- Broad awareness of the relationship between people and watersheds
- Leaders at all levels of watershed work reflect the diversity of Oregonians
- Community capacity and strategic partnerships achieve healthy watersheds
- Watershed organizations have access to a diverse and stable funding portfolio
- The value of working lands is fully integrated into watershed health
- Coordinated monitoring and shared learning to advance watershed restoration effectiveness
- Bold and innovative actions to achieve health in Oregon's watersheds
- Four years of experience in archaeology, anthropology, or closely related natural resources field. At least two years of the experience must be at a technical or professional level performing activities in archaeology, anthropology, or closely related natural resources program such as archaeological research, administration, or management, and analyzing data, conducting investigations, applying pertinent laws and regulations, or coordinating and monitoring project activities;
- AND a Bachelor's degree in archaeology, anthropology, or closely related natural resources field;
- OR three additional years of related archaeology, anthropology, or closely related natural resources experience.
- Meets the Secretary of Interiors professional qualifications in archeology
- A strong foundation in watershed restoration concepts and practices
- Experience working in watershed restoration or cultural resources work in Oregon
- Knowledge of ecosystem processes
- Experience with complex grant program administration
- Leadership qualities – a self-starter with the ability to produce results under pressure while maintaining an open process
- Ability to lead successful group processes
- Partnership and collaboration skills
- Communication and presentation skills with a diversity of audiences
- Exceptional medical, vision and dental plans with employees paying 1 to 5% of the total premium.
- Leave accrual starting at 8 hours of sick and 8 hours of vacation leave per month, with your vacation leave accruals increasing every 5 years.
- Access to an additional four days of discretionary leave – 3 days of personal business leave and one day of Governor's Leave each year.
- Eleven paid holidays per year.
- Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), including a pension and employer contributions to the Individual Account Program.
- Optional benefits (such as term life insurance, long-term and short-term disability, long-term care, health and dependent care flexible spending accounts, enrollment in the Oregon Savings Growth Plan, a deferred compensation program with a wide variety of investment options).
- The opportunity to receive loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (must qualify).
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- Live, work, and play in Salem, Oregon.
- This position is ideal for those seeking more work/life balance with the ability to work a hybrid of both office and remote work environments.
- Provide a brief (no more than 1 page) cover letter indicating why you are interested in, and a good candidate for, the Cultural Resources Specialist (Natural Resource Specialist 4) position at the Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board.
- Provide a brief (no more than 2 page) resume indicating your experience pertinent to the required and desired qualifications in this announcement.
Cultural Resource Specialist - Salem, United States - State of Oregon
Description
Initial Posting Date:
11/08/2023
Application Deadline:
11/19/2023
Agency:
Watershed Enhancement Board
Salary Range:
$5,771 – $8,870
Position Type:
Employee
Position Title:
Cultural Resource Specialist
Job Description:
OWEB is seeking to hire a full-time, limited duration (06/30/2025),Cultural Resources Specialist (Natural Resource Specialist 4) supporting OWEB with the ability to work a hybrid of both office and or remote work environments based in Salem or Bend. This position is represented by the Service Employees International Union.
Who we are:
OWEB's mission is "to help create and maintain healthy watersheds and natural habitats that support thriving communities and strong economies." OWEB operates a grant program that supports local, voluntary partnerships to restore and protect fish and wildlife, improve water quality and enhance watershed health.
OWEB awards $70-$90 million per biennium in grants and manages an ongoing workload of previously awarded grants of approximately $125 million. OWEB works closely with landowners and local, state, tribal, and federal agencies to advance OWEB's mission and the goals of the Oregon Plan for Salmon and Watersheds. OWEB is responsible for reporting on its grant program and on the progress of implementing efforts under the Oregon Plan.
The Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board (OWEB) is a state agency that provides grants to help Oregonians take care of local streams, rivers, wetlands, and natural areas. Community members and landowners use scientific criteria to decide jointly what needs to be done to conserve and improve rivers and natural habitat in the places where they live. OWEB grants are funded from the Oregon Lottery, federal dollars, and salmon license plate revenue, among other funding sources. The agency is led by an 18-member citizen board drawn from the public at large, tribes, and federal and state natural resource agency boards and commissions.
Vision
OWEB is a leader in the conservation of Oregon's natural resources and enjoys strong public support for its contributions to community-based conservation, watershed health, and local economies.
Mission
To help protect and restore healthy watersheds and natural habitats that support thriving communities and strong economies.
