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ASSOCIATE STATE ARCHAEOLOGIST
Department of Parks & Recreation —Sacramento County, CA
- $6,332 - $8,680 a month
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Research
- Mid-level
- Office
Cultural Resources Technician
SWCA Environmental Consultants —Sacramento, CA
- $21.73 - $28.68 an hour
- Temporary
- Background check
- Construction site
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Opportunities for advancement
On-Call Archaeologist
Stantec —Sacramento, CA
- $52,500 - $95,900 a year
- Temporary
- Office
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Driver's License
- Wellness program
- Health savings account
Associate Archaeologist | Field Director | Northern California
Chronicle Heritage —Sacramento, CA
- $36 - $38 an hour
- Overtime
- Microsoft Excel
- Construction site
- Mid-level
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Archaeological Technician - Temporary/On-Call
Far Western Anthropological Research Group, Inc. —Davis, CA
- $24.50 - $28.00 an hour
- Temporary
- CPR Certification
- Driver's License
- Bachelor's degree
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On-Call Staff Archaeologist | Field Technician | Northern California
Chronicle Heritage —Sacramento, CA
- $20 - $28 an hour
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Construction site
- Mid-level
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On Call Archaeological/Cultural Resource Technician
Langan Engineering & Environmental Services —Sacramento, CA
- $22 - $35 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Microsoft Word
- Construction site
- Laboratory experience
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Senior Archaeologist
ICF —Sacramento, CA
- $73,770 - $125,408 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- 5 years
- Office
- Master's degree
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Tuition reimbursement
Cultural Resources Project Manager
HELIX ENVIRONMENTAL PLANNING, INC. —Sacramento, CA
- $80,000 - $110,000 a year
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- 6 years
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
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Senior Archaeologist | Project Manager | California
Chronicle Heritage —Sacramento, CA
- $80,000 - $90,000 a year
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Senior Cultural Resources Specialist
NICHOLS CONSULTING ENGINEERS CHTD —Sacramento, CA
- $135,000 - $160,000 a year
- Full-time
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SUPERVISOR, CULTURAL RESOURCES PROGRAM
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Department of Parks & Recreation —Sacramento County, CA
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ASSOCIATE STATE ARCHAEOLOGIST

Department of Parks & Recreation -
Sacramento County, CA

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$6,332 - $8,680 a month

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Job Posting: ASSOCIATE STATE ARCHAEOLOGIST

Department of Parks & Recreation

JC-525493

ASSOCIATE STATE ARCHAEOLOGIST
ASSOCIATE STATE ARCHAEOLOGIST

$6,332.00 - $8,680.00 per Month
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 8/14/2026

Job Description and Duties

ASSOCIATE STATE ARCHAEOLOGIST – OFFICE OF HISTORIC PRESERVATION / ARCHAEOLOGY AND PROJECT REVIEW / SACRAMENTO

The reporting location for this position is Headquarters in Sacramento, CA. This position will work under the general direction of the Senior State Archeologist.

The Associate State Archeologist performs, with considerable independence and accountability, the more difficult and complex work in cultural resources management (CRM) and archaeological research mandated for the Office of Historic Preservation by applying both federal and state rules, regulations, guidelines, and best practices. The Associate State Archeologist reviews and comments on or prepares documents that deal with historic properties identification, evaluation, treatment, and registration. Makes recommendations and performs actions that may assist in preserving or otherwise addressing historic properties. The incumbent may assist management in developing policies, guidelines and standards that would be used by internal and external stakeholders to identify, evaluate, document, and manage cultural resources under applicable environmental and historic preservation laws and regulations. The position reports to the Office of Historic Preservation in Downtown Sacramento.

Training and Development Assignments may be considered.

This position is designated as telework eligible-office centered.

State housing is not available.For further information regarding this position, please contact Brendon Greenaway at 916-445-7000 or e-mail [email protected].

