Archeologist

Forest Historian

Serve as Forest Historian with responsibility for providing historical information not only as part of cultural resource compliance needs, but also in terms of interpretive information services to the public in various forms.

Write, edit, and prepare cultural resources interpretive information.

Interpret scientific research and data regarding cultural resources into formats appropriate for Forest recreational users and special interest groups.

Work with the Forest Public Information Officer and District Rangers to ensure that all cultural resources interpretive information reaching the public is scientifically accurate and conforms to Forest and Regional policy.

Act as liaison between the forest and Native American groups on the forest policy regarding Native American concerns and requests for archeological information.

Administer the cultural resources program including compliance surveys and clearances, interpretation, coordination with other resources, stabilization, permits, and priority of work assignments.

Identify the cultural resources requirements to be met in preparing environmental and planning documents.

Advise the Forest Supervisor and Management team on the requirements, impacts, and consequences of current legislation and directives affecting cultural resource management.

Coordinate and consult with State Historic Preservation Offices (SHPO). Works closely with SHPOs in carrying out historic preservations mandates, interpretive initiatives, National Register nominations, and overall program development.

Supervisory Responsibilities less than 20%.