Cultural Resources Technician – Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Anchorage, Alaska (Temporary)

October 11, 2024

Colorado State University


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Working Title Cultural Resources Technician – Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Anchorage, Alaska (Temporary)
Position Location Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska
Is this position eligible for hybrid or remote work? No
Research Professional Position Yes
Posting Number 202201696AP
Position Type Admin Professional/ Research Professional
Classification Title Research Associate I
Number of Vacancies 1
Work Hours/Week 40
Proposed Annual Salary Range $34,000 – $35,000
Employee Benefits Colorado State University (CSU) is committed to providing employees with a strong and competitive benefits package that supports you, your health, and your family. Visit CSU’s Human Resources website for detailed benefit plan information for permanent full-time and part-time faculty and administrative professional employees in the following University benefit areas: https://hr.colostate.edu/hr-community-and-supervisors/benefits/benefits-eligibility/ & https://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/our-perks/ .
Desired Start Date 12/05/2022
Position End Date (if temporary)
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on 11/07/2022
Description of Work Unit CEMML is a research, education, and service unit within the Warner College of Natural Resources at CSU. CEMML applies the latest and most appropriate science to promote the sustainable management of natural and cultural resources on Department of Defense (DoD) and other public lands. We provide technical support, conduct applied research, and offer career development and learning opportunities to support resource stewardship. We collaborate with our sponsors and other CSU departments to resolve complex environmental issues, leaving a legacy of science-based decisions that sustain our resources for future generations.
To learn more about CEMML’s contributions to land management, our mission, vision, and values, please visit http://www.cemml.colostate.edu/.
Position Summary One Cultural Resources Technician (Full-time, 40 hours/week) position not to exceed one year) is available with the Colorado State University (CSU) Center for Environmental Management of Military Lands (CEMML). This position will provide training and experience on a range of cultural resource projects supporting the 611 Civil Engineer Squadron (CES) cultural resources management program at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Anchorage. Military affiliation is not required to apply for this position.
The Cultural Resources Technician will support the 611 CR team by conducting historical military research on World War II, Cold War, and Pacific history, including material culture. The position requires travel to Alaska archives, universities, and other historical sites to conduct necessary research. The technician will also assist in National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA) processes, including consultation, identifying historic properties, and creating Section 110 and 106 documentation for submission to the State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO). Additional travel to Eareckson Air Station and Wake Island Air Station may be required.
The 611 CES is stationed at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson (JBER), Alaska. JBER is a 79,000-acre United States (U.S.) military installation near Anchorage, Alaska. In 2010, JBER was created when Elmendorf Air Force Base and the U.S. Army’s Fort Richardson were merged. The U.S. Air Force mission of JBER is to provide tactical support and training for worldwide air sovereignty, combat, and strategic airlift missions. The JBER cultural resources team is responsible for managing and promoting the preservation of historic sites on the installation. The team is responsible for many archaeological sites and historic buildings around JBER that offer unique views of the past, including Nike Site Summit, a Cold War era missile defense system listed on the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) and open to public tours.
For more information on JBER and its mission, please visit https://www.jber.jb.mil/

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Required Job Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s Degree
  • Must be familiar with history of World War II in the Pacific
  • Strong independent research skills, including experience with archives, universities, and history offices
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe programs
  • Ability to operate federal vehicles, including cars and ATVs
  • Must be able to pass a federal background investigation to obtain a Department of Defense Installation Access Pass
  • Must have a valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain a driver’s license by the employment start date.
  • The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. by proposed start date; CEMML will not provide visa sponsorship for this position.
Preferred Job Qualifications
  • Currently enrolled or holder of a Graduate Degree in history, public history, cultural resources management, architectural history, historic preservation, archaeology, or a related field.
  • Experience organizing and planning historical/archival research projects
  • Experience inventorying and assessing cultural properties in accordance with Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act
  • Familiarity with history of the Cold War era
  • Prior experience photographing historic sites, structures, and buildings
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Strong technical writing skills
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Experience using shapefiles with ArcGIS or Esri software
Diversity Statement Reflecting departmental and institutional values, candidates are expected to have the ability to advance the Department’s commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Essential Duties

Job Duty Category Historical Research
Duty/Responsibility Conduct and organize historical research related to World War II in the Pacific and the Cold War era, both onsite and at archives.
Percentage Of Time 50
Job Duty Category Evaluation and Assessment
Duty/Responsibility Assist with inventory and evaluation of historical properties, and assist with eligibility assessments. Visit and photograph historic sites, structures, and buildings.
Percentage Of Time 40
Job Duty Category Administrative
Duty/Responsibility Other duties as assigned, including writing historical narrative text, preparing NRHP Section 106 packages, and other correspondence and documentation.
Percentage Of Time 10

Application Details

Special Instructions to Applicants Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications in the announcement to be considered for hire. Apply no later than November 7, 2022, for full consideration at https://jobs.colostate.edu/postings/114783 . Mailed or emailed applications will not be accepted.
Upload each of the items below individually as a Word Document (.doc), PDF (.pdf), or Rich Text Format (.rtf). Please note that incomplete applications cannot be considered. Please remove social security numbers and birthdates from application materials. A complete application consists of:

  • Statement of Qualifications (one-page letter addressing each qualification described in the announcement) uploaded in the ‘Cover Letter’ slot.
  • Resume
  • References – please include within your application contact information for 3 professional references including at least one supervisor.

    • References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates.
    Conditions of Employment Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires), Valid Driver’s License, Special Requirements/Other – Must be able to comply with all applicable regulations to obtain a Department of Defense Common Access Card (CAC) and public trust clearance. Furthermore, candidates are required at a minimum to complete a NACI/SF85 and successfully pass a federal backgro
    Search Contact Alexandra Wallace ([email protected])
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