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Position: Historical Archaeologist, ICF InternationalRequisition # NCR-08-56/49890808018Location: Sacramento, CA Job Type: Full-time Company URL: http://www.icfi.com Apply online ICF International has joined forces with Jones & Stokes, one of the premier multidisciplinary environmental consulting firms in the western United States. For nearly 40 years, Jones & Stokes has supported a broad mix of federal, state, and local government and private-sector clients on infrastructure improvement projects, restoration and planning projects, and compliance with mandated government programs. ICF Jones & Stokes provides an array of integrated services in environmental planning and natural resource management, especially in the transportation, water, energy, and natural resources sectors. ICF Jones & Stokes’ Web site is www.jonesandstokes.com. We are seeking a full-time Senior Historical Archaeologist to work out of our Sacramento office. In this role, you will be responsible for research, recordation, evaluation, and preparing technical reports and other professional work products in compliance with Section 106 of the NHPA and CEQA. The ideal candidate will have excellent writing and organizational skills; experience with a wide range of resource types; and will bring a unique skill set to the historical resources tea. The ability to work within a team atmosphere and to meet project deadlines is a must, as is the ability to delegate work and mentor junior staff. A masters degree in Archaeology, history or related field and 5 years of relevant experience required. ICF offers an excellent benefits package, an award winning talent development program, and fosters a highly skilled, energized and empowered work force. To apply for this opportunity, please visit our new Global Career Center: https://jobs.icfi.com where you can indicate your interest in this position or others, or refer your friends to opportunities with ICF International. ICF International is an equal opportunity employer. Position: Principal Archaeologist, The Presidio TrustServes as director of the Presidio Archaeology Program which includes Excavation & Analysis; Curation & Exhibition; Research & Publication; Site Preservation & Interpretation; and Education & Outreach. Responsible for making significant contributions to execution of long-term strategic and annual archaeological goals; providing expertise and direction for compliance with NEPA and Section 106 of the NHPA in support of major projects and planning initiatives; planning for the future Presidio Archaeology Center at the Main Post, a facility that will build on existing programs that currently support a number of volunteer, visitor, and educational opportunities. Has significant responsibilities for developing public presentations and scholarly publications that are engaging and effectively communicate the Archaeology Center's goals, research, and findings to multiple audiences. Directly supervises an archeologist and curator; indirectly supervises undergraduate and graduate student interns, volunteers, and contractors. Full time position with benefits.Requires graduate degree in anthropology with specialization in historical archaeology and preferred emphasis in Spanish-colonial period cultures and 19th century US military communities, with firm understanding of prehistoric material culture and peoples of California and Bay Area; 10 years of full-time professional experience in the study of the historic period, including archaeological research, administration, and/or management; field and analytic experience in general North American archaeology, and demonstrated ability to carry research to completion; extensive knowledge and experience with federal preservation laws/regulations, including consultation experience with professional staff at the SHPO and ACHP; ability to develop methodologies/work plans to conduct inventory, evaluation, treatment and preservation of archaeological resources under Sections 106 and 110 of the NHPA, and ability and training to interpret and implement relevant sections of the ARPA and the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act; demonstrated experience in developing creative treatment plans in collaboration for the preservation/interpretation of archaeological sites; ability to develop engaging publications and presentations of archaeological data that is easily understood and shared effectively with others; knowledge and demonstrated application of management and leadership acquired through on the job experience for program management and the administration of budgets, contracting, and personnel; ability to prepare scopes of work for archaeological services and government cost estimates, and to manage contractors and review their technical submittals and invoices; and current 40-hour HAZWOPER certification required for monitoring/excavation of archaeological resources associated with environmental remediation projects. Majority of field work is performed by subordinate staff, students, and contractors, but some work may require strenuous activity including walking transects on uneven terrain, excavating, and lifting/carrying heavy objects. Human Resources Presidio Trust PO Box 29052 San Francisco, CA 94129-0052 (415) 561-5405 jobs@presidiotrust.gov Position: Director of Heritage and Cultural Programs, The Presidio TrustDevelops, implements, and manages innovative, robust, state-of-the-art heritage and culture program that engages a broad spectrum of individuals from the community and across the nation. Oversees development, organization, and operation