Job Description
This position is currently open. Public?:
Public Division:
Cultural Preservation Reports To:
Historic Preservation Director Type of Position:
Regular Full Time Location:
Absentee Shawnee Tribe / 2025 S. Gordon Cooper Dr. / Shawnee, OK 74801 General Description The position reports to the Historic Preservation Department Director and is responsible for the protecting and preserving of sacred objects, archeological sites, significant areas of interest, and archives significant to the Absentee Shawnee culture and history. Responsibilities & Duties Protect and preserve the Absentee Shawnee's Cultural Resources. Help in monitoring the Tribal Historic Preservation projects and follow the guidelines of the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA), the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA), the Archaeological Resources Protection Act of 1979 (ARPA), the Executive Order 13007 Indian Sacred Sites, and other executive orders and secretary's orders. Review and consult on all TCNS notification from both government agencies and the private industry in accordance with Section 106 reviews. Assist the THPO office's programs on other consultations concerning NHPA Section 106 reviews from both government agencies and the private industry. Read, analyze, and interpret historical documents, anthropological documents, archeological reports, professional journals, technical manuals, government regulations, and geographic maps. Maintain records of TCNS projects consulted on for future access by the THPO office. Interact with other THPO departments and agencies to research history in identified significant geographic areas. Develop and maintain relationships with consulting incorporations, government agencies, state SHPO offices, other THPO offices, and the National Park Service. Attend meetings related to various projects/consultations and communicate information from THPO office, attend trainings and conferences related to tribal historic preservation, and travel to areas of interest and consultations. Write reports, business correspondences and interact with consulting corporations and general public. Monitor culturally significant areas on a regular basis and assist with events associated with the Historic Preservation Department. Must adhere to Absentee Shawnee Tribe Personnel Policies and Drug and Alcohol Policies. Perform other duties as assigned by the Historic Preservation Department Director. Qualifications Education and Qualifications High School Graduate or GED Equivalent. Bachelor's Degree in Geography, History, Anthropology, or Archeology and/or equivalent combination of 2-5 years of education and practical work experience. Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of information. Must have computer knowledge and experience with Microsoft software, GIS program capabilities and GPS Unit operation. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from clients and general public. Must have attention to detail and high level of accuracy and must have excellent writing ability for preparing reports and correspondence. Able to organize/prioritize multiple tasks effectively and effective organizational skills for maintaining files and other documents. Understand the importance of cultural preservation, and possess cultural awareness and sensitivity to all situations. Must have excellent customer service skills, able to work with diverse groups, and have solid interpersonal skill to work well with others. Effective oral and written communication skills. Must be able to pass a drug test for pre-employment for the Tribe Must have a valid Oklahoma Driver's License. Must be able to pass a background check. Physical Requirements and Working Conditions Able to travel frequently, and access areas of interest. Must be able to sit, stand, stoop, bend or kneel for long periods of time. Sitting or standing or walking for long period of time; occasional bending, squatting, kneeling, stooping; good finger dexterity and feeling; frequent repetitive motions; talking hearing and visual acuity. Frequent lifting (up to 15 lbs) Occasional lifting (up to 30 lbs) The Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma (AST) is committed to Equal Employment without regard to race, religion, color, gender, national origin, age, disability, or sexual orientation. However, in accordance with the Indian Preference Act (Title 25 U.S. Code 472 and 473) preference in filling vacancies are given to qualified Indian candidates. AST will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and its amendments. Native American Preference/EEO/Drug Free/Smoke Free Workplace Posted Date:
1 week 12 hours ago Closing Date:
Friday, June 19, 2026 Tribal Preference/Native American Preference/EEO/Smoke Free/Drug Free Workplace Indian preference applies to all positions, but all resumes will be accepted. Forward Completed Absentee Shawnee Tribe applications with resume to: Absentee Shawnee Tribe Human Resources Department 2025 South Gordon Cooper Dr. Shawnee, OK 74801 Fax:
405-273-2710 Email:
HR@astribe.com