This recruitment may be used to fill identical vacancies which may occur within 180 days of the Final Filing Date of this job posting.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Position Details

Job Code #:

JC-525493

Position #(s):

549-084-2809-010

549-084-2809-007

Working Title:

ASSOCIATE STATE ARCHAEOLOGIST

Classification:

ASSOCIATE STATE ARCHAEOLOGIST

$6,332.00 - $8,680.00

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions:

Multiple

Work Location:

Sacramento County

Telework:

Hybrid

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Facility:

CA Office of Historic Preservation

Department Information

The mission of California State Parks is to provide for the health, inspiration, and education of the people of California by helping to preserve the state's extraordinary biological diversity, protecting its most valued natural and cultural resources, and creating opportunities for high-quality outdoor recreation.

All employees are responsible for contributing to an inclusive, safe, and secure work environment that values diverse cultures, perspectives, and experiences, and is free from discrimination.

Department Website: http://www.parks.ca.gov

Special Requirements

Statement of Qualifications

In addition to the Standard State Application (STD 678), all interested applicants are required to submit a Statement of Qualification (SOQ). The SOQ shall be titled “Statement of Qualifications – (Your full name).” Please limit your SOQ to a maximum of 2 pages, 11-point Arial font, and 1-inch margins.

The SOQ should address your experience working within 36 CFR Part 800, the regulations that implement Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA). Please provide a written statement that provides a detailed description of your specific experience working in support of a project review conducted for federal undertakings subject to compliance with NHPA Section 106. In your statement, please identify and include the discrete steps found at 36 CFR Part 800 and discuss them as they relate to your work experience dealing with the identification of historic properties and assessing and mitigating effects to them if necessary.

Cover letters and resumes do not take the place of the SOQ. Applicants who do not follow these requirements may be disqualified from the examination.

Candidates that believe they meet the Minimum qualifications based on a pattern of education from the classification description (specifications) must provide a copy of your degree/transcripts and/or license along with your application (STD. 678) to be considered for this position. If selected for the position transcripts will be required prior to appointment.

DO NOT include any confidential information to your application or supporting documents (i.e., Social Security Number, birthdate, marital status, medical information, examination results, method of eligibility, etc.)

SROA/SURPLUS Applicants: You must check the SROA/Surplus as your claimed method of eligibility and attach your SROA/Surplus letter as an additional document.

Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date: 8/14/2026

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

How To Apply

Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

Department of Parks & Recreation

Administrative Services Division

Attn: Classification and Hiring Unit

P.O. Box 942896

Sacramento, CA 94296-0001

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Department of Parks & Recreation

Administrative Services Division

Classification and Hiring Unit

715 P Street

Sacramento, CA 95814

08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.
Statement of Qualifications - Please see "Special Requirements"

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Contact Information

The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Department Website: http://www.parks.ca.gov

Hiring Unit Contact:
Brendon Greenaway
(916) 445-7000
[email protected]

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact:
Sharon Comas - EEO Office
(916) 653-9990
[email protected]

California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Additional Instructions

If submitting your completed Application Package by mail or hand delivery, you must include the Position # 549-084-2809-007 and the Job Control # JC-525493 in the “Examination or Job Title for which you are applying” section on the STD. 678.

Note: If you are applying for multiple positions, you must complete a STD. 678 for each position separately. Incomplete applications or applications received with multiple positions listed on one application will not be considered.

Employment History on the STD 678 must be complete and include dates, accurate hours per week, total time worked, duties and responsibilities, and contact names and phone numbers of supervisors. Failure to submit a completed STD 678 may result in you being screened out. Only the most qualified candidates will be invited to an interview.

Eligibility Information

To be appointed you must satisfy one of the following requirements:

List Eligibility – Successfully complete the civil service exam for ASSOCIATE STATE ARCHAEOLOGIST. Click here for more information on how to apply for the exam. NOTE: Please refer to the exam bulletin for the frequency of administration of this exam.

Transfer Eligibility – Must have current employment with the State of California in the same classification or in a classification that is comparable. If in a different classification, you must meet the minimum qualifications (see Minimum Qualifications section and associated links above).

Reinstatement Eligibility – Previously obtained permanent employment with the State of California in the same classification or in a classification that is comparable. If in a different classification, you must meet the minimum qualifications (see Minimum Qualifications section and associated links above).

In some special circumstances, candidates who meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position, but who do not have one of the types of eligibility listed above, may be hired. However, this is rare, and the preferred method of appointment is through list eligibility as described above.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.

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