Archaeology Tech I (SS-49171)

Confederated Tribes Of The Colville Reservation; Nespelem (WA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401k with employer contributions

Short/Long-term disability

Paid holidays

Sick leave

Annual leave

Job summary

Confederated Tribes Of The Colville Reservation in Nespelem, WA seeks an Archaeology Tech I to support cultural resources projects. Duties include fieldwork, office tasks, and assisting senior staff while maintaining accuracy and respect for tribal traditions.

The role emphasizes learning field techniques, handling collections, and complying with tribal regulations and safety policies. Driver’s license is required and background checks may apply.

Qualifications

• Requires a High School Diploma or equivalency and experience comparable to fulfill the functions of the position.
• Experience in Anthropology, Native American Studies, Botany/Plant Ecology, or Museology/Collection Management preferred.
• Must have valid driver’s license and insurability; willingness to become a certified boat operator for fieldwork.

Responsibilities

• Perform cultural resources work focusing on cultural plants, traditional properties, archaeology and collections.
• Mix general office tasks with field work and assist senior staff or work independently.
• Maintain confidentiality and operate in a high-volume environment with deadlines.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Driver's license

Fieldwork

Cultural knowledge

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Fax

Copier

Scanner

Digital photography

Video recording

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Nespelem - Nespelem, WA 99155, Salary Range: $20.55 - $23.82 Hourly, CLOSING DATE: October 2nd, 2026

POSITION: Archaeology Tech I

SALARY: $20.55-$23.82, per hour

REPORTS TO: Program Manager

LOCATION: History and Archaeology, Nespelem, WA

Basic Functions: This is a Non-Exempt position. Traditional Cultural Plants Archaeology Technician I will perform cultural resources work focusing on cultural plants, traditional properties, archaeology, and collections. The job functions will vary between general office work, field work, assisting senior staff and/or working independently.

Position is contracted funded - no guarantee of continued employment should funding cease.

BENEFITS: We have excellent benefits including full Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, 401k with employer contributions, Short-and Long- Term disability for Full-Time employees. Generous leave package includes paid holidays, sick leave, and annual leave for Full-Time and Part-Time employees.

Qualifications: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Training:

• Requires a High School Diploma or equivalency and experience comparable to fulfill the functions of the position. Any experience in Anthropology, Native American Studies, Botany/Plant Ecology, or Museology/Collection Management or closely related field preferred.
• Requires a valid driver’s license and meet insurability requirements. Willingness to become a certified boat operator for fieldwork.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Requires knowledge of CCT history, culture, legends, and traditions of the 12 constituent tribes.
• Requires the knowledge of equipment such as: fax, copier, scanner, digital photo and video, etc.
• Requires knowledge in the use of Microsoft Office Programs- Word, Access, and Excel. Must possess the ability to utilize patience and respect in dealing with tribal elders and /or traditional practitioners.
• Requires closely related experience demonstrating the ability to perform the duties of the position.
• Requires the ability to work with tribal elders and/or tribal practitioners.
• Requires the ability to perform all of the duties of the position in a high volume environment that may be dominated by distractions.
• Requires to be able to learn, understand and apply Tribal and agency rules, regulations and policies.
• Requires the ability to plan, organize and prioritize work in order to meet schedules and timelines.
• Requires the ability to use a personal computer to produce correspondence, informational materials, and conduct basic research.
• Requires the ability to maintain strict confidentiality of private and sensitive information.
• Requires the ability to be willing to learn field techniques associated with survey, excavation, and preparation of paperwork (preferred) and use of hand tools (e.g., shovels, trowels, hatchet, clippers).
• Requires willingness to learn oral history, cultural plant, or collections techniques.
• Requires willingness to work on tedious tasks such as photocopying documents.
• Requires a dependable and punctual work history.
• Requires the ability to work independently after initial training development.
• Requires the ability to multi-task while working under and meeting deadlines.
• Requires the ability to maintain good judgement and common sense.
• Must work well with others.

Note: Pursuant to Tribal Policy, if this position is safety sensitive it is subject to pre-employment drug testing. In addition, this position is subject to reasonable suspicion and post-accident drug testing.

TRIBAL MEMBER AND INDIAN PREFERENCE WILL APPLY; PREFERENCE WILL ALSO BE GIVEN TO HONORABLY DISCHARGED VETERANS WHO ARE MINIMALLY QUALIFIED.

If required of this position, you must possess and maintain a valid Washington State driver’s license and be eligible for the Tribes’ Vehicle Insurance. In addition, this position may be subject to pre-employment background clearances. If applicable, these clearances must be maintained throughout employment.

INFORMATION: Shayla Schilling, Human Resources Technician Senior, Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation, Human Resources Office, P.O. Box 150, Nespelem, WA 99155, [phone]. [e-mail]