Core Values
We are dedicated to OWEB's mission and take great pride that our programs support watershed health and empower local communities. Our work is deeply rewarding, and we are passionate about what we do. Our team is nimble, adaptable, and forward thinking, while remaining grounded in the grassroots history of watershed work in Oregon. With a strong understanding of our past, we are strategic about our future. We believe in working hard, while keeping our work environment innovative, productive, and fun. We are collaborative, both with each other and with outside partners and organizations. We place great value in continually improving what we do and how we do it.
2018 Strategic Plan
OWEB's 10-year strategic priorities are:
PURPOSE OF POSITION
The primary purpose of this position is to oversee and performs evaluations carrying out National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA) Section 106 responsibilities for Pacific Coastal Salmon Recovery Fund (PCSRF) projects delegated to OWEB by the National Marine Fisheries Service. This position is a subject-matter expert providing independent, professional evaluations and recommendations with minimal supervision based on knowledge and interpretation of broadly-worded federal and state laws, anthropological and archaeological training, and individual experience to evaluate, support, and carry out complex projects with potential significant impact on important cultural resources.
This applicant pool may be used to fill additional vacancies as they occur over the next three (3) months.
PROGRAM INFORMATION
OWEB's Monitoring and Reporting Program has primary responsibility for monitoring results of funded projects; collaborating with state, federal, Tribal, and local monitoring efforts; tracking and reporting performance; distributing data and information; and meeting federal reporting requirements including those associated with the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA). The program is lead on applying for and managing federal grant awards. The Monitoring and Reporting Program participates in the review of grant applications for and the management of monitoring grants. The program operates within the Board's Long Term Investment Strategy, designing and implementing effective monitoring of the agency's various types of investment (i.e., Open Solicitation, Focused Investment, Operating Capacity.
OWEB is committed to creating a workplace culture that understands and appreciates differences among people and is welcoming and inclusive to all. By fostering fairness and equity in its work culture, the Department strives to improve services for all Oregonians. We acknowledge that not all people have experienced equitable opportunities or fair treatment. We are committed to increasing our awareness and understanding of historic injustices and building a foundation for meaningful change. We value a wide range of professional and lived experiences, and people of underrepresented communities are strongly encouraged to apply.
Minimum Qualifications – Natural Resource Specialist 4
We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may not meet every one of our listed preferred qualifications. Lived experience may count towards the preferred qualifications. If you are excited about this position, we encourage you to apply. If you are unsure as to whether you meet the preferred qualifications of this position, please contact us to discuss your application.
Note: Master's degree in archaeology, anthropology, or closely related natural resources field, will substitute for up to one year of the required experience.
A Doctorate degree in archaeology, anthropology, or closely related natural resources field, will substitute for up to two years of the required experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Note: In addition to your related work experience and education, we will use both the minimum and preferred qualifications above to determine whom to interview. Please make sure all your relevant qualifications are clearly demonstrated in your application materials. Your application materials may be evaluated on spelling, grammar, punctuation, attention to detail, and presentation.
Working Conditions
Meetings are frequently scheduled out of the office, occasionally requiring overnight travel. Travel will be required for site inspections in the field which may occur during inclement weather, and may require walking on uneven terrain. Travel will also be required for public speaking, workshops, and meetings with applicants, grantees, and stakeholders. Attendance at evening and weekend meetings may be required. A valid drivers' license and an acceptable driving record are required.
SALARY INFORMATION
The State of Oregon conducts a pay equity analysis to determine what pay step within the salary range to offer the successful candidate based on the experience documented in your application. See below for salary ranges.
NON-PERS ELIGIBLE (Includes most new hires to state government. Employees typically gain PERS eligibility after six months of state service.)
NRS4 $5,396.00 – $8,292.00 Monthly
PERS ELIGIBLE (Typically current or former employees of Oregon state or local government, public schools, universities, etc.)
NRS4 $5,771.00 – $8, Monthly
*Please note there per the recent SEIU bargaining there will be a cost-of-living adjustment of 6.5% on December 1, 2023, to all union-represented employees. The rate above does not reflect this increase.
Benefits available to state employees include:
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The Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board does not offer visa sponsorships. Within three days of hire, all applicants will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security Form I-9, confirming authorization to work in the United States.
Veterans
If you are an eligible veteran and you meet the qualifications, veterans' preference points will be added to your score. For more information on veterans' preference points visit and select Veterans resources under Resources. Please do not attach veteran documentation to your initial application, after you have applied you will be sent a task in your Workday account to provide your veteran documentation at that time.
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