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Below are the current listings for employment opportunities with Sierra Forensic Consulting. Please reach out to Shane@SierraForensicConsulting.com with a full resume/CV for consideration.
Archaeologist / Heritage and Cataloguing Manager
Posted 11/14/25
Resume Review: 11/21/25
Duties
• Site Consultation: Consult on the identification and evaluation of potential heritage sites within construction project areas, ensuring compliance with Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act and related federal regulations.
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• Artifact Cataloguing: Apply advanced museum science methodologies to identify, inventory, and catalogue cultural artifacts discovered during construction activities.
• Heritage Materials Handling: Provide archaeological expertise in the proper handling and detailed documentation of human remains and cultural materials from both precontact and post-contact societies within project development zones.
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• GIS/GPS Mapping: Create, edit, and maintain Geographic Information System (GIS) and Global Positioning System (GPS) maps for Sierra Forensic Consulting, Inc. projects, supporting archaeological consulting and heritage management objectives.
• Professional Expertise: Leverage practical professional experience and training to enhance project outcomes and ensure adherence to best practices in heritage management and cataloguing.
• Team Collaboration: Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure accurate reporting and preservation of cultural resources, and contribute to developing internal protocols for artifact management and site evaluation.
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Position Requirements
• Education: Master’s degree or higher in Heritage and Museum Science (with a concentration in Heritage Management).
• Experience: At least one year of professional experience in archaeological consulting, artifact cataloguing, and GIS/GPS mapping.
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Terms of Employment
• Hours: 40 hours per week.
• Hourly Wage: $31.17 or higher per hour (equivalent to $64,834 or higher annually). • Location: On-site in the Sacramento/Colfax, California area (Northern California) with limited remote work as needed.
• Benefits: A comprehensive benefits package will be provided, reflecting industry standards.
Key benefits include:
o Health Insurance: Employer-sponsored medical, dental, and vision coverage.
o Retirement Plan: 401(k) plan with employer contributions
o Paid Time Off: Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
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Please send resume/CV to Shane@SierraForensicConsulting.com