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Permits Specialist, Permits Office (Extended Temporary)
Posting Number
req26274
Department
Arizona State Museum
Department Website Link
https://statemuseum.arizona.edu/
Location
Tucson Campus
Address
Tucson, AZ USA
Position Highlights
Arizona State Museum at the University of Arizona is seeking a Permits Specialist, Permits Office who supports the Arizona Antiquities Act (AAA) Permits Office Manager with tasks associated with AAA compliance and administration specifically linked to projects associated with the Broadband Equity, Access, And Deployment (BEAD) Program. This work includes, but is not limited to, conducting reviews of permit applications, treatment plans, and reports, screening applicants for Project Directors and Principal Investigators, and maintaining the paper and electronic records associated with projects.
Arizona State Museum (ASM) is the oldest and largest anthropological research facility in the U.S. Southwest, with expansive collections that are exceptional resources for the teaching, study, and understanding of the region's 13,000-year human history.
This is an Extended Temporary Employment (ETE) position. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!
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Duties & Responsibilities

• Undermoderate guidance, reviews requests for AAA permits, treatment plans andreports associated with the BEAD program for alignment with policy, includingevaluating qualifications of prospective Project Directors and PrincipalInvestigators for listing on AAA Permits and provides recommendations to the AAA Permits Office Manager;flags risks and recommends standard conditions. Escalates complex cases tohigher level staff.
• Prepares draft notices, summaries of determinations, and consultationmaterials consistent with legal and institutional templates; coordinates reviewand approvals.
• Serves as theprimary point of contact to obtain necessary signatures, missing applicationmaterials, and return of materials to applicants.
• Maintains paper,electronic records and database for the BEAD Program in the Permits Office including invoices, Notifications of Intent to Survey, permit applications, PD/PI applications,and other tasks performed by AAA Permits Office.
• Coordinates invoicing tasks for, and maintains the Mandated Programs database related to, tasksperformed by the AAA Permits Office.
• Participate in riskassessments to identify compliance risks within AAA Permits Office. Documentaudit findings and assist in developing corrective action plans as needed.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of archaeology and archaeological experience, preferably within the Southwest and with cultural resources management in the United States.
• Working knowledge of the Arizona Antiquities Act (A.R.S. § 15-1631 and § § 41-841 through 41-844) or similar statutes from another state.
• Ability to read USGS 7.5' maps and understanding the UTM & PLSS location systems.
• Demonstrable skills working with Microsoft Access and ESRI ArcGIS.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills (both verbal and written).

This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve.
Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in anthropology (specializing in archaeology) or equivalent advanced learning attained through professional level experience.
• Minimum of 3 years archaeological experience working with a cultural resources management agency or firm in the United States, or equivalent combination of education andwork experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in anthropology (specializing in archaeology).
• Archaeological experience in Arizona.

FLSA
Exempt
Full Time/Part Time
Full Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week
40
Job FTE
1.0
Work Calendar
Fiscal
Job Category
Cultural Institutions
Benefits Eligible
Yes - Full Benefits
Rate of Pay
$47,356 - $59,195
Compensation Type
salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)
Grade
6
Compensation Guidance
The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.
The Grade Range represent a full range of career compensation growth over time. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator.
Career Stream and Level
PC2
Job Family
Cultural Institutions Compl
Job Function
Cultural Institutions
Type of criminal background check required:
Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)
Number of Vacancies
1
Target Hire Date
Expected End Date
7/1/2028
Contact Information for Candidates
James Watson watsonjt@arizona.edu
Open Date
6/15/2026
Open Until Filled
Yes
Documents Needed to Apply
Curriculum Vitae (CV) and Cover Letter
Special Instructions to Applicant
Notice of Availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report
In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act (Clery Act), each year the University of Arizona releases an Annual Security Report (ASR) for each of the University's campuses.Thesereports disclose information including Clery crime statistics for the previous three calendar years and policies, procedures, and programs the University uses to keep students and employees safe, including how to report crimes or other emergencies and resources for crime victims. As a campus with residential housing facilities, the Main Campus ASR also includes a combined Annual Fire Safety report with information on fire statistics and fire safety systems, policies, and procedures.
Paper copies of the Reports can be obtained by contacting the University Compliance Office at cleryact@arizona.edu.