[OR_Archaeology] Colorado SHPO position opening, applic due Sept 10

[Susan White]

Job Title: State Archaeologist and Deputy State Historic Preservation
Officer

Position Number: 09010
Job Location: Downtown Denver (1560 Broadway)

Salary: $4,867.00 to $5,475.00 per month (The salary offered is usually
the minimum listed, however, a salary above the minimum may be offered
for some hard to fill positions.)

Release Date: August 9, 2010 
Apply By: September 10, 2010

Employment Type: Full time.
Class Code: 124900
Information about the Job:

If you are considering a career opportunity with the goal of making a
difference, consider joining the dedicated people in the Office of
Archaeology and Historic Preservation (OAHP) of History Colorado, the
new name for the Colorado Historical Society. Our professionals aspire
to engage people in our State’s heritage through collecting,
preserving, and discovering the past in order to educate and provide
perspectives for the future. Convenient location to downtown shopping
and
restaurants plus cultural facilities in the Golden Triangle. In
addition to a great location and rewarding, meaningful work, we offer:

*Affordable ECO Pass program for convenient commuting on RTD buses and
light rail
*Your choice of one of two strong, secure, yet flexible retirement
benefits including PERA
*Defined Benefit Plan or the PERA Defined Contribution Plan
*Medical and dental health plans
*Paid life insurance plan plus additional optional coverage
*Free Short-term disability coverage plus optional long term
disability
*10 paid holidays per year plus paid opportunities to volunteer in the
community
*Generous paid vacation and sick leave benefits
*Excellent work-life programs, such as flexible schedules, training
opportunities and more 

CHS has a strong commitment to diversity and cultural competence. We
welcome responses from people of diverse backgrounds and abilities.

BROAD SCOPE OF POSITION
This position exists to administer state and federal laws relating to
archaeological and historic resources, with statutory responsibility to,
“coordinate, encourage, and preserve … the full understanding of
[these] resources as … [they] pertain to man’s cultural heritage”
(CRS 24-80-403).
This is done by implementing various educational and regulatory
programs housed in the Office of Archaeology and Historic Preservation
(OAHP), including site information management, review of development
projects, local government preservation programs, rehabilitation tax
credits, adult education certificates, state permits for archaeology and
paleontology, a website and index of educational publications, and
formal consultation with other government agencies and tribal
governments. The position provides staff authority on archaeological
matters within the State
Historical Society (also known as History Colorado). The position
serves as a staff member of the Archaeology and Historic Preservation
Committee of the Society’s Board of Directors. This position is a
non-classified, full time position, exempt from overtime under the Fair
Labor Standards Act, and serves at the pleasure of the Board of
Directors. This position has been exempted from the State Personnel
System.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
· Statutory Duties of the State Archaeologist including:
1) Advise state and local governmental agencies and private persons on
archaeological problems;
2) Promote development of archaeological resources for educational
purposes;
3) Conduct studies to develop archaeological information;
4) Inventory and analyze the state’s archaeological resources as to
location, quantity, and cultural significance;
5) Collect and preserve archaeological resources;
6) Advise the state and act as liaison in transactions dealing with
archaeological resources between state agencies and other states, and
between state agencies and the federal government on common problems and
studies;
7) Issue permits to qualified applicants for the conduct of
archaeological and
paleontological studies; 
8) Arrange for the care, use, and storage of any archaeological
resources collected under permit;
9) Prepare, publish, and distribute reports, maps, and bulletins;
10) Accept, and through state procedures, use, disburse, and administer
federal funds or other property, services, and money allotted to the
office of the state archaeologist;
11) Implement, maintain, and oversee a program of salvage archaeology;
12) Establish and coordinate a procedure for out-of-state loans of
items collected under state permit;
13) Work with other employees of the Society for the maximum
conservation of
archaeological resources and dissemination of knowledge pertaining to
archaeology; and
14) Manage discoveries of unmarked human graves in consultation with
the Colorado Commission of Indian Affairs, assuring compliance with
federal and state law.

