JOB TITLE: Archaeology Division Manager 
CLASSIFICATION: Program Associate III 
FULL SALARY RANGE: $32.06 to 42.06 ($66,685 to $87,485 annual salary) 
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full-Time, Hourly or Salary-Exempt 

About the Watershed Research and Training Center 
The Watershed Research and Training Center (WRTC) sustains healthy lands and healthy communities. What started in the early 1990s as a local project to re-train displaced loggers and mill workers in Trinity County, CA is now a vibrant nonprofit organization working locally, statewide and nationally on a host of landscape conservation and community development issues. In addition to putting dozens of our community members back to work in the woods each year, we lead several forest and watershed conservation programs, coordinate state wood utilization and fire management partnerships, and have played an influential role in state and federal policy-making and program direction. We are a team of approximately 70 year-round staff with up to 80 additional seasonal staff dedicated to caring for people and the landscapes we depend upon. 

Job Summary 
We are seeking a qualified Archaeologist with experience in cultural resource management (CRM) to support the Watershed Center’s diverse portfolio of natural resource and forestry-related projects within and near Trinity County, California. This role involves conducting archaeological surveys, evaluations, documentation and monitoring in compliance with federal and state environmental heritage resources regulations, particularly in forested and rural landscapes, including the hiring and management of seasonal staff. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in California pre-contact history, fieldwork in diverse terrain, and an understanding of how cultural resources interface with forestry and land management practices. The Archeology Division is nested within our Forestry and Fuels Program, but will assist other divisions and programs including in our sector-leading fire management and watershed programs. This position requires a variable combination of office and field time, dictated by season and project priorities. Effective coordination with other organizational staff, communication with the program director, and coordination with landowners and project partners are crucial aspects of this position. 

Position Scope, Responsibilities and Core Duties 

● Conduct archaeological field surveys, site documentation, testing, and monitoring on federal, state, and private lands. 
● Prepare technical reports (inventory, evaluation, monitoring), site records (DPR 523 forms), and compliance documentation (e.g., National Environmental Policy Act, EPA, CEQA, NHPA Section 106). 
● Collaborate with land managers, tribal representatives, environmental scientists, and forestry professionals to ensure cultural resource protection in natural resource projects. 
● Lead recruitment and provide field leadership and supervision for seasonal crews (typically 2-4 staff, though this may vary year-to-year). 
● Assist in agency coordination with entities such as the US Forest Service, California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE), Bureau of Land Management, and Native American tribes. 
● Evaluate impacts of forestry (e.g., timber harvest, fuel reduction, road maintenance) and ecological restoration (e.g. meadow, instream habitat, floodplain modification) on archaeological and historic resources. 
● Contribute to the development of project-specific resource management plans, mitigation measures, and treatment plans. 

Minimum Qualifications, Skills and Competencies 

● Bachelor's degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, or related field (Master’s preferred). 
● Minimum of 3–5 years of archaeological field experience, preferably in California or the western United States. 
● Demonstrated knowledge of California precontact and historic archaeology. 
● Familiarity with federal and state laws and regulations (e.g. National Historic Preservation Act Section 106; Archaeological Resource Protection Act; National Environmental Policy Act; California Environmental Policy Act; Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act) and California state tribal consultation requirements. 
● Proficiency with GPS, GIS, mapping tools, and standard digital field recording methods. 
● Experience defining Areas of Potential Effect (APE), designing field inventory strategies, standard archaeological methodologies, and completing background pre-field research. 
● Experience making recommendations for site Eligibility to the National Register of Historic Places. 
● Experience working in forested or remote environments including in rugged (e.g. steep, rocky, densely vegetated) terrain. 
● Strong technical writing skills and attention to detail. 
● Experience working as part of a planning team, and also experience working independently. 
● Valid California Driver’s License. 

Desired Qualifications, Skills and Competencies 

● Listed as a Qualified Archaeologist under the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards (SOI Qualified). 
● Experience with state of CA grant-funded projects and/or CA Timber Harvest Plans (THPs). 
● Experience in communicating with CA Native American Tribes. 

Work Conditions 

● Combination of field-based and office work. 
● May involve extended weekday travel, occasional overnight camping, and work in variable weather conditions. 
● Physical requirements include hiking, carrying equipment, and working in rugged terrain for extended periods. 

Compensation and Benefits 

● This position may be assigned as either an hourly or salaried/exempt position, depending upon qualifications. 
● The position has a starting wage range of $32.06 to $37.06/hr (or salary-equivalent) depending on experience and other factors. The current maximum salary for this position is $87,485.  
● The WRTC may provide paid study time, training and/or other support for the successful candidate in becoming SOI qualified. 
● Flexible work environment with options for remote work. 
● Employer-supported professional development. 
● Employer-paid medical, dental and vision health care. The full premium for employee coverage is paid by the Watershed Center. Dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. 
● 12 paid holidays per year. 
● 15 days of paid time off (accrued proportionately per pay period), with graduated annual PTO accrual based upon tenure, peaking at 30 days per year.  
● 403(b) retirement plan with 5% employer contribution and no employee match requirement. 
● Cell phone stipend. 
● Computer and other essential equipment provided. 
● Company vehicle provided for work use.