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08-03-10Senior Archaeological Technician, Cooper Center Curation Facility in Santa Ana
07-11-10GS-11 or GS-12 Archaeologist, Sacramento District Corps of Engineers
06-30-10Archaeologist, Sapphos Environmental, Inc.
06-13-10Museum Director, The Imperial Valley College Desert Museum Society
06-13-10Temporary Field and Lab Technicians, PBS&J
06-10-10Collections Manager, San Diego Archaeological Center
06-02-10Archaeological Supervisors, Pacific Legacy, Inc.
06-02-10Senior Archaeological Supervisors, Pacific Legacy, Inc.

Senior Archaeological Technician
Cooper Center Curation Facility in Santa Ana


The Department of Anthropology seeks a Senior Archaeological Technician to assist in managing the archaeological collections at the Cooper Center Curation Facility in Santa Ana. Works in tandem with the Senior Paleontological Technician. Oversees students and volunteers as they process and preserve collections. Participates in accessing, cataloging, preparing collections and storing archaeological artifacts according to protocol. Assists in managing the Cooper Center Facility and the work of students and volunteers to process and preserve collections. Ensures the adherence to pertinent laws and regulations. Reports all operations/issues. Maintains site protocols. Develops exhibits and educational programs around Orange County. Assists with educational and public outreach to develop displays and talk to interested groups. Writes reports and provides assistance with external grant and contract acquisition research. Ensures accessibility of collections for external and internal research. Manages archeological database and maintains consistency within the cataloging system. Museum studies, human osteological training and NAGPRA experience. Highly organized and motivated. Masters Degree preferred. FT. Send Resume to CSUF ASC HR Dept. 2600 Nutwood Ave., Suite 275, Fullerton, CA 92831 or visit http://www.csufasc.org. EOE/AA/H/V/M/F.

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GS-11 or GS-12 Archaeologist
Sacramento District Corps of Engineers


The Sacramento District Corps of Engineers is recruiting to fill one position at either the GS-11 or GS-12 level. The announcement is posted at USAJobs and closes on July 19th. All applicants must apply through the Army Centralized Resumix system and not USAJobs. The link to Resumix and other instructions appear in the vacancy announcement. Please do not send resumes or applications directly to the Corps.

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Archaeologist
Sapphos Environmental, Inc.


Sapphos Environmental, Inc., an environmental, planning, and resource management company located in Pasadena, is currently recruiting a mid-level archaeologist to join our Cultural Resources Group. Under the supervision of the Cultural Resources Manager, this full-time, permanent position will entail project management, including management of budget, staff, and schedule; Phase I, II, and III investigations and mitigation monitoring; preparation of technical reports; analysis of project impacts on archaeological resources under NEPA, CEQA, and NHPA; coordination with local, state, and federal agencies, and mentoring of junior-level staff.

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Museum Director
The Imperial Valley College Desert Museum Society


The Imperial Valley College Desert Museum Society seeks an energetic person to serve as a Museum Director for its new archaeological museum, visitor center and curation facility. The successful candidate will have strong leadership skills as well as experience managing resources in a non-profit setting. This will be a great opportunity to develop programs and work with dedicated professionals and volunteers.

Learn more about this job here.

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Temporary Field and Lab Technicians
PBS&J


PBS&J anticipates an increasing need for part-time on-call temporary field and lab technicians for their Sacramento and San Bernardino offices. Job duties will include participating in archaeological surveys and excavations, monitoring, keeping accurate field notes, completing accurate paperwork, and entering data into databases. The applicant may also write sections of cultural resource management reports. The applicant will work closely with the PBS&J staff in San Bernardino, Sacramento, and other offices. The applicant will work with other archaeologists, scientists, and engineers on a variety of projects from both government and private industry. Although much of the work will be in California, the applicant may be asked to assist other PBS&J offices. Travel may be required.