Duties of the Deputy State Historic Preservation Officer including:
1) Coordinate with the grant administrator who communicates with the
federal granting agency (National Park Service) to assure that
Colorado’s historic preservation program continues to meet or
exceed federal requirements. Assist the State Historic Preservation
Officer to implement the activities defined in the National Historic
Preservation Act, with delegated signatory authority for programmatic
matters;
2) Provide leadership and guidance to staff of the Office of
Archaeology and Historic
Preservation, including the Information Management Unit, the
Intergovernmental
Services Unit, and the Office of the State Archaeologist on the
development of annual priorities and work plans;
3) Assist the Society’s executive management team with the
development of the annual operating budget request as it applies to the
Office of Archaeology and Historic Preservation;
4) Facilitate communication between work units of the Society and
across professional specializations internally (archaeology, history,
architectural history, and administration);
5) Participate on selection committees and provide performance input to
the Society’s senior executive management team to ensure that
standards for professional qualifications and work performance are
achieved;
6) Ensure that all records are well managed and staff are trained in
the proper provisioning of records to achieve superior customer service
while maintaining appropriate confidentiality;
7) Provide archaeological expertise for program areas of the Office of
Archaeology and Historic Preservation, the State Historical Fund, the
National and State Registers, and Preservation Planning; and
8) Participate in formal hearings and deliberations related to
archaeology and historic
preservation.

Public Education including:
1) Direct the Program for Avocational Archaeological Certification, a
series of non-credit courses for adult volunteers in 15 communities,
offered in partnership with the Colorado Archaeological Society;
2) Through attendance at conferences and participation in working
groups, serve as liaison between the Colorado Historical Society and the
professional and avocational
archaeological communities;
3) Represent the interests of archaeology in consultations with Native
American groups;
4) Chair the Colorado Interagency Anti-Vandalism Task Force and plan
activities for the annual Colorado Archaeology and Historic Preservation
Month;
5) Present public programs and provide speakers on archaeological
topics;
6) Work with public schools, colleges, and universities to provide
information on
archaeology and historic preservation; and
7) Provide ideas, content, and review for Society exhibits and
publications that pertain to archaeology and historic preservation.

QUALIFICATIONS:
The successful applicant must have a “Post graduate degree in
archaeology or anthropology and … sufficient practical experience and
knowledge in archaeology to qualify …” (CRS 24-80-404). M.A. required
and Ph.D. preferred. Minimum of five years of experience, including two
years of progressively responsible cultural resources management, plus
field experience and publications.

HIGHLY DESIRABLE:
A Ph.D. in archaeology or anthropology. Teaching experience is
desirable.

TRAVEL:
Must be able to travel independently throughout the state, including
overnight stays. Travel may be necessary in a variety of weather
conditions.

Special Necessary Requirements:
A condition of employment is the successful completion of a background
check. A valid Colorado driver’s license must be obtained within 30
calendar days of accepting this position and the driver’s license must
be maintained as a condition of employment.

To Apply for this Position:
Submit a letter of application, resume, and a list of three
professional references which must be received by 4:00 p.m. on above
listed “Apply By” date to:

Position 09010
Human Resources Office
History Colorado
1560 Broadway, Suite 400
Denver, CO 80202

Be certain to address how your education and experience relates to the
qualifications listed above. Late or incomplete packets will not be
considered. Please note that the application materials will not be
returned. E-mailed and faxed applications will not be accepted.
Applicants will be notified as to status. This position is eligible for
benefits. Please note that a copy of a college transcript will be
required prior to extending an offer of employment, and should be
included with your application materials if a degree is required by the
“Qualifications” listed above.
Applicants, who wish to qualify based on education completed outside
the United States, must be deemed equivalent to higher education
programs of U.S. institutions by an organization that specializes in the
interpretation of foreign educational credentials. This documentation is
the responsibility of the applicant and should be included as part of
your application materials.

NOTE: History Colorado does not recognize academic degrees from schools
that are not accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the
United States Department of Education. Any applicant falsely claiming an
academic degree from an accredited school will be subject to actions
ranging from disqualification from employment consideration to removal
from employment at History Colorado.
If you are covered by the Address Confidentiality Program, CRS
24-21-201 through 24-21-214, please notify the Human Resources Office
listed on this announcement so that you are provided the appropriate
time extension for notifications provided by U.S. mail. The extension
allowed under this program applies only to U.S. mail notifications that
include a deadline of 10 days or less.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER
HISTORY COLORADO WELCOMES APPLICATIONS FROM PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES.