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Tribal Cultural Specialist - Remote

Remote: 
Full Remote
Contract: 
Full time
Salary: 
78 - 98K yearly
Experience: 
Mid-level (2-5 years)
Work from: 
United States

Offer summary

Qualifications:

MS/MA in anthropology, history, indigenous studies or related field, 2 years of professional experience post graduation, Strong cross-cultural communication and government-to-government consultation skills, Valid driver's license or ability to obtain before start date.

Key responsabilities:

  • Review project documents for accuracy and Tribal perspectives
  • Assist in conducting Tribal consultation meetings
  • Analyze GIS system to meet Tribal requirements
  • Participate in planning and Programmatic Agreement oversight for cultural resources
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5001 - 10000 Employees
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Job description

Position Location
Remote (with traveling required)

Work Location
Position is fully remote

Research Professional Position
Yes

Posting Number
202301768AP

Position Type
Admin Professional/ Research Professional

Classification Title
Prof/Indiv Contrib III

Number of Vacancies

Work Hours/Week
40

Proposed Annual Salary Range
Annual salary range is $78,000 to $98,000. Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Employee Benefits
Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.
  • For detailed benefit plan information for eligible employees, visit https://hr.colostate.edu/hr-community-and-supervisors/benefits/benefits-eligibility/ and https://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/our-perks/.
  • For the total value of CSU benefits in addition to wages, visit https://hr.colostate.edu/total-compensation-calculator/.
  • For more information about why Fort Collins is consistently ranked in the top cities to live in, visit https://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/our-community/.

Desired Start Date

Position End Date (if temporary)

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on
10/23/2023

Description of Work Unit
CEMML is a research, education and service unit within the Warner College of Natural Resources at Colorado State University (CSU). CEMML applies the latest and most appropriate science to promote the sustainable management of natural and cultural resources on Department of Defense (DoD) and other public lands. We provide technical support, conduct applied research, and offer career development and learning opportunities to support resource stewardship. We collaborate with our sponsors and within CSU to resolve complex environmental issues, leaving a legacy of science-based decisions that sustain our resources for future generations.

To learn more about CEMML’s contributions to land management, our mission, vision, and values, visit http://www.cemml.colostate.edu/.

Position Summary
A Tribal Cultural Resources Specialist position is being advertised with the Center for Environmental Management of Military Lands (CEMML) to provide technical expertise and program support for Cultural Resources and Tribal Consultation activities associated with the Sentinel Weapon system deployment and decommissioning of the Minuteman III ICBM. This position directly supports the Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center’s Sentinel System Program Office (Sentinel SPO) and coordinates with the Air Force Civil Engineer Center, and elements of the Air Force Global Strike Command. The duty station for this position is remote/telework with occasional travel 1-5 nights per month.

The Tribal Cultural Resources Specialist, under the supervision of CEMML Cultural Resources Specialist, shall ensure a Tribal voice and perspective is incorporated into all project documents throughout the production process; assist in coordinating and conducting Tribal consultation meetings; provide technical expertise, guidance, management support, and oversight for the Sentinel SPO regarding National Historic Preservation Act Section 106/110 consultation and documentation from the perspective of Tribal governments; review project documents (work plans, schedules, and technical reports); develop Archaeological Resource Protection Act (ARPA) and/or Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA) plans of action that address inadvertent discoveries; assist in review and development of Integrated Tribal Relations Plans (ITRPs) for AFGSC installations; assist with the identification and evaluation of archaeological sites, Sites of Tribal Significance, and Traditional Cultural Properties; technical report reviews and revisions; provide technical expertise and support for media and advocacy materials; provide technical expertise in geospatial mapping related to the management of cultural resources, historic/prehistoric properties, and Tribally important resources; and develop, manage, and organize cultural resources data and associated files. As a member of the Center for Environmental Management of Military Land’s (CEMML) Sentinel Cultural Resources program, adherence to the executed Programmatic Agreement is critical. This position will routinely interface with Sentinel SPO leadership, SPO NEPA Program Managers, Cultural Resources Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), AFCEC Program Managers, Tribal Historic Preservation Officers, Traditional Cultural Specialists, and cooperators and contractors supporting the Sentinel program.

Required Job Qualifications
  • MS/MA in anthropology, history, indigenous studies, ethnic studies, or closely related field.
  • Minimum 2-years of relevant post-graduate professional experience
  • Demonstrated leadership and expertise in cross-cultural communications and government-to-government consultation.
  • Be an enrolled member of a Federally recognized American Indian Tribe.
  • Experience working with a wide range of data and information, maintaining organized details, and consistently meeting deadlines.
  • Experience conducting document reviews for technical sufficiency and compliance
  • Have a thorough understanding of most standard computer programs.
  • Experience communicating technical information clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
  • Must have a valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain a driver’s license by the employment start date.
  • The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. by proposed start date; CEMML will not provide visa sponsorship for this position.

