Cultural Resources Preservation Analyst - Conservation Lands & Resources

Job Description Summary

Department - Conservation Lands & Resources

Job Type: Unclassified

Job Classification: 1328 - Cultural Resources Preservation Analyst

Salary Grade: 15

Pay Range: $69,908 - $97,864 Annually

Hiring Range: $69,908 - $83,886 Annually

Range Explanation:

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Pima County Conservation Lands & Resources is seeking a Cultural Resources Preservation Analyst to help steward and protect the County’s diverse cultural and historic resources. This position supports cultural resource monitoring and documentation on County lands, contributes to research and planning efforts, and plays a role in public education and volunteer stewardship programs. Working under the direction of the Cultural Resources Preservation Manager, the Analyst collaborates with Tribal governments, agencies, and community partners to support responsible, long-term management of cultural resources across Pima County.

This position supports the stewardship and protection of Pima County’s cultural resources through a combination of fieldwork, research, public education, and interagency collaboration. Under the supervision of the Cultural Resources Preservation Manager, responsibilities include conducting archival and GIS-based background research, performing cultural resources field surveys and assessments, and monitoring conservation lands and easements. The role involves data entry, analysis, and report preparation, as well as facilitating educational programs for the public.

The position assists in updating management plans, supporting volunteer programs, including the Site Steward Program, and coordinating with Tribal governments, agencies, and stakeholders under the guidance of the Preservation Manager.

This classification is in the unclassified service and is exempt from the Pima County Merit System Rules.

• Conducts background research using archival sources, County databases, and GIS tools;
• Performs field monitoring and cultural resource assessments on County conservation lands and easements in response to reports or observed impacts;
• Conducts pedestrian surveys and document cultural resources, including preparation of required reports;
• Enters and analyzes data to support report production and project documentation;
• Develops and presents educational programming and materials for public engagement and volunteer stewardship;
• Performs conditional assessments of cultural resources and provide findings and recommendations to the Preservation Manager;
• Assists with collaboration and consultation involving Tribal governments, agencies, local jurisdictions, and other stakeholders;
• Supports the development and delivery of materials and training for the Site Steward Program;
• Assists with revisions to cultural resource management plans for County-managed lands.

Bachelor’s degree (B.A or B.S.) from an accredited college or university in history, archaeology, anthropology, historic preservation, or a closely related field as defined by the department head at the time of recruitment AND two years of experience in cultural resources management, historic preservation or a related field as determined by the department head at the time of recruitment.

Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see resume" on your application.

• Master’s degree (M.A. or M.S.) from an accredited university in history, archaeology, anthropology, historic preservation, or a closely related field as defined by the department head at the time of recruitment.
• Minimum four (4) years experience in cultural resources management, historic preservation, or archaeology.
• Minimum two (2) years professional experience conducting archaeological or historic preservation…