of Presidio heritage and culture program; manages development and operation of Presidio Heritage Orientation Center to meet informational needs of park visitors; manages development/operation of Archaeology Lab to provide direct support to all phases of the Trust's archaeology program; engages local, regional and national partners to help create heritage and cultural programs of national distinction; interfaces with National Park Service, Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy, and other partner organizations to effectively coordinate work on and support for heritage and cultural programs; implements Presidio art policy, managing Presidio collection, and ensuring ongoing conservation of works of art and artifacts; works with other Trust departments; participates in community outreach efforts concerning heritage and cultural programs; collaborates on the development of an advertising/marketing and outreach campaign for heritage and cultural programs; supports Trust philanthropic undertakings and develops written materials and presentations for use in fundraising; meets with prospective donors; manages multiple agreements/ contracts, determines skills needed for externally contracted resources, and manages or delegates management of externally contracted resources; develops and presents information to the Board of Directors, Trust management officials, and other staff teams; prepares a business plan, 5-year plan, and budget, and determines department staffing needs; manages and disseminates master schedules for Heritage and Cultural Programs-related projects and programs; represents the Trust at public meetings, conferences, professional meetings and in other public forums; and directly supervises 6-10 employees. Full time position with benefits.Requires solid background in history/heritage and/or cultural programming, including a bachelors degree (masters preferred) and minimum of 10 years experience in heritage or cultural programs field or any similar combination of education and experience; AND a minimum of 5 years in a managerial position with staff supervision and budget responsibility. Must be experienced at assembling and overseeing a creative team, with sound organizational skills and proven track record in creating new institutions; comfortable/effective working in a group environment requiring team building, flexible multi-tasking and careful time and expense management; able to create a user-friendly facility that combines educational and entertainment elements in ways that communicate ideas and engage visitors of all ages; politically adept and astute at dealing with the community's multiple stakeholders, and possess knowledge and experience building community relations and partnerships with other key organizations. Computer literacy is required. Eric Blind, Senior Archaeologist Presidio Trust PO Box 29052 San Francisco, CA 94129-0052 415-561-5091 eblind@presidiotrust.gov Position: California Archaeologist, UCSBThe UCSB Department of Anthropology invites applications for a position in archaeology, rank open, beginning July 1, 2009. We seek a scholar specializing in the archaeology of California with strong preference for someone who works on the Santa Barbara Channel Islands and the Santa Barbara region generally. The successful candidate will employ an ecological theoretical perspective and have the ability to manage the terminal MA program and the undergraduate internship program in California as well as supervising the Repository and Central Coast Information Center. Teaching will include both undergraduate and graduate courses, including an undergraduate class on North American Indians (ANTH 131). We are also seeking someone willing to offer an archaeological field school on a rotating basis with one other faculty member. Applicants must have completed the Ph.D. by the date of the appointment. Please send a letter detailing research and teaching experience and plans, a curriculum vita, and names and contact information for three references to Professor Michael Jochim, Chair, Archaeology Search Committee, Department of Anthropology, UCSB, Santa Barbara, CA 93106-3210.Applications should be postmarked on or before November 14, 2008. The department is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through research, teaching and service. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Laboratory Director, Cultural Resources Specialist, Analytical Environmental Services (AES)Analytical Environmental Services (AES), a Sacramento based environmental consulting firm, seeks a Cultural Resources Specialist to work with local Tribal clients. Requirements include:
AES is based in Sacramento, California. We offer competitive pay and benefits, and opportunities for advancement. AES is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To apply for this position, please submit a resume and a cover letter stating your interest and qualifications to Barbara Stabell at the address provided below. Submittals via e-mail are preferred; no telephone calls, please. AES is an equal opportunity employer. Postal mail: Analytical Environmental Services Attn: Barbara Stabell 1801 7th St., Suite 100 Sacramento, CA 95811 Email:bstabell@analyticalcorp.com Archaeological Field Technicians, EDAWEDAW, a world leader in planning and environmental compliance is seeking to hire field archaeologists for projects presently ongoing in the Sacramento region. Successful applicants for field technician positions must have at least a B.A. in anthropology or a closely related field and several years of survey, testing and/or excavation experience. Project(s) duration is