Preferred Job Qualifications
  • The most highly qualified candidates will possess knowledge and experience in the history, cultures, and archaeology of the Great Plains; especially the cultures and histories of the 57 Tribal Nations consulting on the Sentinel Programmatic Agreement.
  • Greater than 2-years of relevant post-graduate professional experience
  • Experience with established approaches and procedures regarding Tribal consultation.
  • Familiarity with DoD government-to-government Tribal consultation procedures
  • Familiarity with federal environmental and historic preservation law and their implications for native peoples, including but not limited to the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA), the Archaeological Resources Protection Act (ARPA), the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA), The American Indian Religious Freedom Act, and Executive Order 1300.
  • Strong understanding of Department of Defense mission, and military culture in general, is preferred.
  • Working knowledge of SharePoint systems.
  • Working knowledge of ArcGIS.

Diversity Statement
Reflecting departmental and institutional values, candidates are expected to have the ability to advance the Department’s commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Essential Duties

Job Duty Category
Cultural Resource Document Review

Duty/Responsibility
  • Review project technical reports, work plans, and management summaries for accuracy and incorporation of Tribal government perspectives and a Tribal voice; ensure documents comply with project standards; and coordinate with contractor staff to update document templates.

Percentage Of Time
40

Job Duty Category
Consultation Support

Duty/Responsibility
  • Assist the Air Force in conducting consultation with consulting parties to include Tribal governments, federal & state agencies, and non-profit organizations; participate in various consultation and coordination meetings related to the project

Percentage Of Time
30

Job Duty Category
Analysis of GIS system

Duty/Responsibility
  • Conduct reviews of project SCOPE ARCGIS environment to ensure it meets requirements of Tribal governments, specifically THPOs and TCSs

Percentage Of Time
10

Job Duty Category
Planning

Duty/Responsibility
  • Participate in Sentinel cultural resource cell planning activities

Percentage Of Time
10

Job Duty Category
Programmatic Agreement Oversight

Duty/Responsibility
  • Conduct reviews of Sentinel Programmatic Agreement and Sentinel cultural resource operations to ensure compliance with the Sentinel Programmatic Agreement, the Sentinel Record of Decision, and applicable federal regulations

Percentage Of Time
10

Application Details

Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications in the announcement to be considered for hire. Apply no later than October 23, 2023, for full consideration. Mailed or emailed applications will not be accepted.

Upload each of the items below individually as a Word Document (.doc), PDF (.pdf), or Rich Text Format (.rtf). Please note that incomplete applications cannot be considered. Please remove social security numbers and birth dates from application materials. A complete application consists of:
  • Statement of Qualifications (one-page letter addressing each qualification described in the announcement) uploaded in the ‘Cover Letter’ slot.
  • Resume
  • Transcripts (for each degree earned that is listed under qualifications) uploaded in the ‘Official Transcripts’ or ‘Unofficial Transcripts’ slot.
  • Degree Conferral (copy of diploma if transcripts do not include confirmation that degree was awarded) uploaded in the ‘Other’ slot.
  • References – please include within your application contact information for 3 professional references including at least one supervisor. References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates.

CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact.

Conditions of Employment
Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires), Valid Driver’s License, Special Requirements/Other - Must be able to comply with all applicable regulations to obtain a Common Access Card (CAC). Furthermore, candidates are required at a minimum to complete a NACI/SF85 and successfully pass a federal background check to remain eligible for employment.

Search Contact
Ray Sumner: Raymond.Sumner@colostate.edu)

EEO Statement
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The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715, titleix@colostate.edu.

The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, oeo@colostate.edu.

The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University’s Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, oeo@colostate.edu.

Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to the Office of Civil Rights, Department of Education.

Background Check Policy Statement
Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

Required profile

Experience

Level of experience: Mid-level (2-5 years)
Spoken language(s):
English
Check out the description to know which languages are mandatory.

Hard Skills

World HistoryArcGIS (GIS Software)AnthropologyStakeholder ManagementCompliance RequirementsEnvironmental LawsDocument ReviewMicrosoft SharePointTechnical CommunicationNational Historic Preservation Act (NHPA)Indigenous Studies

Other Skills

  • Ability To Meet Deadlines
  • Leadership
  • Computer Literacy
  • Intercultural Communication
  • Detail Oriented
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