Assistant State Physical Anthropologist

Submitted: 09/03/2024
Submitted By: Guy Tasa
Department: Department of Archaeology and Historic Preservation
Institution: Washington State Historic Preservation Office
Job type: Temporary
Apply by: 09/19/2024
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Application URL: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/washington/jobs/4640437/assistant-state-physical-anthropologist-forensic-scientist-2-project

This recruitment will be used to fill a project position in the Anthropology Unit at the Washington Department of Archaeology and Historic Preservation (DAHP). The employment only has funding to last thru June 30, 2025, but may be extended. The DAHP is seeking a highly motivated Assistant State Physical Anthropologist. The assistant will work under the direction of the State Physical Anthropologist on the identification, removal, and re-interment of non-forensic human skeletal remains finds throughout the state of Washington. The assistant may also determine whether additional remains or archaeological deposits may be in a project area once an initial set of remains is identified, coordinate findings with the cemetery database manager, and fill out archaeological site forms. The assistant will assist the State Physical Anthropologist with the completion of case reports, data entry, site form completion, and official letter notifications. The assistant will assist with the administration of the grant program reimbursing property owners for the cost of the removal of human remains when the State Physical Anthropologist is unable to conduct removal activities themselves. The position requires travel statewide on short notice. The workstation is in Olympia, Washington.