uncertain but likely at least until the end of 2008 and possibly into 2009 and beyond. All applicants must be in good physical condition and capable of working outdoors under often adverse conditions. All applicants must work well within a team-oriented environment. Highly competitive pay and per diem arrangements are available. For further information and to submit resumes please contact Charlane Gross.Position: Archaeologist, LSALocation: CarlsbadLSA is a diversified environmental, transportation, and community planning firm with California offices in Berkeley, Carlsbad, Fresno, Irvine, Palm Springs, Point Richmond, Riverside, Rocklin, San Luis Obispo, and South San Francisco, and one office in Fort Collins, Colorado. The staff at LSA includes experts in environmental analysis, transportation planning and engineering, biology and wetlands, habitat restoration, resource management, geographic information systems (GIS), community and land planning, landscape architecture, archaeology and paleontology, water quality, noise, and air quality. LSA is recognized as innovators in the field of environmental impact assessment and have developed a reputation among clients and professional peers in both the public and private sectors as being thorough, innovative, and objective. We are actively seeking an Archaeologist in our Carlsbad, California office. This is an hourly position (Project Hire) and will report to the supervisor of that department. Job Duties and Responsibilities: The candidate will be responsible for monitoring and trenching in the City of San Diego. Qualifications:
Office Manager resumes.carlsbad@lsa-assoc.com Fax (760) 918-2458 Visit LSA’s web site, www.lsa-assoc.com, and discover why LSA is a great place to work. LSA is an EOE/AA. Position: Senior Archaeologist, EDAWEDAW Inc., a world leader in Landscape Architecture, Planning, and Environmental Services has an immediate opening for a Senior Archeologist in our Sacramento office. EDAW is known for innovation, high quality work, attentive client service, and a collegial office culture. Our projects are varied and challenging. EDAW emphasizes excellence in its work and attention to professional advancement for its staff.The position involves oversight of a variety of archaeological, built-environment, ethnographic, and historic preservation projects primarily in northern and central California. Responsibilities include preparing proposals and client presentations, developing new business opportunities, managing and directing field and research projects, and presenting findings in reports and publications, and at professional conferences. The successful applicant is expected to be active in professional societies and to become active in EDAW inter-office collaboration. Skill Requirements: Strategic leader, approachable team player, willingness to serve as “sounding board” for colleagues, commitment to high quality client service, ability to multi-task. Experience Requirements: Minimum five to seven years of professional supervisory experience in cultural resources management. Excellent writing and communication skills; working knowledge of Section 106 and CEQA; Native American relations and consultation; experience with federal and state agencies; established professional network; track record of professional presentations and publications highly desirable; research interests in western North American prehistory or historical archaeology. Education: Advanced degree in archaeology/anthropology (Ph.D. strongly preferred); Register of Professional Archaeologists. Other: This is a permanent full-time position. Successful applicant must be willing to relocate to the Sacramento region; some travel necessary. Please send resumes and inquiries to Dr. Brian Ludwig – brian.ludwig@edaw.com. Position: Archaeological Technician-Supervisor, EDAWEDAW Inc., a world leader in Landscape Architecture, Planning, and Environmental Services, has an immediate opening for an Archaeological Technician/Supervisor in our Sacramento office. EDAW is known for innovation, high quality work, attentive client service, and a collegial office culture. Our projects are varied and challenging. EDAW emphasizes excellence in its work and attention to professional advancement for its staff.The position involves participation in and some supervision of a variety of archaeological, built-environment, ethnographic, and historic preservation projects primarily in northern and central California. Responsibilities include field survey, testing, excavation, historical research, processing and analyzing artifactual materials, and contributions to reports and environmental compliance documents. Skill Requirements: Experience in all aspects of archaeological field work; familiarity with applicable state and federal cultural resources regulations; strong writing and oral communication skills; proficiency with Microsoft Office; GIS technology; approachable team player; commitment to high quality service; ability to multi-task. Other duties may be assigned; this document is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities. Experience Requirements: Minimum two to five years of professional experience in cultural resources management. Education: Undergraduate or graduate degree in archaeology/anthropology (M.A. strongly preferred). Other: This is a permanent full-time position. Successful applicant must be willing to relocate to the Sacramento region; some travel necessary. The successful applicant is expected to be active in professional societies. Please send resume and inquiries to Dr. Brian Ludwig – brian.ludwig@edaw.com. Position: Archaeologist, Southern