Cultural Resources Program Lead - Great Basin Institute
Sophia King
GBI Cultural Resources Program Lead Description: The Great Basin Institute seeks a dynamic professional to engage in program development in the context of a mission-driven environmental non-profit organization. Current programmatic projects include active partnerships with the National Park Service (Bryce Canyon, Death Valley, Great Basin, Lassen Volcano, Joshua Tree, Sequoia-Kings Canyon, Yellowstone, Yosemite, Zion National Parks, and the Alaska Regional Office) and the US Forest Service (Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit, and the Tahoe, Eldorado, Sequoia, and Stanislaus National Forests), among other units/entities. The Cultural Resources Program Lead is responsible for ensuring projects adhere to compliance with state and federal antiquities laws, including the National Historic Preservation Act, and the National Environmental Policy Act. Developing scopes of work, responses to requests for proposals, and the selection, management, and oversight of contracted archaeological consultants and staff are also key responsibilities of this position. The Lead provides technical assistance and staff support to operations and is a coordinating member of project teams placed to perform a wide range of activities including survey, testing, artifact analysis, environmental documentation, tribal consultation, and report preparation. The Lead is also involved in outreach activities to highlight the Institute’s commitment to the management and conservation of cultural resources, and to engender stewardship activities through education. Works under minimal supervision, with extensive latitude for use of initiative and independent judgment. Performs additional duties as assigned. Working Conditions:
Qualifications: Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master's degree in Anthropology, Archeology, Historic Preservation or related field. Certification: Register of Professional Archaeologists.
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Location: Based at GBI offices in Reno or Las Vegas, NV, or remotely as mutually agreed. How to Apply: Please follow the link to apply directly through our online portal: https://www.vscyberhosting.com/greatbasin/careers.aspx?rf=SHOVEL&req=2020-GBI-007 The Great Basin Institute conforms to all the laws, statutes, and regulations concerning equal employment opportunities and affirmative action. We strongly encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply to all of our job openings. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, age, disability status, Genetic Information & Testing, Family & Medical Leave, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We prohibit retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer or the government, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint or otherwise oppose discrimination. The Great Basin Institute advances environmental research, education, and service throughout the west. The institute promotes applied research and ecological literacy through community engagement and agency partnerships to support national parks, forests, open spaces and public lands.
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