NWIC Researcher, Research Technician , Temporary

NWIC Researcher, Research Technician I, Temporary

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Work type: Staff
Location: Sonoma
Categories: Unit 9 - CSUEU - Technical Support Services, Temporary, Full Time, Research, On-site (work in-person at business location)

This position is open until filled. For full consideration, please submit application, along with cover letter and resume, by 8am on Wednesday, April 29, 2026.

Please review the position description listed above for full scope of responsibilities and qualifications.

Reporting to and under immediate supervision of the Director of the Northwest Information Center, the NWIC Researcher provides historical resources data to practicing public and private consultants as well as to local, state, and federal agency representatives by gathering, analyzing, and synthesizing historical resources data. The incumbent serves as a professional contact point for consultants and members of the general public regarding historical resources and environmental/historic preservation laws and the fields of archaeology, history, and architectural history;

and, enters historical resource and report information into the NWIC database and geographic information system (GIS) as requested.

This position requires the equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university, including or supplemented by a course in statistics and one year of experience in technical research or statistical work. Additional experience which has demonstrated that the incumbent has acquired and successfully applied the knowledges and abilities delineated above may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.

One year of graduate study in the social sciences, economics, mathematics, statistics, public or business administration, or engineering fields may be substituted for the required experience. Completion of a graduate program in a related field is highly preferred. Two years experienced conducting historical resources records searches and experience at one of the California Historical Resources Information Centers preferred. Intermediate proficiency with computers;
Adobe programs, Google Suite and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel) required. Knowledge of Environmental Systems Research Institute (ESRI) (including proficiency with USGS topographic maps) software and systems and Peoplesoft preferred.

This is a full time, non-exempt position, which will lead toward permanent status following the successful completion of a probationary period. The CSU Classification Step Range for this position is $4,595 - $6,694 per month (step 1 - step 20). Step placement will be determined based on relevant qualifications and professional experience. Step placement upon appointment is not expected to exceed Step 1 ($4,595).

This position is eligible for a broad range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurances, retirement (CalPERS), tuition waiver, vacation and sick leave. In addition, 15 paid holidays are offered each year. Sonoma State University is also a Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) Employer.

A comprehensive benefits summary for this position is available online by clicking here to be taken to the CSU benefits page.

For eligible employees, CSUEU collective bargaining agreement Article 17.10 will be honored.

Sonoma State University is committed to achieving excellence through teaching, scholarship, learning and inclusion. In line with our Strategic Plan and our Seawolf Commitment, our values include diversity, sustainability, community engagement, respect, responsibility, excellence and integrity. We strive to cultivate a community in which a diverse population can learn and work in an atmosphere of civility and respect. We encourage innovation, experimentation and creativity, as well as contributions to equity and inclusion, in the pursuit of excellence for all members of our university community.

The University is an Affiliated Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, or protected veteran status. Mandated Reporting:
This position may be considered a "mandated reporter" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

CSU Out of State Policy - Sonoma State University, as part of the CSU system, is a State of California Employer. As such, the University requires all employees upon date of hire to reside in the State of California. As of January 1, 2022 the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of…