CSU CalNAGPRA Project Manager (Administrator II)

Recruitment Details

Recruitment Number VA1543 Posting Period
Open Until Filled (Review of Applications will begin 01/03/22. Applications received after that date may be considered.) On Campus Only Promotional Opportunity No Working Title CSU CalNAGPRA Project Manager (Administrator II) Class Title ADMINISTRATOR II Level/Range/Grade 1 Salary Range (From $ to $) Salary commensurate with background and experience of the individual selected. (Anticipated hiring range: $83,000 - $89,000 per year). Department Tribal Relations Number of Positions 1 FLSA Code Exempt Status At Will Full-time/part-time (if part-time, indicate time base) Full-time Pay Plan 12/12 CBU/MOU M80 - Management Personnel Plan Quick Link https://jobs.csuchico.edu/postings/6979
Hours Per Day 8 hours during the school year / 10 hours during the summer Days Per Week 5 days during the school year / 4 days during the summer Shift Day
Primary Duties
This is a CSU systemwide position overseen by the Chico State President.

The California Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (CalNAGPRA) of 2001 requires all agencies and museums that receive state funding and have possession or control over collections of California Native American human remains and associated funerary objects to inventory those remains and objects for repatriation to the appropriate California Indian tribes. Assembly Bill 275 passed in September, 2020 revised various definitions of CalNAGPRA including the definition of “California Indian tribe” to include both federally and non-federally recognized Indian tribes. Further, AB 275 revises and recasts the processes for creating inventories and summaries by requiring consultation with California Indian tribes. And, the bill requires every state agency with significant interaction with tribal issues, peoples, or lands to designate one or more liaisons for the purpose of engaging in consultation with California Native American tribes.

The California State University ( CSU ) CalNAGPRA managing coordinator is responsible for overseeing system-wide CalNAGPRA compliance efforts. The incumbent will help guide the actions of each of the 23 CSU campuses in meeting the goals of the CalNAGPRA program to (1) continue ongoing CalNAGPRA compliance for culturally identifiable remains and related artifacts; (2) implement the culturally unidentifiable CalNAGPRA regulations; and (3) help campuses establish one or more liaisons to develop proactive and sustainable consultations programs with California Native American tribes.

The CSU CalNAGPRA managing coordinator will report directly to the Chancellor of the California State University or his/her designee, which in this case is the President of Chico State, for the next three years and until an appropriate supervisor is determined at the CSU Chancellor’s office. This position is responsible for ensuring that each CSU campus creates an inventory for submission to the Native American Heritage Commission (Commission). Additionally, the CSU CalNAGPRA managing coordinator will convene and facilitate the CSU CalNAGPRA Campus Coordinators Group. The purpose of the group is to help ensure campus compliance with CalNAGPRA.

For a full description of job duties, please visit: https://csuchico.box.com/v/VA1543-Position-Description

MANDATORY VACCINATIONS :
As of September 30, 2021, the CSU requires all faculty, staff, and students who are accessing campus facilities to be immunized against COVID -19 or have received a medical or religious exemption. Selected candidates should be prepared to comply with this requirement. The systemwide policy can be found at https://calstate.policystat.com/policy/9779821/latest/ . Questions can be sent to: humanresources@csuchico.edu (staff and management positions) or academicpersonnel@csuchico.edu (faculty positions). Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
KNOWLEDGE :
Incumbent must possess:

• Comprehensive knowledge of Indian Education and the issues and challenges of K–16 education.

Thorough knowledge of:

• Native American history and culture.
• The principles of planning and management of a department/program.
• Analyzing and tracking data/statistics, research methodology and preparing reports.
• Cultural sensitivities relative to tribal consultation.

Working knowledge of:

• NAGPRA and CalNAGPRA.
• California Native American history.
• Federally Recognized Tribes, Non-Federally Recognized Tribes and California Recognized Tribes.
• The principals of administrative, personnel, and fiscal management.
• Research and observation techniques for the purpose of recording, classifying, and interpreting factual information.

• General knowledge of the principles, practices and trends of Student Services.

• Computer literacy and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite programs and database management and an ability to learn additional computer software programs.
• Fluent in the use of standard office equipment (computers, copiers, phones, fax).

SKILLS :
Incumbent must possess:

• Demonstrated understanding of Native American perspectives and people.
• Demonstrated experience working with or mentoring historically underrepresented students and their communities, preferably working with Native American students.
• Excellent leadership; communication (verbal and written); customer service; interpersonal; planning, and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated history of working effectively as a productive and collaborative member of a team or work group.
• Demonstrated competence in understanding, interpreting, and communicating procedures, policies, information, ideas, and instructions.
• Demonstrated skills setting priorities and deadlines to ensure project goals and objectives are obtained within timelines.
• Advanced analytical, problem-solving and critical-thinking skills within a complex work environment and to adopt effective courses of action.
• Public speaking skills directed to a diverse audience.
• Demonstrated collaboration skills.
• Understand problems from a broader perspective and anticipate the impact of problems and solutions on other areas.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• A high degree of personal motivation, independent judgment, and persuasiveness.

