Compliance Review Archaeologist

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JOB SUMMARY:

Serves as a Compliance Review Archaeologist.  Reviews projects for National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) eligibility of, and effects, to archaeological resources for Section 106 compliance and similar/related state and federal laws.

Provides interagency liaison support. Assists in resolving adverse effects to archaeological resources, including negotiating and reviewing agreement and mitigation documents.  Provides technical assistance, provides information to the public, and conducts meetings and site visits as necessary. The position also advises the Historic Preservation Division (HPD) Environmental Review Program Manager, the HPD Office Director(s) and Division Director, serves as liaison with Archaeology Compliance Program partners, and advises other federal, state, Tribal, and Department of Community Affairs (DCA) officials on projects and related issues.  Supports other HPD program areas as necessary. Supports and participates in special projects as necessary.

PRIMARY DUTIES INCLUDE:

• Assisting in the administration of HPD duties;

•  Advising agencies on legal responsibilities under Federal and State preservation laws; 

• Coordinating review of federal and state agency projects concerning archaeological resources as required by the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966 (NHPA);

• Reviewing project documents which have been submitted by federal or state agencies or their agents;

•  Identifying federal/state compliance responsibilities from information provided by agencies on proposed projects;

• Formulating and providing written recommendations to agencies establishing HPD’s opinion of archaeological and cultural resource eligibility for the NRHP and any effects that may occur to archaeological resources as a result of project implementation;

• Responding to inquiries and providing guidance, clarification, and recommendations concerning historic preservation compliance with Section 106 of the NHPA and similar federal and state laws;

•  Assisting federal and state agencies in efforts to resolve complex problems related to the protection and preservation of archaeological resources and associated archaeological materials;

• Providing technical assistance to federal and state agencies on various types of agreement documents regarding historic preservation compliance;

• Consulting with federally recognized Native American Tribes in regard to project components, including agreement documents and compliance with historic preservation laws;

• Utilizing the Georgia Natural, Archaeological, Historic Resources GIS database to conduct background research on archaeological sites, property location maps, along with a broad knowledge of Georgia precontact and historic time periods to determine need to conduct archaeological surveys and to evaluate archaeological resources for significance;

• Supporting other HPD program areas and participating in special projects as necessary

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

• Strong oral and written communication and interpersonal skills
• Perform job responsibilities with minimal supervision
• Strong organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines
• Familiarity with and skill to comprehend and apply complex theoretical considerations and new developments in the technical literature of archaeology and related scientific disciplines
• Ability to adapt to and respond effectively to frequent interruptions, distractions, and requests for information

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Completion of a Bachelor’s degree in Anthropology/Archaeology, Cultural Resource Management, Historic Preservation, or a closely related field from an accredited college or university AND One year of experience in a directly related field OR Two years of experience required at the lower-level Curator/Preservationist 2 (NRP031) or position equivalent.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Preference may be given to applicants with a Master’s degree in Anthropology/Archaeology or a related field and two

(2) or more of the following:

• Meets the Secretary of Interior’s Archaeology Professional Qualifications
• Completion of an Archaeological Field School
• Familiarity with Section 106 and/or federal preservation laws concerning archaeology
• Experience with evaluating archaeological resources for eligibility for listing in the NRHP
• Experience completing archaeological reports and projects such as archaeological resource surveys, Section 106 reports
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with other cultural resource professionals as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with the general public

WORKING CONDITIONS (TRAVEL,HOURS,ENVIRONMENT)

This position is currently designated as a hybrid (part in-office and part remote/Telework) position.  This position is full time (40 hours per week) and may require occasional overtime.  Local periodic travel may be required.

PHYSICAL / SENSORY REQUIREMENTS:

Work is principally stationary, but the person in this position needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc., and constantly operates a computer and other office equipment.

Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.

Must be able to perform office-related duties.

Must be able to operate office equipment.

Must be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, tenants, and community agencies and other entities that provide services.

Must be able to perform essential job functions, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Must be able to perform essential job functions in an environment that will sometimes include increased levels of work-related stress.

Must maintain punctuality and attendance as scheduled.

NOTE: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Due to the large volume of submissions received by this office, information concerning application and/or interview status cannot be provided.  Selected applicants will be contacted for next steps in the interview process.  Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification.  This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.

DCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you need accommodation for an interview, please contact the Human Resources Office at (404) 679-4845

Hiring is contingent upon satisfactory results of employment verification, background, criminal records investigation and motor vehicle reports.

This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and the employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the business and requirement of the job change.  This job posting may close at any time upon gaining a sufficient applicant pool from which to select a qualified candidate.

All duties and responsibilities listed are considered to be essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.  Marginal functions of the position (those that are incidental to the performance of the job duties) have not been included.   However, the omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or logical assignment to the position.