M.A. in Heritage Management at UH Hilo

Seasonal GS-9 Archeologist position through the National Park Service. This position will support cultural resource management and preservation work along the trail corridor and associated park lands on Hawaiʻi Island.
Duties may include archaeological survey and documentation, GIS data collection, monitoring and compliance support, trail and historic property preservation projects, and collaboration with Native Hawaiian communities, lineal descendants, and partner organizations.
This is a great opportunity for individuals interested in Hawaiian archaeology, historic preservation, trail stabilization, and community-based stewardship work.
This position is eligible under the Department of the Interior’s new Field Unit Local Hiring Authority (P.L. 119-74), which allows DOI to directly appoint qualified individuals living within the local vicinity (Hawaiʻi Island) into this GS-9 National Park Service position, giving preference to local hires.
The announcement closes on May 22, 2026.
More information and application details can be found here:
USAJOBS – Seasonal Archeologist Position
Please feel free to share with anyone who may be interested.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact
Tanya Souza or Rick Gmirkin at [email protected] or 808-430-5213.

LYMAN MUSEUM
POSITION DESCRIPTION

POSITION TITLE: Archivist (part-time)

DEPARTMENT: Archives / Collections and Exhibits

JOB SUMMARY: Is responsible for management and administration of all aspects of the Museum’s Archives as well as records management for the Museum. This position reports directly to the Curator of Collections and Exhibits.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

o Provides limited reference services to internal and external customers by granting access, interpreting finding aids, giving instruction on the proper handling of materials, and providing knowledge of the archival collections relevant to the individual researcher’s needs. May respond in person, by telephone, or by e-mail. May refer researchers to other resources, as needed.

o Processes new acquisitions and additions to the Archives.

o Processes and collects fees for Archives services from customers.

o Maintains and preserves archival collections to appropriate conservation standards. Preserves archival materials by identifying endangered materials and level of conservation work needed; provides basic repair and preventive preservation.

o Implements Museum’s records management system and procedures.

o Maintains archival collections management information, including up-to-date shelf list inventory and transfer records.

o Provides archival and general assistance in developing both permanent and special exhibits.

o Prepares photos from the John Howard Pierce Photography Project collection, for weekly submission to the Hawaii Tribune-Herald for publication and community assistance in identifying the photos’ subject matter.

o Trains and supervises volunteers and/or interns in the Archives.

o When directed, researches grant sources and helps write grant proposals to aid Archives/Collections and Exhibits.

This description does not limit the duties and/or responsibilities of this position.

AN EQUIVALENT COMBINATION OF EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE MAY BE CONSIDERED IN SUPPORT OF THE FOLLOWING:

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Minimum Educational Requirements: Earned B.A. in History or other relevant field. M.L.I.S. desirable. Knowledge of Hawaiʻi’s history and culture, prehistoric to present day.

Minimum of 2 years’ experience related to the following responsibilities:

Experience in archival processing and administration; knowledge of contemporary archival and records management principles and practices, local research tools, and finding aids. Strong research capabilities.

Knowledge of descriptive cataloguing principles, MARC 21 format, and archives use of the Internet; knowledge of Encoded Archival Description (EAD) and HTML.

Experience using various archival tools and equipment, such as book scanners, video converter, and microfilm.

Training or experience in conservation of archival materials.

High level of competence in computer database management, word processing, and Internet use; knowledge of relevant software programs such as Past Perfect and Microsoft Word.

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written.

Excellent attention to detail and accuracy with strong organizational and prioritization skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and duties simultaneously, and to work equally effectively with minimal supervision and in a team setting.

Physically able to read small fine print, retrieve and return archival artifacts from various types of shelving or storage, carry heavy boxes, or other manual efforts required to fulfill responsibilities. Able to lift 35 lbs. and to climb ladders.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Frequently sit, perform desk-based computer tasks, talk, and hear.

Occasionally stand, walk, write by hand, lift and/or carry, push and/or pull objects weighing up to 35 lbs.

Rarely twist, bend, stoop, squat, crawl, climb, reach or work above shoulder height, and grasp forcefully.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Work may occasionally involve exposure to mold, dust, and chemical residues.

