Lead Cultural Coordinator - Kenaitze Tribal Member Only

Kenaitze Indian Tribe•Kenai, AK

About The Position

The Lead Cultural Coordinator is responsible for overseeing observers, archaeological monitoring, and recording and excavation work being conducted on historical Dena'ina lands. The Cultural Coordinator shall ensure that support is provided to the preservation and protection of the cultural resources of the Kenaitze Indian Tribe and serve as a cultural ambassador of the Tribe to minimize the potential for inadvertent impacts to archaeological sites and cultural resources.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED, or a combination of education and experience may be substituted
One (1) year of experience working with Cultural Programs, Archaeological Projects and/or other Government Entities
One (1) year experience teaching youth
Must have a valid Alaska State driver's license and must remain insurable under the Tribe's policy, or obtain within 90 days of hire
Good oral and written communication skills
Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, or obtain within 90 days of hire

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of Native American Graves Protection Repatriation Act, Archaeological Resources Protection Act, National Historic Preservation Act and other Historic Preservation laws
Participation in the Kenaitze Susten Camps, K'beq', and other archaeological programs
Knowledge and experience working with cultural diversities

Responsibilities

Assists with performing assignments, exercising judgment in evaluation, techniques and procedures for the preservation of tribal cultural resources on and off the dig sites
Identifies cultural and natural resources and assists in development of protective measures on historical Dena'ina lands
Assists with planning, directing, coordinating and performing a variety of tasks under the direction of the Cultural Resource Supervisor
Oversees all ground disturbing activity including, but not limited to, grading, gorse abatement, tree clearing, trenching, and excavations on undisturbed and previously disturbed ground
Oversees field inspections of proposed projects areas to determine the likelihood or the presence of cultural resources, and the potential archaeological sensitivity of the area
Performs and/or leads fieldwork surveys, excavation, monitoring, laboratory analysis and interpretation
Archives historical documents and artifacts, and is responsible for documenting and reporting a comprehensive and accurate log for the Cultural Resources Supervisor
Collaboratively teach Dena'ina culture and language speaking, reading, and writing through a bilingual approach at the Tułen Charter School
Participate in Dena'ina language classes to increase personal Dena'ina language speaking and writing skills
Ensures compliance with Tribal, federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, Tribal policies and TERO ordinance