NWIC Researcher (Research Technician I), Temporary

This position is only open to Sonoma State University Employees

Application Process

This position is open until filled. For full consideration, please submit application, along with cover letter and resume, by 8am on Thursday, January 2, 2025.

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

Job Summary

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.

Key Qualifications

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. 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.

Salary and Benefits

Starting salary placement depends on qualifications and experience and is anticipated to be in the range of $3,680 to $4,203 a month. This is a full time, temporary, non-exempt position. Reappointment to this position is dependent upon the individual's performance as well as administrative and budgetary considerations. The university reserves the right to terminate this appointment earlier than the scheduled expiration date.

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 and a Personal Holiday that may be taken any time during the 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.

Supplemental Information

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 Affirmative 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.

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