Tribal Historic Preservation Officer Closing 8/08/25 (Kingston)

The mission of the Port Gamble S’Klallam Tribal Department of Public Safety is to protect life and property, maintain order, investigate crimes, enforce all applicable laws and ordinances, protect natural resources, enforce Port Gamble S’Klallam Tribal Fishing, Hunting, and Forest codes, investigate violations, arrest and issue citations on violators within the boundaries of the Port Gamble S’Klallam Reservation and within the boundaries of the Point No Point Treaty Area. The Port Gamble S’Klallam Tribe, originally known as the Nux Sklai Yem or The Strong People, are descendants of the Salish peoples with ancestral ties to the Kitsap Peninsula that date back at least 1,000 years. Many of the Port Gamble S’Klallam’s members—totaling over 1,400—live on the Tribe’s reservation, which is located on the northern tip of Kitsap County in Washington state, near the neighboring towns of Kingston, Poulsbo, Indianola, Hansville, Port Gamble, and Bainbridge Island. Kitsap County is known for its outdoor recreational opportunities—including a well-maintained trail system—as well as award-winning restaurants, highly-ranked public schools, and picturesque, friendly communities. Plus Kitsap County is one of the most affordable places to live in western Washington, offering the charm of small-town life with access to the hustle-and-bustle of downtown Seattle, which is only a relaxing 30-minute ferry ride away. The Port Gamble S’Klallam Tribe offers a generous compensation package that includes medical/dental/vision benefits, short-term and long-term disability, 401k plan, PTO, and paid holidays, including your birthday. Also including n on-site library, coffee shop, fitness center, health clinic (with access to massage therapy, physical therapy, behavioral health, medical/dental and women’s health). Salary is competitive with range dependent on experience and individual qualifications. JOB SUMMARY The Tribal Historic Preservation Officer protects, preserves, and manages the Port Gamble S’Klallam Tribes (PGST) cultural resources. This position is responsible for the coordination of and advocacy for, the Tribe’s historic preservation and cultural resources with external governments. This position requires extensive knowledge of PGST culture, community ties, with a strong commitment to cultural preservation, proficient oral and written communication skills, strong organization, clerical, and planning skills. DUTIES INCLUDE: >Coordinating cultural restoration and preservation in compliance with the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA), Sec. 106 consultation and archival regulations. >Establish and maintain relationships with external goverments pertaining to all aspects of historic preservation and cultural resource management. >Ensuring compliance with consultation requirements with the the Tribe for all governments, including attending meetings, correspondence, and research. >Serving as the liaison for Tribal Council to ensure the cultural resources management plan and goals are implemented. >Be the primary contact for tribal archaeological finds ensuring preservations of known cultural sites, liase with local museums, governments and agencies. >Coordinate Cultural Reviews with Natural Resources Environmental Program Managers. >Map and analyzes known, probable and candidate sites and artifacts, documents and inventories of cultural and historical findings. >Directly participate in field work and research for historic preservation and cultural resource management projects, as necessary. >Engage tribal member participation in ceremonies and repatriation. >Prepare quarterly and annual reports on the status of THPO updates, projects, and research. >Provide public information, education, training and technical assistance in historic preservation. >Ensure that professional and accurate records are kept. >Other duties as assigned. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: >Regularly required to finger, handle, reach with hands and arms >Frequently required to walk, sit, stand >Occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds >Normal audio and visual acuity >Occasionally requires working outdoors, traversing varying ground conditions. JOB QUALIFICATIONS: >This position is eligible to be considered for routine/situational remote work as allowed by the Working Remotely Policy >This position is eligible to be considered for an alternative work schedule as allowed by the Working Remotely Policy >This position isn’t required to work during emergency closures TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: >Local, Statewide, and out of state travel may be required. EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS: >Bachelor’s degree in archaeology or anthropology and 3 years of job related experience, or, an Associate’s degree and 5 years of job related experience required. Those with at least 3 years of job related experience and are actively enrolled in a related college degree program are also eligible to apply. >Experience and knowledge of archaeology or cultural resource management is required. >Driver’s License - Required EXPERIENCE: >3 years required in public relations, managing budgets and providing community service. >Experience working with tribal community and administration. >Experience with public speaking and PGST specific representation. >Ability to work independently and as a team member. >Positive personality with strong work ethic. >Must have knowledge and close connection to PGST culture, history, and community, and be willing to engage in ceremonies and traditions. To apply, please submit your resume, education credentials, and a cover letter on our employment website www.pgst.nsn.us/employment.