- Description
Have you recently completed or are you currently undergoing course work in History, Historic Architecture, Historic Preservation, Cultural Resource Management, Archaeology, Anthropology or Social Sciences?
This is an exciting opportunity to showcase your skills and apply your classroom/natural resource training to real world scenarios.
The Lands and Forest Health Archaeologist Internship provides the opportunity to gain valuable experience in the practical application of historic preservation and cultural resource management in an on-the-job environment all while gleaning valuable knowledge from the WDFW Team!
It gives our team great satisfaction to know that they are investing in emerging professionals. It’s our hope you will carry forward enhanced relationships between the Department and university or professional associations.
If you are provided this opportunity, it is our intent that you will serve as an ambassador to the Department throughout your career as you leave this position and continue your professional path.
Duties
Some of what you will learn to do,
- Assist Lands and Forest Health Archaeologists in documenting cultural resources.
- Perform research and field documentation for historic property inventory forms, and historic archaeological site inventory forms.
- Perform cultural resource surveys and cultural resource monitoring.
- Write cultural resource reports.
- Evaluate historic built-environment resources by applying National Park Service criteria.
- Assist archaeologists in acquiring necessary cultural clearances to perform project(s).
- Assist in writing consultation letters for appropriate regulatory agencies and consulting parties.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Work Setting, including hazards:
- Field work is performed at various locations throughout Washington State – this includes active construction sites, working around large equipment and working on active hatchery sites.
- Field work entails working in adverse environmental conditions, working in/around water, and carrying up to 40 pounds on uneven terrain.
- Teleworking/remote options may be available.
- Schedule:
- Variable hours ranging from 0 to 40 hours per week.
- Typically, Monday – Friday – 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
- Workload demands may require work outside the assigned work hours and adjustment of work schedules.
- Travel Requirements:
- Substantial field work and travel throughout Washington State is required.
- Long field days and some overnight stays are likely.
- Tools and Equipment:
- Pickup trucks, standard office equipment, GPS units, cameras, and hand tools for digging.
- Operating a digital camera including downloading images to a computer.
- Customer Interactions:
- Interact with WDFW Staff and the public while accessing work areas.
Qualifications
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Any of the following are encouraged to apply:
Those who have three (3) months of volunteer/employment experience in natural or cultural resource work (with a letter of recommendation from a supervisor or Tribal Historic Preservation Officer).
Undergraduate students or graduate students who are considering a career change and have relevant personal or professional experience.
Those undergoing study or who have recently completed an academic program that emphasized coursework in History, Historic Architecture, Historic Preservation, Cultural Resource Management, Archaeology, Anthropology, Social Science, or a related degree.
Military Officers or enlisted personnel interested in pursuing a civilian career in History, Historic Architecture, Historic Preservation, Cultural Resource Management, Archaeology, Anthropology, or Social Sciences after the military.
Certifications/Licenses:
- Valid Driver’s License.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Interested in pursuing a degree and/or career in cultural resource management, historic preservation, history, archaeology, or a similar discipline.
Supplemental Information
Please note: Failure to follow the instructions below may lead to disqualification.
In order to successfully apply for this position you MUST complete your profile at www.careers.wa.gov and attach the following to your profile before completing the online application:
- A cover letter describing how you meet the qualifications of this position (Generic cover letter will not be accepted).
- A current resume.
- Three professional references.
IMPORTANT NOTES:
All new employees must complete an Employment Eligibility Verification Form (I-9 Form) on their first day of work. If hired for this or any position at WDFW, you will be required to provide documentation proving you are eligible to work in the United States. For a list of acceptable documents, please use the following link: https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents
The Department of Fish and Wildlife’s priority during the Covid-19 health crisis is to keep our staff, candidates, and the public safe. We are hiring and encourage you to apply to open positions. We have transitioned to a virtual recruitment process, to include web-based interviews.
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The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife has some of the most talented people in the natural resource field. We celebrate and value diversity, appreciating that a workforce composed of those from different backgrounds and experiences creates an inclusive environment, strengthens positive relationships with the local community, and brings new perspectives and approaches to fulfilling the agency’s mission. We value demonstrated skill in living WDFW values of professionalism, accountability, empathy, integrity, service, and respect.
WDFW employees may be eligible for the following:
Medical/Dental/Vision for employee & dependent(s), Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), Vacation, Sick, and other Leave, 11 Paid Holidays per year, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, Tuition Waiver, Long Term Disability & Life Insurance, Deferred Compensation Programs, Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP), Flexible Spending Arrangement (FSA), Employee Assistance Program, Commute Trip Reduction Incentives (Download PDF reader), Combined Fund Drive, SmartHealth.
UNION – WAFWP:
This position is in the bargaining unit represented by the Washington Association of Fish & Wildlife Professionals and is subject to the terms of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the State of Washington, Department of Fish & Wildlife, and the Washington Association of Fish & Wildlife Professionals.
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VETERAN PREFERENCE NOTICE:
To take advantage of veteran preference, please do the following:
- Email a copy of your DD214 (Member 4 copy), NGB 22 or USDVA signed verification of service letter to RecruitmentTeam@dfw.wa.gov.
- Subject line should include recruitment number, position and Vet (for example: #10155 Biologist 1 – Veteran)
- Include your name as it appears on your application in careers.wa.gov
MILITARY SPOUSE PREFERENCE NOTICE:
To take advantage of military spouse preference, please do the following:
- Notify us of your military spouse status by email at RecruitmentTeam@dfw.wa.gov.
- Subject line should include recruitment number, position and MS (for example: #10155 Biologist 1 – MS)
- Include your name as it appears on your application in careers.wa.gov
Note: Please blackout any PII (personally identifiable information) data such as social security numbers. For further information, please contact us at RecruitmentTeam@dfw.wa.gov.
As part of WDFW’s efforts to advance respectful and inclusive work environments, the Agency expects inclusivity as part of our professional interactions and communications. Therefore, we want to ensure that all individuals feel welcome, are treated fairly and respectfully. All staff are empowered to fully contribute to serving their work unit, Agency, and the citizens of Washington.
The Department of Fish and Wildlife is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation and gender identity diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status and are encouraged to apply.
Persons needing accommodation in the application process or this announcement in an alternative format may call (360) 902-2276 or the Telecommunications Device for the Deaf (TDD) at (800) 833-6388.
This recruitment is essential to maintain operations and fulfill WDFW’s legal obligations: repair/maintain critical infrastructure and facilities, mitigate fire risk and legally required weed control, activities associated with maintaining assets.
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