The prospective employee must possess a B.A. or B.S. in Archaeology, Anthropology, or closely related field, have 1 year experience working in the environmental compliance or consulting industry, and have successfully completed an intensive 4-6 week archaeological field school. He or she will be detail-oriented and have good analytical, computer, writing, and communication skills. He or she will be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other staff.

Please send a cover letter expressing your interest and a resume with three references to:

Denise Jurich, RPA
Project Manager
PBS&J
1200 2nd Street
Sacramento, CA 95814
Fax: 916-325-4810
Email:

No phone calls, please.

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Collections Manager
San Diego Archaeological Center


The San Diego Archaeological Center, a curatorial, research and educational facility, has an immediate opening for a Collections Manager in the Curatorial and Research Department. The successful candidates will have a bachelors or masters in archaeology, museum studies or lab collections management experience and a willingness to work with the public, student interns and volunteers.

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Archaeological Supervisors
Pacific Legacy, Inc.


Pacific Legacy, Inc., a Cultural Resources Management firm, has immediate openings in its Berkeley, Cameron Park, Lancaster and Santa Cruz (California) offices for Archaeological Supervisors. The successful candidates will have a Masters or PhD in Anthropology/Archaeology/CRM or closely related field, preferably with a focus on the prehistoric or historical archaeology of the Great Basin and California, plus 3 years prior experience supervising CRM projects. Candidates must demonstrate familiarity with NHPA Section 106 compliance. Experience working for BLM Northern Nevada or California resource areas, and experience with Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, California Energy Commission, and California Public Utilities Commission related or similar energy projects is a plus.

The ideal candidate will:
  • have the ability to supervise, coordinate and provide direction to project team members;
  • be detail oriented;
  • successfully meet project budgets and scheduling requirements; possess research, writing and data analysis abilities sufficient to produce high quality reports;
  • proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Access as well as working knowledge of illustrator applications;
  • have experience or knowledge about GPS data collection and processing using GIS applications such as Arc View;
  • have experience working in remote areas with rough terrain and changing weather conditions for extended field sessions that involve camping.
Compensation: Salary determined based on experience. Excellent benefits.

Please send a cover letter outlining your qualifications with desired office location, and a current CV with references to welsh@pacificlegacy.com or to the mailing address below. Pacific Legacy is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Pacific Legacy, Inc.
Attn: Patricia Welsh
4919 Windplay Drive, Ste 4
El Dorado Hills, California 95762
Fax: (916) 358.5161

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Senior Archaeological Supervisors
Pacific Legacy, Inc.


Pacific Legacy, Inc., a Cultural Resources Management firm, is seeking applications for two Senior Archaeological Supervisors. The successful candidates will have a Masters or PhD in Anthropology/Archaeology/CRM or closely related field, preferable with a focus on the prehistoric or historical archaeology of the Great Basin and California, plus a minimum of 4 years CRM experience including 2 years of solid management skills, directing multiple staff working on multiple simultaneous projects. Candidates must demonstrate a strong knowledge of appropriate state and local laws, ordinances, and regulations (e.g., CEQA Guidelines; National Environmental Policy Act, Archaeological Resources Protection Act), with knowledge of and experience working with Section 106 regulations.

The ideal candidate will:
  • Have the ability to supervise, coordinate and provide direction to project team members;
  • Be detail oriented; organize and manage projects from start to close;
  • Successfully meet project budgets and scheduling requirements; possess research, writing and data analysis abilities sufficient to produce high quality reports;
  • Communicate and work effectively with client (s);
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Access as well as working knowledge of illustrator applications such as Arc View;
Compensation: Salary determined based on experience. Excellent benefits.

Please send a cover letter outlining your qualifications and a current CV with references to welsh@pacificlegacy.com or to the mailing address below. Pacific Legacy is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Pacific Legacy, Inc.
Attn: Patricia Welsh
4919 Windplay Drive, Ste 4
El Dorado Hills, California 95762
Fax: (916) 358.5161

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