The reporting location for this position is Headquarters in Sacramento, CA. This position will work under the general direction of Supervisor, Cultural Resources Program.   

The Associate State Archeologist is responsible for using his/her expertise in the practice of archaeology and their knowledge of pertinent law and regulation to: 1) Review and comment on, or prepare, documents that deal with cultural resources/ historic property identification, evaluation and treatment; 2) Recommend to customers of the Office of Historic Preservation management actions and regulatory steps that may assist in preserving or otherwise addressing historic properties. This is a challenging job that requires excellent writing and organizational skills, as well as the ability to analyze data and effectively present ideas orally and in writing, and to work both independently and cooperatively with others. The incumbent may also work throughout the Office of Historic Preservation.