Job Details

Description

We are anticipating additional future opportunities for growth with our NAGPRA specialized team. The NAGPRA Coordinator will be responsible for overseeing repatriation efforts relating to the Federal Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA- 25 U.S.C. §§ 3001-13) and its accompanying regulations (43 C.F.R. §§ I0.1-.17) as well as relevant State legislation including CalNAGPRA (AB978) and its amendments (i.e., AB275, AB389). They will lead the Morongo NAGPRA committee and must remain engaged during each step of the repatriation process, always remaining committed to the current repatriation goals of the Morongo Band of Mission Indians. Furthermore, the NAGPRA Coordinator will strive to present informational reports and documentation that will enable informed decision-making regarding repatriation efforts for both the Morongo NAGPRA Committee and Morongo Tribal Council.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in the field of Law, Anthropology, Museum Studies, Native American Studies, or related field; Master's Degree preferred
• A minimum of 3 years of professional experience demonstrating knowledge and understanding of procedures and compliance with the Federal Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA- 25 U.S.C. §§ 3001-13) and its accompanying regulations (43 C.F.R. §§ I0.1-.17) as well as relevant State legislation including CalNAGPRA (AB978) and its amendments (i.e., AB275, AB389).
• Strong comprehension of NAGPRA associated documentation
• Experience working with culturally significant materials; experience in processing and cataloguing culturally significant materials preferred
• Knowledge of Southern California Tribal history, culture, and lifeways for both Federally and Non-Federally recognized Tribes
• An "all hands-on deck" mentality
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of classified/sensitive information.