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The Great Basin Institute, founded at the University of Nevada, Reno in 1998, is a mission-driven non-profit organization headquartered in the eastern foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountains. GBI has been a leader in the conservation stewardship field for over two and half decades, supporting thousands of individuals pursuing a career in public land management or advancing their academic standing. In partnership with Devils Postpile National Monument (DEPO), GBI seeks to hire one archaeology crew member. 

The NPS is responsible for protecting and managing over 420 individual “units”, including 63 National Parks, 74 National Historic Sites, and other designated areas such as battlefields, monuments, nature preserves, and more.

This position will begin in May-June conducting background research and developing the technical approach for the project.   

The necessary skills needed to perform well in this position are as follows:

1. Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
2. Good communication abilities, both written and oral.
3. An interest in cultural history and/or archeology and the management of
information pertaining to these fields.
4. Database management and/or GIS knowledge and experience.
5. Cultural history research and writing skills.
6. Demonstrated ability to design, implement, and complete archeological research (through to reporting).

The NPS will collaborate with Great Basin Institute in the hiring process to assist in determining the best candidates.

Field Archeologist: This position will be available during the peak season (typically June-October).   This position will work closely with the lead archeologist to survey, assess, and monitor archeological sites.  This person will conduct and compile archival research to fulfill project goals.  They will work under the guidance of YOSE cultural resource and curatorial staff to conduct site and collections inventories.  This position will assist the Lead Archeologist and may be extended beyond the peak season if there is a need and funding is available.

Housing:
On-site housing within Devils Postpile National Monument may be available for these positions during the peak season of June to October.  Housing within the park consists of small, single or double occupancy, one room cabins and furnished canvas tents.  Electricity is available within these housing units, but other amenities are available in the Employee Facility. The Employee Facility includes a shared kitchen, restrooms and shower rooms. It also has a shared lounge area with satellite TV.  Internet and television use satellite connections that may not have consistent reception.  The monthly rent for a cabin is typically less than $500 month. Canvas tents are located on plywood platforms and are furnished with bed(s) and electricity, but they have no water nor kitchen facilities.   Inexpensive camping options and off-site dormitory housing may also be available. No on-site park housing will be available outside of the peak season (typically June-October).  However, off-site dormitory housing may be available for rent at Mammoth Lakes, Lee Vining, or Mono City on a case-by-case basis.   

Vehicle Access Restrictions: Reds Meadow Road is the only vehicle access to Devils Postpile National Monument.  This road is not maintained in winter and only opens when road conditions are safe for public travel.  Due to road construction Reds Meadow Road will not open for public access before June 7, 2024 and will only be open to the public Friday mornings at 9:00 AM until Sunday evenings at 7:00 PM. Reds Meadow Road will be closed 24 hours per day for construction work Sunday at 11:00 PM through Friday morning at 9:00 AM.  When the road is not open to the public, employee and park resident’s vehicles will only be permitted in and out of Reds Meadow twice a day in scheduled caravans that guide them through the construction The park is scheduled to close to the public on October 27, if snow storms or other weather events do not cause it to be closed for the season at an earlier date.  No in-park housing is available when the park is closed for the season. It is recommended that applicants bring their own personal vehicle but it is not required. Government vehicles are available to car-pool between the NPS offices in the town of Mammoth Lakes and the park.  Once in town, there is bus service within Mammoth Lakes, but there is much to explore in the surrounding area.   

The Archaeology Crew Member position provides professional development and leadership opportunities in cultural resource management including increased exposure and responsibility enacting NPS processes, procedures, and compliance measures; assisting in reporting and data entry/quality assurance and control; and increased technical experience. Expanded opportunities and exposure to additional disciplines (e.g., forestry, wildlife, hydrology, etc.) and projects may exist.

This position will be available during the peak season (typically June-October).  

This position will work closely with the lead archeologist to survey, assess, and monitor archeological sites.  This person will conduct and compile archival research to fulfill project goals.  They will work under the guidance of YOSE cultural resource and curatorial staff to conduct site and collection inventories.  This position will assist the Lead Archeologist and may be extended beyond the peak season if there is a need and funding is available.

This physically demanding work, often in remote locations, will provide Archaeology Crew Leads with rewarding exposure to some of California’s backcountry forested landscapes. These positions require extensive hiking in steep terrain at high altitudes (5,000-9,000 ft.) with heavy packs on a daily basis, possibly during extreme or inclement weather conditions such as heat, snow or rain. Work schedules, generally four 10-hour days with 3 days off each week, are subject to change depending on weather and project needs. 

Successful applicant must complete a Department of Interior (DOI) Background Investigation (BI) or submit paperwork to NPS human resources indicating an active and fully adjudicated BI has already been completed prior to beginning position. If you already have a fully adjudicated BI, please let us know in your application.