California Edison(Job Ref# JP33039-JG)Location: Rosemead Basic Qualifications: The successful candidate must possess four years experience conducting and managing archaeological projects in an applied context. Knowledge of state and federal regulations protecting cultural resources is required, including the National Historic Preservation Act, NEPA, CEQA, California Health and Safety Code Section 7050.5, Archaeological Resources Protection Act, 36 CFR 800, and NAGPRA, coupled with a working knowledge of the state and federal agencies implementing these regulations and their processes for acquiring permits or project approvals. General Job Requirements: The successful candidate must possess a Bachelors Degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, History, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Register of Professional Archaeologist Certification or equivalent education and experience for certification. Demonstrated experience with performing archaeological field inventories and significance assessments. Demonstrated excellent written and oral communication skills. Demonstrated organizational and leadership experience. Demonstrated ability to validate and accurately analyze information, and make sound decisions that have considerable business impact. Demonstrated the ability to interface effectively and collaborate with clients, peers, management, and vendors to successfully meet needs of company. Demonstrated ability to motivate self and others to overcome obstacles and achieve goals. Demonstrated experience with heritage resource databases. California and/or desert southwest experience. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Preferred Skills: Master's Degree in Archaeology or related field. Four plus years experience managing archaeology projects in an applied setting (e.g., government agency, consultant) California experience. Typical Responsibilities: This position supports environmental compliance and assessment activities for all SCE Business Units and is a major player preparing regulatory applications and acquiring permits in support of the Company facility licensing, capital infrastructure build-up, and operation and maintenance activities. Typical responsibilities include: preparing archaeological assessments, evaluating project effects, developing mitigation plans, overseeing consultant and contract archaeologist performing similar tasks; interfacing and negotiating with regulatory and other resource and project development peers, Corporate Environment Health & Safety (CEH&S), Business Unit management, and other support organization staff (e.g, Law Dept., CRE, Procurement, Public Affairs) as a member of a team or team leader; reviewing legislative and regulation proposals and provide recommendations to CEH&S management; participating in group planning and budgeting; advising Biological and Archeological Resources Group and CEH&S management of present and emerging heritage resource issues that could affect Corporate operation and new project development activities; performing archaeological field inventories and significance assessments, consulting heritage resource databases such as the California Historical Resources Inventory System and published and unpublished literature, and prepares technical reports and strategic plans; preparing and delivering environmental compliance training to inform and guide Business Unit O&M activities. If you are interested in this position, please submit your resume in confidence by visiting www.edisonjobs.com. Edison International is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Position: Facilities Siting Planner, California Energy CommissionTo apply for a job, it is necessary to be on the Energy Commission’s Planner I $4,400-$5,348, or Planner II $4,833-5,874 eligibility list, or already employed by the State of California in a position that can lateral into a Planner position. The testing for the Planner exams will be conducted on a continuous basis. For more information regarding these exams, check the Energy Commission website at http://www.energy.ca.gov/careers/exams.html.Although our job announcements are energy-specific, we actually need people with majors (MA or MS is very desirable) and experience in Archaeology (prehistoric and historic), Anthropology, Cultural Resources Management, Architectural History and History, or related fields. To find out what we do, please call Dorothy Torres (916) 653-3992, Beverly Bastian (916) 654-4840, Michael McGuirt (916), or the Biological/Cultural Unit supervisor, Rick York, at (916) 654-3945. Position: Archaeologist/Cultural Resource Specialist, Opus EnvironmentalOpus Environmental is a small environmental consulting firm located in Palo Alto. We are looking to fill an immediate opening for a fulltime Archaeologist/Cultural Resource Specialist. The position responsibilities include research, survey work, impacts analysis, significance evaluation, testing, permit assessment, report preparation, and monitoring. A master’s degree in archaeology, cultural resource management, or a similar field is required. A minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar role is required. The successful candidate must be physically able to conduct archaeological field surveys in potentially rugged terrain. Additionally, the successful candidate must have a thorough understanding of the laws and regulations pertaining to cultural resource management and protection. Candidates must have excellent written and communication skills. Candidates must meet the requirements of the Secretary of Interior’s Professional Qualification