native American tribes relative to the National Historic Preservation Act (NDPA).
- Work to identify tribes with an interest in cultural resources in North Dakota and formalize agreements with tribes on consultation issues.
- Coordinate consultation with the FHWA.
Historic Bridge Inventory/Website
- Implement the NDDOT Historic Bridge Inventory and Website ensuring that bridge information and reports are current.
- Maintain and update the website.
Material Source Certificate of Approval (COA)
- Implement the COA process for material source approval requests.
- Maintain database of material source locations, COAs, and environmental resources.
- Use GIS technology in maintaining information on material source locations and environmental resources.
- Coordinate material source locations with the US Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) relative to wetland easements and threatened and endangered species.
Minimum Qualifications
Master’s degree in archaeology, anthropology, or closely related field plus:
- Two years of full-time experience or equivalent specialized training in archaeological research, administration, or management.
- One year of supervised field and analytic experience in general North American archaeology.
Demonstrated ability to carry research to completion, usually documented through the completion of reports of such work.
Requires a class D driver’s license for travel to meetings and project locations.
Excellent communication skills, speaking and written, attention to detail, and ability to multitask and prioritize workload.
Requires satisfactory completion of the interview process and a verifiable record of satisfactory performance in previous employment.
About Team ND
"Far and away the best prize life offers is the chance to work hard at work worth doing." - Theodore Roosevelt
More than 7,500 talented, hard-working people across sixty-three agencies have come together as Team North Dakota. At Team ND, we are driven to succeed through gratitude, humility, curiosity and courage. Our purpose is to empower people, improve lives, and inspire success. Join us in being legendary.
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Application Procedures
Submit an application at www.nd.gov/careers by 11:59 P.M. CST on the closing date. Application materials, including resume, cover letter, and transcript, must clearly explain how experience and education relate to the minimum qualifications and job duties.* Applicants who experience difficulties during the application process should contact recruiter@nd.gov or 701.328.3290.
*Candidates will be scored on a 100-point candidate questionnaire to be considered for interviews. Application materials, including resumes and attachments, are not considered in the 100-point candidate questionnaire. Applicants must provide detail in their responses to the questionnaire.
For more information or if you need accommodation or assistance in the application or selection process, contact Mallory Green, Talent Acquisition Manager, at malgreen@nd.gov or 701.328.2651. Learn more about NDDOT at https://www.dot.nd.gov/.
TTY users may use Relay North Dakota at 711 or 1-800-366-6888.
NDDOT does not provide sponsorships.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The State of North Dakota and this hiring agency do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), genetics, religion, age or disability in employment or the provisions of services and complies with the provisions of the North Dakota Human Rights Act.
As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. § 23-12-10.
Assistant State Archaeologist | History Nebraska State Archaeology Office
The History Nebraska State Archeology Office seeks a motivated and quality-focused cultural resources professional to lead the Nebraska Highway Archeology Program (HAP) as the Assistant State Archeologist. Under direction of the Nebraska State Archeologist, this position is accountable for the planning, organization, implementation, and evaluation of all Program components and supervision of the HAP team. The Assistant State Archeologist also serves as the primary liaison between History Nebraska and the Nebraska Department of Transportation. This position provides a unique supervisory opportunity to manage a dynamic team dedicated to identifying and protecting Nebraska’s archeological resources and making Nebraska’s cultural history available to all.
To apply, visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/nebraska/jobs/4012355/assistant-state-archeologist
Archaeologist/Laboratory Director | Wapsi Valley Archaeology, Inc. (Open until filled)
Type of Employment: Full Time, Professional
Location: Anamosa, Iowa
Salary: $47,000 - $60,000, plus benefits
Background Information
Wapsi Valley Archaeology, Inc. of Anamosa, Iowa, is accepting applications for an Archaeologist/Laboratory Director to join our research team in Anamosa, Iowa. We are about to launch extensive data recovery excavations in Des Moines, Iowa, as well as major archaeological projects in Minnesota and North Dakota. We seek an individual with strong analysis skills, supervisory skills, writing skills, and knowledge of both precontact and historic-era artifact assemblages.
The position will involve management of artifact processing and supervision of analysis of large archaeological assemblages, assistance with report preparation, and archaeological fieldwork.
Candidate Requirements
- M.A. in Anthropology, Archaeology, or a closely related field, or equivalent experience.
- Experience with archaeological analysis, including artifact analysis of both precontact and historic artifact assemblages, preferably from the upper Midwest and/or Plains regions.
