Some of what you will do as our Cultural Resources Division Manager,
Supervise cultural resources staff to accomplish tasks that address Agency Strategic Goals, Program directives, and Division objectives.
Provide cultural resource support for the agency’s capital budget project workload, Land Management, and other development, restoration, and acquisition activities.
Develop policies addressing the stewardship and protection of cultural resources on WDFW-managed lands or affected by WDFW activities.
Consult with Department of Archaeology and Historic Preservation (DAHP), Indian Tribes, organized constituents’ groups, other state, county, city and federal agencies regarding cultural resource policies and protection of cultural resources.
Manage the cultural resource division budget.
Manage the Department-owned cultural resources in concert with other staff who are responsible for land and/or facility management across the state.
Direct efforts to protect and perpetuate cultural resources on WDFW-managed lands or affected by WDFW activities.
Act as the agency’s Cultural Resources contact for state and federal elected officials and agencies.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Work Setting, including hazards:
90% - Office work, duties are performed in an office setting, requiring extensive computer use. Telework opportunities are subject to supervisory approval.
10% - Travel/Field work which includes working in all weather conditions, in rough terrain, riverbanks, slippery slopes, and other surfaces.
Schedule:
Position is overtime exempt and is expected to schedule their time within a typical 40-hour work week, Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
However, incumbent is expected to adjust schedule and work additional hours as needed to meet business demands and deadlines.
Some weekend and evening work may be required - a flexible work schedule may be considered at the incumbent’s request, subject to supervisory approval.
Travel Requirements:
Some travel may be required throughout the State to attend trainings, meetings, and conferences.
Occasional overnight travel may be necessary.
Qualifications
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Closely related qualifying experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-by-year basis.
Must meet the U.S. Secretary of the Interior's Professional Qualifications Standards for Archaeologist or equivalent (36CFR 61), which are:
A graduate degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, Historic Preservation, or a closely related field, with coursework in Archaeology and History.
At least four (4) months of supervised field and analytic experience in general North American studies.
Demonstrated ability to carry research through to completion (Master’s Thesis). Publications may include inventory reports, cultural resource plans, and other documents that have passed SHPO review and Tribal consultation.
A minimum of one (1) year of full-time professional experience at a supervisory level in the study of archaeological resources of the precontact or historic period.
Additional Requirements:
A minimum of five (5) years professional work experience in archaeology, historical or cultural resource research, administration, or management of which includes at least two (2) years of full-time
professional experience at a supervisory level in the study of archaeological resources.
Two (2) years of regional experience in the Pacific Northwest Coast and/or Columbia Plateau.
Demonstrated ability to review and consult on projects under state and federal laws (ex. Executive Order 21-02 and/or Section 106).
Experience consulting with Native American Tribal communities with interests in the cultural resources of the Pacific Northwest.
Demonstrated ability to analyze laws, regulations and policies that are used to assess the significance of cultural and historical resources or information (ex. National Historic Preservation Act, Executive Order 21-02).
Management and leadership skills necessary to supervise and lead professional/career employees and to work in alignment with the needs of cross-programmatic work units.
Long-term planning, budget development and monitoring, establishing work unit goals and objectives.
Strong communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
Independent decision-making skills in response to internal and external agency issues.
Proven ability to manage budgets and proven fiscal responsibility.
Certifications:
Valid Driver’s License.
Special Requirements/Conditions of Employment:
Must have the qualifications to acquire professional level access to WA DAHP’s WISAARD database.
Must be able to pass a background check – working with at-risk populations and accessing restricted areas (e.g., McNeil Island, Yakima Training Center).
Must be able to meet the minimum professional requirements to hold a Washington State Archaeological Site Excavation and Alteration Permit (RCW 27.53.030 (11) and Chapter 25-48 (20.4) WAC.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Knowledge of:
Washington State cultural resources.
Contract preparation and administration.
Experience with:
Contributing to and using DAHP’s database (WISAARD).
Volunteers and/or public archaeology.
Applied Ethnography, particularly in the area of Ethnobotany/Traditional Use of Natural Resources.
ArcGIS spatial analysis and database management.
Virtual meetings and Microsoft suite.
Ability to:
Collaborate effectively across complex, cross-programmatic work units.
CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT:
As a result of Gov. Jay Inslee’s Proclamation 21-14 (Download PDF reader) issued on August 9, 2021, all Washington State Agencies are requiring employees to be fully vaccinated with the COVID-19 vaccine as a condition of your employment. Pursuant to this mandate, you will be required to provide proof of vaccination as a part of the hiring process. Please do not upload your vaccination documentation with your application materials - your vaccination status will be verified by your supervisor prior to your first day of work. Exemptions may be granted for religious or medical purposes.
Supplemental Information
Please note: Failure to follow the instructions below may lead to disqualification.
In order to successfully apply for this position, you MUST complete your profile at www.careers.wa.gov and attach the following to your profile before completing the online application:
A cover letter describing how you meet the qualifications of this position (Generic cover letter will not be accepted).
A current resume.
Three professional references.
IMPORTANT NOTES:
The Department of Fish and Wildlife’s priority during the Covid-19 health crisis is to keep our staff, candidates, and the public safe. We are hiring and encourage you to apply to open positions. We have transitioned to a virtual recruitment process, to include web-based interviews.
All new employees must complete an Employment Eligibility Verification Form (I-9 Form) on their first day of work. If hired for this or any position at WDFW, you will be required to provide documentation proving you are eligible to work in the United States. For a list of acceptable documents, please use the following link: https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents
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