Work is typically conducted Monday through Friday during normal business hours. A part-time work schedule will be arranged.

You will be working in a friendly and supportive environment consisting of dedicated fellow employees—a true ʻohana!

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay range: $16.82/hour--$17.97/hour
Based on this compensation range, pay is commensurate with job-related experience, skills and competencies, education, and other organizational needs.

Benefits for part-time employment include six (6) federal holidays, limited vacation and sick leave, and participation in the Museum’s pension plan with TIAA-CREF.

HOW TO APPLY:

To apply, please download the Application for Employment form from the Lyman Museum website, complete it, and mail it via USPS together with a letter stating why you are interested in this position and how you are qualified for it, plus a curriculum vitae or résumé, to: Interview Committee, Lyman Museum, 276 Haili Street, Hilo, HI 96720. No AI compositions, electronic submissions, or phone calls, please.

Date: April 15, 2026

Aloha kākou. This event is in-person only.

We are now accepting applications for the Fall 2025 MA cohort. Please contact Dr. Kathy Kawelu, Dr. Joe Genz, or Dr. Peter Mills at UH Hilo to discuss your application. We will only be accepting applicants that demonstrate a community-based approach to heritage management. The proposed MA research concept should be clearly defined in a statement of purpose submitted with the application.

Admission Guide: Heritage Management, MA Admission Guide: Heritage Management, MA Guide to Completing the Application for the University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo Master of Arts in Heritage Management Program Website: https://hilo.hawaii.edu/depts/anthropology/masters.php Entry Term: Fall Priority Deadline: January 15, 2025 Final Deadline: May 1...

We have an opening for a tenure track position that is written fairly broadly for areas of expertise. If you are interested, please do fire-up that resume and submit by Oct 17!
Mahalo,
Peter

https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/hawaiiedu/jobs/4646099/assistant-professor-of-anthropology-pos-86488?keywords=anthropology%5C&pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs

Assistant Professor of Anthropology ( #86488)
Position Description
UH Hilo, College of Arts and Sciences, Anthropology Dept., tenure-track, full-time, general funds, permanent, nine-month appointment to begin approximately January 2025, pending position clearance and availability of funding. The University reserves the right to hire at another rank if the selected candidate is qualified for that rank.

Duties
Teach graduate and undergraduate anthropology courses with a specialty in environmental
anthropology with an emphasis on community-based Pacific collections management and material conservation. Develop an active program of research that would incorporate the management and analysis of collections in the Department of Anthropology at UH Hilo. Provide service to the department including advising students and mentoring student clubs. Contribute to program development.

Minimum Qualifications
PhD at the time of application from an accredited college or university in Anthropology or a related field with a primary focus on human-environmental interactions in Oceania. Experience with collections in Indigenous and multi-cultural communities and evidence of good teaching skills. Demonstrated experience with community-based research.

Desirable Qualifications
Evidence of successful college level teaching in a multicultural environment. Qualitative and quantitative skills. Commitment to a program in empirical research and education. Skills complementing those of existing faculty for contributing to a Heritage Management M.A. degree program focused on the Pacific Islands. Ability to contribute to the Pacific Islands Studies Certificate Program including teaching upper- level courses on Oceania.

Pay Range
Commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Applications (How to Apply)
For a complete description, application instructions and to submit an application, please
visit NEOGOV and search for #86488 or Assistant Professor of Anthropology. Please be sure to review the full job posting before applying. Failure to submit all required documents shall deem an application to be incomplete. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Note: If you have not applied for a position before using NEOGOV, you will need to create an account.

Inquiries (General)
Dr. Joe Genz, [email protected]
Please refer to position #86488 when making inquiries.
Application Deadline

Continuous recruitment, review of applications will begin on or about October 17, 2024 and will
continue until the position is filled.

Important Information
The official advertisement can be found at NEOGOV.
The University of Hawaiʻi is an equal opportunity/affirmative action institution and is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination on the basis of race, s*x, gender identity and expression, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, genetic information, marital status, breastfeeding, income assignment for child support, arrest and court record (except as permissible under State law), s*xual orientation, domestic or s*xual violence victim status, national guard absence, or status as a covered veteran.

Individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation for the application or hiring process are encouraged to contact the EEO/AA coordinator(s) for the respective campus.
Employment is contingent on satisfying employment eligibility verification requirements of the
Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986; reference checks of previous employers; and for certain positions, criminal history record checks.

In accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, annual campus crime statistics for the University of Hawaiʻi may be viewed at the U.S. Department of Education’s Campus Safety and Security Data Analysis Cutting Tool, or a paper copy may be obtained upon request from the respective UH Campus Security or Administrative Services Office.

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Museum Technician (General)
This position is located at Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, in the Cultural Resource Management Division. Open to the first 101 applicants or until 04/03/2024 whichever comes first. All applications submitted by 11:59 (EST) on the closing day will receive consideration.
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Archeologist This position is located with Bonneville Power Administration, in the Historic Preservation, Cultural Resource Compliance - Transmission (EHT) in, Historic Preservation, Cultural Resource Compliance (EH) within the Environment, Fish and Wildlife (E) organization, Bonneville Power Administration (...

Subject: Petition to Protect Kapalaoa



Aloha kakou,

Na ‘Oiwi o Pu’uanahulu and the Trust for Public Land (TPL) are working to purchase and protect Kapalaoa, a coastal parcel in Pu’uanahulu, North Kona. Na ‘Oiwi has put out a petition to garner support to help with the acquisition of this coastal parcel, where some seventeen cultural sites have been recorded including burials, heiau, petroglyph fields, trails, and more.



In the practice of kokua aku, kokua mai (to help and be helped), if you folks would like to sign the petition to show your support please fill out their Google Form.

https://naoiwi.my.canva.site/home



See Lokelani Brandt with any questions

Na Oiwi Puuanahulu Descendant led nonprofit honoring, protecting and celebrating cherished homelands, Puuanahulu and Puuwaawaa, North Kona, Moku o Keawe, Hawaii island.

Aloha everyone,

Pacific Legacy has an immediate opening for an Archaeological Technician. Please see full description below.

Mahalo,
Mara

ARCHAEOLOGICAL TECHNICIAN POSITION AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY



Pacific Legacy, Inc. is a cultural resources management firm dedicated to providing quality archaeological and cultural resource management services. We help our clients navigate regulatory compliance processes and provide an integrated historic preservation program to assist in overall planning from design to mitigation. Pacific Legacy has an immediate opening in our Kailua, O‘ahu office for an archaeological technician.



Qualifications:

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Anthropology;
Minimum one year of prior experience in cultural resources management (CRM) or related field;
Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws, ordinances, and regulations applicable to historic preservation (e.g., HRS Chapter 6E, Section 106, National Environmental Policy Act, Archaeological Resources Protection Act, Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act); and
Technical writing skills and experience preparing archaeological reports and figures.


The ideal candidate is able to:

Perform archaeological monitoring, pedestrian survey, test excavation, and data recovery excavation;
Collect data using high-precision GPS receivers and Esri programs including Survey 123, ArcGIS Online, and Field Maps;
Work collaboratively with fellow staff members;
Conduct lab work;
Research, write, and analyze archaeological data at a sufficient level to produce high quality reports;
Assist with consultation efforts involving Indigenous communities, regulatory agencies, and other key stakeholders;
Use software platforms including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Access. A working knowledge of Adobe Illustrator and/or ArcGIS Pro is a plus; and
Work in remote areas with rough terrain and changing weather conditions for extended field sessions as necessary.


Compensation and benefits:

Salary is competitive and determined based on experience and qualifications (base rate starting at $22/hr).

Pacific Legacy offers excellent employment benefits that include:

Health, dental, and vision insurance
401K profit sharing plan
Paid time off
Paid holidays


Please send a cover letter outlining your experience and a current resume with three references to Mara Mulrooney, Principal and Senior Archaeologist via email: [email protected].

Pacific Legacy is an Equal Opportunity Employer.