- Strong writing skills are desired.
- Strong organizational and management skills. Ability to teach and supervise laboratory staff.
- Applicants with specialized skills, such as faunal analysis, lithic analysis, ethnobotanical analysis, GIS, etc. are encouraged to apply.
- We are looking for a team player who loves archaeology, wants to learn and teach others, and has a strong work ethic. The position will present many opportunities for professional development and growth.
About Wapsi Valley Archaeology, Inc.
Wapsi Valley Archaeology, Inc. is a full-service cultural resource services firm based in historic downtown Anamosa, Iowa. We offer the full range of services and professional assistance for all phases of archaeological and historical investigations. Our study range covers portions of the Upper Midwest including Iowa, Minnesota, Illinois, Wisconsin, and North Dakota. Our goal is to provide excellence in services to our clients. For more information about us, visit our website at http://wapsivalleyarch.com.
Wapsi Valley Archaeology, Inc. does not discriminate on the grounds of race, religion, age, creed, physical or mental disability, color, sex, actual or perceived gender orientation/identity, ethnicity, national origin, familial status, or protected veteran status in its employment practices, in the selection and retention of subconsultants, and in its procurement of materials and leases. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, actual or perceived gender orientation, national origin, age, creed, physical or mental disability, ethnicity, ancestry, familial status, or protected veteran status, or otherwise as required by law.
How to Apply
Please send your resume/CV and a list of three references to: Employment@wapsivalleyarch.com. Call Nurit Finn at (319) 462-4760 if you have questions or would like more information about the position.
Field Archaeologists Wanted for Phase III Data Recovery Excavations in Des Moines, Iowa | Wapsi Valley Archaeology
(Precontact through Historic Components
April 17 – August 4, 2023
Type of Employment: Full-Time Hourly, Seasonal
Hourly Rates: $20.00-$22.00/hour
Meals Per Diem for Non-Local Staff: $288.00 per week
We will cover lodging expenses; extended stay included if needed
Work Hours: Monday – Friday, 10-Hour Days
Non-salaried staff will receive overtime pay (time and a half) for all hours worked over 40 hours per week
Background Information
Wapsi Valley Archaeology, Inc. of Anamosa, Iowa, is accepting applications for Field Archaeologists to join our team to complete extensive data recovery excavations in Des Moines, Iowa. This is a site of major importance that contains late precontact (Oneota) and pre-settlement and early settlement historic components.
The project will run this spring and summer for approximately 16 weeks beginning April 17, 2023. Some staff members may be retained to assist with laboratory work or other field projects beyond the duration of the excavations.
Candidate Requirements
- B.A. or B.S. in Anthropology, Archaeology, or a closely related field, or equivalent experience.
- Completion of archaeological field school or equivalent archaeological excavation experience required at minimum. Additional field experience desirable.
- Experience with both precontact and historic archaeological excavations and artifact assemblages a plus
- We are looking for motivated staff who love archaeology, want to learn, and have a strong work ethic and a willingness to work in varying field conditions.
About Wapsi Valley Archaeology, Inc.
Wapsi Valley Archaeology, Inc. is a full-service cultural resource services firm based in historic downtown Anamosa, Iowa. We offer the full range of services and professional assistance for all phases of archaeological and historical investigations. Our study range covers portions of the Upper Midwest including Iowa, Minnesota, Illinois, Wisconsin, and North Dakota. Our goal is to provide excellence in services to our clients. For more information about us, visit our website at http://wapsivalleyarch.com.
Wapsi Valley Archaeology, Inc. does not discriminate on the grounds of race, religion, age, creed, physical or mental disability, color, sex, actual or perceived gender orientation/identity, ethnicity, national origin, familial status, or protected veteran status in its employment practices, in the selection and retention of subconsultants, and in its procurement of materials and leases. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, actual or perceived gender orientation, age, creed, physical or mental disability, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, familial status, or protected veteran status, or otherwise as required by law.
How to Apply
Please send your resume/CV, a list of three references, and the dates you are available to: Employment@wapsivalleyarch.com. Call Michael Finn at (319) 462-4760 if you have questions or would like more information about the project.
Blackwater Draw Collections Specialist | Eastern New Mexico University
Eastern New Mexico University is hiring a Blackwater Draw Collections Specialist. This person will assist Blackwater Draw staff in managing the operational and personnel management activities of the Archaeological Site, Museum, and collections repositories.
For more information and to apply, visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/enmu/jobs/3784215/blackwater-draw-collections-specialist.
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