Archeologist (Temporary)

You will serve as a Archeologist (Temporary) Mesa Verde National Park. This position is located within the Department of the Interior, National Park Service, Intermountain Region, Div of Research & Ruins Stab Open to the first 100 applicants or until 08/28/2026 whichever comes first. All applications submitted by 11:59 (EST) on the closing day will receive consideration.

Some of the major duties you will perform include but are not limited to the following: Conduct archeological surveys, testing, and investigations to identify and evaluate cultural resources and support compliance with the National Historic Preservation Act, Archeological Resources Protection Act, and other applicable cultural resource laws and policies. Field work includes collecting geospatial data. Prepare professional-quality archeological documentation and technical reports that meet the standards of the Secretary of the Interior, the National Park Service, and the Colorado State Historic Preservation Office. Responsibilities include conducting archival and background research, developing historic contexts, documenting archeological sites on the appropriate Colorado SHPO forms, evaluating eligibility for listing on the National Register of Historic Places, preparing maps and spatial data using ArcGIS Pro, and producing clear, technically accurate reports. Conduct archeological monitoring of construction, maintenance, and other ground-disturbing activities to identify and document cultural resources, evaluate discoveries for NRHP eligibility, recommend measures to avoid or minimize adverse effects, and prepare monitoring reports.

Maintain archeological records, geospatial data, and cultural resource information systems including site files, GIS databases, digital records, and other documentation to support cultural resource management, planning, research, and compliance activities. Assist in reviewing proposed park projects and planning documents for potential impacts to cultural resources and provide technical recommendations to avoid, minimize, or mitigate adverse effects. Maintain cultural resource compliance documentation using the Planning, Environment, and Public Comment (PEPC) system, including preparing project records, tracking compliance milestones, maintaining administrative records, and supporting Section 106 consultation and environmental review processes.