Cultural Resources Technician - ECDP

Colorado State University - Center for Environmental Management of Military Lands

Bellows AFS, HI

Position Summary

Are you ready to join a nationwide community of passionate conservation professionals?

Do you want to gain the skills and experience needed to launch your conservation career?

Are you interested in conserving the incredible natural and cultural resources on our nation’s military lands?

If so, the CEMML Early Career Development Program (ECDP) might be just what you are looking for!

Our program offers practical experience in archaeology, public history, archival research, and cultural resources management and planning. Ideal for students, recent graduates, and early-career professionals. You’ll have the opportunity to earn college credits (and money!), connect with mentors, and build a valuable professional network. You’ll learn about federal land management while gaining real-world experience to advance your career in cultural resources.

Guided by experienced Resource Managers and Specialists, you’ll engaging hands‑on environmental management projects, developing practical skills, and enhancing your professional growth.

Paid, temporary positions are available with CSU CEMML at military installations across the United States and at CSUs main campus. These positions include internships, mentorships, and early‑career opportunities through CEMML’s ECDP. No military affiliation is required to apply.

Ready to take the next step in your conservation career? Join us and make a difference!

A Cultural Resources Technician position is available with the Colorado State University (CSU) Center for Environmental Management of Military Lands (CEMML). This entry‑level position will support the Cultural Resources Management (CRM) Program at Bellows Air Force Station (AFS), HI with a combination of fieldwork and office tasks. The technician will visit archaeological sites to gather data, conduct inventories and assessments, and perform historical and archival research.

The position entails developing Section 106 documentation and corresponding with the State of Hawaii Historic Preservation Division (SHPD). The position requires a strong familiarity with Native Hawaiian Organizations (NHOs) and community outreach and public education.

Potential duties will include but are not limited to the tasks below:

• Archaeological field‑data collection, entry, and/or management
• Archaeological inventory and/or assessment
• National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA) support including Section 106 compliance
• State of Hawaii Historic Preservation Division (SHPD) correspondence and/or documentation
• Update and/or maintain Bellows AFS’s Integrated Cultural Resource Management Plan (ICRMP)
• Historical and/or archival research
• Community Outreach, volunteer coordination, and/or public education with local communities and NHOs

The ECDP does not provide relocation or housing stipends.

The position will require the ability to drive all‑terrain vehicles (ATVs).

Must be able to comply with all applicable regulations to obtain a Department of Defense Common Access Card (CAC).

Must have an interest in pursuing a career in federal lands management.

Pursuing a B.S. in archaeology, history, anthropology, historic preservation, or cultural resources‑related field (at least a sophomore standing).

Experience using Microsoft Office Suite.

Must have a valid driver’s license for operating federal vehicles.

Must be able to pass a federal background investigation to obtain a Department of Defense Installation Access Pass.

The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. by proposed start date; CEMML will not provide visa sponsorship for this position.

Field data collection, NHPA compliance, outreach with Native Hawaiian Organizations, plan updates.