CP
$125,776 – $163,514
Via USAJOBS, the federal government’s official jobs site, retrieved November 2, 2026. You apply through the official announcement on USAJOBS.
What this role is
This federal position manages the protection of archaeological sites and historic properties at U.S. Customs and Border Protection facilities, coordinating with tribal governments, preservation offices, and other stakeholders to balance cultural resource stewardship with operational needs. It suits archaeologists with experience in field work, compliance, and stakeholder consultation who want to apply their expertise to large-scale federal facility management.
Our summary, not Customs and Border Protection’s wording. The full posting is on their site.
What they ask for
Required
- Bachelor's degree with coursework in history of archaeology, regional archaeology, theory and methods of archaeology, archaeological field school, and related subjects (geography, geology, history, environmental studies, scientific writing, or surveying)
- One year of specialized experience at the GS-13 level or equivalent in reviewing complex projects for archaeological impacts, conducting site assessments and field surveys, applying historic preservation laws, coordinating tribal and agency consultations, or training personnel on resource protection
- Three years U.S. residency within the last five years
- Pass federal background investigation including drug screening
Nice to have
- Related degree in anthropology, American studies, or history as alternative to specific archaeology coursework requirements
- Archaeological field experience in survey, excavation, laboratory analysis, and report writing