ABILITIES :
Incumbent must have the ability to:

• Collaborate with tribal leaders and educators.
• Address the needs of Native American, first-generation or non-traditional college students.
• Adapt to the dynamics of organizational, procedural and policy changes; organize resources to meet program goals.
• Interpret and apply a variety of complex policies, procedures, regulations, and agreements, identify deviations from applicable policies to carry out responsibilities in accordance with University policies and applicable laws.
• Conceptualize or identify needed changes, develop and implement practical, innovative and/or creative solutions using independent judgment to resolve unusual and sometimes complex situations.
• Use tact, diplomacy and discretion when handling sensitive and/or confidential matters or materials.
• Collect and analyze data / information, draw conclusions from the analysis, effectively present the information and make recommendations.
• Communicate effectively in a variety of formats to a broad range of audiences.
• Work collaboratively with internal and external communities while establishing and maintaining cooperative relationships with the various partnering agencies and the campus community.
• Work cooperatively and in a leadership role to implement agreed upon changes.
• Prepare and present oral and written reports/data which are clear, concise, and comprehensive.
• Plan, organize, and direct the work of subordinates and ability to delegate effectively.
• Adjust to change and demonstrate flexibility and patience with changing expectations (e.g. technology, responsibilities and assignments).
• Work a flexible schedule due to travel and varied hours.
• Perform duties as assigned.

Required Education and/or Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Anthropology, Native American Studies, History, Museum Studies or a related field.
AND

• Experience working with culturally sensitive artifacts.
• 2 years of full-time progressively responsible experience in student service and program management in an educational environment.
• 1 year of experience in curatorial work, cultural relations, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience working with modern archaeological methods and archaeological collections.

Additional Requirements for this Position
N/A Recruitment Preferences
Preference may be given to applicants with the following as they may be considered specialized skills:

• Master’s or terminal degree in Anthropology, Native American Studies, History, Museum Studies or a related field.

Special Requirements

• California State University, Chico, in accordance with CSU policy, requires that the successful candidate complete a background check (including a criminal records check, sexual offender registry check, and/or fingerprinting) prior to assuming this position. Failure to satisfactorily complete or pass the background check may impact the job offer or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for posted positions identified as sensitive. This position is considered a sensitive position based on CSU guidelines.
• The person holding this position is considered a “Limited 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 (revised July 21, 2017) as a condition of employment.
• The duties of this position will include participation in a decision that may have a material/financial benefit to the incumbent. Therefore, this is a “designated position” under the California State University’s Conflict of Interest Code and the incumbent will be required to file a Form 700: Statement of Economic Interest and is subject to the regulations of the Fair Political Practices Commission. (Group Procurement Card Holder/ CAT 02)
• This position is a Higher Education Employer-Employee Relations Act ( HEERA ) designated managerial position and comes under the Management Personnel Plan ( MPP ) of the California State University. Individuals appointed to management positions serve at the pleasure of the President or designee. They are excluded from the collective bargaining process, are not subject to probationary service, and do not receive tenure or permanent status. This position is exempt from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act ( FLSA ).
• Throughout employment in this position incumbent must maintain a valid California Driver’s License as well as continued completion and compliance of the CSU Defensive Driver’s Training course.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :
Incumbent/applicant will need to be able to perform the essential job functions (duties) of this position with or without reasonable accommodation. This position alternates between remaining in a stationary position operating a personal computer for long periods of time and frequently moving about inside the office. Must be able to travel across campus to other offices and buildings for meetings and events.
WORK ENVIRONMENT :
This position involves frequent to constant interaction with students, faculty, parents, guests, and staff. The office is a typical office environment with standard office equipment. At times, the individual may have evening and weekend work. Travel to local tribal communities, community colleges, regional and national conferences is required. Benefits
This position qualifies for benefits including tuition fee waiver (if eligible.) Benefit Information
CSU, Chico offers a number of benefits to its employees (e.g., sick leave, vacation, health insurance). Eligibility for standard CSU benefits is based on an appointment of half-time or more for a period exceeding six months. Employees appointed less than half-time or less than six months are not eligible for standard CSU benefits but do receive prorated sick leave and vacation.

Eligibility for Affordable Care Act ( ACA ) benefits is based on an appointment of at least three-quarter time, hired to work a minimum of 130 hours per month over the course of the appointment or works an average of 130 hours or more per month during the measurement period. The ACA guidelines provide for health coverage or FlexCash only. ACA does not provide dental or vision plan coverage. About the University and Community
California State University ( CSU ), Chico is a comprehensive and residential public University, holding Hispanic-Serving Institution ( HSI ) designation and operating as part of the 23-campus CSU system. The University enrolls over 17,000 students from diverse cultural, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds, with over half identifying as first-generation college students. Graduate and undergraduate programs boast high-quality research experiences, exceptional faculty mentoring, and civic and global engagement opportunities. The campus motto, “Today Decides Tomorrow,” is brought to life by inclusive pedagogy, experiential learning, and co-curricular programming. The Chico Experience prepares students to be critical thinkers, engaged citizens, and inspired stewards of environmental, social, and economic resources. Together, they will become leaders solving the challenges of the 21st century.

The campus is located in Northern California, 90 minutes from the state capital, Sacramento, and a three-hour drive from San Francisco Bay Area. A safe residential community, Chico offers year-round natural beauty, outdoor leisure activities, and a thriving arts, music, and events scene. We acknowledge and are mindful that CSU, Chico stands on lands that were originally occupied by the first people of this area, the Mechoopda, and we recognize their distinctive spiritual relationship with this land and the waters that run through campus.

CSU, Chico is committed to recruiting outstanding candidates who reflect the diverse, intercultural, and intersectional identities of our student body. The ideal candidate will embrace our values predicated on the primacy of student success and the elimination of achievement gaps, have demonstrated experience working with diverse populations, and will contribute to policies, programs, and activities that support an inclusive, accessible, and equitable learning and working environment.

The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against persons on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, National origin, sex, sexual orientation, covered veteran status, or any other protected status.
Open Date (posting open date) 11/29/2021 Close Date (posting close date) Open Until Filled Yes Supplemental Questions

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Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Résumé
2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents

1. Optional Applicant Documents