"Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA) Manager (Anthropology)"

Job Details

Position Details

Position Information

Requisition Number
S4839P

Home Org Name
Sociology

Division Name
College of Liberal Arts

Position Title
Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA) Manager (Anthropology)

Job Class Code
AB31

Appointment Status
Full-time

Part-time FTE

Limited Term
Yes

Limited Term Length
One year, renewable.

Job Summary

Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA) Manager (Anthropology)
The NAGPRA Manager coordinates compliance, consultations, repatriations, and other activities associated with ensuring Auburn University’s compliance with the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (federal regulation) by coordinating inventory and curation of Native American artifacts and remains using culturally sensitive and responsible strategies. Coordinates the disposition and repatriation of culturally identifiable and unidentifiable remains and objects, establishes and maintains relationships with tribal communities, and serves as an institutional point of contact for Native American ancestral remains and objects located at Auburn University.

Essential Functions

• Manages compliance, consultations, repatriations, and other activities associated with ensuring AU’s compliance with NAGPRA (federal regulations)
• Manages inventory and curation of Native American artifacts and remains
• Cultivates and maintains relationships with Native American and tribal communities and manages disposition and repatriation of culturally identifiable and unidentifiable remains and objects, establishes and maintains relationships with tribal communities
• Initiates, manages, and completes multiple inventories of AU’s Native American artifacts, human remains, and related objects located on the main Auburn campus. Serves as institutional point of contact for Native American ancestral remains and objects.
• Works with federally recognized tribal representatives to determine if human remains and/or funerary objects can b culturally affiliated with tribal groups and nations known to inhabit the region where these items were discovered and returned to the tribe of origin. Preparation of NAGPRA Collections (osteological and artifactual) for curation in the NAGPRA campus lab for repatriation to their Native American tribe of origin.
• Consults with Native American tribal representatives regarding treatment, identification, and cultural affiliation of ancestral remains and artifacts.
• Collaborates and consults closely with faculty in the Anthropology Program in matters of compliance and procedure as well as the Department Chair of SASW and the AU Office of General Counsel to ensure all relevant regulations are followed. This position is the spokesperson for AU in all NAGPRA related inquires.
• Oversees disposition of human remains and objects in culturally sensitive ways and prepares them for repatriation and/or short and long-term curation.
• Drafts notices for submission to the National Register and files required documentation with National NAGPRA
• Develops and submits grant proposals and funding requests to support NAGPRA activities.
• Administers NAGPRA -related budgets and purchases all necessary materials and supplies.
• Advances Auburn University’s NAGPRA standing through attendance at conferences and workshops, service on advisory panels, and holding office or performing relevant committee assignments in professional organizations. Participates in promoting and coordinating outreach activities for research and education. Interacts with the public, university, and professional community through teaching, lectures, presentations, and publications
• Supervises all NAGPRA employees as well as recruiting, training, and supervising graduate and undergraduate assistants and volunteers.

Why Work at Auburn?

• Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
• Culture of Excellence: We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
• We’re Here for You: Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
• Sweet Home Alabama: The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
• A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.

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Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Anthropology, Museum Studies, Native American Studies, or other related field.
• 4 years of experience in identifying, analyzing, organizing, and managing Native American artifacts, human remains, and associated funerary objects.

Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications

Minimum Skills and Abilities

• Thorough knowledge of NAGPRA law and procedures for compliance, consultation and project management.
• Prior experience working with diverse groups of stakeholders (i.e. descendant communities, university faculty, staff, students, and government staff).
• Prior experience working with fragmentary osteological collections.

Minimum Technology Skills

Minimum License and Certifications

Desired Qualifications

Desired Qualifications

Posting Detail Information

Salary Range
$54,350-$92,390

Job Category
Other

Working Hours if Non-Traditional

City position is located in:
Auburn

State position is located:
Alabama

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Posting Date
10/15/2025

Closing Date

Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement

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Special Instructions to Applicants

Quick Link for Internal Postings
https://www.auemployment.com/postings/56112

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents

1. Curriculum Vitae
2. Transcripts
3. Other Documentation

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Please tell us how you first heard about this opportunity.
   (Open Ended Question)
2. * Please select the answer that best describes your current employment relationship with Auburn University:
   • Current full-time Auburn or AUM employee within probationary period
   • Current full-time Auburn or AUM employee outside of probationary period
   • Current part-time Auburn or AUM employee
   • Not an Auburn or AUM employee
3. * Do you have a Master's degree or higher from an accredited institution in Anthropology, Museum Studies, Native American Studies, or other related field?
   • Yes
   • No
4. * Do you have 4 years of experience in identifying, analyzing, organizing, and managing Native American artifacts, human remains, and associated funerary objects?
   • Yes
   • No