In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:
The ideal candidate will demonstrate experience in cultural and environmental resource documentation, including preparation and review of CEQA/NEPA compliance documents, Section 106 reviews, and permitting documentation. Experience developing cultural or environmental policy guidance—such as SOPs or compliance tracking procedures—is also important.
We are looking for candidates with hands-on experience facilitating tribal consultations, participating in interagency or intra-departmental tribal workgroups, and providing guidance on Native American issues. Familiarity with AB 52, NAGPRA/CalNAGPRA and cultural resource law is highly desirable. Experience managing cultural collections, repatriation processes, and collaborating with universities or curation facilities and preparing or implementing archaeological work or management plans is also valuable.
Strong candidates will have led field surveys or environmental teams, directed project staff, or served as subject matter experts on cultural/environmental matters. Experience coordinating with regulatory bodies like FERC, USACE, or COHP, as well as organizing documentation related to tribal coordination, is beneficial. Proficiency in GIS and maintaining electronic spatial data records is a plus. The position requires strong oral and written communication skills, as well as the ability to present training and outreach materials clearly and effectively.