Standards. Interested candidates should submit a résumé with a brief cover letter or cover email electronically to hr@opusenvironmental.com.Position: Senior Cultural Resources Manager (History/Architectural History), LSALSA’s Riverside office is seeking an architectural historian or historian to work as a Senior Cultural Resources Manager. The selected individual will work with the LSA team during all phases of cultural resources management with a focus on managing projects with complex regulatory (state and federal) and/or resource issues. The selected candidate will: (1) work with clients and agencies; (2) manage budgets and schedules; (3) direct personnel; (4) oversee fieldwork and research; (5) write reports; and (6) prepare proposals. Projects can be multidisciplinary, involving cultural resources management, prehistoric and historical archaeology, history, architectural history, traditional cultural properties, and all phases of environmental planning.The candidate should have the following qualifications or equivalent: at least an MA or MS in History, Historic Preservation, Cultural Resources Management, or a closely related field, with an emphasis in architectural history or history. The candidate should have a minimum of 10 years of experience, including historic field surveys, context statements, and supervision of archival and field research and reporting, as well as previous project management experience, with an ability to work on multiple projects. Experience in California cultural resources management with a working knowledge of federal and State cultural resources regulatory compliance is preferred. Preferred candidate will meet the U.S. Secretary of the Interior’s Professional Qualifications for a historian and or architectural historian. Please send your resume with a cover letter summarizing your qualifications, experience, and specialities to: Lori Ufondu LSA Associates, Inc. 1500 Iowa Avenue, Suite 200 Riverside, CA 92507 Fax: (951) 781-4277 Or send via e-mail to: lori.ufondu@lsa-assoc.com. Position: Architectural Historian/Historian (Senior Cultural Resources Manager), LSALSA’s Irvine office is seeking an Architectural Historian/Historian to work as a Senior Cultural Resources Manager. The selected individual will work with the LSA team during all phases of cultural resources management, with a focus on managing projects with complex regulatory (state and federal) and/or resource issues. The selected candidate will: (1) work with clients and agencies; (2) manage budgets and schedules; (3) direct personnel; (4) oversee fieldwork and research; (5) write reports; and, (6) prepare proposals. Projects can be multidisciplinary, involving cultural resources management, prehistoric and historical archaeology, traditional cultural properties, and all phases of environmental planning.The candidate should have the following qualifications or equivalent: at least an M.A./M.S. in Historic Preservation, History, Cultural Resources Management, or other closely related field, with an emphasis in architectural history or history. The candidate should have a minimum of 10 years of experience, including historic field surveys, context statements, and supervision of archival and field research and reporting, as well as previous project management experience, with an ability to work on multiple projects. Experience in California cultural resources management with a working knowledge of federal and state cultural resources regulatory compliance is preferred. Preferred candidate will meet the U.S. Secretary of the Interior’s Professional Qualifications for an Architectural Historian or Historian. Please send your resume with a cover letter summarizing your qualifications, experience, and specialities to: LSA Associates, Inc. Human Resources 20 Executive Park, Suite 200 Irvine, CA 92614 Or send via e-mail to: employment@lsa-assoc.com. Position: Principal Investigator/Paleontologist, LSALSA’s Carlsbad office is seeking a Paleontologist who has a minimum of 10 years of experience (the majority of which is in San Diego County) in the supervision of field identification and recovery, laboratory preparation, cataloging and scientific identification, transfer for storage, reporting, and previous project management experience, including the ability to work on multiple projects. The selected candidate must have a working relationship with the San Diego Natural History Museum and must be recognized by the Museum as a qualified Principal Investigator. The selected individual will work with the LSA team during all project phases with a focus on managing projects with complex regulatory (state and federal) and/or resource issues. The selected candidate will: (1) work with clients and agencies; (2) manage budgets and schedules; (3) direct personnel; (4) oversee field and laboratory work; (5) write reports; and (6) prepare proposals. Projects can be multidisciplinary, involving cultural resources management and biology. Fieldwork will occur primarily in San Diego County.Candidates should have at least an M.S. in Paleontology or a closely related field, such as geology or paleobiology. Candidates must have proven knowledge of San Diego County paleontology and geology and have documented experience in professional paleontological procedures and techniques. Compensation will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Please send a cover letter and resume to: LSA Associates, Inc. Attn: Office Manager 703 Palomar Airport Road, Suite 260 Carlsbad, CA 92011 Fax: (760) 918-2458 Or send via e-mail to: resumes.carlsbad@lsa-assoc.com. |
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