ARCHAEOLOGICAL TECHNICIAN
Company: The Muscogee Nation
Location: Okmulgee
Posted on: April 19, 2024
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Job Description:
MUSCOGEE (CREEK) NATION
Seeking an ARCHAEOLOGICAL TECHNICIAN
Description: This position will work within the Historic and
Cultural Preservation Department (HCPD), the Tribal Historic
Preservation Office (THPO), and the Archaeological Division to
carry out archaeological work. The Archaeological Technician will
assist with cultural resource surveys, identification, and
preservation of historic properties within the boundaries of the
MCN reservation and/or on lands of historic interest in the
southeastern United States, as well as assist with Section 106
review projects.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
Assist the Tribal Archaeologist with surveys to identify and
document archaeological sites as well as excavations to test the
National Register site eligibility and large-scale field and
laboratory investigations to mitigate adverse impacts to
significant archaeological resources
Perform pedestrian reconnaissance, shovel tests, test unit
excavation, monitoring, as well as site documentation and artifact
analyses under the supervision of the Tribal Archaeologist.
On archaeological field investigations, assist with precontact and
post-contact artifact identification, document features and other
archaeological deposits, prepare site descriptions, photograph
features and artifacts, prepare sketch maps of sites, use GPS to
record site features, and complete field forms completely and
accurately.
On laboratory analysis, wash and process recovered materials and
analytical samples, label, and package artifacts, perform
supervised analysis, and conduct computerized data entry.
May help in report production through preparation of photos,
preparation of tables summarizing artifact data and other
information, and preparing text for sections of the report that
document the results of archaeological investigations.
Use GIS to create maps for reports and to document cultural
resources.
Assist with GPR (ground penetrating radar) and magnetometer
surveys, Cemetery Crew projects, Cemetery Recordation Reports,
archaeological monitoring, NAGPRA compliance, and conduct Section
106 reviews.
Work in the office and outdoors in a variety of field conditions
(rugged terrain, remote locations, hot and cold temperatures) and
around construction equipment.
Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Anthropology/Archaeology, American Indian
Studies, History, Cultural Resource Management, or related field or
six (6) months archaeological field experience with a range of
field methodologies, including survey, testing, excavation, and
monitoring. A Field School Certification is preferred. Must be able
to interact with the public with a high degree of professionalism.
Good organizational skills, positive attitude, strong work ethic,
and willingness to learn. All candidates should have knowledge of
Muscogee history and culture.
Must have a valid Oklahoma Driver's License.
Preferred Requirements:
Meet the Secretary of the Interior's Standards and Guidelines for
Archaeology (48 FR 44716) (graduate degree in archaeology,
anthropology, or closely related field plus professional
experience). Archaeological fieldwork experience. Knowledge of
National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA-Section 106) and the
Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA).
Must be able to interact with the public with a high degree of
professionalism. Good organizational skills, positive attitude,
strong work ethic, and willingness to learn. All candidates should
have knowledge of Muscogee history and culture.
Visit our website for more information @ www.muscogeenation.com
-Muscogee (Creek) and Indian Preference
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Keywords: The Muscogee Nation, Broken Arrow , ARCHAEOLOGICAL TECHNICIAN, Professions , Okmulgee, Oklahoma
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